Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Yangon?
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 Yangon or Nagoya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yangon 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: Yangon or Nagoya?
Yangon
Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is the largest city and economic center for the nation of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. The city is a mix of British, Burmese, Chinese, and Indian influences, and is host to beautiful 19th-century colonial architecture as well as modern skyscrapers. The people of Yangon mainly follow the Buddhist religion and it is common to see monks wandering along the busy streets amidst gilded temples.
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 Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangon $70Nagoya $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangon is $70, 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 Yangon and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangon $31Nagoya $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangon $62Nagoya $88
Compare Hotels in Yangon and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Yangon 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: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangon $2.38Nagoya $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:
- Yangon Airport Private Transfer: $45
- Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $60
- Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $80
- Private Transfer from or to Rangon International Airport (YIA): $31
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangon Airport (RGN) → Yangon Hotel: $35
- One Way Yangon Hotel to Airport Transfer with Airport Lounge access: $52
- Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nagoya Airport (NGO) to or from Nagoya City Private Transfer: $64
- Nagoya ⇆ Chubu Centrair Airport (NGO) Private Transfer: $68
- Private Transfer Chubu Centrair Airport NGO to Nagoya City: $75
- Nagoya International Airport to Nagoya city Private Transfer: $90
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $124
- Private Transfer from Nagoya City Hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $124
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $137
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $137
- Downtown Nagoya Private Transfer To or From Ghibli Park: $145
- Private Airport Transfer: Nagoya City → Chubu Airport (NGO): $169
- Nagoya Int Airport to Nagoya Round-Trip Private Transfer: $180
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $197
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangon or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Yangon 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 dayYangon $17Nagoya $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yangon.
- Cooking class in the down town of Yangon, half day tour (07:30 AM - 12:30 PM): $65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Homemade Udon and Crispy Gyoza Cooking Class in Nagoya: $72
- Nagoya Castle Neighborhood Walk: Local Supermarket & Food Tour: $98
- Grandma's Traditional Japanese Cooking Class in Nagoya: $98
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $98
- Nagoya local Food Cooking Class with Grandma and Matcha Ceremony: $98
- Nagoya Cooking Experience in a Japanese Local Home: $105
- Nagoya Hitsumabushi Local Food Tour with Licensed Guide: $108
- Private Nagoya-Style Japanese Cooking Class in Kasugai with Akiko: $110
- Cruise-Friendly Food Tour at Kinjo Pier: $134
- Nagoya Meshi Food Tour 7 to 8 Tastings of Local Specialties: $147
- From Soba Cooking Class & Nakasendo Traditions: $191
- Japanese-French Fusion Dinner & Cocktail with Nagoya Views: $229
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangon -Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Yangon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:
- 3-day Yangon Sightseeing & Shopping: $296
- 8hrs - Dalla & Twantay Small Town One Day Tour: $142
- : Memorable Moment in The Heart of Yangon (08:00 AM - 06:00 PM)Full Day Tour: $110
- Adventure Full day visit to Thanlyin (Syriam): $70
- An Ancient Wonder of Kyaikhtiyo Pagoda 2D1N Tour (The Golden Rock): $256
- Bagan Cultrue Tour: $50
- Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $53
- Bago Full-Day Private Tour from Yangon: $138
- Bago by Train: Full-day sightseeing tour: $117
- Best Yangon City Tour with Experience English Speaking Guide: $142
- Burmese Antiques Heritage Shopping Tour: $87
- Chinese Heritage Cultural Immersion Tour: $138
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: $6.53
- What to do in Nagoya GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Nagoya Castle Tour: Discover History & Culture with a Local Guide: $21
- 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: $33
- Ramen Making Experience in Nagoya: $36
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $42
- Shirakawago and Takayama Bus Tour from Nagoya: $43
- Popular Kamikochi Scenic Hiking 1 Day Bus Tour from Nagoya: $45
- English-Guided Jogging Tour of the City (2 hours): $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangon -Nagoya $12
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: $131
- Yamada Shuzo Sake Brewery Visit with Tasting: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangon and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Yangon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yangon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangon 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya than you might in Yangon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangon Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangon or Nagoya?
Yangon has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nagoya. When comparing the sizes of Yangon 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.