Which place is cheaper, Da Nang or Lahore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lahore or Da Nang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lahore and Da Nang. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lahore or Da Nang?
Lahore
As Pakistan's second largest city and the capital of the north-eastern Punjab province, Lahore is widely considered the country's cultural capital. Some of its best-known features include the Lahore Fort, Badshahi Mosque and Gurdwara, a mall surrounded by buildings from the British Raj, and many unique markets and neighborhoods.
Da Nang
Halfway between Ho Chi Minh City in the south and Hanoi in the North is the easy-going beach city of Da Nang (or Danang, for some). The third most populated city in Vietnam, Da Nang draws in crowds with its beautiful and calm beaches as well as its history as a French colonial port.
With beaches, mountains, and cityscape, there's bound to be a point of interest for all travelers. Da Nang is also a transit hub to get to the four Vietnamese UNESCO World heritage sites: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Hue, Hoi An, and My Son.
Da Nang experiences wet season from September through March and dry season from April through August with average temperatures of around 80℉.
Da Nang is also known to have some of the friendliest locals, probably due to the peace and quiet and lack of heavy traffic, even in the city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLahore $57Da Nang $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Lahore is $57, while the average daily cost in Da Nang 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 Lahore and Da Nang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLahore $37Da Nang $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLahore $74Da Nang $38
Compare Hotels in Lahore and Da Nang
Looking for a hotel in Lahore or Da Nang? 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: Lahore Hotel Prices and Da Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lahore $9.98Da Nang $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lahore
Also for Lahore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chauffeur: Lahore International Airport Transfer - Arrival : $30
- Chauffeur: Lahore International Airport Transfer - Departure: $30
- Airport Transfer : $60
- Transit Trip: Lahore Guided Day Trip With Round Trip Airport Transfers: $140
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Da Nang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Da Nang:
- Charter Limousine DCar RoundTrip Transfer Da Nang Hoi An Hue : $219
- Private Transfer from Da Nang (DAD) Airport to Dong Hoi: $187
- Da Nang to Quy Nhon Private Transfer with Professional Driver: $164
- Da Nang or Hoi An Golf Courses Transfer by Limousine VIP 9: $158
- Da Nang Airport To Hue Private Transfer: $126
- Golden Bridge with guide, lunch, ticket & transfer From Da Nang: $120
- Da Nang to Phong Nha Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops: $115
- Private Car Transfer to Visit Golden Bridge Ba Na Hills & My Son Holyland : $113
- Private Transfer from Da Nang (DAD) Airport to Quang Ngai: $113
- Hue Transfer to Hoi An Via Hai Van Pass -Sightseeing Private: $110
- Private Car Transfer to Visit Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge and Marble Mountain: $108
- Hue: Transfer Hue to Hoi An by Private Car- English Driver: $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Lahore or Da Nang?
Prices for flights to both Da Nang and Lahore 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 dayLahore $14Da Nang $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lahore
For Lahore, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Street Food Tour of Lahore's Walled City : $85
- Lahore's Complete Night Food Tour: Local Culinary Experience: $110
- Full Day Lahore Private Guided Food Tour: $299
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Da Nang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Da Nang.
- Dragon bridge show and Da Nang local food tour: $4.10
- Happy Cooking Class in Danang : $26
- Experience Vegan/Vegetarian Cooking Class in Da Nang : $27
- Cooking Class and tasting Pho with Local Girl: $29
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class: $29
- Da Nang Vegetarian Cooking Class: $29
- Basket Boat Riding and Cooking Class from Da Nang City : $29
- Da Nang Street Walking Food Tour : $29
- Eco Cooking Class and Basket boat tour from Da Nang city: $29
- Vegetarian Home Cooking Class Da Nang: $29
- Making Lantern & Basket Boat & Happy Cooking Class: $30
- Da Nang Home Cooking Class with Market Tour & Coffee Making: $33
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lahore $5.08Da Nang $13
Tours and Activities in Lahore
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lahore.
