Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Vientiane?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vientiane or Yokohama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane 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: Vientiane or Yokohama?
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.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos, 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 dayVientiane $15Yokohama $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $15, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $124. 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 Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $6.01Yokohama $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $12Yokohama $138
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices and Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $2.08Yokohama $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Private Transfer in Laos: $5.00
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Vientiane Airport Transfer: Wattay airport to hotel - Private transfer: $15
- Vientiane Private Airport and Hotel Transfers: $9.00
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $54
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $59
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $65
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $76
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo city hotels: $96
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $107
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT: $114
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $119
- Yokohama Private Transfer: Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport: $119
- Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $119
- Shuttle Van Transfer from Yokohama(Inc.cruise port) to Tokyo: $142
- Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $148
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $6.32Yokohama $37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Private Evening Food Tour of Laos: $70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $46
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $78
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Ginza Private Walking and Tokyo Local Food Tour: $104
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $108
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $114
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $123
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $124
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $161
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $162
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.54Yokohama $29
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane ATV and Canopy Walking Experience: $48
- Vientiane Sky Luge and Roller Zipline Experience: $55
- From Hue: Hue to Vientiane Bus tickets: $62
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $67
- Vientiane Half-Day City Tour: $69
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $81
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Vientiane: $82
- Vientiane City Day Tour and Buddha Park Visit with Lunch: $88
- 2 Days Private Tour in Vientiane and Vang Vieng: $90
- Private Vientiane Tour - include Buddha Park: $100
- Private Tour: Full-day Vientiane's Must-See Sights and River Sunset with Lunch: $101
- Private Tour: Half-day City Guided Tour of Vientiane: $113
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Yokohama Zoo Zoorasia Admission Ticket: $6.29
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $7.58
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $20
- Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $22
- Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: $23
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $26
- Tokyo Tower: Privat tour, day or night with local guide: $27
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $32
- 【Carefully selected】Japanese sake tasting experience: $32
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $32
- Walking tour focus on 5 Architecture and history: $35
- Small-Group Souvenirs Hunting Tour in Ginza: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.35Yokohama $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $163
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama 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 Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vientiane or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Vientiane 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.
When is the best time to visit Vientiane or Yokohama?
Yokohama 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 Yokohama in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and Yokohama. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round. Also, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.
Vientiane is a little warmer than Yokohama in the summer. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Yokohama fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
Vientiane usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Yokohama during summer. Vientiane gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
Yokohama receives a lot of rain in the summer. Vientiane gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Vientiane usually receives more rain than Yokohama. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)Yokohama 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Yokohama in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as Yokohama. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Yokohama for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Vientiane is much warmer than Yokohama. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vientiane in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Yokohama averages at about 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vientiane this time of the year. In the autumn, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Vientiane gets 222 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 129 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Yokohama. Vientiane usually gets less rain in October than Yokohama. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)Yokohama 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Yokohama in the Winter?
Both Yokohama and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Yokohama in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Vientiane is generally much warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 24°C (75°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than Yokohama during winter. Vientiane gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vientiane usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)Yokohama 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Yokohama in the Spring?
Both Yokohama and Vientiane during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Yokohama for the activities around the city during these months.
It's very hot in Vientiane this time of the year. Vientiane is much warmer than Yokohama in the spring. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 31°C (88°F) in April, and Yokohama fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Vientiane. In the spring, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Vientiane gets 230 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 161 hours of full sun.
Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vientiane usually gets less rain in April than Yokohama. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)Yokohama 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Yokohama and Vientiane
| Vientiane | Yokohama | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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