Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Cebu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cebu or Pyeongchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Cebu or Pyeongchang? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Cebu or Pyeongchang?
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCebu $65Pyeongchang $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Cebu is $65, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $114. 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 Cebu and Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCebu $25Pyeongchang $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCebu $50Pyeongchang $124
Compare Hotels in Cebu and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Cebu or Pyeongchang? 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: Cebu Hotel Prices and Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cebu $26Pyeongchang $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- Transfer Cebu City - Bantayan Island: $70
- Seamless Transfer from MactanCebu Airport to Your City Hotel: $23
- Private Canyoneering in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer opt: $53
- Oslob Private Van Transfer between Cebu, Mactan or Mandaue City: $175
- Oslob Car Hire and Transfers: $150
- Malapascua: Advance Divers Shark Dive & Optional Transfer: $108
- Mactan Cebu Airport Transfer to City Hotels: $35
- Mactan Airport - Cebu City Sepoart (Transfer): $20
- Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City: $122
- Hotel Private Transfer Airport to Cebu, Mandaue, LapuLapu: $25
- Danasan Eco Adventure Park Including Round-Trip Hotel Transfer: $161
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Cebu or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang and Cebu 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 dayCebu $21Pyeongchang $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $67
- Cebu City Historical Street and Food Tour: $69
- Panoramic View of Cebu and Dinner with Night View: $89
- Traditional Filipino Bamboo Cooking Class: $108
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cebu $17Pyeongchang $51
Tours and Activities in Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour: $110
- 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
- A snorkelling tour to Cebu’s Hilutungan: $130
- Badian Cebu Canyoneering Experience: $84
- Balamban Uphill Adventure Tour in Cebu: $80
- Beach Adventure: $85
- Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise: $145
- Bohol Countryside Day Tour from Cebu City or Mactan - Best Seller: $155
- Bohol Countryside Joiners Tour From Cebu City: $144
- Bohol Countryside Private Tour From Cebu City: $213
- Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch: $55
- Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCebu $14Pyeongchang $8.79
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cebu and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang is more expensive. And not only is Cebu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cebu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cebu 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang than you might in Cebu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cebu Expensive? and Is Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Cebu or Pyeongchang?
Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cebu experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cebu or Pyeongchang in the Summer?
Both Pyeongchang and Cebu during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Cebu is a little warmer than Pyeongchang in the summer. The daily temperature in Cebu averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Pyeongchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Cebu. Cebu usually gets less rain in July than Pyeongchang. Cebu gets 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCebu 28°C (82°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Cebu or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cebu and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cebu year-round.
In the autumn, Cebu is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cebu in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 15°C (60°F).
Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Cebu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Cebu usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Cebu gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCebu 28°C (82°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Cebu or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Cebu as well as Pyeongchang. Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Pyeongchang can be very cold. In January, Cebu is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Cebu average around 27°C (81°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
Cebu usually gets more rain in January than Pyeongchang. Cebu gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCebu 27°C (81°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Cebu or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
Both Pyeongchang and Cebu are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
Cebu is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the spring. The daily temperature in Cebu averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In April, Cebu usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Cebu gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCebu 29°C (84°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Cebu
| Cebu | Pyeongchang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.