Which place is cheaper, Christchurch or Cheju (Jeju)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Cheju (Jeju) and Christchurch. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch?
Cheju (Jeju)
Cheju is an island located just off the southern coast of South Korea in the Korean Strait. It is known for its volcanic landscape full of craters and cave-like lava tubes, which many visitors venture to hike and explore. With the main industry invested in tourism, it is a popular vacation spot for Koreans and foreigners alike, and remains the top honeymoon destination for Korean newlyweds.
Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, right beside the Canterbury Plains. Most people begin their South Island travels here. The city itself can be fascinating to explore so it is worth allowing yourself several days in town as an introduction to the region.
The River Avon flows through the city center, twisting through the old buildings. Christchurch is referred to in New Zealand as the Garden City and it is easy to see why. It's quite a nice city with trees spread throughout. The economy is centered around international tourism as well as foreign education. There is a high Asian student population here, giving the city a diverse feel.
Christchurch's climate is temperate and the city receives moderate rainfall. In January average high temperatures are around 73 degrees Fahrenheit with averages around 52 degrees Fahrenheit in July. There is a sea breeze during the summer months that keep temperatures pleasant. Temperatures can drop below freezing at night during the winter months. Snow may also fall several times a year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in South Korea, The Best Luxury Tours to South Korea, The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCheju (Jeju) $72Christchurch $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Cheju (Jeju) is $72, while the average daily cost in Christchurch is $95. 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 Cheju (Jeju) and Christchurch in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCheju (Jeju) $46Christchurch $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCheju (Jeju) $92Christchurch $98
Compare Hotels in Cheju (Jeju) and Christchurch
Looking for a hotel in Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch? 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: Christchurch Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cheju (Jeju) $10Christchurch $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cheju (Jeju)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cheju (Jeju):
- Jeju Airport Transfer: $20
- Private Sightseeing Tour to Jeju Island with Transfer Included: $190
- Private Taxi Transfer from Jeju City Downtown to Jeju Airport: $50
- Private Transfer From Jeju Airport to in Seogwipo Jeju Island : $30
- Private Transfer From Seogwipo to Jeju Airport in jeju island: $25
- jeju island Private Taxi Hallasan Hiking Trail Transfer - One way: $57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Christchurch
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Christchurch:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Airport CHC to Christchurch in Business Car: $66
- Christchurch Airport (CHC): Transfer to Christchurch hotels: $129
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Business Car: $66
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Van: $91
- Christchurch Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Christchurch: $69
- Christchurch City Hotels to Airport Transfer - Lowest price 1 to 9 Passengers: $78
- Christchurch Hotels to Airport Transfer: $51
- Christchurch to Christchurch Airport(CHC)- Departure Transfer: $32
- Departure Private Transfers from Christchurch to Airport CHC in Business Car: $66
- Departure Private Transfers from Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Van: $91
- Private Transfer from Lyttelton Port to Christchurch Airport CHC: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch?
Prices for flights to both Christchurch and Cheju (Jeju) 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 dayCheju (Jeju) $17Christchurch $31
Typical Food Prices in Cheju (Jeju)
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cheju (Jeju):
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Burger$4.49
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Donkatsu (Charles Restaurant)$7.24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cheju (Jeju)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cheju (Jeju).
