Budget doesn’t matter if you are pleased to use a dorm bed, travel by bus, and have street food during your journey in Vietnam.  Whether you want to tighten your wallet or be like an elite, you can find everything in the S-shaped nation. This post will discuss the cheapest ways to travel to Vietnam. Remember, managing your travel budget here never means you have to suffer and scrimp that you cannot fully enjoy the trip.  Scroll down and find tips to reduce your expenses while discovering Vietnam’s cultural richness, magnificent landscapes, and typical cuisine.  How to get cheap airfares to Vietnam When traveling to Vietnam from abroad, air travel is the quickest and most convenient option. To find the best prices, consider using Google Flights. Simply input your departure and arrival locations, as well as your preferred travel dates. Within seconds, you'll have access to a wide range of airfare options, airline carriers, airport choices, and travel times.In addition, the right timing could help you a lot to get a cheaper air ticket. Book it a few months in advance, especially if you plan to visit Vietnam during peak seasons. Another tip is flexibility. If your dates are flexible, the prices can be much more affordable.   One more way to score the cheapest airfare is a transit flight with one or two stops en route. Of course, this will take time, so you should be prepared to enjoy yourself at each stop.  Note: These tips can be applied to domestic flights in case you need to travel a long journey, like between the North and South.  For example, you can find the cheapest round ticket from Mumbai, India to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam at $180 via Google Flights. It’s a direct flight operated by Vietjet Air, a low-cost carrier in Vietnam.  Cheapest way for transportation within Vietnam Previously, we had an article sharing the means of transportation in Vietnam, feel free to use it as a reference.  The cheapest way to move from one destination to another in Vietnam is by bus, motorcycle, and bicycle. Public city buses can cost only $0.3/route. A rented motorbike is around $6-12 per day depending on its type. Normally, you will have to fill the fuel tank. $2 is enough for a few days. Daily rental fees for bicycles range from one to some USD.   The traffic in Vietnam, especially in the cities, is complicated so you should consider carefully before deciding to ride.  Besides, you can choose traditional taxis or tech-based taxi services for short-distance trips. For longer ones, book a seat on a sleeper bus or train for the cheapest prices, starting from $10. If lucky enough, you may get super cheap domestic airfares. Just check everything and find the best way to save your travel costs!   Cheapest way for accommodation in Vietnam We talked about Vietnam homestays in an article. Homestays are one of the cheapest accommodation types in the country. The rate can begin from $10/night for a private single room. The average rate might be around $25/night in the big cities or famous tourist attractions. If you share one room with companions, you will pay a cheaper price. Hostels, motels, or guesthouses usually offer quite similar rates to homestays.  Another affordable accommodation is a dorm bed. The rate often ranges from $6-10/night. One disadvantage is you may have to share the same space with many strangers, which is kind of uncomfortable. Simultaneously, it’s no problem if you are easygoing and willing to make more friends.  One thing to keep in mind is that you could get cheaper prices if you stay long (usually at least one week) there.  Cheap and tasty food in Vietnam  For budget travelers and backpackers, Vietnamese street food is no different from heaven. It is cheap, diverse, delicious, and unique. To keep your expenses low, you can visit food stalls, small eateries, or affordable restaurants.  You will easily fill your stomach with three main meals at only $10. Popular breakfasts such as banh mi or sticky rice can cost $0.8 per portion. For lunch and dinner, you can have broken rice with pork, eggs, vegetables, etc., pho, kinds of vermicelli, noodles, and more. The prices might be from $1.4-4.   If you want to try more Vietnamese cuisine, don’t miss coffee and street food. The average cost can be around $4.  For more details on Vietnamese delicacies and prices, have a look at our previous post!  Cheapest places to visit in Vietnam There are many free or cheap tourist attractions, activities, and scenic spots for travelers to explore in Vietnam. They could be historical relics, temples, churches, pagodas, museums, or beaches. Most of them allow free entrance or charge some US dollars. Students, kids, and elders can get discounts or promotions, so take advantage of them.  Vietnam is home to plenty of famous heritage sites that are recognized by UNESCO and other notable organizations. That’s why it’s worth every penny to give them a visit.   One more thing, in Vietnam, a useful way to cut down your budget is to bargain. In the markets or shops, you can try bargaining a little to score a reasonable price. If you have Vietnamese friends accompanying you, learn from them. If not, bargain funnily and pleasantly. Our Vietnamese are warm and kind so no need to worry!   In a nutshell, Vietnam is one of the world’s cheapest countries to travel. Except for the flight ticket, you can spend just $25-30/day for a complete experience from transportation and accommodation to food and entertainment.  Note: The prices mentioned are for reference only. You can spend less or more based on your needs, wishes, and other external factors.