Which place is cheaper, Zhengzhou or Hue?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hue 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 Hue 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: Hue or Zhengzhou?
Hue
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
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 Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages 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 dayHue $48Zhengzhou $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $48, 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 Hue and Zhengzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHue $23Zhengzhou $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHue $46Zhengzhou $72
Compare Hotels in Hue and Zhengzhou
Looking for a hotel in Hue 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: Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hue $12Zhengzhou $63
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hue
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
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Cyclo$0.48
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Short Taxi Ride$0.88
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Taxi Ride to Tombs$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hue
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
- Da Nang Airport: Private Transfer to/from Hue City: $107
- Da Nang City : Private Car Transfer to Da Nang/From Hue City: $95
- Da Nang: Airport Transfer Pick up Service: $5.91
- Da Nang: Private Car Transfer to Hue Via My Son Sanctuary: $139
- Daily Transfer Hue - Hoi An with sightseeing on the way: $63
- Danang: Transfer to/from Hue by Private Car via Hai Van Pass: $41
- Deluxe Transfer Hue to Hoi An by Amazing way: $25
- From Da Nang : Private Transfer to Hue via Hai Van pass: $35
- From Hue : Transfer Hue To Hoi An with Sightseeing: $16
- From Hue Private Transfer to Phong Nha via DMZ & sightseeing: $67
- From Hue to Golden Bridge - Ba Na Via Hai Van Pass (Private Roundtrip Transfer): $85
- From Bach Ma National Park Private Car Transfer: $121
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhengzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zhengzhou:
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $27
- [Airport Transfer] Zhengzhou Xinjiang International Airport Zhengzhou City Transfer There is a reputation for high service! : $27
- Zhengzhou Special Car Service, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $27
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $31
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $53
- Zhengzhou Airport Transfer( Hotel to Airport): $59
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $65
- 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 Guided Tour/Transfer to Shaolin Temple: $98
- Private transfer to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Hue or Zhengzhou?
Prices for flights to both Zhengzhou and Hue 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 dayHue $15Zhengzhou $28
Typical Food Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
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River Night Market Dinner (for Two)$7.99
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Two Sugarcane Drinks$0.80
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Quick Lunch (for Two)$2.20
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)$4.39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hue
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
- Private Healthy Cooking Class In Ancient Vietnamese Garden: $20
- Hue Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Walking street food tour: $30
- Hue : Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Family: $31
- Vietnamese Cooking Class with Local Family in Hue: $31
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorcycle with Driver: $33
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorbike with Driver: $33
- Home Cooking Class in Hue City : $35
- Hue Walking Food Tour: $35
- Best Hue Street Food Tour: $35
- Exploring Hue Food Tour with Local Guide : $35
- Home Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Girl: $35
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.Hue $11Zhengzhou $8.18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hue
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
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Boat Ride$7.79
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$1.12
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Imperial Citadel Entrance$3.20
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Massage at Institute for the Blind$1.60
Tours and Activities in Hue
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
- Traditional Singing on Huong River Ticket: $3.82
- Hue City Tour by Private Car & English Speaking Driver: $8.80
- Hue Car Rental: Sightseeing City Day Trip by Car with Driver: $9.23
- Sightseeing Travel Bus from Hue to Hoi An: $12
- Discover Vietnamese Cuisine E-Ticket: $15
- Hue Hoi An Bus Tour Sightseeing via Hai Van Pass 4 Stops: $15
- Sightseeing Bus from Hue to Hoi An (Seat in Coach): $15
- Hue Imperial City Sightseeing Full-Day Trip From Hue: $16
- From Hue : Full-Day Hue Imperial City Tour with Lunch: $16
- Hue : City Highlights Full Day Tour with Lunch: $16
- BUS TOUR HUE - PHONG NHA: $16
- HUE - HOI AN BUS TOUR (S.I.C): $16
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 dayHue $5.79Zhengzhou $6.31
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hue
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
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Beer$1.00
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Zhengzhou, we can see that Zhengzhou is more expensive. And not only is Hue much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hue would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hue 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 Hue.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hue Expensive? and Is Zhengzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hue or Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Hue 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 Hue or Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hue experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hue or Zhengzhou in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Zhengzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
In the summer, Hue is around the same temperature as Zhengzhou. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hue in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Zhengzhou averages at about 28°C (83°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Zhengzhou this time of the year. In Hue, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hue usually receives more sunshine than Zhengzhou during summer. Hue gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Zhengzhou receives 215 hours of full sun in the summer.
Zhengzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Hue usually receives less rain than Zhengzhou. Hue gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer. March to August in Hue is the dry season. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Hue.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHue 29°C (85°F)Zhengzhou 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hue or Zhengzhou in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Hue as well as Zhengzhou. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Hue is generally much warmer than Zhengzhou. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 25°C (78°F), and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In the autumn, Hue often gets less sunshine than Zhengzhou. Hue gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zhengzhou receives 188 hours of full sun.
Hue receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hue usually gets more rain in October than Zhengzhou. Hue gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year. September to December in Hue is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHue 25°C (78°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Hue or Zhengzhou in the Winter?
Both Zhengzhou and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Zhengzhou in the winter. Hue is much warmer than Zhengzhou in the winter. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 1°C (34°F).
Hue usually receives less sunshine than Zhengzhou during winter. Hue gets 136 hours of sunny skies, while Zhengzhou receives 159 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Hue. In January, Hue usually receives more rain than Zhengzhou. Hue gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Hue is March to August.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHue 22°C (71°F)Zhengzhou 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Hue or Zhengzhou in the Spring?
Both Zhengzhou and Hue during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Hue is much warmer than Zhengzhou. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hue in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Zhengzhou averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In Zhengzhou, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Hue. In the spring, Hue often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Zhengzhou. Hue gets 210 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zhengzhou receives 201 hours of full sun.
Hue usually gets less rain in April than Zhengzhou. Hue gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHue 26°C (80°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Zhengzhou and Hue
| Hue | Zhengzhou | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
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