Which place is cheaper, Paihia or Benxi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Benxi or Paihia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Benxi and Paihia can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Benxi or Paihia?
Benxi
Benxi, China is a city in the south east of the Liaoning Province in northeast China. The city itself is a major industrial hub, but is best known for the Benxi Shuidong National Park where you'll find the famous five million year old water cave. Benxi experiences cold winters, with weather being less enjoyable for touring from November through March. May through August see much warmer weather, getting up to the high 80's Fahrenheit in late summer. September and October are also good times to visit as temperatures cool to 60-70 degrees.
Paihia
Paihia is a town on the North Island of New Zealand in the Bay of Islands region. It is about a three hours north of Auckland by car. For those visiting the Bay of Islands, it is the main town in the area and is located near the town of Russell and Kerikeri. There is a wharf in town where most ships depart from if you are planning on going out to explore the Bay of Islands. Paihia is a very small town with a population of about 1800 people. There is a fair climate all year round with temperatures ranging from sixty to seventy degrees Fahrenheit.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in New Zealand, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBenxi $97Paihia $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Benxi is $97, while the average daily cost in Paihia is $85. 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 Benxi and Paihia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBenxi $48Paihia $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBenxi $96Paihia $72
Compare Hotels in Benxi and Paihia
Looking for a hotel in Benxi or Paihia? 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: Paihia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Benxi $32Paihia $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Benxi or Paihia?
Prices for flights to both Paihia and Benxi 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 dayBenxi $31Paihia $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Benxi $7.45Paihia $37
Tours and Activities in Paihia
For Paihia, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Bay of Islands 2-Hour Sundowner Evening Sailing Cruise: $51
- Sundowner Evening Cruise - 2 hour evening sailing cruise with swim stop: $52
- Bay of Islands 30-minute Adventure Jet Boat Trip: $56
- Bay of Islands Trike Tour Experience: $56
- Bay of Islands: Late Afternoon Sailing Cruise: $63
- Bay of islands Waterfall Cruise Kayaking Tour: $63
- Thriller Tour - Bay of Islands, 30 mins (min 2): $64
- Scenic Tour - Bay of Islands, 30 mins (min2): $64
- Bay of Islands Scenic Tour : $70
- Glass Bottom Boat Tour to the Hole in the Rock: $73
- Parasailing Adventure Over the Bay of Islands: $74
- Hole in the Rock 1.5-Hour Fast Boat Ocean Adventure: $76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBenxi $7.85Paihia $24
Sample the Local Flavors in Paihia
Also in Paihia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bay of Islands Wine Tour with Lunch: $119
When comparing the travel costs between Benxi and Paihia, we can see that Benxi is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Benxi is in Asia and Paihia is in Pacific, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Benxi Expensive? and Is Paihia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Benxi or Paihia?
Benxi has a larger population, and is about 510 times larger than the population of Paihia. When comparing the sizes of Benxi and Paihia, 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.
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.