Hanoi Trip Cost from India: Full 5-Day Budget Guide

Hanoi trip cost from India for a 5-day mid-range trip is approximately Rs 50,000–Rs 70,000 per person including return flights. Searches for Hanoi are up about 94% year-on-year for the festive season, and Vietnam Airlines starts a new nonstop Hanoi–Ahmedabad service on 3 November 2026 — four times a week — making North Vietnam easier than ever to reach. This guide breaks down every cost, plus a practical 5-day itinerary and the e-visa every Indian needs.

Why Hanoi Is Surging for Indian Travellers

Hanoi is Vietnam's thousand-year-old capital: a maze of Old Quarter streets selling pho and egg coffee, French-colonial lakeside boulevards, and the gateway to Halong Bay and Ninh Binh. It is also one of Asia's cheapest capitals — a full street-food meal costs less than a metro-city coffee back home. India is now Vietnam's eighth-largest visitor market, with more than 670,000 Indian arrivals in the first nine months of 2026, up 33% year-on-year. The new Hanoi–Ahmedabad route joins existing direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad and Kolkata.

Vietnam E-Visa for Indians

Indian passport holders need a visa for Vietnam. The 90-day e-visa costs US$25 (approximately Rs 2,100) for a single entry and is processed in about 3–5 business days through the official portal. Apply at least a week before travel in peak season. FlyingEasyGo handles the visa application process for customers end-to-end, from documents to filing. Read our Vietnam e-visa guide for Indians for the step-by-step process.

Hanoi Trip Cost from India: Full Breakdown (Approximate)

Flights: return flights from India to Hanoi cost approximately Rs 18,000–Rs 35,000 per person if booked 6–8 weeks ahead; festive and last-minute fares run higher. The new Ahmedabad nonstop (from 3 Nov 2026) gives Gujarat travellers a direct option — see the route announcement details.

Hotels: budget hotels in the Old Quarter cost approximately Rs 1,000–Rs 2,500 per night; comfortable mid-range hotels approximately Rs 3,000–Rs 6,000 per night; luxury hotels Rs 10,000+ per night.

Food: street food costs approximately Rs 50–Rs 180 per meal; local restaurants approximately Rs 200–Rs 450; a meal at a good Indian restaurant costs approximately Rs 800–Rs 1,200 per person.

Local transport: Grab ride-hailing and cyclos cover the city; budget approximately Rs 300–Rs 800 per day.

Sightseeing: a Halong Bay day cruise costs approximately Rs 3,500–Rs 5,500 per person; a Ninh Binh (Tam Coc) day trip approximately Rs 3,000–Rs 4,500; a Ba Na Hills-style Golden Bridge visit is not in Hanoi — save that for Da Nang.

Total: budget trip approximately Rs 30,000–Rs 40,000 per person; mid-range approximately Rs 50,000–Rs 70,000 per person for 4–5 days including flights. All figures are approximate.

Best time to visit Hanoi from India

October to April is the best time to visit Hanoi, with cooler, drier weather and clear skies for Halong Bay. November–December is the sweet spot: pleasant temperatures, fewer crowds than Tet (Lunar New Year), and good cruise weather. May–September is hot, humid and rainy.

5-Day Hanoi Itinerary

Day 1 — Old Quarter arrival: land in Hanoi, check into the Old Quarter, evening street-food walk around Hoan Kiem Lake, egg coffee at a lakeside cafe.

Day 2 — Hanoi city: Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and complex, Temple of Literature, Hoa Lo Prison museum, and Train Street in the late afternoon.

Day 3 — Halong Bay day cruise: full-day cruise among the limestone karsts with lunch on board, kayaking and a cave visit; return to Hanoi by evening.

Day 4 — Ninh Binh: day trip to "Halong Bay on land" — bamboo boat ride through Tam Coc's rice paddies and caves, then the Bai Dinh pagoda complex.

Day 5 — Markets + departure: morning at Dong Xuan Market for silk, coffee and spices (bargaining expected), last pho, then fly home.

Pro Tips for Indians

• Stay in the Old Quarter: everything walkable, the best street food, and easy Grab pickups for day trips.
• Book Halong Bay 1–2 days ahead: cruises fill up on weekends and festive dates; book through your hotel or a trusted operator.
• Carry small dong notes: street vendors and cyclos rarely have change for large bills.
• Extend south: a 5-day Hanoi trip pairs perfectly with Phu Quoc island for a beach finish.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Hanoi trip cost from India for 5 days?

A 5-day mid-range Hanoi trip costs approximately Rs 50,000–Rs 70,000 per person including flights, hotels, food and sightseeing. A budget trip costs approximately Rs 30,000–Rs 40,000 per person.

Do Indians need a visa for Vietnam?

Yes. Indian passport holders need a Vietnam e-visa (US$25, 90-day single entry, ~3–5 business days) before travel. FlyingEasyGo can handle the full application process for you.

How much does a Halong Bay cruise cost from Hanoi?

A Halong Bay day cruise from Hanoi costs approximately Rs 3,500–Rs 5,500 per person including hotel pickup, guide, cruise and lunch. Overnight cruises cost more.

What is the cheapest month to visit Hanoi from India?

May–September offers the lowest hotel rates, but it is hot and rainy. For the best balance of price and weather, visit in October–November or March–April.

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