Which place is cheaper, Nanchang or Hoi An?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hoi An or Nanchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Hoi An and Nanchang. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Hoi An or Nanchang?
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
Nanchang
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Vietnam, The Best Tours Under $1000 in Vietnam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHoi An $46Nanchang $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Hoi An is $46, while the average daily cost in Nanchang is $58. 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 Hoi An and Nanchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHoi An $21Nanchang $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHoi An $42Nanchang $40
Compare Hotels in Hoi An and Nanchang
Looking for a hotel in Hoi An or Nanchang? 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: Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hoi An $19Nanchang $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.79
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- HoiAn city private trip with Guide, Lunch, tickets &Transfer: $91
- From Private Transfer to Hue with Photo Stops: $90
- Private Transfer To Marble Mountains and My Son HolyLand: $76
- My Son Sanctuary & Hai Van Pass: Transfer Hoi An to/from Hue: $70
- Hai Van Pass & Ba Na Hills: Car Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An: $67
- Private Transfer To Hue via My Son Sanctuary: $66
- Lady Buddha in Monkey Mountain: Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An: $57
- Hue Transfer with Scenic Route over The Hai Van Pass: $51
- Hue: Transfer to/from Hoi An by Private Car via Hai Van Pass: $47
- Private Transfer To My Son Sanctuary From Hoi An or Da Nang: $45
- Da Nang/Market & Old Town Private Tour with Transfer: $41
- From My Son Sanctuary Day Trip With Transfer & Lunch: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Hoi An or Nanchang?
Prices for flights to both Nanchang and Hoi An 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 dayHoi An $9.95Nanchang $32
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$14
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.99
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.99
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bamboo Basket Boat Tour with Optional Lunch/Dinner: $14
- Hoi An:Traditional Cooking Class with Cam Thanh Local Family: $21
- Traditional Cooking Class & meal w Cam Thanh Family: $21
- Hoi An/Da Nang: Vietnamese Cooking Class with Transportation: $22
- From Cooking Class at Organic Farm: $22
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Cooking Class & Bamboo Boats: $23
- Traditional Vietnamese Cooking Class in Leina Cookery: $23
- Evening Tra Que Cooking Class with Locals in Herb Village: $24
- Hoi An : Basket Boat Ride & Cooking Class with Market Tour: $24
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hoi An: $24
- Cooking Class with Traditional Vietnamese Meals: $24
- Hoi An : Cooking Class W Optional Basket Boat & Market Tour: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hoi An $13Nanchang $4.56
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$148
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Short Boat Ride$1.60
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hour Sunrise or Sunset Photography Tour in Hoi An: $59
- Amazing My Son Sunset & River Cruise Tour From Hoi An/DaNang: $27
- Amazing My Son Sunset Tour With Banh My & Cruise By Group: $28
- BUFFALO RIDING ADVENTURE AND BASKET BOAT TOUR: $28
- Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Private Tour: $120
- Basket Boat Experience: $13
- Big Experiences Water Wheel Tour - Tra Que Island: $56
- Bike and Bite Tour: $42
- Cam Thanh Bike Tour from Hoi An: $86
- Cam Thanh Coconut Forest Basket Boat Tour by Private Car: $13
- Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle Eco Tour From Hoi An: $30
- Cham Island - Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An/DaNang: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHoi An $9.06Nanchang $6.31
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.59
Sample the Local Flavors in Hoi An
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hoi An:
- Pub Crawl by Bus with Shots at Each Bar: $8.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hoi An and Nanchang, we can see that Nanchang is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Nanchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanchang than you might in Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hoi An Expensive? and Is Nanchang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hoi An or Nanchang?
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Hoi An and Nanchang, 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 Hoi An or Nanchang?
Nanchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hoi An experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hoi An or Nanchang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hoi An and Nanchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round.
In the summer, Hoi An is around the same temperature as Nanchang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hoi An in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Nanchang averages at about 30°C (86°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nanchang this time of the year. In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hoi An usually receives less sunshine than Nanchang during summer. Hoi An gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 262 hours of full sun in the summer.
Nanchang receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Hoi An usually receives less rain than Nanchang. Hoi An gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the summer. February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. Also, September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHoi An 29°C (85°F)Nanchang 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Nanchang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hoi An as well as Nanchang. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Hoi An is generally a little warmer than Nanchang. Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 25°C (78°F), and Nanchang fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In the autumn, Hoi An often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Nanchang. Hoi An gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 161 hours of full sun.
Hoi An receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hoi An usually gets more rain in October than Nanchang. Hoi An gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHoi An 25°C (78°F)Nanchang 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Nanchang in the Winter?
Both Nanchang and Hoi An are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
Hoi An is much warmer than Nanchang in the winter. The daily temperature in Hoi An averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Nanchang fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Hoi An usually receives more sunshine than Nanchang during winter. Hoi An gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Hoi An. In January, Hoi An usually receives more rain than Nanchang. Hoi An gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Hoi An is February to July. The rainy season in Hoi An is September to January.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHoi An 22°C (71°F)Nanchang 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Nanchang in the Spring?
Both Nanchang and Hoi An during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Hoi An is a little warmer than Nanchang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hoi An in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Nanchang averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Hoi An. In the spring, Hoi An often gets more sunshine than Nanchang. Hoi An gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 116 hours of full sun.
Nanchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hoi An usually gets less rain in April than Nanchang. Hoi An gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHoi An 26°C (80°F)Nanchang 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Nanchang and Hoi An
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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