Which place is cheaper, Auckland or Chongqing?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Chongqing or Auckland?
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 Chongqing and Auckland. 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: Chongqing or Auckland?
Chongqing
Chongqing, China is a large city in central China and one of only four cities in the country that are not part of a province. While Chongqing is famous for being an economically important city, brush away its industrial surface and you'll find a naturally beautiful city with plenty of hidden wonders. Although you'll find many expats in the city, English is rarely spoken, meaning knowing some basic Mandarin will come in handy.
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, The Best Bicycle Tours in New Zealand, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChongqing $89Auckland $149
The average daily cost (per person) in Chongqing is $89, while the average daily cost in Auckland is $149. 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 Chongqing and Auckland in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChongqing $50Auckland $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChongqing $100Auckland $186
Compare Hotels in Chongqing and Auckland
Looking for a hotel in Chongqing or Auckland? 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: Auckland Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chongqing $19Auckland $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chongqing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Chongqing:
- [Airport Transfer] Chongqing Airport ⇔ Chongqing City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter>: $23
- Transfer betwn hotel airport and railway station (Chongqing): $116
- Private Transfer:From Jiangbei Airport to Chongqing downtown: $16
- Private Transfer from Chongqing hotel to Chongqing Train Station : $27
- Private Departure Transfer:Hotel to Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport CKG: $39
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Chongqing Chaotianmen Cruise Pier: $39
- Private Arrival Transfer:Any Chongqing Railway Station to Hotel: $24
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chongqing Jiangbei International Airport(CKG) to Hotel: $39
- Private Arrival Transfer: Chongqing Jiangbei Airport (CKG) to Hotel: $22
- Datong Yungang Airport Chauffeur Service , to Datong Transfer: $40
- Dazu Rock Carvings Private Transfer or Tour: $278
- Chongqing Private Round Trip Transfer to Wulong National Park: $168
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$10
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Airport Shuttle$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Auckland Airport Private Transfer: $84
- Arrival Private Transfer Auckland Airport to North Shore or Henderson Luxury Car: $129
- Arrival Private Transfer from Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland in Luxury Van: $126
- Arrival Private Transfer: Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland City by Luxury Van: $115
- Arrival Private Transfer: Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland City by Sedan Car: $90
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to Downtown hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $42
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to Downtown hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $147
- Auckland Airport (AKL): Private Transfer to Downtown hotels: $359
- Auckland Airport (AKL): Transfer to North Shore hotels: $332
- Auckland Airport Arrival Transfer (Individuals and Groups): $111
- Auckland Airport Arrival Transfer to North Shore or Henderson: $129
- Auckland Airport Taxi: Private Transfer One Direction: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Chongqing or Auckland?
Prices for flights to both Auckland and Chongqing 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 dayChongqing $25Auckland $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Chongqing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Chongqing.
- CHONGQING:Strolling through the city(Include dinner): $127
- Chongqing City Private Night Tour with Hot Pot Dinner: $158
- Chongqing Liangjiang Night Cruise Including Authentic Hot Pot Dinner: $183
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$5.07
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Auckland:: Japanese Home Cooking: $80
- Auckland Harbour 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Welcome Drink: $98
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $99
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $107
- Private Street Food Tour of Auckland with a Local Guide: $162
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chongqing $14Auckland $29
Tours and Activities in Chongqing
Here are a few actual costs in Chongqing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Chongqing Megacity Walking Tour: $135
- 1-Day Chongqing City Private Tour with the Hot pot Lunch: $157
- 1-Day Chongqing Dazu Rock Carvings Private Tour With the Lunch: $143
- 3-Hour Walking Tour of Chongqing Shancheng (Mountain City) Lane: $65
- 4D3N Yangtze River Victoria Cruise: Chongqing to Yichang: $633
- 5D4N Yangtze River Victoria Cruise: Yichang to Chongqing: $633
- All-In-One Chongqing Trendy Spots Private Tour: $220
- All-in-one Chongqing Night view private tour: $150
- City Night Cruise and Local Snacks Tour: $218
- Chongqing Dazu stone carving day tour: $191
- Chongqing Half Day Morning Private Tour including Eling Park & Chongqing Museum: $135
- Chongqing Half day Private Tour With Entire City Night View: $220
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$35
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$128
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket: $15
- Join the locals: 2-Hour Precinct Tour of Dealer Art Galleries: $16
- Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket: $20
- Skip the Line: Auckland Museum General Admission Entry Ticket: $20
- Skip the Line: Odyssey Sensory Maze Entry Auckland Ticket: $20
- Auckland Takapuna: Escape Game Adventure: $24
- Auckland CBD: Escape Game Adventure: $24
- Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket : $29
- All Blacks Experience - 'A New Zealand Experience': $36
- Wētā Workshop Unleashed Tour: $40
- Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChongqing $7.09Auckland $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ultimate Late Night Bar Crawl: $21
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $106
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Wine Tour Tasting Wines on Waiheke: $113
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $144
- Waiheke Island: Tour with Wine Tastings and Restaurant Lunch: $153
- From Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $156
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $168
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $171
- Kumeu Wineries / Brewery : $177
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $183
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $186
- Scenic Wine Tastings Tour with Lunch: $214
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chongqing and Auckland, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Chongqing much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Chongqing is in Asia and Auckland 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 Chongqing would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chongqing 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland than you might in Chongqing.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chongqing Expensive? and Is Auckland Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chongqing or Auckland?
Chongqing has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Auckland. When comparing the sizes of Chongqing and Auckland, 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.