Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Yakushima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Yakushima can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Yakushima?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Japan, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $49Yakushima $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $49, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $125. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Hanoi and Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Yakushima $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Yakushima $126
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Yakushima? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Hanoi Hotel Prices and Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $7.01Yakushima $53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.22
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.25
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.41
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Short Taxi Ride$1.38
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Hanoi Private Departure Transfer: City Center Hotel to Airport: $8.00
- Noi Bai Airport transfer to Hanoi Center and more: $8.00
- Private transfer between Hanoi Airport and Hanoi Old Quarter: $8.30
- Hanoi City Center to Noi Bai Airport - Private Transfer: $8.43
- Noi Bai International Airport Private Transfer: $8.46
- Noi Bai Airport Transfer Service: $8.54
- Bus Transfer Hanoi to Halong Bay and Vice Versa : $11
- Private Noi Bai International Airport Transfer: $11
- Private Car Ha Noi Airport Transfer : $12
- Ha Noi airport Arrival or Departure By Private car transfers: $12
- Hanoi Airport Transfer: $13
- Noi Bai airport to Ha Noi city transfer by private car: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima and Hanoi change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayHanoi $13Yakushima $30
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$12
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.47
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Bowl of Pho$0.81
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Traditional Vietnamese Food Cooking Class in Hanoi : $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.29
- Street Food Tour with Train Street and Old Quarter: $14
- Best Hanoi Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $18
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $19
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit Experience: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $21
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.65Yakushima $22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.63
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.63
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National History Museum$1.63
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.84
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Vegan Street Food & Train Street Tour: $0.03
- Hanoi Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.21
- Skip the Line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $4.90
- Private Walking City Tour in Hanoi : $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Skip the line: Thang Long Water Puppet Theater Entrance Tickets: $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.83Yakushima $6.87
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks and Nightclub Entry: $63
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $109
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi or Yakushima?
Yakushima has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hanoi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hanoi or Yakushima in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Yakushima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Yakushima in the summer. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Yakushima. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Yakushima in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Yakushima. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Hanoi is a little warmer than Yakushima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hanoi in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Yakushima averages at about 22°C (71°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hanoi usually gets less rain in October than Yakushima. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Yakushima in the Winter?
Both Yakushima and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
In January, Hanoi is generally much warmer than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 17°C (63°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Yakushima in the Spring?
Both Yakushima and Hanoi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Hanoi is a little warmer than Yakushima in the spring. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets less rain in April than Yakushima. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.