Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane or Nagoya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane 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: Vientiane or Nagoya?
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
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 Bicycle Tours in Laos, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVientiane $24Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $24, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Vientiane and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $8.45Nagoya $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $17Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices and Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $2.01Nagoya $12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Nagoya City to Nagoya Station: $71
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport NGO, Departure Private Transfer: $91
- Shared Departure Transfer : Nagoya City to Chubu Airport: $99
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) - Departure Private Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Vientiane 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 dayVientiane $12Nagoya $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $95
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.80Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide: $110
- 1-Day Tour to Vang Vieng with Private Guide: $200
- 1-Day Vientiane City Adventure: Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $110
- From Plain of Jars Tour & Homestay: $1,650
- From Vang Vieng 2-Day Tour with Blue Lagoon: $354
- From Vang Vieng Tour with Cave Kayak & Zipline: $113
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $99
- Half Day Private Tour in City Highlights: $120
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $90
- Lao Arts Museum & City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $122
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $30
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $30
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Ramen Making Experience: $38
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- English-Guided Jogging Tour of the City (2 hours): $50
- Shirakawago and Takayama Bus Tour from Nagoya: $58
- Hida Takayama & Shirakawa-go Bus Tour w/Optional Lunch: $59
- Shiragawa-go, Hida Takayama UNESCO Full-Day Tour from Nagoya: $61
- Nagoya Castle Private Guided Tour: $64
- Gujo, Hida Takayama, and Shirakawa-go Day Tour from Nagoya: $65
- Shirakawa-go + Hida Takayama Day Tour from Nagoya Station: $66
- Nagoya Tour in Inuyama Castle, Ena George, Magome and Tsumagojuku: $68
- Private Japanese Martial Arts and Samurai Experience in Gifu: $68
- Legoland Resort ticket in Japan : $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.12Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vientiane Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vientiane or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Vientiane 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.
When is the best time to visit Vientiane or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vientiane experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vientiane or Nagoya in the Summer?
Both Nagoya and Vientiane during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Nagoya for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Vientiane is generally a little warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 30°C (85°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In the summer, Vientiane often gets less sunshine than Nagoya. Vientiane gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 170 hours of full sun.
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually gets more rain in July than Nagoya. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Nagoya in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and Nagoya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Vientiane is much warmer than Nagoya in the autumn. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Nagoya fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Vientiane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during autumn. Vientiane gets 222 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 176 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Nagoya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Vientiane usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Nagoya in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as Nagoya. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
It's quite cold in Nagoya in the winter. In the winter, Vientiane is much warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the winter temperatures in Vientiane in January average around 24°C (75°F), and Nagoya averages at about 4°C (40°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vientiane this time of the year. In the winter, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Vientiane gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 180 hours of full sun.
Vientiane usually gets less rain in January than Nagoya. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Nagoya in the Spring?
Both Nagoya and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Nagoya for the activities around the city.
Vientiane can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Vientiane is generally much warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 31°C (88°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during spring. Vientiane gets 230 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 189 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagoya. In April, Vientiane usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Vientiane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.