Which place is cheaper, The Hague or Johannesburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Johannesburg or The Hague?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Johannesburg and The Hague 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: Johannesburg or The Hague?
Johannesburg
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa with a population of over 3 million people. Most of the population is made up of South Africa's black residents, who predominately reside in the Soweto area. There are approximately half a million white residents and 300,000 residents of other descent. Half of the population live in the Soweto area as well as the nearby suburbs.
The Hague
The Hague is a metropolitan city in the province of South Holland, where the Dutch government is located. King Willem-Alexander and Queen Maxima currently reside there with their three children. The Hague is home to the U.N.'s International Court of Justice, as well as the International Criminal Court. It is the third largest city in the country, with a population of just over 500,000.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to South Africa, The Best Eco Tours in South Africa, The Best Luxury Tours to Netherlands, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Netherlands.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJohannesburg $95The Hague $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Johannesburg is $95, while the average daily cost in The Hague is $191. 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 Johannesburg and The Hague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJohannesburg $55The Hague $112
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJohannesburg $110The Hague $224
Compare Hotels in Johannesburg and The Hague
Looking for a hotel in Johannesburg or The Hague? 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: Johannesburg Hotel Prices and The Hague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Johannesburg $16The Hague $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Johannesburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Johannesburg:
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Taxi Ride$3.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johannesburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johannesburg:
- Transfers Between OR Tambo and Pilanesburg : $159
- Tour operator. airport and hotels transfers chauffeur and safari tours services.: $30
- Suncity Transfer: $193
- Shuttle Transfer from Johannesburg Airport to Hazyview: $66
- Private executive transfer to sun city or airport/hotels : $119
- Private Transfer: Tambo Airport JNB to Johannesburg in Sedan Car: $61
- Private Transfer: Tambo Airport JNB to Johannesburg in Luxury Car: $103
- Private Transfer: Johannesburg to Tambo Airport JNB in Sedan Car: $61
- Private Transfer: Johannesburg to Tambo Airport JNB in Luxury Van: $72
- Private Transfer, Airports to Cradle of Humankind & Muldersdrift : $146
- Private Transfer from Johannesburg To Pilanesberg: $221
- Private Transfer from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to Pretoria hotels: $164
Hired Cars and Shuttles in The Hague
Also for The Hague, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Den Haag: Train Transfer Den Haag from/to Rotterdam: $8.29
- Utrecht: Train Transfer Utrecht from/to Den Haag: $16
- Amsterdam: Train Transfer Amsterdam from/to Den Haag: $17
- Amsterdam: Train Transfer Schiphol Airport from/to Den Haag: $20
- Eindhoven: Train Transfer Eindhoven from/to Den Haag: $28
- Taxi Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport: $126
- Private Transfer from The Hague City to Schiphol Airport : $137
- Private Transfer from The Hague to Amsterdam: $137
- From One-Way Private Transfer to Schiphol Airport: $258
- Amsterdam: Private Transfer to/from The Hague: $280
Is it cheaper to fly into Johannesburg or The Hague?
Prices for flights to both The Hague and Johannesburg 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 dayJohannesburg $17The Hague $59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johannesburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johannesburg.
- Maboneng Street Art and Street Food Tour: $41
- JOBURG DINNERS : MABONENG CITY DINNER: $97
- Johannesburg Culture and food tour: $99
- Pan-African Cooking & Dinning Experience: $216
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in The Hague
For The Hague, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- WALKING DINNER DELFT | 3 courses incl. 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
- WALKING DINNER ZOETERMEER | 3 courses + 3 drinks and a lot of fun: $87
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Johannesburg $21The Hague $37
Tours and Activities in Johannesburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johannesburg are as follows:
- Private Full Day Johannesburg Historical Tour : $193
- Soweto half day tour including Mandela House.Private transport: $72
- (Meet the Artist)Art Gallery & Street Art tour with lunch: $30
- 10 Days Overland Tour-Johannesburg and Cape Town: $2,701
- 15 Days Johannesburg, Kruger National Park – Cape Town Tour: $4,052
- 3 Day Kruger National Park Tour from Johannesburg: $807
- 3 Days 2 Nights Panorama Tour & Kruger National park Safari: $832
- 4-Days Overnight Experience in The Panorama Route & Safari: $1,735
- 6 Days Johannesburg and Kruger National Park Tour: $1,621
- 6 Days of The Best of Johannesburg Experience: $972
- 9 day Kruger Park Safari & Cape Town Luxury Coach Tour: $1,972
- A Day Of Soweto Food & Beer Tour: $32
Tours and Activities in The Hague
For The Hague, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in The Hague: $3.27
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Delft: $3.27
- The Hague Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- The Historical Heart of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $7.00
- Delft: Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.29
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $8.07
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.07
- Gilde Den Haag: City Walking Tour NL-DEU-ENG: $8.61
- The Hague Self-Guided Audio Tour : $9.00
- Muzee Scheveningen History Museum Entry Ticket: $10
- Uncover In-App Audio Tour of Dutch Majesty: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJohannesburg $4.73The Hague $32
Sample the Local Flavors in Johannesburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Johannesburg:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Johannesburg: $8.28
Sample the Local Flavors in The Hague
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in The Hague:
- The Hague Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Johannesburg and The Hague, we can see that The Hague is more expensive. And not only is Johannesburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Johannesburg is in Africa and The Hague is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Johannesburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johannesburg 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 The Hague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in The Hague than you might in Johannesburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Johannesburg Expensive? and Is The Hague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Johannesburg or The Hague?
Johannesburg has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of The Hague. When comparing the sizes of Johannesburg and The Hague, 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.
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.