Which place is cheaper, Nha Trang or Karachi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Karachi or Nha Trang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Karachi or Nha Trang? 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 Nha Trang?
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.
Nha Trang
For the relaxation of a small beach town, plus the energy of a young city, consider Nha Trang, Vietnam. As the most famous seaside town in Vietnam, Nha Trang is certainly livelier than many other beach resort towns. Visiting this part of Vietnam is not for the faint of heart. These people know the meaning of nightlife - and make the night last as long as they can.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Pakistan, The Best Historical Tours in Pakistan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKarachi $26Nha Trang $39
The average daily cost (per person) in Karachi is $26, while the average daily cost in Nha Trang is $39. 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 Nha Trang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKarachi $11Nha Trang $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKarachi $22Nha Trang $26
Compare Hotels in Karachi and Nha Trang
Looking for a hotel in Karachi or Nha Trang? 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 Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Karachi $4.58Nha Trang $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nha Trang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Nha Trang:
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Local Bus Ticket$0.12
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Taxi From Airport$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nha Trang
Also for Nha Trang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nha Trang airport transfer : $9.00
- NHA TRANG : Cam Ranh Airport Private Transfer: $16
- Private Arrival Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang City Hotels: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center - Cau Da Port: $19
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang Train Station - Nha Trang Center: $19
- Nha Trang to Radisson Blu Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Nha Trang to Cam Ranh Riviera Beach Resort - Private Transfer: $20
- Private Transfer: Nha Trang City Center to Cau Da/Vinpearl Port: $20
- Nha Trang - Private Airport transfers: $22
- Nha Trang Private Cam Ranh Airport transfer.: $23
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cau Da Port: $23
- Private Transfer: Cam Ranh Airport - Cam Hai Dong: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Karachi or Nha Trang?
Prices for flights to both Nha Trang 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 $11Nha Trang $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 Nha Trang
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Nha Trang:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour & Fresh Beer Tasting by Scooter: $62
- Nha Trang Cooking Class (visiting local market & countryside): $67
- Viet Garden Cooking Class (Countryside and Market tour): $68
- NhaTrang Private Sunset River Cruise for a nice dinner at a riverside restaurant: $82
- Countryside Private Cooking Class: $87
- Romantic Sunset Cocktails and Dinner Cruise: $90
- Watching Stunning Sunset with Cocktail and Dinner on Luxury Cruise : $92
- Nha Trang River Cruises and Cooking Class Included Lunch: $95
- Day Cruise Or Sunset Dinner Cruise on The Sea: $100
- Cruise tour and dinner at luxurious Nha Trang Bay: $106
- Biking and Cooking in Rural Nha Trang: $120
- Sunset cocktail and dinner on the Emperor cruise on Nha Trang Bay: $137
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Karachi $5.07Nha Trang $9.51
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 Nha Trang
For Nha Trang, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Po Ngar Cham Entrance (for Two)$1.28
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.80
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$18
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.40
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.99
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.99
Tours and Activities in Nha Trang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Nha Trang.
- VinWonders Entry Ticket with Optional Cable Car: $2.95
- Nha Trang : Combo Monkey Island with Orchids Island Ticket: $17
- Stand-up Paddleboard Sunset Tour: $19
- Snorkeling Tour at Coral Reef: $23
- Nha Trang Island Hopping Tour Snorkeling and Floating Party: $23
- Island Hopping Tour, Snorkeling & Floating Party: $24
- City tour by Cyclo: $25
- Hoi An Impression Theme Park and Memories Show Tickets: $25
- Nha Trang Snorkeling Tour-Vuongland Travel: $26
- Amazing Snorkeling at Mun Island ( Group Tour ): $29
- Nha Trang City Half-Day Tour: $29
- Nha Trang Half Day Highlight Private City Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKarachi $3.35Nha Trang $19
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Karachi and Nha Trang, we can see that Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Karachi or Nha Trang?
Karachi has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Nha Trang. When comparing the sizes of Karachi and Nha Trang, 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 Nha Trang?
Karachi has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nha Trang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Karachi or Nha Trang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Karachi as well as Nha Trang. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year.
In the summer, Karachi is around the same temperature as Nha Trang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Karachi in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Nha Trang averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Karachi usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Nha Trang. Karachi gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. September to December in Nha Trang is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKarachi 30°C (86°F)Nha Trang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Nha Trang in the Autumn?
Both Nha Trang and Karachi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Karachi is generally a little warmer than Nha Trang. Daily temperatures in Karachi average around 29°C (84°F), and Nha Trang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nha Trang. In October, Karachi usually receives less rain than Nha Trang. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Nha Trang is September to December.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKarachi 29°C (84°F)Nha Trang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Nha Trang in the Winter?
Both Nha Trang and Karachi during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round.
Karachi is cooler than Nha Trang in the winter. The daily temperature in Karachi averages around 19°C (66°F) in January, and Nha Trang fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Karachi usually gets less rain in January than Nha Trang. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year. January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKarachi 19°C (66°F)Nha Trang 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Karachi or Nha Trang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Karachi and Nha Trang. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Karachi is a little warmer than Nha Trang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Karachi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Nha Trang averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In April, Karachi usually receives less rain than Nha Trang. Karachi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Nha Trang receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKarachi 29°C (84°F)Nha Trang 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Nha Trang and Karachi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
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.