Which place is cheaper, London or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane or London?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane or London, 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: Vientiane or London?
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Laos, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos, The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVientiane $23London $287
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $23, while the average daily cost in London is $287. 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 Vientiane and London in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $8.31London $166
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $17London $332
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and London
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane or London? 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $1.97London $34
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride$19
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Heathrow Express$24
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Luggage Storage$11
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London Map$1.71
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Oyster Card$47
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)$29
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Oyster Card$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus Transfer Between Heathrow Airport & Radisson RED: $9.15
- Transfer Heathrow Airport to/from Renaissance Hotel: $9.15
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow Airport & Premier Inn: $9.15
- Stansted airport: Bus transfer from/to Cambridge: $12
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $15
- Gatwick Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol: $16
- Bus Transfer between Heathrow & Luton Airports: $17
- Manchester Airport : Bus transferring to/from London: $17
- Heathrow Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Bristol City Center: $18
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Birmingham: $18
- Luton Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Oxford Gloucester Green: $26
- Departure Private Transfer Argostoli to Kephalonia Airport EFL in Business Car: $26
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or London?
Prices for flights to both London and Vientiane 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 dayVientiane $12London $79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $70
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Small-Group Street Food Tour with Tastings: $91
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks$17
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Tea$7.94
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason$52
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Morning Tea$8.40
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Pastry$6.62
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Sushi Dinner for One$24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- London Food Tour of Soho & Covent Garden: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $43
- Italian Pizza Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $70
- French Cuisine Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $86
- Peruvian Fusion Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $87
- Authentic Japanese Cooking Class in North London Home: $92
- 2 Hour Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with 4 Tastings in London: $101
- The Original Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with Authentic Dishes: $101
- London Soho & Covent Garden Full Meal Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $103
- London Foodie Adventure with Sherpa Food Tour: $109
- Private South Indian Home Cooking Class in London with a Local: $109
- Japanese Izakaya Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $114
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.74London $43
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- 1-Day Tour to Vang Vieng with Private Guide: $200
- 1-Day Vientiane City Adventure: Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $110
- Explore Vientiane with Lao Art Museum Tour: $61
- From Plain of Jars Tour & Homestay: $1,650
- From Vang Vieng 2-Day Tour with Blue Lagoon: $443
- From Vang Vieng Tour with Cave Kayak & Zipline: $113
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $99
- Half Day Private Tour in City Highlights: $120
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour | Laos: $90
- Lao Arts Museum & City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $122
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $8.50
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert$110
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London Symphony Orchestra$46
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London Pass$62
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Comedy Show$11
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- A Camp Self-Guided Tour of London with Paul Baker: $5.00
- London Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.79
- London British Empire Walking Tour: Hidden History: $5.79
- Thomas Cubitt’s Pimlico: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- Soho's Contribution to Health Care History Walking Audio Tour: $5.99
- Tales from the Thames Riverbank: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Southwark Pirates of the Thames Quest Experience in London: $6.25
- London Bridge: Troll Hunt Puzzle Adventure: $6.25
- Brixton Self-Guided Music Walking Tour - Guided By Historian: $6.69
- Kew Gardens, Richmond - Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.69
- "Covent Garden" Scavenger Hunt - Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.71
- Soho Instagram Self-Guided Walking Tour - Top Photo Spots: $6.86
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.08London $20
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- 1 Big Night Out Weekday Pub Crawl: $25
- The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales: $27
- London Pub Crawl: $28
- The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $34
- London PUB CRAWL Shots Pints & Good Times: $34
- The Great British Pub Walking Tour: London: $39
- Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting: $40
- Historic London Pub Tour: $54
- Pub Crawl and Sing along London Experience: $79
- London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $79
- Soho Rock and Roll Pub Tour: $79
- Historic Pub Crawl in Wapping: $87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and London, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vientiane is in Asia and London is in Europe, 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 Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vientiane Expensive? and Is London Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vientiane or London?
London has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Vientiane and London, 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.
When is the best time to visit Vientiane or London?
London has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vientiane experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vientiane or London in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as London. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to London because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Vientiane is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 30°C (85°F), and London fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In the summer, Vientiane often gets less sunshine than London. Vientiane gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 195 hours of full sun.
Vientiane receives a lot of rain in the summer. Vientiane usually gets more rain in July than London. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while London receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)London 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or London in the Autumn?
Both London and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to London this time of year.
Vientiane is much warmer than London in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and London fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than London during autumn. Vientiane gets 222 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 107 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vientiane usually receives more rain than London. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while London receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)London 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or London in the Winter?
Both London and Vientiane during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to London for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in London. In the winter, Vientiane is much warmer than London. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vientiane in January average around 24°C (75°F), and London averages at about 4°C (40°F).
It's quite sunny in Vientiane. In the winter, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than London. Vientiane gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while London receives 52 hours of full sun.
Vientiane usually gets less rain in January than London. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while London receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)London 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or London in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and London. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round. Also, many visitors come to London in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Vientiane can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Vientiane is generally much warmer than London. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 31°C (88°F), and London fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In Vientiane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than London during spring. Vientiane gets 230 hours of sunny skies, while London receives 147 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vientiane usually receives more rain than London. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while London receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)London 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for London and Vientiane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
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