Which place is cheaper, Jingdezhen or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Jingdezhen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Can Tho and Jingdezhen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Jingdezhen?
Can Tho
Can Tho is the largest city of Vietnam's Mekong Delta, and is best known for its canal network of floating markets, restaurants, bars, and hotels, Buddhist pagodas, and the beauty of the delta, which is illuminated in the evenings.
Jingdezhen
Jingdezhen, China is a city located in the Jianxi Province in the southwestern part of the country. It is famous for being the "Porcelain Capital" due to a history of producing pottery for over 1,700 years. This city itself ignites memories of a time when Chinese craftsmanship was at it's peak thanks to their weekly craft shows and art village.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Ho Chi Minh City, The Best 10-Day Tours from Hanoi, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCan Tho $58Jingdezhen $60
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $58, while the average daily cost in Jingdezhen is $60. 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 Can Tho and Jingdezhen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $28Jingdezhen $31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $56Jingdezhen $62
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Jingdezhen
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Jingdezhen? 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: Can Tho Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Can Tho $13Jingdezhen $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $35
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $37
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Vinh Long to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $108
- Private Transfer from Thanh Thoi to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $108
- Private Transfer from Can Tho City to Tan Son Nhat (SGN) Airport: $115
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Jingdezhen?
Prices for flights to both Jingdezhen and Can Tho 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 dayCan Tho $17Jingdezhen $21
Typical Food Prices in Can Tho
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Can Tho:
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Restaurant Dinner (for Two)$5.28
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Coconut$0.28
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Mango$1.10
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Hot Pot Dinner (for Two)$7.07
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Two Vietnamese Iced Coffees$0.65
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Casual Lunch (for One)$2.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Boat tour on Mekong river see the sunset, small canal, Vegan dinner, street food: $29
- Can Tho Food Tour – “Wrap & Roll”: $31
- Biking and Cooking Class in Can Tho Rural: $32
- Local Food Tour: $33
- Explore Can Tho City tour combine Local Food tour - in afternoon: $35
- Biking and cooking class in the rural tour at Can Tho: $36
- Can Tho food tour designed by local chef: $38
- Street food tour back of the bike in Can Tho: $39
- Eco Cooking Class and Market Tour: $47
- Walking street food tour designed by local chef: $48
- Discover Local Cuisine: Walking Food Tour in Can Tho: $49
- Can Tho Floating Cooking Class: $66
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $17Jingdezhen $8.21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Can Tho
For Can Tho, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sunset Boat Ride$2.03
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Half Day Floating Market Tour$8.53
Tours and Activities in Can Tho
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Can Tho.
- FREE FOOT TOUR- ENJOY LOCAL FOOD: $8.38
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market 5-Hours Tour: $32
- The hidden Fabulous Floating Market and small canal (Non-tourist small canal): $33
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $35
- Discover Can Tho Floating Market and Small Canal Adventure: $35
- Private Half Day Tour - Sơn Islet: $36
- Mekong Delta and Cai Rang Floating Market Tour: $36
- Can Tho Sunset Tour : $38
- A unique tour of the floating market includes a cacao plantation.: $39
- Private Half Day Tour - Cái Răng Floating Market: $40
- Sunset Experience on Mekong River and Explore Brilliant City: $40
- Cai Rang Floating Market and Fruit Garden Tour: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.71Jingdezhen $39
Typical Alcohol Prices in Can Tho
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Can Tho from other travelers:
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Beer$3.25
When comparing the travel costs between Can Tho and Jingdezhen, we can see that Jingdezhen 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Can Tho Expensive? and Is Jingdezhen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Jingdezhen?
Jingdezhen has a larger population, and is about 20% larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho and Jingdezhen, 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.
When is the best time to visit Can Tho or Jingdezhen?
Jingdezhen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Can Tho experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Can Tho or Jingdezhen in the Summer?
Both Jingdezhen and Can Tho during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Can Tho is around the same temperature as Jingdezhen in the summer. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 30°C (85°F).
Jingdezhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. Can Tho usually gets more rain in July than Jingdezhen. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Jingdezhen 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Jingdezhen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Jingdezhen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
In the autumn, Can Tho is a little warmer than Jingdezhen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Can Tho in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Jingdezhen averages at about 20°C (68°F).
Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Can Tho usually receives more rain than Jingdezhen. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn. December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Jingdezhen 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Jingdezhen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Jingdezhen. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Can Tho is generally much warmer than Jingdezhen. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 26°C (78°F), and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Can Tho usually gets less rain in January than Jingdezhen. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Jingdezhen 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Jingdezhen in the Spring?
Both Jingdezhen and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Can Tho is much warmer than Jingdezhen in the spring. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Jingdezhen. It's quite rainy in Can Tho. In April, Can Tho usually receives less rain than Jingdezhen. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Can Tho is December to April. The rainy season in Can Tho is May to November.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Jingdezhen 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Jingdezhen and Can Tho
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (78°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
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.