Which place is cheaper, Shenzhen or Can Tho?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Can Tho or Shenzhen?
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 Shenzhen can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Can Tho or Shenzhen?
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.
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
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 $58Shenzhen $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Can Tho is $58, while the average daily cost in Shenzhen is $127. 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 Shenzhen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCan Tho $28Shenzhen $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCan Tho $56Shenzhen $184
Compare Hotels in Can Tho and Shenzhen
Looking for a hotel in Can Tho or Shenzhen? 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 $13Shenzhen $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Can Tho
Also for Can Tho, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport to/from Can Tho City Center: $37
- Private Transfer: Can Tho Airport - Can Tho City Center: $35
- 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 City to Can Tho (VCA) Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Can Tho (VCA) Airport to Can Tho City: $126
- PRIVATE CAR: Can Tho AIRPORT <=> CanTho Hotels (one way transfer): $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hong Kong Disneyland: 1-Day Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $165
- Transfers anywhere in Hong Kong: $141
- Hong Kong Hassle free Airport Transfers in Tesla or Benz: $138
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $132
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Hong Kong hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $121
- Private Transfer: Hong Kong City to Hong Kong Airport HKG in Business Car: $119
- Luxury Private Tesla Transfer: Hong Kong International Airport (From/To HKG): $115
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX) to Guangzhou - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $107
- Private Airport Transfer Shenzhen Airport - Guangzhou: $106
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX) to Round Trip Private Transfer: $96
- Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong City Private Arrival Transfer: $92
- Hong Kong Airport (HKG) to Kai Tak Port - Round- Trip Private Transfer : $92
Is it cheaper to fly into Can Tho or Shenzhen?
Prices for flights to both Shenzhen 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 $17Shenzhen $20
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
- 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
- Mekong Delta Cooking Class with Lunch: $69
- Can Tho Cooking Class - Motorbike trip in the countryside: $69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vegetarian Food Tour: $79
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $92
- Hong Kong Guided Dinner + Laser Show Lounge Entry (2023) | 200+ booked : $101
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Central and Sheung Wan Districts: $108
- Secret Food Tour With the Locals in Tin Hau Hong Kong w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Small Group Local Market Walking Tour and Chinese Cooking Class in Hong Kong: $132
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $140
- Private Food Tour With the Locals in Hong Kong: $146
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $147
- Hong Kong Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized: $168
- Kowloon Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private: $168
- Kowloon Night Street Food Tour with a Local: Private & Customized: $187
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Can Tho $17Shenzhen $17
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.
- 'Cai Rang' Floating Market 2-Day Tour With Biking & Boating: $155
- 1 day-Tra Su cajuput forest tour pick up from Chau Doc or Can Tho: $155
- 3-DAY CA MAU CAPE TOUR IN MEKONG DELTA FROM SAI GON: $166
- A unique tour of the floating market includes a cacao plantation.: $39
- Bicycle Tour Through Peaceful Villages: $35
- Boat tour visit 3 pagodas, Ancient house, see sunset on mekong river: $59
- CASA Authentic Bicycle Tour: $89
- CASA Authentic Mekong Motorbike Tour: $89
- Cai Rang Famous Floating Market in Can Tho - Private tour: $176
- Cai Rang Floating Market - My Tho & Ben Tre - VIP Private Tour: $135
- Cai Rang Floating Market Tour: $42
- Cai Rang Floating Market Tour -Amazing Can Tho : $72
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shenzhen Self-Guided Flexible Tour with Private Car and Driver : $87
- (Private class) Hong Kong gourmet baking experience class: Hong Kong-style egg tart + custard mooncake: $89
- **HK Resident**sky100 Admission Ticket [F-HC1_HK]: $14
- 2.5-Hour Shenzhen City-Village Walking Tour: Back In The 90's & TikTok Influence: $51
- 4-Hour Private Hong Kong Layover Tour: $280
- 4-Hour Small Group Kowloon Sightseeing Tour: $103
- A Magical Evening in Hong Kong: Private City Tour: $105
- Afternoon Hiking Tour Sharp Island Geopark: $38
- Aqua Luna: Evening Cruise at Victoria Harbour Hong Kong: $40
- Aqua Luna: Symphony of Lights Cruise in Hong Kong: $49
- Big Bus Hong Kong Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour: $50
- Big Bus Hong Kong Open-Top Night Tour: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCan Tho $6.71Shenzhen $20
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Can Tho and Shenzhen, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Can Tho much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Can Tho would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Can Tho and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Shenzhen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenzhen than you might in Can Tho.
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 Shenzhen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Can Tho or Shenzhen?
Shenzhen has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Can Tho. When comparing the sizes of Can Tho and Shenzhen, 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 Shenzhen?
Shenzhen 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 Shenzhen in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Can Tho and Shenzhen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Can Tho year-round.
In the summer, Can Tho is around the same temperature as Shenzhen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Can Tho in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Shenzhen averages at about 30°C (85°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Shenzhen this time of the year. Can Tho usually receives less sunshine than Shenzhen during summer. Can Tho gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Shenzhen receives 231 hours of full sun in the summer.
Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the summer. Can Tho gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Can Tho usually receives around the same amount of rain as Shenzhen. Can Tho gets 313 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Shenzhen 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Shenzhen in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Can Tho as well as Shenzhen. Can Tho attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Can Tho is generally around the same temperature as Shenzhen. Daily temperatures in Can Tho average around 28°C (82°F), and Shenzhen fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In the autumn, Can Tho often gets less sunshine than Shenzhen. Can Tho gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenzhen receives 190 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Shenzhen. Can Tho receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Can Tho usually gets more rain in October than Shenzhen. Can Tho gets 343 mm (13.5 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Can Tho is the dry season. May to November in Can Tho is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCan Tho 28°C (82°F)Shenzhen 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Shenzhen in the Winter?
Both Shenzhen and Can Tho are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Can Tho throughout the year.
Can Tho is much warmer than Shenzhen in the winter. The daily temperature in Can Tho averages around 26°C (78°F) in January, and Shenzhen fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Can Tho. Can Tho usually receives more sunshine than Shenzhen during winter. Can Tho gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Shenzhen receives 140 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Can Tho usually receives less rain than Shenzhen. Can Tho gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCan Tho 26°C (78°F)Shenzhen 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Can Tho or Shenzhen in the Spring?
Both Shenzhen and Can Tho during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Can Tho because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Can Tho is a little warmer than Shenzhen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Can Tho in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Shenzhen averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It's quite sunny in Can Tho. In the spring, Can Tho often gets more sunshine than Shenzhen. Can Tho gets 235 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenzhen receives 95 hours of full sun.
Shenzhen 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 less rain in April than Shenzhen. Can Tho gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Shenzhen receives 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Can Tho. May to November is the rainy season in Can Tho.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCan Tho 29°C (84°F)Shenzhen 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Shenzhen 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) | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 268 mm (10.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 332 mm (13.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 313 mm (12.3 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 365 mm (14.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 343 mm (13.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
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