Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Hanoi?
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 Hanoi or Guangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hanoi and Guangzhou can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hanoi or Guangzhou?
Hanoi
Hanoi is the chaotic capital of Vietnam, and it serves as a great introduction to the country for many travelers. It's the second largest city in the country after Saigon and is an interesting combination of East meets West. There's traditional Vietnamese culture with subtle influences brought by the French. The city continues to grow and change rapidly and it's easy to get lost amidst the chaos.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Vietnam, The Best G Adventures Tours to Vietnam, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHanoi $57Guangzhou $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Hanoi is $57, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $104. 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 Hanoi and Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHanoi $25Guangzhou $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHanoi $50Guangzhou $116
Compare Hotels in Hanoi and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Hanoi or Guangzhou? 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: Hanoi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hanoi $6.54Guangzhou $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hanoi:
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Taxi to Bus Station$1.14
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Shuttle Bus From Airport (for Two)$3.03
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Local Bus Ride (for Two)$0.38
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Short Taxi Ride$1.29
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Short Motorbike Ride (10 Minutes)$0.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hanoi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hanoi:
- Deluxe Cabin Doris Cruise 2days1night with roundtrip transfer : $250
- Luxury Halong Bay Day Tour - 6 hours cruising - Limousine transfers: $119
- Private Transfer From Hanoi to Mai Chau: $100
- Private Transfer From Hanoi to Ninh Binh: $75
- 1 Day Halong Bay Tour on Alova Cruise with Transfer & Lunch: $58
- 1 Day Halong Cruise Tour with Transfer and early return to Hanoi: $36
- 1 Day Tour to Halong Bay Cruise from 3 - 5 star Cruise & Transfer: $38
- 2 Days 1 night Ba Be Lake BEST ADVENTURE: transfer,homestay,boat,kayak,swim,cave: $153
- 2 Days Halong Bay With Budget Cruise - Including Transfer From Hanoi: $148
- 2 Days Sapa Trekking Transfer by Limousine from/to Hanoi: $150
- 2-Day Adenture Pu Luong Motorbike Tour with Transfer from HANOI : $125
- 2-Day Halong Bay & Ninh Binh Tour With Transfer - Best Seller: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Chimelong International Circus Ticket with Transfer: $80
- Guangzhou : Private One-Way Transfers to/from Baiyun Airport(CAN): $30
- Guangzhou Airport & Train Station Private Transfer English Driver: $32
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Round-Trip Private Transfer: $74
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $170
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 5 pax: $120
- Guangzhou Airport: Private Transfer to/from Guangzhou: $24
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Arrival Private Transfer: $37
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $74
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , To Guangzhou Transfer,Pickup: $59
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Hanoi or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Hanoi 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 dayHanoi $23Guangzhou $34
Typical Food Prices in Hanoi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hanoi:
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High End Dinner (for Two)$11
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.17
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Bowl of Pho$0.76
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Italian Dinner (for Food)$5.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hanoi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hanoi.
- (Group/Individual) HANOI STREET FOOD TOUR : $5.13
- Hanoi Old Quarter Cooking Class Tour With Local Market Shopping : $9.71
- Hanoi Walking Street Food Tour with Train-Street Visit: $18
- Hanoi Cooking Class: Pho/Bun Cha/Banh Xeo...+Free Egg/Salt Coffee: $19
- Hanoi local street food tour: $20
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Train Street Visit: $22
- Hanoi food tour-Local street food tour (food&guide included): $22
- Hanoi Street Food Tour: $23
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Experience Guide & Real Foodie: $24
- Hanoi Street Food Tour with Local Delicacies (3 Hours): $24
- Best Hanoi Day Street Food Tour with Real Foodie Tastings: $24
- Hanoi Food Tours: $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Morning Tea, Cantonese Opera, and Food Tour: $183
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hanoi $8.07Guangzhou $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hanoi
Here are a few typical costs in Hanoi for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Puppet Theater$1.52
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The Hanoi Hilton Entrance$1.52
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National History Museum$1.52
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Puppet Theater Ticket$2.65
Tours and Activities in Hanoi
Here are a few actual costs in Hanoi for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hanoi Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.52
- Vietnam 7 Day 30GB Tourist SIM Rental: $4.66
- (Evening) HANOI CUSTOMIZED Walking Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour Half Day : $5.00
- Iconic Landmarks Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Hanoi Old Quarter Half-day Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Craft Village Tour (Quang Phu Cau, Bat Trang, Chuong Conical,...): $5.00
- Ho Chi Minh Complex & Temple of Literature Tour (half day): $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour : $5.00
- Half Day Hanoi Old Quarter Private Walking Tour: $5.00
- Street Food Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
- Sightseeing Walking Tour in Hanoi: $5.00
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou：New Cultural Landmark Ticket -Explore Tang Style: $2.56
- 2,000-Year-Old Wonder-Nanyue King’s Tomb Ticket: $3.18
- Reputable Private Guangzhou Tour Guide Service by Xaq: $5.00
- Cantonese Heritage Tour with Key Cultural Stops: $6.72
- Discover Private Tour of Culture, Food & Pearl River: $6.99
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Private Guangzhou Tour with Comfortable Transportation: $16
- Lychee Bay River Cruise: $24
- Grandview Museum of Nature Science Ticket: $25
- Pick Up Service and Tour for Canton Culture and Food: $26
- Roundtrip Cruise Night View from Canton Tower: $30
- Chen Clan Academy In-Depth 2-Hour Guided Tour: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHanoi $7.30Guangzhou $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hanoi and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Hanoi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hanoi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hanoi 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Hanoi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hanoi Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hanoi or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Hanoi. When comparing the sizes of Hanoi and Guangzhou, 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 Hanoi or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hanoi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hanoi or Guangzhou in the Summer?
Both Guangzhou and Hanoi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hanoi throughout the year.
In July, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 29°C (84°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. It's quite rainy in Hanoi. In July, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Hanoi gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Hanoi is May to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHanoi 29°C (84°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
Both Guangzhou and Hanoi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hanoi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Hanoi is around the same temperature as Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hanoi averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hanoi. Hanoi usually gets more rain in October than Guangzhou. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year. November to April is the dry season in Hanoi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHanoi 25°C (77°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Guangzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hanoi and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hanoi year-round.
In the winter, Hanoi is a little warmer than Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hanoi in January average around 17°C (63°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In January, Hanoi usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Hanoi gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHanoi 17°C (63°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Hanoi or Guangzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hanoi as well as Guangzhou. Hanoi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Hanoi is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Hanoi average around 24°C (75°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. Hanoi receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hanoi usually gets less rain in April than Guangzhou. Hanoi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to April in Hanoi is the dry season. May to September in Hanoi is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHanoi 24°C (75°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Hanoi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 200 mm (7.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (72°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (64°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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