Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Nha Trang?
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 Nha Trang or Ponce?
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 Nha Trang and Ponce. 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: Nha Trang or Ponce?
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.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNha Trang $48Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Nha Trang is $48, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Nha Trang and Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNha Trang $13Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNha Trang $26Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Nha Trang and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Nha Trang or Ponce? 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: Nha Trang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nha Trang $13Ponce $10
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$0.11
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Taxi From Airport$14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Nha Trang or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce and Nha Trang 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 dayNha Trang $25Ponce $61
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)$5.31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nha Trang $9.03Ponce $56
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)$1.21
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Two Rental Lounge Chairs on Beach$2.65
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Vinpearl Land Amusement Park$17
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Fairy Spring Waterfall Entrance$0.38
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Thap Ba Mud Bath$3.79
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Cyclo Tour of City (One Day)$9.48
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNha Trang $18Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nha Trang and Ponce, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Nha Trang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nha Trang is in Asia and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Nha Trang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nha Trang 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce than you might in Nha Trang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nha Trang Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nha Trang or Ponce?
Nha Trang has a larger population, and is about 86% larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Nha Trang and Ponce, 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 Nha Trang or Ponce?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Nha Trang or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Nha Trang during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Nha Trang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
January to August is the dry season in Nha Trang. September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in July than Ponce. Nha Trang gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Ponce in the summer. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNha Trang 28°C (82°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Ponce in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Nha Trang and Ponce. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nha Trang year-round. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, September to December is the rainy season in Nha Trang. Ponce receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Nha Trang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Nha Trang usually receives more rain than Ponce. Nha Trang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Ponce. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nha Trang in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Nha Trang as well as Ponce. Nha Trang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
Also, January to August in Nha Trang is the dry season. Nha Trang usually gets less rain in January than Ponce. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Nha Trang is generally around the same temperature as Ponce. Daily temperatures in Nha Trang average around 24°C (75°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNha Trang 24°C (75°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Nha Trang or Ponce in the Spring?
Both Ponce and Nha Trang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nha Trang throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Nha Trang usually receives less rain than Ponce. Nha Trang gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Nha Trang is around the same temperature as Ponce in the spring. The daily temperature in Nha Trang averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNha Trang 26°C (79°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Nha Trang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (77°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 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.