Which place is cheaper, Gothenburg or Christchurch?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Christchurch or Gothenburg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Christchurch or Gothenburg? 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: Christchurch or Gothenburg?
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.
Gothenburg
Gothenburg is the second largest city in Sweden with a population of about 500,000. It is located on the western coast at the edge of the Gota River. It's a very friendly and welcoming city with a great vibe. Part of its energy comes from the Gothenburg University, which, with over 60,000 students, is the largest university in the country. Historically, Gothenburg has working class roots which are still apparent today, particularly in the city's harbour area. Recently there has been a growing number of expensive restaurants and cafes, showing that the demographic continues to evolve.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Sweden, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChristchurch $117Gothenburg $145
The average daily cost (per person) in Christchurch is $117, while the average daily cost in Gothenburg is $145. 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 Christchurch and Gothenburg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChristchurch $49Gothenburg $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChristchurch $98Gothenburg $92
Compare Hotels in Christchurch and Gothenburg
Looking for a hotel in Christchurch or Gothenburg? 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 and Gothenburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Christchurch $14Gothenburg $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Christchurch
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Christchurch:
- Private Transfer from Lyttelton Cruise Port to Christchurch City: $87
- Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Lyttelton Cruise Port: $87
- Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Akaroa Cruise Port: $189
- Departure Transfer: Christchurch to Airport CHC by Business Car: $95
- Christchurch Airport to City SUV Transfer: $57
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Car: $130
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Car: $130
- Christchurch Airport (CHC): Transfer to Christchurch hotels: $164
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gothenburg
Also for Gothenburg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Gothenburg to Airport GOT by Business Car: $132
- Goteborg City to Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Arrival Private Transfer: $108
- Goteborg Landvetter Airport (GOT) to Goteborg City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $216
- Gothenburg Airport: Transfer to City center of Gothenburg: $74
- Gothenburg Private Transfer from Central Gothenburg to Gothenburg Airport: $80
- City Highlights Bike Tour with Transfer: $128
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Arrival: $17
- Landvetter Airport Bus Transfer Departure: $17
- Ostersund Private Transfer from Ostersund (OSD) airport to central Ostersund: $115
- Private Transfer From Gothenburg Landvetter Airport to Gothenburg Hotels: $95
- Private Transfer Gothenburg Airport GOT to Gothenburg by Sedan: $162
Is it cheaper to fly into Christchurch or Gothenburg?
Prices for flights to both Gothenburg and Christchurch 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 dayChristchurch $53Gothenburg $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Christchurch $17Gothenburg $18
Tours and Activities in Christchurch
Here are a few actual costs in Christchurch for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket: $25
- (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch: $179
- (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch: $175
- (MT) Mount Cook Day Tour From Christchurch: $150
- 1/2-Day Christchurch Scenic Highlights Small Group Tour: $140
- 1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour): $239
- 8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour: $995
- 8 Day Southern Secrets Small Group Tour: $995
- Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch: $114
- Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch: $156
- Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine: $258
- Arthur's Pass and TranzAlpine Train Day Tour from Christchurch: $255
Tours and Activities in Gothenburg
For Gothenburg, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Self Guided Tour in Gothenburg: $3.58
- Eila's Time Travels: A Lycksele Family Walking Tour Game: $8.59
- Headless Horseman in Self-Guided Ghost Tour Game: $8.63
- Alfie Atkins Cultural Centre Admission Ticket: $15
- Old Town Sightseeing Tour: $16
- Gothenburg Old Town Sightseeing Tour: $16
- World of Volvo Exhibition Entry Ticket: $19
- Universeum Entry Ticket: $24
- Gothenburg Universeum Ticket - Aquarium, Science, Wildlife, Zoo: $25
- City Canal Sightseeing Cruise: $28
- Gothenburg 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket: $36
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChristchurch $11Gothenburg $24
Sample the Local Flavors in Christchurch
Also in Christchurch, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings: $108
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Waipara Wine Tour With Lunch: $114
- From Guided Local Wine Tours in Waipara: $117
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour : $135
Sample the Local Flavors in Gothenburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gothenburg:
- Guided Brewery Tour on Bicycle: $66
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Christchurch and Gothenburg, we can see that Gothenburg is more expensive. And not only is Christchurch much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Christchurch is in Pacific and Gothenburg is in Europe, 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 Christchurch would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Christchurch 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 Gothenburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gothenburg than you might in Christchurch.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Christchurch Expensive? and Is Gothenburg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Christchurch or Gothenburg?
Gothenburg has a larger population, and is about 39% larger than the population of Christchurch. When comparing the sizes of Christchurch and Gothenburg, 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 Christchurch or Gothenburg?
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 Gothenburg has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Christchurch or Gothenburg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Christchurch as well as Gothenburg. The summer months attract visitors to Christchurch because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Christchurch is around the same temperature as Gothenburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Christchurch in January average around 18°C (64°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 16°C (61°F)in July.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gothenburg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Christchurch this time of the year. In the summer, Christchurch often gets less sunshine than Gothenburgin July. Christchurch gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 243 hours of full sun.
Christchurch usually gets less rain in January than Gothenburgin July. Christchurch gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyChristchurch 18°C (64°F)Gothenburg 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Christchurch or Gothenburg in the Autumn?
Both Gothenburg and Christchurch are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Christchurch this time of year.
In April, Christchurch is generally a little warmer than Gothenburgin October. Daily temperatures in Christchurch average around 12°C (54°F), and Gothenburg fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
Christchurch usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during autumn. Christchurch gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 94 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In April, Christchurch usually receives less rain than Gothenburgin October. Christchurch gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberChristchurch 12°C (54°F)Gothenburg 9°C (47°F)
Should I visit Christchurch or Gothenburg in the Winter?
Both Gothenburg and Christchurch during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Christchurch for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gothenburg can get quite cold in the winter. Christchurch is much warmer than Gothenburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Christchurch averages around 6°C (43°F) in July, and Gothenburg fluctuates around -2°C (29°F)in January.
In the winter, Christchurch often gets more sunshine than Gothenburgin January. Christchurch gets 122 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gothenburg receives 40 hours of full sun.
Christchurch usually gets more rain in July than Gothenburgin January. Christchurch gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryChristchurch 6°C (43°F)Gothenburg -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Christchurch or Gothenburg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Christchurch and Gothenburg. Many visitors come to Christchurch in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Christchurch is much warmer than Gothenburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Christchurch in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Gothenburg averages at about 5°C (41°F)in April.
In Christchurch, it's very sunny this time of the year. Christchurch usually receives more sunshine than Gothenburg during spring. Christchurch gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Gothenburg receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In October, Christchurch usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gothenburgin April. Christchurch gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gothenburg receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilChristchurch 12°C (54°F)Gothenburg 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Gothenburg and Christchurch
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 6°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 6°C (43°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (49°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
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