A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Datong vs. Nadi (Port Denarau) for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Datong or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Datong or Nadi (Port Denarau), this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Datong or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Datong

If you're looking for an old world city, with a renovated feel, you might want to spend some time in Datong, China. This city was once walled-in and the newest initiative is to rebuild their great wall to maintain their old world charm. Datong is definitely done a lot to make itself a contender in the world of vacation destinations.

Nadi (Port Denarau)

Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.


Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Datong?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Datong is $57, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $174. 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 Datong and Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Datong $24
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $110
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Datong $48
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $220
Compare Hotels in Datong and Nadi (Port Denarau)

Looking for a hotel in Datong or Nadi (Port Denarau)? 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.

Hotels in Datong


Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau)


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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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Datong $13
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $9.08

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Datong

Also for Datong, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Datong Yungang Airport Chauffeur Service , to Datong Transfer: $12
  • Private Transfer Service from Yungang Airport to Datong Hotel: $29
  • Transfer from Datong Railway Stations to Hotels in City Center: $35
  • