Which place is cheaper, Nagoya 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 Nagoya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Nagoya, 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 Nagoya?
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.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $200Nagoya $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $200, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $105. 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 Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $108Nagoya $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $216Nagoya $88
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Nagoya? 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 Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Nagoya $11
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$1.98
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Taxi to Airport$50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- transfer from bengurion airport to Jerusalem: $200
- suv BG airport transfer to tlv 4 people: $85
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $120
- Private Airport Transfer - Great Service: $183
- Tel Aviv to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Tel Aviv to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $110
- Tel Aviv to Jerusalem - Private Intercity Transfers: $120
- Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) Private Departure Transfers: $55
- Tel Aviv Private Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport TLV in Business Car: $283
- Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) to Tel Aviv - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $107
- Tel Aviv Airport(TLV) to Haifa city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $286
- Tel Aviv Airport TLV to Jerusalem city - Arrival Private Transfer: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chubu Centrair Airport（NGO） Transfer To and From Ghibli Park: $226
- Downtown Nagoya Private Transfer To or From Ghibli Park: $145
- Nagoya Int Airport to Nagoya Round-Trip Private Transfer: $181
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) - Departure Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfer: Nagoya City → Chubu Airport (NGO): $169
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $194
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $284
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $200
- Private Transfer Chubu Centrair Airport NGO to Nagoya City: $75
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $277
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Chubu Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $257
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya 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 $60Nagoya $45
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$28
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$163
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$43
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.69
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Lunch at the airport$40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $45
- Tel Aviv Food Tour: The Magic of Carmel Market: $49
- Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour: $60
- Carmel Market Food Tour: $75
- Levinsky Market Food Tour: $145
- Food Tour of Sarona Market and Azraeli Center: $165
- Christmas Eve Tour Jerusalem and Bethlehem Dinner from Tel Aviv: $180
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tenmusu Cooking Workshop in Nagoya: $35
- Homemade Udon and Crispy Gyoza Cooking Class in Nagoya: $71
- gided japanese food tour in okazaki(aichi): $82
- Grandma's Traditional Japanese Cooking Class in Nagoya: $96
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $96
- Nagoya local Food Cooking Class with Grandma and Matcha Ceremony: $96
- Nagoya Cooking Experience in a Japanese Local Home: $103
- Nagoya Hitsumabushi Local Food Tour with Licensed Guide: $106
- Private Nagoya-Style Japanese Cooking Class in Kasugai with Akiko: $110
- Cruise-Friendly Food Tour at Kinjo Pier: $132
- Nagoya Meshi Food Tour 7 to 8 Tastings of Local Specialties: $145
- Nagoya Food Tour: Taste Nagoya’s Local Specialties: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $28Nagoya $13
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$99
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Etzel museum$5.02
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3-Hour Private Morning Bike Tour: $300
- A Self-Guided Jaffa Tour: The Story of its American-German Colony: $7.99
- Airport to City Public Transit Experience Israel: $150
- Ben Yehuda 7, Private Bike Tour with Yalla Bikes: $90
- Best of Tel Aviv, Jaffa & Carmel Market Tour: $89
- Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Tel Aviv: $109
- Bethlehem, Jerusalem Desert and Monasteries Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv: $125
- Caesarea Haifa and Akko Tour from Tel Aviv: $99
- Caesarea, Haifa, Akko & Rosh Hanikra Full Day Private Tour: $1,662
- Carmel Market Tasting Tour: $78
- Carmel Market Tour: $200
- Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv: $121
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Obara Shikizakura and Korankei Light-up 1Day Bus Tour From Nagoya: $6.44
- What to do in Nagoya GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Shirakawa-go from Takayama/Nagoya One day Bus ticket: $22
- Hida Takayama from Nagoya Bus ticket Oneway: $26
- SEA LIFE Nagoya Aquarium Admission Ticket: $30
- Cartoon experience course for travelers: $32
- Ramen Making Experience in Nagoya: $35
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $42
- Shirakawago and Takayama Bus Tour from Nagoya: $43
- Authentic Udon Making Experience at Taishoan Kamaharu: $45
- Popular Kamikochi Scenic Hiking 1 Day Bus Tour from Nagoya: $46
- English-Guided Jogging Tour of the City (2 hours): $47
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $27Nagoya $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour with Shots: $27
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $30
- Pub Crawl with 4 Stops and Free Shots: $32
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- Aichi (Okazaki): Haccho Miso Brewery Tour and Lunch: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Nagoya, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Nagoya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Nagoya 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 Nagoya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagoya 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 Nagoya.
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 Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Nagoya, 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.