Which place is cheaper, Hanoi or Tehran?
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 Tehran or Hanoi?
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 Tehran and Hanoi. 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: Tehran or Hanoi?
Tehran
The capital of Iran, Tehran is a cosmopolitan city with great museums, art galleries, parks, restaurants, and more. It is located in the northernmost part of Central Iran at the foot of the towering Alborz mountain range. Some of the most popular attractions include the Treasury of the National Jewels, Golestan Palace, and the Tajrish Bazaar.
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 Vietnam, and The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam.
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Tehran Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTehran $2.14Hanoi $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Tehran is $2.14, while the average daily cost in Hanoi is $58. 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 Tehran and Hanoi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTehran $1.50Hanoi $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTehran $3.00Hanoi $50
Compare Hotels in Tehran and Hanoi
Looking for a hotel in Tehran 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tehran $0.01Hanoi $6.64
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$1.15
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.08
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.31
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Top-Rated Luxury Halong Bay 2-Day Cruise Including Hanoi Transfer: $285
- Hanoi Private Transfer from Hanoi (HAN) Airport to Cao Bang: $276
- Private Transfer by Dcar Limousine Ha Noi from to Sapa: $269
- Oasis Bay Party Cruise Halong Bay Day Trip with Transfer: $268
- Private car transfer to Hanoi airport: $260
- Aspira Luxury Cruise Halong Bay & Lan Ha Bay – 2D1N with Transfer: $256
- Halora Nova Cruise 5* Lan Hạ Bay 2D1N with 2 ways transfer: $255
- Premium 2-Day Halong & Lan Ha Bay Cruise with Transfer from Hanoi: $255
- 2 Days Halong Bay Luxury Cruise with Hanoi Transfer: $255
- Halong Bay Luxury Cruise 2 Days 1 Night with Hanoi Transfer: $251
- Halong Bay 2Days/1Night 5 Star Cruise Included Pick Up & Transfer: $240
- Dora Cruise Luxury Halong Bay Overnight Cruise Transfer Included: $235
Is it cheaper to fly into Tehran or Hanoi?
Prices for flights to both Hanoi and Tehran 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 dayTehran $0.59Hanoi $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)$4.23
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Bowl of Pho$0.77
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.96
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- Private Hanoi Old Quarter Street Food Tour with Student Guide: $1.90
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR: $5.13
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: Old Quarter Food & Local Experiences: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $21
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $22
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $23
- Hanoi Farm-to-Table Cooking Class with Village Cycling: $24
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Experience Guide & Real Foodie: $24
- Hanoi Food Tours: $24
- Hanoi Street Food Tour - Best Price: $25
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Small Group and Expert Local Guide: $25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tehran $0.11Hanoi $8.20
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$1.54
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.54
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National History Museum$1.54
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.69
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (Best Selling) Full-Day Ninh Binh Highlights Tour from Hanoi: $55
- (Private) Hanoi French Quarter walking Tour: $5.13
- (Private) Hanoi War Sites Tour: $5.13
- 07 Hours Explore Halong Bay on Pamela Luxury Cruises: $75
- 1 Day Guided Tour to Ha Noi City: $48
- 1 Day Luxury Ninh Binh Day Tour Hoa Lu Tam Coc and Mua Cave: $50
- 1 Day Luxury Tour in Bai Dinh, Trang An and Mua Cave From Hanoi: $50
- 1 Day Luxury Tour in Bai Dinh, Trang An and Mua Cave from Hanoi: $65
- 1 Day Luxury Tour in Bai Dinh,Trang An & Mua Cave Amazing View: $69
- 1 Day Luxury Tour in Hoa Lu, Trang An & Mua Cave Amazing View: $58
- 1 Day Luxury Tour to Ninh Binh : Hoa Lu & Tam Coc with Lunch: $49
- 1 Day Luxury Tour to Ninh Binh Bai Dinh Trang An Mua Cave: $58
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTehran -Hanoi $7.42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tehran and Hanoi, we can see that Hanoi is more expensive. And not only is Tehran much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tehran is in Middle East 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 Tehran would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tehran 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 Hanoi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hanoi than you might in Tehran.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tehran Expensive? and Is Hanoi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tehran or Hanoi?
Tehran has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Tehran 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.