Which place is cheaper, Zhangjiajie or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Zhangjiajie?
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 Zhangjiajie 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 Zhangjiajie?
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.
Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie, China is a picturesque city located in the northwest of the Hunan Province. This ancient city, which dates all the way back to the Stone Age, is famous for being home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Zhangjiajie is also known for being a popular filming location and and overall great place to escape the bustling Chinese cities. Zhangjiajie has its own dialect, which is a branch of the Hunan and Southern dialects, so Mandarin does not always translate when trying to speak to locals here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $49Zhangjiajie $63
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $49, while the average daily cost in Zhangjiajie is $63. 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 Zhangjiajie in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Zhangjiajie $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Zhangjiajie $60
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Zhangjiajie
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Zhangjiajie? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.89Zhangjiajie $14
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$1.20
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.20
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.40
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Short Taxi Ride$1.36
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Halong Bay: 3-Day 2-Night 4-Star Cruise with Transfer: $450
- Private Transfer to/from Sapa: $352
- Transfer to Sapa Private car: $300
- Luxury Halong Bay Cruise 2 Days-1 Night with 5 Star included transfer & pick up: $290
- 3-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Round-trip Transfer From Hanoi: $285
- 3-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay 5-Star Cruise & Transfer: $280
- Hanoi Private Transfer from Hanoi (HAN) Airport to Vinh City: $258
- Overnight Halong Bay Cruise Including Transfer Service and Kayaking or Bamboo Boat Activities: $250
- Peony Cruise 5* Lan Hạ Bay 2 days 1 night with 2 ways transfer: $229
- Hanoi - Sapa One Way Private Transfer: $210
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Halong Bay With Transfer: $210
- Halong Bay Seaplane Tour with Transfer from Hanoi by expressway: $205
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie
Also for Zhangjiajie, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie Train Station to Fenghuang hotel: $149
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Furong old town: $187
- Zhangjiajie Private Departure Transfer:City Hotel to Railway Station: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Zhangjiajie?
Prices for flights to both Zhangjiajie 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 $13Zhangjiajie $20
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)$4.39
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Bowl of Pho$0.80
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.13
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Street Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Ngon ngon & Authentic Hanoi Food Tour: $23
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
- Vietnamese Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $24
- Vietnamese Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $24
- Guided Half-Day Hanoi Street Food Tour: $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zhangjiajie
For Zhangjiajie, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Full-Day Private Discovery Tour to Tianmen Mountain National Park with Dinner: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.51Zhangjiajie $23
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$1.60
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.60
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National History Museum$1.60
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.80
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Luxury Arcady Cruise Tour from Hanoi by Express Limousine: $75
- 2 Day Golden Bay Cruise Explore Halong Bay from Hanoi: $220
- 2 Day Private Guided Tour in Pu Luong Nature Hanoi: $169
- 4 Days 3 Nights Ha Giang Loop Tour from Hanoi by Sleeper Bus: $235
- 4 Hours and 30 Minutes Historical Hanoi Army Jeep Tour: $58
- 5 Days Motorbike Tour in Ha Giang Loop From Hanoi: $265
- Beautiful Female Riders Vespa Red River Countryside Tour 5 Hours: $65
- From Halong Bay by Scenic Seaplane and Luxury Day Cruise: $230
- Full Day Tour in Hanoi City: $35
- Ha Long Bay Cruise Day Tour-Cave, Kayaking,Ti top island & Lunch: $41
- Ha Noi Private city tour and water puppet private tour: $59
- Ha Noi private city tour full day and cyclo: $69
Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.
- Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge Ticket: $57
- Tianmen Mountain day tour: $96
- Full-Day Private Tour of Zhangjiajie(Wulingyuan) National Forest Park: $115
- Full-Day Private Tour of Tianmen Mountain: $122
- 1 Days Zhangjiajie Natural Beauty Tour with Baofeng Lake: $132
- 1 Day Tianmen Mountain Tour: $139
- 1-Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Tour: $146
- Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon with Glass Bridge and Baofeng Lake Private Day Tour: $147
- Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountain Glass Bridge day tour: $150
- 1 Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain and Glass Skywalk Tour: $154
- Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Private All-inclusive Day Tour: $155
- Glass Bridge,Zhangjiajie park Avatar Mountain day tour: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.70Zhangjiajie $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Hanoi Beer and Brewery Tour: $48
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Zhangjiajie, we can see that Zhangjiajie 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 Zhangjiajie would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zhangjiajie 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 Zhangjiajie Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Zhangjiajie?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Zhangjiajie. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Zhangjiajie, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Hanoi or Zhangjiajie?
Zhangjiajie 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 Zhangjiajie in the Summer?
Both Zhangjiajie and Hanoi during the summer 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 around the same temperature as Zhangjiajie in the summer. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Zhangjiajie fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
Zhangjiajie gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets more rain in July than Zhangjiajie. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Zhangjiajie 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Zhangjiajie in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Zhangjiajie. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
In the autumn, Hanoi is a little warmer than Zhangjiajie. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hanoi in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Zhangjiajie averages at about 19°C (65°F).
Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Zhangjiajie. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 90 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn. November to April in Hanoi is the dry season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Zhangjiajie 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Zhangjiajie in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Zhangjiajie. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Hanoi is generally much warmer than Zhangjiajie. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 17°C (63°F), and Zhangjiajie fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
Hanoi usually gets less rain in January than Zhangjiajie. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Zhangjiajie 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Zhangjiajie in the Spring?
Both Zhangjiajie and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Hanoi is a little warmer than Zhangjiajie in the spring. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Zhangjiajie fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Zhangjiajie. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In April, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Zhangjiajie. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Hanoi is November to April. The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Zhangjiajie 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Zhangjiajie and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 199 mm (7.8 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 90 mm (3.6 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
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