Which place is cheaper, Hoi An or Karachi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Karachi or Hoi An?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Karachi or Hoi An? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Karachi or Hoi An?
Karachi
Karachi is the capital of the Pakistani province of Sindh. It is the most populous city in Pakistan, and sixth most populous city proper in the world. Karachi, located on the coast of the Arabian Sea, is the financial and commercial center of the nation, as well as its largest port. The pace of life here is more hurried, and social attitudes are far more liberal than elsewhere in Pakistan. Locals call it the City of Lights, the City of The Quaid, and the City that Never Sleeps. The city credits its growth to the mixed populations of economic and political migrants along with refugees from different national, provincial, linguistic and religious origins, who generally come to the city to settle permanently.
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).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Pakistan, The Best Historical Tours in Pakistan, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKarachi $26Hoi An $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Karachi is $26, while the average daily cost in Hoi An is $46. 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 Karachi and Hoi An in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarachi $11Hoi An $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarachi $22Hoi An $42
Compare Hotels in Karachi and Hoi An
Looking for a hotel in Karachi or Hoi An? 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: Karachi Hotel Prices and Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karachi $4.58Hoi An $19
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:
- Private transfer to Da Nang Hotels or to Hoi An City: $4.10
- Hoi An and Da Nang Airport/City Shuttle Transfer Service: $6.00
- Da Nang Airport : transfer to Da Nang center / to Hoi An: $7.06
- Da Nang Airport : transfer to Da Nang center / to Hoi An: $7.06
- From One-Way Shared Bus Transfer to Da Nang: $8.82
- From Hoi An/Da Nang: Shuttle Bus Transfer to My Son: $9.00
- Hue: Transfer to/from Airport, Hoi An, Danang by Private Car: $10
- Basket Boat Ticket & Transfer in Cam Thanh Village: $14
- Hoi An : Cam Thanh Basket Boat Riding W Two-way Transfers: $14
- Hoi An Bamboo Basket Boat Tour with Two-way Transfers: $14
- Hoi An : Cam Thanh Basket Boat Riding W Two-way Transfers: $14
- Hoi An Basket Boat Ride Includes Two-way Transfers: $14
Is it cheaper to fly into Karachi or Hoi An?
Prices for flights to both Hoi An and Karachi 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 dayKarachi $11Hoi An $9.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Karachi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Karachi.
- Private Karachi Street Food Tour: $94
- Half-Day Karachi Burns Road Private Victoria Ride with Dinner: $100
- Street Food Tour of Karachi: $199
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.Karachi $5.07Hoi An $13
Tours and Activities in Karachi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Karachi are as follows:
- Experience local village life in Sindh: $200
- Full Day Private Tour in Karachi City: $161
- Full Day Private Tour to Mohatta Palace Zainab and Burns road: $195
- Karachi City Tour : $129
- Karachi Sightseeing Private tour: $159
- UNESCO World Heritage Tour Near Karachi : $150
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:
- Hoi An Ancient Town - Free Walking Tour: $2.05
- Hoi An Ancient Town- Free Walking Tour with Local Guide: $2.05
- Experience Kim Bong Carpentry with Local Artisans: $6.57
- Experience Bamboo Basket Boat on Coconut village w Locals: $6.89
- Da Nang/Hoi An:Experience Basket Boat ride in Coconut Forest: $7.18
- Hoi An Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.65
- Bus to My Son Sanctuary with Entrance ticket: $8.00
- Experience the Art of Vietnamese Coffee Making: $11
- Mad Monkey Hoi An Bicycle Tour: $12
- Cam Thanh Tour with Bamboo Basket Boat: $12
- Hoi An : Bamboo Basket Boat Tour: $12
- Basket Boat Experience: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarachi $3.35Hoi An $9.06
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 Karachi and Hoi An, we can see that Hoi An is more expensive. And not only is Karachi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Karachi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karachi 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 Hoi An would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hoi An than you might in Karachi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Karachi Expensive? and Is Hoi An Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Karachi or Hoi An?
Karachi has a larger population, and is about 350 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Karachi and Hoi An, 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 Karachi or Hoi An?
Karachi 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 Karachi or Hoi An in the Summer?
Both Hoi An and Karachi during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round.
Karachi is around the same temperature as Hoi An in the summer. The daily temperature in Karachi averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Hoi An fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Karachi often gets less sunshine than Hoi An. Karachi gets 155 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 242 hours of full sun.
Karachi usually gets less rain in July than Hoi An. Karachi gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year. February to July is the dry season in Hoi An. September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKarachi 30°C (86°F)Hoi An 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Hoi An in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Karachi and Hoi An. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Karachi is a little warmer than Hoi An. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Karachi in October average around 29°C (84°F), and Hoi An averages at about 25°C (78°F).
In Karachi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Karachi usually receives more sunshine than Hoi An during autumn. Karachi gets 284 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 158 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Hoi An receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Karachi usually receives less rain than Hoi An. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKarachi 29°C (84°F)Hoi An 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Hoi An in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Karachi as well as Hoi An. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
In January, Karachi is generally cooler than Hoi An. Daily temperatures in Karachi average around 19°C (66°F), and Hoi An fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Karachi this time of the year. In the winter, Karachi often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Karachi gets 271 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 136 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Hoi An. Karachi usually gets less rain in January than Hoi An. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. September to January in Hoi An is the rainy season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKarachi 19°C (66°F)Hoi An 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Hoi An in the Spring?
Both Hoi An and Karachi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Karachi is around the same temperature as Hoi An in the spring. The daily temperature in Karachi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Hoi An fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Hoi An. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Karachi. Karachi usually receives more sunshine than Hoi An during spring. Karachi gets 277 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 210 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Karachi usually receives less rain than Hoi An. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKarachi 29°C (84°F)Hoi An 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hoi An and Karachi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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