- Cooking Korean Cuisine and Dinner at Jeju Seaside Sunset Terrace: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cheju (Jeju) $5.49Christchurch $17
Tours and Activities in Cheju (Jeju)
Here are a few actual costs in Cheju (Jeju) for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Visitors to Jeju Glass Museum and Experience: $25
- [Jeju] Hanbok Rental Experience/Korean Traditional Clothes Rental Shop: $30
- [Jeju] Woman Diver Haenyeo Traditional Clothes Rental Experience: $32
- Full-Day Private Jumbo taxi Tour - East of Jeju Island (UNESCO): $55
- Seogwipo(the southern city of Jeju) Art Museum Walking Tour: $55
- Seogwipo (The Southern City of Jeju) Jungmun Area Walking Tour: $55
- jeju Private Day Taxi tour - West of Jeju Island: $60
- Seogwipo(The southern city of Jeju)City Walking Tours with Sunset: $60
- Jeju island Southern Unesco Mt.halla ONE day Bus Tour: $63
- Private Tour Cheonjeyeon Falls & Osulloc Museum in Jeju Island : $65
- Jeju island Eastern UNESCO site Full Day Guided Tour: $66
- Jeju Eastern Must visit Unesco Bus Tour: $66
Tours and Activities in Christchurch
Here are a few actual costs in Christchurch for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram: $21
- Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket: $25
- Christchurch International Antarctic Centre Entry Tickets: $35
- International Antarctic Center General Admission Ticket: $36
- Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo: $42
- Christchurch Tram City Tour & Punting Combo: $46
- Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River: $47
- Tram, Punt and Gondola Ride Combo Ticket: $62
- Waipara Wine Trail Afternoon Tour from Christchurch: $75
- Waipara Wine Experience for 2 or more, inc tastings and lunch: $108
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion: Christchurch Sightseeing with Antarctic Center: $109
- Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch: $113
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCheju (Jeju) $7.12Christchurch $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Christchurch
Also in Christchurch, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $100
- All-Inclusive Waipara Region Wine Tour from Christchurch: $106
- From Guided Local Wine Tours in Waipara: $119
- Akaroa Craft Distillery HeliGin Experience: $532
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cheju (Jeju) and Christchurch, we can see that Christchurch is more expensive. And not only is Cheju (Jeju) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cheju (Jeju) is in Asia and Christchurch is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Cheju (Jeju) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cheju (Jeju) 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 Christchurch would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Christchurch than you might in Cheju (Jeju).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cheju (Jeju) Expensive? and Is Christchurch Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch?
Cheju (Jeju) has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Christchurch. When comparing the sizes of Cheju (Jeju) and Christchurch, 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 Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Christchurch is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Cheju (Jeju) has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch in the Summer?
Both Christchurch and Cheju (Jeju) are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Christchurch for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Cheju (Jeju) is a little warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cheju (Jeju) in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Christchurch averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Christchurch. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cheju (Jeju). Cheju (Jeju) usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Christchurch during summer. Cheju (Jeju) gets 209 hours of sunny skies, while Christchurch receives 224 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Cheju (Jeju). In July, Cheju (Jeju) usually receives more rain than Christchurchin January. Cheju (Jeju) gets 230 mm (9.1 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryCheju (Jeju) 26°C (79°F)Christchurch 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch in the Autumn?
Both Christchurch and Cheju (Jeju) during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Christchurch in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Cheju (Jeju) is generally a little warmer than Christchurchin April. Daily temperatures in Cheju (Jeju) average around 18°C (64°F), and Christchurch fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Cheju (Jeju) often gets more sunshine than Christchurchin April. Cheju (Jeju) gets 179 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Christchurch receives 161 hours of full sun.
Cheju (Jeju) usually gets more rain in October than Christchurchin April. Cheju (Jeju) gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilCheju (Jeju) 18°C (64°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cheju (Jeju) and Christchurch. Also, most visitors come to Christchurch for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Cheju (Jeju) is cooler than Christchurch in the winter. The daily temperature in Cheju (Jeju) averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Christchurch fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in July.
Cheju (Jeju) usually receives less sunshine than Christchurch during winter. Cheju (Jeju) gets 75 hours of sunny skies, while Christchurch receives 122 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cheju (Jeju) usually receives less rain than Christchurchin July. Cheju (Jeju) gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyCheju (Jeju) 5°C (41°F)Christchurch 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Cheju (Jeju) or Christchurch in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Cheju (Jeju) as well as Christchurch. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Christchurch because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Cheju (Jeju) is around the same temperature as Christchurch. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cheju (Jeju) in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Christchurch averages at about 12°C (54°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Christchurch. In the spring, Cheju (Jeju) often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Christchurchin October. Cheju (Jeju) gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Christchurch receives 204 hours of full sun.
Cheju (Jeju) usually gets more rain in April than Christchurchin October. Cheju (Jeju) gets 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberCheju (Jeju) 13°C (56°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Christchurch and Cheju (Jeju)
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (73°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 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.