Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Kiev?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kiev or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Kiev and Hanoi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Hanoi?
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $26Hanoi $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $26, while the average daily cost in Hanoi 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 Kiev and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $17Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $34Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Hanoi? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $1.03Hanoi $6.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Business Car: $55
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $55
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $61
- Luxury Departure Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Kyiv Boryspil Airport: $30
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $24
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.18
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.15
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.39
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Short Taxi Ride$1.34
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Amazing Hanoi Private TransferTaxi-Cheap Vietnam SimCard Internet: $6.90
- Hanoi Private Car Airport Transfer To Hotel: $7.16
- Noi Bai Airport transfer to Hanoi Center and more: $8.00
- Noi Bai International Airport Private Transfer: $8.18
- Hanoi City Center to Noi Bai Airport - Private Transfer: $8.43
- Hanoi Airport Departure Shared Transfer: $10
- Bus Transfer Hanoi to Halong Bay and Vice Versa : $11
- Private Noi Bai International Airport Transfer: $11
- Private Car Ha Noi Airport Transfer : $12
- Hanoi Airport Transfer: $13
- Noi Bai airport to Ha Noi city transfer by private car: $13
- Private Airport Transfer in Hanoi: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Kiev 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 dayKiev $7.25Hanoi $13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $113
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.33
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Bowl of Pho$0.79
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$6.10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Hanoi free food tour - Old Quarter food walking tour: $5.00
- Street Food Tour (Group/Individual): $5.11
- Hanoi Street Food Tour Visit Train Street Add Old Quarter: $19
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour: $20
- Walking Street Food Tour Small Group with Local Guide: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $22
- Hanoi street food tour small group tour: $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Ngon ngon & Authentic Hanoi Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $23
- Guided Street Food Tour with Train Street Experience: $23
- Vietnamese Street Food Tour with a Local Guide: $23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $2.04Hanoi $8.38
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- Underground Tunnels Exploration Tour: $34
- Kyiv Underground Tour: $35
- Panoramic Kyiv by Night Driving Tour with Private Guide: $38
- Kyiv Podil District Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $38
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour to Kiev Pechersk Lavra : $39
- Private Street Art Walking Tour with Local Guide - Best of Kyiv Murals: $39
- Sunrise in Kyiv Private Tour: $39
- Kyiv Metro Private Tour – Highlights of the Subway Stations: $39
- Soviet Kiev - 2 hours Walking Tour: $42
- Kiev Open Tour - History & Modern Life in 3 hours: $43
- Mysteries of Baikove Cemetery Private Guided Tour: $45
- Kiev Best Sights Private Half-Day Tour : $46
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.57
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.57
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National History Museum$1.57
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.75
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bus Ticket Cat Ba - Hanoi ( Bus+ Ferry ) - Best Selling: $0.02
- Hanoi Old Quarter Free walking tour: $5.00
- Private Hanoi Street Food Walking Tour: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Hanoi Street Food Experience: $5.00
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- Half-day Private Walking Tour of Hanoi's Old Quarter: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Private Walking Tour of Hanoi City: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKiev $6.40Hanoi $7.58
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Pub Crawling | Private Beer Tasting Tour: $77
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
Sample the Local Flavors in Hanoi
Also in Hanoi, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Half-Day Guided Tour Australian Beef with Wine Tasting & Rickshaw in Hanoi: $107
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Hanoi, we can see that Hanoi is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kiev is in Europe and Hanoi is in Asia, 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 Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Hanoi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hanoi than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kiev Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Hanoi?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 76% larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Kiev and Hanoi, 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 Kiev or Hanoi?
Kiev has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hanoi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kiev or Hanoi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Hanoi. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Kiev is generally cooler than Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 21°C (70°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Kiev usually receives less rain than Hanoi. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Hanoi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Hanoi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Hanoi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
Kiev is much colder than Hanoi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (49°F) in October, and Hanoi fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite rainy in Hanoi. Kiev usually gets less rain in October than Hanoi. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Hanoi 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Hanoi in the Winter?
Both Hanoi and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Kiev can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Kiev is much colder than Hanoi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kiev in January average around -4°C (24°F), and Hanoi averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In January, Kiev usually receives more rain than Hanoi. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Hanoi 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Hanoi in the Spring?
Both Hanoi and Kiev during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
In April, Kiev is generally much colder than Hanoi. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 10°C (51°F), and Hanoi fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Hanoi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kiev usually gets less rain in April than Hanoi. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Hanoi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Hanoi. May to September is the rainy season in Hanoi.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Hanoi 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Hanoi and Kiev
| Kiev | Hanoi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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