Which place is cheaper, Kanazawa or Tel Aviv?
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 Tel Aviv or Kanazawa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Kanazawa, 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: Tel Aviv or Kanazawa?
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.
Kanazawa
An important city of the Edo-period, Kanazawa is a well preserved city from a time when samurai, merchants, geisha, and lords made up the core of its culture. Though it is often overlooked by foreigners, the city is a gem of Japanese tourism with a number of preserved historic districts, temples, regional handicrafts, art museums, and some of the best food to be had in Japan.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $195Kanazawa $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $195, while the average daily cost in Kanazawa is $123. 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 Tel Aviv and Kanazawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $105Kanazawa $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $210Kanazawa $124
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Kanazawa
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Kanazawa? 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: Tel Aviv Hotel Prices and Kanazawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Kanazawa $9.07
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
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Local Bus to Central Bus Station$1.93
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Taxi to Airport$49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Private Transfers and Chauffeur Services: $300
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV Private transfer to Tel Aviv in Luxury Van: $293
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV Private Transfer to Tel Aviv in Business Car: $293
- Tel Aviv Airport(TLV) to Haifa city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $282
- Private Transfer from Herzlia to Jerusalem: $247
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem: $247
- Tel Aviv Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $240
- Tel Aviv Airport Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $240
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv hotels to Haifa Cruise Port: $230
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Haifa Cruise Port: $230
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Int Airport (TLV) to Ashdod Port: $230
- Private Transfer: Jerusalem Hotels ↔ Ben Gurion Airport: $210
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kanazawa
Also for Kanazawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Kanazawa Port ↔ Kanazawa City: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Kanazawa?
Prices for flights to both Kanazawa and Tel Aviv 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 dayTel Aviv $59Kanazawa $54
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
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Dinner for Two$27
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$159
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$42
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.57
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Lunch at the airport$39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour: $60
- Christmas Eve Tour Jerusalem and Bethlehem Dinner from Tel Aviv: $180
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kanazawa
For Kanazawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kanazawa Food Tour: Omicho Market & Geisha District: $45
- Kanazawa Omicho Market and Higashi Chaya Food Tour: $71
- Authentic Japanese Cooking and Sushi-Making Lesson: $101
- Sushi & Japanese Cooking at a 56-Year Cooking School: $102
- Kanazawa Night Tour Castle Samurai District and Optional Dinner: $107
- Kanazawa Private Night Food Tour: $175
- Private Kanazawa Bamboo Sushi Family Cooking Experience: $276
- Fishing Experience with Gyotaku and Cooking: $423
- Geisha Performance with Dinner and Drinks: $1,217
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $28Kanazawa $9.48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv
Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Masada tour from Tel Aviv$96
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Etzel museum$4.90
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 30-minute Sightseeing Cruise of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Skyline: $29
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Israel’s Neve Tzedek: $8.99
- Airport to City Public Transit Experience Israel: $150
- An underground mistery - German Colony of Sarona Walking Tour: $75
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $89
- Best of Tel Aviv, Jaffa & Carmel Market Tour: $89
- Bethlehem, Jerusalem Desert and Monasteries Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $125
- Caesarea Haifa and Akko Tour from Tel Aviv: $99
- Carmel Market Tasting Tour: $78
- Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv: $121
- Dead Sea and Masada 1 day tour: $130
- Dead Sea and Masada Day Tour: $167
Tours and Activities in Kanazawa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kanazawa.
- Kanazawa Kimono Self-Photo Experience Japanese Scenery in 1 Hour: $19
- Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Moon: $23
- Kenrokuen Garden & Kanazawa Castle Walking Tour: $23
- Private Ring Craft Experience in Kanazawa: $25
- Ring making experience Completed in about 1 hour!: $25
- Kanazawa Night Walk and Izakaya Tour with Local Guide: $26
- Selfie Photo Experience with Rental Kimono - Color: $27
- Tea Ceremony Experience at Kenrokuen: $30
- Family-Friendly Kimono & Yukata Experience at WARGO: $31
- Kanazawa:Traditional Experience -kimono rent at wargo: $33
- Walking Tour in the Geiko Districts: $36
- Kenrokuen Tea Ceremony Experience: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $26Kanazawa $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Kanazawa
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kanazawa:
- Kanazawa Historic Brewery: Fermentation Tour, Tasting, Lunch: $81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Kanazawa, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Kanazawa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Kanazawa 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 Kanazawa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kanazawa 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 Tel Aviv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tel Aviv than you might in Kanazawa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tel Aviv Expensive? and Is Kanazawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Kanazawa?
Kanazawa has a larger population, and is about 21% larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Kanazawa, 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.