Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Mandalay?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Mandalay or Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mandalay or Yokohama, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Mandalay or Yokohama?
Mandalay
Located in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) on the banks of the Irawaddy River, Mandalay is the nation's second largest city behind Yangon. It is centered on the restored Royal Palace and has a large population of Buddhist monks who frequent the city's many temples and monasteries.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Mandalay Prices
Myanmar PricesYokohama Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMandalay $19Yokohama $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Mandalay is $19, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $143. 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 Mandalay and Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMandalay $8.65Yokohama $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMandalay $17Yokohama $132
Compare Hotels in Mandalay and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Mandalay or Yokohama? 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: Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mandalay -Yokohama $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mandalay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mandalay:
- Airport Transfer, Paleik Snake Pagoda, a little bit of Bagan and to AVA: $50
- Around Mandalay in 2 Day and Next Day to Transfer Bagan: $200
- Bagan Land Transfer form Mandalay: $103
- From Mandalay To Kalaw-NyaungShwe-Inle Lake Private Transfer: $230
- Inle [Heho] Airport Private Transfer : $46
- Mandalay Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Mandalay To Bagan Transfer Tour: $180
- Private Land Transfer : Mandalay to Bagan: $139
- Private Mandalay Airport Transfer: $27
- Private Transfer Of Mandalay To Bagan: $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Morning Transfer, Haneda Airport⇒Hakone, Mt. Fuji, Nikko: $419
- Narita Airport(NRT): Private Transfer to Tokyo 1-9 pax: $131
- Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $93
- Private One-Way Transfer Between Tokyo and Haneda/Narita Airport: $181
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Narita International Airport: $150
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda, Narita and Tokyo⇒Yokohama City: $132
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $218
- Tokyo to/from Yokohama private transfer service.: $229
- Tokyo: Haneda Airport(HND) Private Transfer to/from Yokohama: $52
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $203
- Tokyo: Private Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $84
- Yokohama City: Private transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $128
Is it cheaper to fly into Mandalay or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama and Mandalay 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 dayMandalay $10Yokohama $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mandalay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mandalay.
- Myanmar traditional cooking class with local: $26
- Bamboo Bike Food Tour: $42
- Bicycle Food Tour in Mandalay: $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- Tokyo Tsukiji Market Food Tour Pay as You Go Experience: $31
- Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Eats, Street Food Tour & Culture Walk: $40
- Local market visit & Chicken Omurice Cooking Class (Ebisu, Tokyo): $75
- Manga/Anime Art & Cooking Experience in a Tatami Room: $75
- 2-Hour Local Street Food Tour in Yokohama Chinatown: $78
- Ninja Kabuki show + Japanese Izakaya dinner in Shinjuku: $80
- Sushi & Gyoza Cooking with Matcha Experience: $81
- Yokohama Manga Art & Japanese Cooking Experience: $81
- Ebisu Tokyo Onigiri & Yuzu Ramen Cooking Class with Market Visit: $111
- Tokyo Live Sumo Show & Kaiseki Dinner HIRAKUZA GINZA TOKYO: $119
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $134
- Tokyo: Best Ginza Food Tour at 3 Local Eateries: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mandalay -Yokohama $28
Tours and Activities in Mandalay
Here are a few actual costs in Mandalay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Little Adventure Village Explore: $17
- Mandalay Bike 'n Bite Tour: $45
- Full day Adventure Trip in Mandalay & Amarapura: $61
- Mandalay Half-Day Sightseeing: $65
- Mandalay Half-Day Tour: $70
- Amarapura,Sagging,Innwa/Ava Sightseeing: $75
- Private Tour for Amarapura, Mingun, Sagaing and Inwa (AVA): $77
- Private Full Day Mandalay City Tour With Professional Guide: $80
- Mandalay Fullday Sightseeing: $80
- Half-Day Private Tour to Mingun: $82
- Half day to Mandalay city tour: $88
- Full day Adventure Trip to Amarapura, Sagaing & Ava: $89
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tokyo Cross Roppongi Karaoke Nightclub Ticket with Drinks: $6.24
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $8.11
- Tokyo Shinjuku: WARP Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $9.36
- Roppongi Hills Observation Deck Admission Ticket: $9.36
- Morning running tour of Yokohama - Morning running and breakfast - with local guide Minato Mirai and Chinatown: $12
- Tokyo and Yokohama Private Tour with Guide: $12
- Yokohama Fantasy GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $13
- Art Aquarium Museum Ginza Admission Ticket: $17
- Tokyo Ginza Crafts Class Adventure Tour: $18
- Kawasaki Daishi Temple Tour with Candy Making: $20
- Kawasaki Shrine Experience: Miko & Shinto Priest Traditions: $22
- Find Yokohama's Hidden Gem: Walking Tour with Local Guide: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMandalay -Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $24
- Tokyo Roppongi Burlesque show: $44
- Ebisu Garden Place and Brewery Tour: $81
- Tantra Tokyo Burlesque Show Club: $94
- Tokyo After 5pm Pub Crawling in Ginza: $150
- Tokyo Burlesque & Cabaret Nightlife Experience: $206
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mandalay and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Mandalay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mandalay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mandalay 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama than you might in Mandalay.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mandalay Expensive? and Is Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mandalay or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mandalay. When comparing the sizes of Mandalay and Yokohama, 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.
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.