Which place is cheaper, Yokohama 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 Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Yokohama, 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 Yokohama?
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.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Israel, The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $201Yokohama $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $201, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $143. 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 Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $109Yokohama $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $218Yokohama $132
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Yokohama? 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 Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Yokohama $19
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$1.99
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Taxi to Airport$51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Fast and Reliable Airport Transfers to Tel Aviv Hotels (or back): $94
- Haifa to Tel Aviv or (TLV) Airport Transfers (Arrival/Departure): $290
- Herzliya to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $56
- Private Airport Transfer - Dead Sea Hotels from or to Tel Aviv (TLV) Airport: $160
- Private Arrival Transfer: From Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv City Center: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: From Tel Aviv City Center to Ben Gurion Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Herzlia to Ben Gurion Airport: $116
- Private Transfer from Herzlia to Jerusalem: $247
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport: $172
- Private Transfer from Netanya to Ben Gurion Airport: $172
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Haifa Cruise Port: $229
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Int Airport (TLV) to Ashdod Port: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Morning Transfer, Haneda Airport⇒Hakone, Mt. Fuji, Nikko: $419
- Narita Airport(NRT): Private Transfer to Tokyo 1-9 pax: $133
- Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $93
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $144
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda, Narita and Tokyo⇒Yokohama City: $132
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $222
- Tokyo to/from Yokohama private transfer service.: $229
- Tokyo: Haneda Airport(HND) Private Transfer to/from Yokohama: $52
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $203
- Tokyo: Private Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $84
- Yokohama City: Private transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $128
- Yokohama Cruise Port: Private Transfer To/From Tokyo Hotels: $184
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $61Yokohama $61
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$164
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$43
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.73
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Lunch at the airport$40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- Tokyo Tsukiji Market Food Tour Pay as You Go Experience: $32
- Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Eats, Street Food Tour & Culture Walk: $40
- Ebisu Tokyo: Chicken Omurice Cooking Class: $62
- KABUKICHO: Samurai Revue Show with 2 drinks & Dinner at Izakaya: $73
- Sushi & Gyoza Cooking with Matcha Experience: $81
- Yokohama Manga Art & Japanese Cooking Experience: $81
- Ninja Kabuki show + Japanese Izakaya dinner in Shinjuku: $81
- Ebisu Tokyo Onigiri & Yuzu Ramen Cooking Class with Market Visit: $113
- Tokyo Live Sumo Show & Kaiseki Dinner HIRAKUZA GINZA TOKYO: $120
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $134
- Tokyo: Best Ginza Food Tour at 3 Local Eateries: $152
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $157
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $29Yokohama $28
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$100
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Etzel museum$5.07
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Israel’s Neve Tzedek: $7.99
- Trail of Independence Quest Experience: $8.15
- Jaffa Gatekeeper’s Secret: Exploration Game and Tour: $9.33
- The White City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the History of the Bauhaus Style: $9.99
- The Story of Gan HaHashmal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- 30-minute Sightseeing Cruise of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Skyline: $29
- Tel Aviv Street Art Tour (Graffiti): $35
- Jaffa Walking Tour - Half-Day: $49
- Discover Jaffa in a Guided Walking Tour: $50
- Carmel Market Vegetarian Food, History & Culture Tour: $50
- Highlights of Central Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $50
- Tel Aviv; Jaffa Old City, Port & Shuk Hapishpishim Walking Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $8.11
- Tokyo Shinjuku: WARP Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $9.51
- Roppongi Hills Observation Deck Admission Ticket: $9.51
- Tokyo and Yokohama Private Tour with Guide: $13
- Art Aquarium Museum Ginza Admission Ticket: $17
- Tokyo Ginza Crafts Class Adventure Tour: $19
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $19
- Kawasaki Daishi Temple Tour with Candy Making: $21
- Kawasaki Shrine Experience: Miko & Shinto Priest Traditions: $22
- Find Yokohama's Hidden Gem: Walking Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Ginza Fude Calligraphy Experience in Ginza: $25
- Izakaya Hopping Night Tour in nostalgic area: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $27Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $26
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $24
- Tokyo Roppongi Burlesque show: $44
- Ebisu Garden Place and Brewery Tour: $82
- Tantra Tokyo Burlesque Show Club: $95
- Tokyo After 5pm Pub Crawling in Ginza: $152
- Tokyo Burlesque & Cabaret Nightlife Experience: $209
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Yokohama, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Yokohama much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Yokohama 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 Yokohama would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yokohama 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 Yokohama.
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 Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Tel Aviv. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Yokohama, 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.