- Lahore Big Bus City Tour: $20
- Lahori Food Experience: $65
- Wahga Border Flag Ceremony & Shalimar Garden Private Tour: $70
- Guided Walking Tour: Walled City of Lahore : $90
- Full Day Private Guided Lahore Sightseeing Tour : $95
- Lahore Walled City Walking Tour: $102
- Rangeela Rikshaw Walled City Guided Tour Lahore : $110
- Rangeela Rickshaw Walled City Guided Tour Lahore : $110
- Private Tour: Lahore Full Day Customized Guided Trip : $120
- 1 Day Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mines Tour: $120
- Lahore City, Fort, Museums and Walled City Exploration Tour: $120
- Private Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide: $120
Tours and Activities in Da Nang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Da Nang are as follows:
- Ba Na Hills - Golden Bridge & My Son Sanctuary : Private Tour: $154
- DA NANG CITY SUNSET - Private Guided Tour : $92
- Full Day Hue City Tour from Danang : $55
- Golden Bridge Ba Na Hill-Early start to Avoid Crowds-PrivateTour: $138
- Golden Bridge- Early Departure & Marble Mountains- Private Tour: $133
- HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE & MARBLE MOUNTAIN Private Tour from Hoi An or Da Nang city: $82
- HOI AN COUNTRYSIDE EXPERIENCE LIFE TOUR to Understand about Hoi An Life: $75
- HUE CITY 1 DAY GUIDED TOURS from DA NANG CITY : $60
- Hoi An Walking Tour, Lantern Making Class & Basket Boat Ride to Coconut Jungle: $85
- HoiAn Walking Tour with RiverBoat-Night Market-Colourful Lantern: $77
- INSTAGRAM Tour - Da Nang & Hoi An city Private Tour ( 11 Hours): $140
- Marble Mountains & Basket Boat Ride - Morning or Afternoon Tour: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLahore $4.89Da Nang $9.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Da Nang
Also in Da Nang, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Son Tra Private Tour Rice Wine Distillery & Fishing Sauce Filtery: $75
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lahore and Da Nang, we can see that Lahore is more expensive. And not only is Da Nang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Da Nang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Da Nang 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 Lahore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lahore than you might in Da Nang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lahore Expensive? and Is Da Nang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lahore or Da Nang?
Lahore has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Da Nang. When comparing the sizes of Lahore and Da Nang, 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 Lahore or Da Nang?
Lahore has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Da Nang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Lahore or Da Nang in the Summer?
Both Da Nang and Lahore during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Da Nang year-round.
The heat can be very extreme in Lahore. In the summer, Lahore is a little warmer than Da Nang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lahore in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Da Nang averages at about 29°C (85°F).
In Da Nang, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lahore. In the summer, Lahore often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Da Nang. Lahore gets 228 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Da Nang receives 242 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Lahore. Lahore usually gets more rain in July than Da Nang. Lahore gets 202 mm (8 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year. January to July is the dry season in Da Nang. August to December is the rainy season in Da Nang.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLahore 33°C (91°F)Da Nang 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Lahore or Da Nang in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lahore and Da Nang. Da Nang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Lahore is generally around the same temperature as Da Nang. Daily temperatures in Lahore average around 27°C (81°F), and Da Nang fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
In Lahore, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lahore usually receives more sunshine than Da Nang during autumn. Lahore gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Da Nang receives 158 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Da Nang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Lahore usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Lahore gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, August to December is the rainy season in Da Nang.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLahore 27°C (81°F)Da Nang 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Lahore or Da Nang in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lahore as well as Da Nang. The warm climate attracts visitors to Da Nang throughout the year.
Lahore is much colder than Da Nang in the winter. The daily temperature in Lahore averages around 14°C (58°F) in January, and Da Nang fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lahore this time of the year. In the winter, Lahore often gets more sunshine than Da Nang. Lahore gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Da Nang receives 136 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Da Nang. Lahore usually gets less rain in January than Da Nang. Lahore gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to July in Da Nang is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLahore 14°C (58°F)Da Nang 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Lahore or Da Nang in the Spring?
Both Da Nang and Lahore are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Da Nang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Lahore is around the same temperature as Da Nang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lahore in April average around 28°C (83°F), and Da Nang averages at about 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Da Nang. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lahore. Lahore usually receives more sunshine than Da Nang during spring. Lahore gets 278 hours of sunny skies, while Da Nang receives 210 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lahore usually receives less rain than Da Nang. Lahore gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Da Nang receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLahore 28°C (83°F)Da Nang 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Da Nang and Lahore
| Lahore | Da Nang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (72°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (83°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 33°C (91°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (96°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 202 mm (8 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (60°F) | 14 mm (0.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) |
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