Which place is cheaper, Hue or Karachi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Karachi or Hue?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Karachi or Hue? 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 Hue?
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.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Pakistan, The Best Historical Tours in Pakistan, The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKarachi $26Hue $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Karachi is $26, while the average daily cost in Hue is $48. 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 Hue in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarachi $11Hue $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarachi $22Hue $46
Compare Hotels in Karachi and Hue
Looking for a hotel in Karachi or Hue? 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 Hue Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karachi $4.58Hue $12
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 Transfer Pick up Service: $5.91
- Transfer from Hue airport to Hue city center or vice versa: $7.10
- Transfer between Hue Hotels and Hue Airport: $7.40
- Private Transfer: Hue City Center - Hue Train Station: $12
- Hue and Hoi An/ Da Nang City Shuttle Transfer Service: $13
- Hue City: Private Transfer to/from Phu Bai International …: $14
- Phu Bai airport to/from Hue City Center - Private Transfer: $14
- Privated Hue Airport Transfer-Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $14
- Private transfer Hoi An , Da Nang, Hue: $14
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass & Marble Mountain: $16
- From Hue : Transfer Hue To Hoi An with Sightseeing: $16
- From Bus Transfer to Hoi An with Sightseeing Stops: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Karachi or Hue?
Prices for flights to both Hue 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 $11Hue $15
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 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: Taste and tales along Perfume River: $32
- Hue Food Tour by Walking or Cyclo or Motorcycle with Driver: $33
- Hue Walking Food Tour: $35
- Home Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class with Local Girl: $35
- Home Cooking Class with Local Girl: $37
- Hue:Exploring Street Food Tour With Local Guide: $37
- Hue : Night Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karachi $5.07Hue $11
Tours and Activities in Karachi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Karachi are as follows:
- Karachi City Tour : $129
- UNESCO World Heritage Tour Near Karachi : $150
- Karachi Sightseeing Private tour: $159
- Full Day Private Tour in Karachi City: $161
- Full Day Private Tour to Mohatta Palace Zainab and Burns road: $195
- Experience local village life in Sindh: $200
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
- Hue Sightseeing Private Car - Hue Budget Car Rental: $12
- Discover Vietnamese Cuisine E-Ticket: $15
- Sightseeing Bus from Hue to Hoi An (Seat in Coach): $15
- HUE - HOI AN BUS TOUR (S.I.C): $16
- BUS TOUR HUE - PHONG NHA: $16
- From Hue : Full-Day Hue Imperial City Tour with Lunch: $16
- Hue : City Highlights Full Day Tour with Lunch: $16
- Hue Imperial City Sightseeing Full-Day Trip From Hue: $16
- Hue Walking Tour to Imperial Citadel and Forbidden City: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarachi $3.35Hue $5.79
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 Karachi and Hue, we can see that Hue 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 Hue would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hue 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 Hue Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Karachi or Hue?
Karachi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Karachi and Hue, 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 Hue?
Karachi 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 Karachi or Hue in the Summer?
Both Hue and Karachi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Karachi is generally around the same temperature as Hue. Daily temperatures in Karachi average around 30°C (86°F), and Hue fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It's quite sunny in Hue. Karachi usually receives less sunshine than Hue during summer. Karachi gets 155 hours of sunny skies, while Hue receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Karachi usually receives less rain than Hue. Karachi gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Hue receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Hue is March to August. The rainy season in Hue is September to December.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKarachi 30°C (86°F)Hue 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Hue in the Autumn?
Both Hue and Karachi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
Karachi is a little warmer than Hue in the autumn. The daily temperature in Karachi averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Hue fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
It's quite sunny in Karachi. In the autumn, Karachi often gets more sunshine than Hue. Karachi gets 284 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hue receives 158 hours of full sun.
Hue gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Karachi usually gets less rain in October than Hue. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year. September to December is the rainy season in Hue.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKarachi 29°C (84°F)Hue 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Hue in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Karachi and Hue. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Karachi is cooler than Hue. Typically, the winter temperatures in Karachi in January average around 19°C (66°F), and Hue averages at about 22°C (71°F).
In Karachi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Karachi usually receives more sunshine than Hue during winter. Karachi gets 271 hours of sunny skies, while Hue receives 136 hours of full sun in the winter.
Hue receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Karachi usually receives less rain than Hue. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. March to August in Hue is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKarachi 19°C (66°F)Hue 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Hue in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Karachi as well as Hue. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
In April, Karachi is generally around the same temperature as Hue. Daily temperatures in Karachi average around 29°C (84°F), and Hue fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hue. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Karachi this time of the year. In the spring, Karachi often gets more sunshine than Hue. Karachi gets 277 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hue receives 210 hours of full sun.
Karachi usually gets less rain in April than Hue. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hue receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKarachi 29°C (84°F)Hue 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hue 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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