Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Haifa?
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 Haifa or Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Haifa and Tokyo. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Haifa or Tokyo?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $175Tokyo $190
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $175, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $190. 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 Haifa and Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $84Tokyo $79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $168Tokyo $158
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Tokyo? 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: Haifa Hotel Prices and Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $5.57Tokyo $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $234
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $199
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 【Haneda Airport】Luxury Private Transfer : $90
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfers to/from Narita Airport(NRT): $79
- Private Transfer to/from Haneda Airport 7 Seater: $124
- Private Transfer from/to Yokohama Port: $195
- Private Transfer from Tokyo to Narita Airport (NRT) : $284
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Hakone or Mt.Fuji: $156
- Private Customize Day Tour With Hotel Transfer: $200
- One-Way Private Transfer from Haneda Airport: $149
- Hotel Transfer to/from Disneyland or DisneySea: $42
- Tokyo, Shinkansen, Disneyland, Yokohama, City to City Transfer: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $87Tokyo $67
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$30
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.41
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.41
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Meal at Airport$7.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $21
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $35
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour : $35
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $42
- Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks: $45
- Tokyo Retro Backstreet Tokyo Tour Option to Add Dinner: $56
- Tokyo Downtown Akihabara Tour And Dinner Party Adults Only: $59
- Japanese cooking class - Bring the flavors of Japan to France: $61
- Tokyo Cute Bento : Kawaii Lunchbox Cooking Class!: $63
- Authentic Japanese Home Cooking Class in Chiba with Miyuki: $66
- [1 Group Only] Explore Tokyo Ginza Food Tour for Family: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $6.42Tokyo $71
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Tour to Galilee: $501
- Haifa Private Tour: $199
- Haifa, Acre and Rosh Anikra for Cruises with Licensed Guide: $510
- Guided Walking & Car Tour with Bahai Gardens Entry: $229
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port 2025 - Small Group: $255
- Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Haifa Port. Private Tour: $287
- Small Group Tour in Christian Galilee from Haifa Port: $250
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- 4 Hours Shibuya - Shinjuku Night Tour: $104
- Authentic Samurai Experience With Real Actors: $104
- Can Am Ryker Cruising in Asakusa Adventure: $243
- Futakotamagawa Suburban Gems Private Tour in Tokyo: $83
- Join Tokyo Art Class Experience Publicly: $125
- Manga Artist Experience with Professional Guidance in Tokyo: $115
- Mount Fuji and Iconic Scenic Spots Day Tour : $99
- Pick the Hours That Suit You In A Flexible Tokyo Guided Tour: $70
- Private Walking Tour Tokyo's Fukagawa Edo Museum: $104
- Shibuya Tokyo Private Photo Tour Activity: $278
- Tokyo Skytree Private Walking Tour Experience With cafe inside: $188
- “Daikoku Car Meet Night Tour | JDM Experience in Tokyo”: $278
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $15Tokyo $34
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$4.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Mt. Fuji & Hakushu Distillery Whisky Museum Bus Tour from Tokyo: $94
- Historic Sake Brewery Tour and Culinary Pairing: $125
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $143
- Cultural Sake Brewery Private Tour & Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $172
- From Tokyo：Mt.fuji /Museum/Sake brewery/ 1DAY BUS TOUR: $202
- Private tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and riverside walk.: $243
When comparing the travel costs between Haifa and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Haifa is in Middle East and Tokyo is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Haifa or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Haifa. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Tokyo, 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 Haifa or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Haifa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Haifa or Tokyo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round. Also, many travelers come to Tokyo for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Haifa is generally around the same temperature as Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 27°C (81°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Haifa, it's very sunny this time of the year. Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during summer. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Haifa usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Tokyo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Tokyo. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Haifa is a little warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 24°C (75°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Haifa this time of the year. In the autumn, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Tokyo. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Tokyo in the Winter?
Both Tokyo and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Haifa is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Haifa in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
Haifa usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tokyo during winter. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Haifa. In January, Haifa usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Tokyo in the Spring?
Both Tokyo and Haifa during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Haifa is generally a little warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 19°C (66°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the spring, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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.