Which place is cheaper, Hoi An or Hyderabad?
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 Hyderabad or Hoi An?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Hyderabad and Hoi An can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hyderabad or Hoi An?
Hyderabad
Hyderabad, located in Southern India, is the capital of the state of Telangana. It is a city rich with history and tradition as well as booming in the technology industry, hosting the India headquarters for both Microsoft and Google. In addition to many upscale restaurants and shops, Hyderabad is also home to important historic sites and beautiful landmarks.
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in India, The Best 4-Week (1-Month) Tours in India, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Vietnam, and The Best Historical Tours in Vietnam.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHyderabad $59Hoi An $51
The average daily cost (per person) in Hyderabad is $59, while the average daily cost in Hoi An is $51. 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 Hyderabad and Hoi An in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHyderabad $20Hoi An $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHyderabad $40Hoi An $40
Compare Hotels in Hyderabad and Hoi An
Looking for a hotel in Hyderabad or Hoi An? 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: Hyderabad Hotel Prices and Hoi An Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hyderabad $12Hoi An $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hyderabad
Also for Hyderabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rajiv Gandhi (HYD) Airport to Hyderabad: $68
- Private Transfer Round Trip Downtown to Hyderabad Airport: $143
- Airport Transfer to/from Hotel: $30
- Hyderabad to Hyderabad Airport (HYD) Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Hyderabad Airport (HYD) to Hyderabad Round-Trip Transfer: $83
- Full Day Ramoji Film City Tour with Lunch and Transfers: $115
- Discover Guided Group Tour with Lunch & Transfers: $104
- 6-hours Golconda Fort & Qutub Shahi Tombs Tour with transfer: $97
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.34
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hue Private Car with Driver for Customizable Trip & Transfer: $7.09
Is it cheaper to fly into Hyderabad or Hoi An?
Prices for flights to both Hoi An and Hyderabad 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 dayHyderabad $29Hoi An $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hyderabad
For Hyderabad, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hyderabad Evening Tour with Boat Ride, Laser Show & Dinner: $99
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$13
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.79
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.58
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hyderabad $15Hoi An $12
Tours and Activities in Hyderabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hyderabad.
- 2 Days - Taj Mahal Tour From Hyderabad: $442
- All Inclusive Hyderabad Full & Half Day Tour: $41
- Best of Hyderabad (Guided Halfday City Sightseeing Tour): $88
- Cult Immersions 2 - Charminar & Chowmahallah Palace Private Tour : $70
- Cult Immersions 3 - Golkonda Fort & Qutb Shahi Tombs Tour 4 hrs: $50
- Cult Immersions 5 - Enchanting Hyderabad Full Day Private Tour: $75
- Day Tour Taj Mahal From Hyderabad: $179
- Day Tour on Textile Art to Creative Bee Dye Farm, Hyderabad: $75
- Day Trip to Bidar (Guided Private Tour by Car from Hyderabad: $151
- Day Trip to Srisailam (Guided Private Tour from Hyderabad): $158
- Day Trip to Warangal (Guided Private Experience by Car from Hyderabad): $139
- Exclusive Private Full-Day Tour of Hyderabad City: $64
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$140
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Short Boat Ride$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cruiseship Tour to MY SON HOLYLAND - DA NANG CITY From Chan May or Tien Sa Port: $179
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & DA NANG City: $154
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & HOI AN City: $154
- Cruiseship Trip to GOLDEN BRIDGE & MY SON SANCTUARY from CHAN MAY orTIEN SA Port: $189
- Cruiseship Trip to My Son Sanctuary & GOLDEN BRIDGE from TIEN SA orCHAN MAY Port: $200
- Hoi An Experience 3 Hours Wood Carving Class with Local Artist: $47
- Hue : Shuttle bus from Hue to Hoi An and sightseeing: $16
- Hue-Da Nang-Hoi An Bus Tour with English Guide & Sightseeing: $22
- Hue: Half-Day Tour with Optional Dragon Boat Perfume River: $28
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $150
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $180
- My Son - Hoi An Full Day Private Tour With Meals: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHyderabad $11Hoi An $8.59
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hyderabad and Hoi An, we can see that Hyderabad is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Hyderabad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hyderabad than you might in Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hyderabad Expensive? and Is Hoi An Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hyderabad or Hoi An?
Hyderabad has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Hyderabad and Hoi An, 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.