Which place is cheaper, Zhengzhou or Hanoi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hanoi or Zhengzhou?
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 Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou?
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.
Zhengzhou
Along the Yellow River, a city from the future and the past resides. Ancient pagodas, futuristic domes, verdant gardens - Zhengzhou is a myriad of many worlds in one urban area. The provincial capital of the Henan Province, Zhengzhou is the encapsulation of a perfect city from its delicate balance of the natural and urban spheres. It was born during the Sui Dynasty, and its actual location was in the modern-day Chenggao. Moreover, Zhengzhou works as the political, economic, technological, and educational center of the province. The city is also one of the eight great ancient capitals of China, with a collection of architecture and art originating during iconic dynasties. These relics of the old world include the Shaolin Monastery, Henan Museum, the Pagoda Forest, the Gaocheng Astronomical Observatory, the Songyue Pagoda, the Emperors of Yan and Huang, and the scenic views of the Yellow River. With over nine million inhabitants, Zhengzhou continues to grow at a thriving rate. It also should be noted that in June 2012, Greater Zhengzhou was named one of the thirteen emerging megacities in China according to the Economist Intelligent Unit. Known internationally for its amazing culmination of culture and history, Zhengzhou is the ideal city for travelers and inhabitants alike.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $49Zhengzhou $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $49, while the average daily cost in Zhengzhou is $98. 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 Zhengzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Zhengzhou $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Zhengzhou $72
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Zhengzhou
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Zhengzhou? 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 $6.89Zhengzhou $63
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:
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $24
- 1-Way Transfer between Hanoi and Ha Long via Limousine Bus: $22
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2 Days Halong Bay With Budget Cruise - Including Transfer From Hanoi: $148
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI : $125
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Halong Bay With Transfer: $210
- 3-Day Halong Bay Cruise with Round-trip Transfer From Hanoi: $285
- 3-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Halong Bay 5-Star Cruise & Transfer: $280
- 3-Day Pu Luong Jungle Ride Motorbike Tour Transfer from Hanoi: $200
- 3-Day Sapa Tour from Hanoi by Luxury Limousine Transfer: $201
- 3-Day Sapa Trekking Village With Local Guide & Transfer: $150
- 3-Night Sapa Trek and Homestay with Round Trip Transfer from Hanoi: $158
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhengzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zhengzhou:
- One-Way Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Kaifeng: $70
- One-Way Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Luoyang: $80
- Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes : $95
- Private Transfer to Guoliang Village and Tunnel from Zhengzhou: $160
- Private Transfer to Shaolin Temple or Dengfeng from Zhengzhou Train station: $132
- Private transfer to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou: $108
- Zhengzhou Airport Transfer( Hotel to Airport): $59
- Zhengzhou Special Car Service, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $27
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $53
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $65
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $27
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Zhengzhou?
Prices for flights to both Zhengzhou 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 $13Zhengzhou $28
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 Zhengzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zhengzhou.
- Zhengzhou Erqi Square and Night Markets Private Tour including Dinner: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.51Zhengzhou $8.18
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:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Private Walking City Tour in Hanoi : $5.00
- Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- Half-day Private Walking Tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Craft Village Tour (Quang Phu Cau, Bat Trang,...): $5.13
- Early Morning Tour | Free Private Tour Guide: $5.13
- Culture Exchange with Free Private Tour Guide: $5.13
Tours and Activities in Zhengzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Zhengzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kaifeng City Highlights Independant Tour from Zhengzhou: $80
- Private Independent Tour to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou: $126
- Private Independent Tour to Yuntai Mountain from Zhengzhou: $169
- Independent Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $188
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou with Flexiable Departure Time: $198
- All inclusive Anyang Yin Xu ruins and Character Museum day tour from Zhengzhou: $209
- Zhengzhou Yellow River Scenic Spots Private Tour : $209
- Private Day Tour to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $210
- Zhengzhou Private Half-Day Tour: Shaolin Temple & Kungfu Show: $222
- Private Tour to Zhongyue Temple and Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou: $233
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Songyang Academy from Zhengzhou: $233
- Private Full-Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Mt.Song from Zhengzhou: $238
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.70Zhengzhou $6.31
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 Zhengzhou, we can see that Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou has a larger population, and is about 41% larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Zhengzhou, 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 Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou in the Summer?
Both Zhengzhou and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
In July, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Zhengzhou. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Zhengzhou. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In July, Hanoi usually receives more rain than Zhengzhou. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Zhengzhou 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Zhengzhou in the Autumn?
Both Zhengzhou and Hanoi during the autumn 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 much warmer than Zhengzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets more rain in October than Zhengzhou. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Hanoi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Zhengzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Zhengzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
It's quite cold in Zhengzhou in the winter. In the winter, Hanoi is much warmer than Zhengzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Zhengzhou averages at about 1°C (34°F).
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Zhengzhou. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Zhengzhou 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Zhengzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Zhengzhou. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Hanoi is generally much warmer than Zhengzhou. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hanoi usually gets more rain in April than Zhengzhou. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Zhengzhou and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
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