How much things cost in Vietnam?
This table provides an estimated cost of various needs for individuals traveling or living in Hanoi. Prices have been adjusted and updated as of January 2025. It serves as a general guideline to help determine whether you are being quoted a fair price or not. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate over time and can vary across different geographical locations.
Domestic Air Tickets
| Route | USD - AUD - CAD | Vietnam Dong |
| Hanoi - HCMC | $120 | VND 2,600,000 |
| Hanoi - Da Nang | $80 | VND 1,740,000 |
| Hanoi - Dalat | $110 | VND 2,400,000 |
| Hanoi - Phu Quoc | $120 | VND 2,600,000 |
| HCMC - Da Nang | $80 | VND 1,740,000 |
| HCMC - Nha Trang | $70 | VND 1,550,000 |
| HCMC - Phu Quoc | $70 | VND 1,550,000 |
| HCMC - Hue | $80 | VND 1,740,000 |
Open Bus Tour
| Route | USD - AUD - CAD | Vietnam Dong |
| Hanoi - Hue - Hoi An - Nha Trang | $25 | VND 575,000 |
| Hanoi - Hue - Hoi An - Nha Trang - HCMC | $35 | VND 800,000 |
| HCMC - Mui Ne | $8 | VND 180,000 |
| HCMC - Mui Ne - Nha Trang | $13 | VND 300,000 |
| HCMC - Nha Trang - Hoi An - Hue - Hanoi | $27 | VND 620,000 |
| HCMC - Da Lat - Nha Trang - Hoi An - Hue - Hanoi | $37 | VND 850,000 |
Train Tickets
| Route | USD - AUD - CAD | Vietnam Dong |
| SP1 Hanoi - Sa Pa | $25 | VND 580,000 |
| Hanoi - Nanning | $30 | VND 690,000 |
| SE3 Hanoi - Hue | $32 | VND 740,000 |
| SE3 Hanoi - Nha Trang | $55 | VND 1,250,000 |
| SE3 Hanoi - HCMC | $70 | VND 1,580,000 |
| SE4 HCMC - Nha Trang | $20 | VND 460,000 |
| SE4 HCMC - Hue | $45 | VND 1,030,000 |
| SE4 HCMC - Hanoi | $68 | VND 1,570,000 |
Toiletries
| Items | USD - AUD - CAD | Vietnam Dong |
| Disposable Razor - Gillette | $1.50 | VND 35,000 |
| Bar Soap | $0.60 | VND 15,000 |
| Toothpaste - 220gr | $1.20 | VND 28,000 |
| Hand Sanitizer | $1.00 | VND 22,000 |
| Paper Napkin | $0.60 | VND 15,000 |
| Shampoo - 1l | $4.00 | VND 95,000 |
| Paper Towel - per 12 rolls | $2.00 | VND 45,000 |
| Floor Soap | $1.50 | VND 35,000 |
| Laundry Powder - 1.5kg | $3.00 | VND 65,000 |
| Laundry Detergent - 1l | $3.00 | VND 65,000 |
Drinks
| Items | USD - AUD - CAD | Vietnam Dong |
| Canned soda | $0.60 | VND 15,000 |
| Bia Hoi - Glass | $0.40 | VND 9,000 |
| Canned beer - Heineken | $0.90 | VND 20,000 |
| Bottled water - 0.5l | $0.30 | VND 7,000 |
| Milk - 180ml | $0.40 | VND 8,000 |
| Yogurt - small cup | $0.40 | VND 8,000 |
| Smoothies - Glass | $1.50 | VND 35,000 |
| Orange Juice - 1.5l | $2.50 | VND 55,000 |
| Cocktail - Glass | $2.00 | VND 50,000 |
| Wine - 1 bottle | $3.00 | VND 70,000 |
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