Which place is cheaper, Hoi An or Lahore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lahore or Hoi An?
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 Hoi An. 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 Hoi An?
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.
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 Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural 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 dayLahore $57Hoi An $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Lahore is $57, 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 Lahore and Hoi An in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLahore $37Hoi An $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLahore $74Hoi An $42
Compare Hotels in Lahore and Hoi An
Looking for a hotel in Lahore 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: Lahore Hotel Prices and Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lahore $9.98Hoi An $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lahore
Also for Lahore, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Lahore Guided Day Trip With Round Trip Airport Transfers: $140
- Chauffeur: Lahore International Airport Transfer - Departure: $30
- Chauffeur: Lahore International Airport Transfer - Arrival : $30
- Airport Transfer : $60
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:
- HoiAn city private trip with Guide, Lunch, tickets &Transfer: $91
- From Private Transfer to Hue with Photo Stops: $90
- Private Transfer To Marble Mountains and My Son HolyLand: $76
- My Son Sanctuary & Hai Van Pass: Transfer Hoi An to/from Hue: $70
- Hai Van Pass & Ba Na Hills: Car Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An: $67
- Private Transfer To Hue via My Son Sanctuary: $66
- Lady Buddha in Monkey Mountain: Transfer Hue to/from Hoi An: $57
- Hue Transfer with Scenic Route over The Hai Van Pass: $51
- Hue: Transfer to/from Hoi An by Private Car via Hai Van Pass: $47
- Private Transfer To My Son Sanctuary From Hoi An or Da Nang: $45
- Da Nang/Market & Old Town Private Tour with Transfer: $41
- From My Son Sanctuary Day Trip With Transfer & Lunch: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Lahore or Hoi An?
Prices for flights to both Hoi An 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 $14Hoi An $9.95
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
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.Lahore $5.08Hoi An $13
Tours and Activities in Lahore
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lahore.
- 1 Day Rohtas Fort & Khewra Salt Mines Tour: $120
- 2 Days Private Guided Tour in Lahore : $300
- Full Day Private Guided Lahore Sightseeing Tour : $95
- Guided Walking Tour: Walled City of Lahore : $90
- Kartarpur Corridor and Gurdwara Sahib Yatra Guided Tour: $175
- Kartarpur Tour: $150
- Kartarpur-Guru-Nanak sab One Day Tour : $250
- Khewra Salt Mines & Katas Raj Temple One Day Guided Tour: $210
- Lahore Big Bus City Tour: $20
- Lahore City, Fort, Museums and Walled City Exploration Tour: $120
- Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Guided Tour: $145
- Lahore Full Day Sightseeing Tour: $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:
- 3-Hour Sunrise or Sunset Photography Tour in Hoi An: $59
- Amazing My Son Sunset & River Cruise Tour From Hoi An/DaNang: $27
- Amazing My Son Sunset Tour With Banh My & Cruise By Group: $28
- BUFFALO RIDING ADVENTURE AND BASKET BOAT TOUR: $28
- Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Private Tour: $120
- Basket Boat Experience: $13
- Big Experiences Water Wheel Tour - Tra Que Island: $56
- Bike and Bite Tour: $42
- Cam Thanh Bike Tour from Hoi An: $86
- Cam Thanh Coconut Forest Basket Boat Tour by Private Car: $13
- Cam Thanh Coconut Jungle Eco Tour From Hoi An: $30
- Cham Island - Snorkeling Tour from Hoi An/DaNang: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLahore $4.89Hoi 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 Lahore and Hoi An, we can see that Lahore is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lahore Expensive? and Is Hoi An Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lahore or Hoi An?
Lahore has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Lahore 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 Lahore or Hoi An?
Lahore 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 Lahore or Hoi An in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lahore and Hoi An. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Lahore this time of the year. Lahore is a little warmer than Hoi An in the summer. The daily temperature in Lahore averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Hoi An fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hoi An this time of the year. In Lahore, it's very sunny this time of the year. Lahore usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hoi An during summer. Lahore gets 228 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
Lahore gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Lahore usually receives more rain than Hoi An. Lahore gets 202 mm (8 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer. February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. Also, September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLahore 33°C (91°F)Hoi An 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Lahore or Hoi An in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lahore as well as Hoi An. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year.
In the autumn, Lahore is around the same temperature as Hoi An. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Lahore in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Hoi An averages at about 25°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lahore this time of the year. In the autumn, Lahore often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Lahore gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 158 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Hoi An. Lahore usually gets less rain in October than Hoi An. Lahore gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLahore 27°C (81°F)Hoi An 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Lahore or Hoi An in the Winter?
Both Hoi An and Lahore are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Lahore is generally much colder than Hoi An. Daily temperatures in Lahore average around 14°C (58°F), and Hoi An fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lahore. Lahore usually receives more sunshine than Hoi An during winter. Lahore gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Hoi An receives 136 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hoi An. In January, Lahore usually receives less rain than Hoi An. Lahore gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Hoi An is February to July. The rainy season in Hoi An is September to January.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLahore 14°C (58°F)Hoi An 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Lahore or Hoi An in the Spring?
Both Hoi An and Lahore during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round.
Lahore is around the same temperature as Hoi An in the spring. The daily temperature in Lahore averages around 28°C (83°F) in April, and Hoi An fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Hoi An, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lahore. In the spring, Lahore often gets more sunshine than Hoi An. Lahore gets 278 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hoi An receives 210 hours of full sun.
Lahore usually gets less rain in April than Hoi An. Lahore gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Hoi An receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLahore 28°C (83°F)Hoi An 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Hoi An and Lahore
| Lahore | Hoi An | |||
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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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