Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Skopje?
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 Skopje or Hanoi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Skopje or Hanoi? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Skopje or Hanoi?
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 North Macedonia, The Best Budget Tours to North Macedonia, The Best Adventure Tours to Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Skopje Prices
North Macedonia PricesHanoi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkopje $74Hanoi $57
The average daily cost (per person) in Skopje is $74, while the average daily cost in Hanoi is $57. 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 Skopje and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkopje $54Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkopje $108Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Skopje and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Skopje 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: Skopje Hotel Prices and Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skopje $5.35Hanoi $6.56
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$1.14
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.04
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.29
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $41
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2 Days Halong Bay With Budget Cruise - Including Transfer From Hanoi: $148
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI: $125
- 2-Day Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Tour With Transfer - Best Seller: $120
- 2-Day Hanoi - Ninh Binh - Ha Long Bay With Transfer: $190
- 2-Day In Halong Bay Cruise With Transfer From Hanoi: $200
- 2-Day Ninh Binh & Ha Long Bay With Transfer, Meals, Guide: $210
- 2-Day Sapa Package Tours & Limousine Transfer: $150
- 2-day Ha Long Bay Cruise included Transfer, Kayking and Swimming: $180
- 25 Minutes Scenic Halong Seaplane from Hanoi Transfer Expressway: $280
- 3-Day Pu Luong Jungle Ride Motorbike Tour Transfer from Hanoi: $200
Is it cheaper to fly into Skopje or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Skopje 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 daySkopje $12Hanoi $23
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)$4.18
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Hanoi Cycling Sightseeing & Street Food Tour By Bike: $1.87
- Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide: $1.87
- Private Sapa Cooking Class With Ethnic Minorities Chef From Sapa: $1.87
- Best Hanoi Food Tour 7 Different Food Tasting Visit Train Street: $5.00
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR: $5.13
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi Farm-to-Table Cooking Class with Village Cycling: $19
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $20
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with egg coffee making: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Hidden Local Eats & Full Meal Experience: $21
- Walking food tour & Train Street visit small group: $21
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skopje -Hanoi $8.10
Tours and Activities in Skopje
Here are a few actual costs in Skopje for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Skopje Classic one-day tour from Sofia: $135
- Skopje Day Trip from Sofia – Small Group Tour: $141
- 2 days tour from Sofia to North Macedonia: $304
- From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour: $393
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$1.52
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.52
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National History Museum$1.52
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.66
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hanoi Old Quarter City Sightseeing Cycling Private Tour By Cyclo: $1.79
- Sapa Cat Cat Village, Y Linh Ho Tour By Motorbike Or Walking: $1.87
- Ha Long Bay Cruise Tour with Canoe, Kayaking, Titov Island: $1.87
- Cat Ba National Park & Lan Ha Bay Cruise 2-Day Adventure Tour: $1.87
- Sapa Motorbike Tour: O Quy HO Pass, Waterfall, Cat Cat Village: $1.87
- 2-Day Mai Chau & Pu Luong Adventure: Cycling, Trekking, Rafting: $1.87
- Sapa Motorbike Tour: Cat Cat Village, O Quy Ho Pass, Waterfall: $1.87
- Full-Day Mai Chau Valley Tour from Hanoi with Cycling, Culture: $1.87
- Cat Ba Island & Lan Ha Bay Cruise 2 Day Tour: National Park, Cave: $1.87
- Hanoi City Sightseeing Tour: Train Street, Incense Village: $1.87
- Hanoi Old Quarter Shore Excursion from Halong Port Full-Day Tour: $1.87
- Ninh Binh Private Tour: Tam Coc, Bich Dong, Thung Nham Bird Park: $1.87
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkopje -Hanoi $7.32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skopje and Hanoi, we can see that Skopje is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Skopje 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 Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Skopje would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Skopje than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Skopje Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skopje or Hanoi?
Hanoi has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Skopje. When comparing the sizes of Skopje 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.
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.