Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Leh?
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 Leh or Yokohama?
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 Leh and Yokohama. 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: Leh or Yokohama?
Leh
Leh is a small town located in the Indus river valley at a crossroads of the old trading routes from Kashgar, Tibet, and Kashmir. Today, the town is best known for its Buddhist sites and nearby trekking areas. It is situated in northern India, amidst the mountainous Himalayan range.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Leh Prices
India PricesYokohama Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeh $46Yokohama $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Leh is $46, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $156. 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 Leh and Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeh $16Yokohama $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeh $32Yokohama $144
Compare Hotels in Leh and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Leh 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: Leh Hotel Prices and Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leh $7.46Yokohama $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leh:
- From Jaipur: 2-Day Ranthambore Tiger Safari with transfers: $278
- Ladakh Family Getaway: 6-Day Tour with Stay & Transfers: $428
- Ladakh: 5-Day Family Tour with Accommodation & Transfers: $361
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Tokyo: Haneda Airport(HND) Private Transfer to/from Yokohama: $52
- Yokohama Private Transfer: Tokyo City, Narita and Haneda Airport: $65
- Tokyo: Private Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $84
- Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $93
- Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) - Private Transfer : $120
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Yokohama(Port)⇒Tokyo, Narita, Haneda, TDR: $127
- Yokohama ⇆ Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport Private Transfer: $127
- Yokohama City: Private transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $128
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda, Narita and Tokyo⇒Yokohama City: $132
- Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT - Private Transfer : $147
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $147
- Private Transfer from Tokyo City to Narita Airport Vice Versa: $194
Is it cheaper to fly into Leh or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama and Leh 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 dayLeh $23Yokohama $66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Eats, Street Food Tour & Culture Walk: $25
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $60
- Private Local Food Tour in Ginza and Shinbashi: $62
- DIY Sushi Cooking Class at Izakaya in Yokohama: $68
- Yokohama Manga Art & Japanese Cooking Experience: $81
- Sushi & Gyoza Cooking with Matcha Experience: $81
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Miso Ramen Gyoza and Matcha Cooking Class Professional Teacher: $100
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $134
- Tokyo: Best Ginza Food Tour at 3 Local Eateries: $150
- Traditional Japanese Home Cooking from a Chef in Shibuya: $171
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $172
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leh $14Yokohama $31
Tours and Activities in Leh
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Leh are as follows:
- Airport Pickup with Shanti Stupa-Leh Palace & Monastery Tour: $28
- Electric Cycle Tour with Leh Old Town Heritage Walk: $45
- Electric Cycle Tour with Heritage Walk & Meal: $51
- Leh in a Day: Guided Tour of Iconic Landmarks and more: $85
- "Leh to Pangong Lake Sameday tour: A Day of Tranquil Wonders: $87
- Overnight Pangong Tour From Leh With Thiksey & Shey Palace: $113
- 4-Day Tour to Leh Ladakh Pangong Lake and Monasteries: $199
- One Night Two Days Pangong Lake Tour with Accommodation: $203
- Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake 3-Day Tour: $259
- Ladakh Highlights Tour with Homestay: $271
- 6-Day Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake and Sham Valley Tour: $462
- LADAKH TOUR: $620
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tokyo Shinjuku: WARP Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.83
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $8.11
- Yokohama Fantasy GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Local kawaii craft Tour: $14
- Tokyo Host Club Experience with English Guide: $14
- Ginza Tokyo : Easy Matcha Green Tea Experience: $14
- Tokyo City View Observation Deck Adventure Ticket: $19
- Roppongi Hills Tokyo City View Observatory Deck Admission Ticket: $20
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $21
- Find Yokohama's Hidden Gem: Walking Tour with Local Guide: $24
- Matcha experience in Ginza (Includes sushi toy ＆ Japanese sweets): $26
- Roppongi Hills Tokyo City View Observatory Deck Ticket: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeh $5.29Yokohama $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Roppongi Burlesque show: $41
- Tantra Tokyo Burlesque Show Club: $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leh and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Leh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Leh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Leh 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 Leh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leh Expensive? and Is Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leh or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Leh. When comparing the sizes of Leh 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.
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.