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To determine the cheapest travel destinations, Kayak reviewed data from January to June 2024 on travel to Asia. This list is based on average economy round-trip airfare and average nightly rates for a standard double hotel room.
With an average total cost of $1,452, Ho Chi Minh City is the second most affordable travel destination, after Taipei. Currently, Vietnam Airlines offers direct flights from San Francisco to Ho Chi Minh City starting from just $660 round trip. This is one of the only direct flights from North America to Southeast Asia, significantly saving costs for travelers.
Bui Vien Street - The busiest area in Ho Chi Minh City.
In addition, food and accommodation in Ho Chi Minh City are very affordable, making it an ideal destination for those who want to explore on a limited budget.
Kayak's experts also highlighted that Vietnam is the "country with the lowest travel costs" in Southeast Asia. The third cheapest city to travel to in Asia is Jakarta, Indonesia ($1,478), followed by New Delhi, India ($1,490), Bangkok, Thailand ($1,493), Manila, Philippines ($1,495), Tokyo, Japan ($1,499), and Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ($1,505).
With a total cost of $1,546, Hanoi ranks 9th on the list of the cheapest cities to visit in Asia, ahead of Osaka, Japan.
Ho Guom Walking Street - An area that attracts a large number of tourists when they come to Hanoi.
Vietnam is one of only two countries with two cities on this list, solidifying its position among Asian travel enthusiasts. According to Kayak experts, travelers should plan their trips during the autumn travel season (October-November) to save up to 12% compared to the peak travel season (May-July).
Kayak experts say: "Vietnam is a country with delicious, inexpensive food, high-value hotels, and convenient transportation. Accommodation, from budget to luxury, is much cheaper than in surrounding countries. Domestic business class flights in Vietnam offer excellent value and make the experience at the country's busy airports much more enjoyable, and even economy class flights are significantly cheaper than similar routes in the US. Vietnamese street food is among the best and cheapest in the region."
With these advantages, it's no surprise that Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi both rank highly on the list of the cheapest travel destinations in Asia. These are also destinations that promise to offer visitors the best experiences in terms of scenery, culture, cuisine, and people when starting their journey to Vietnam.
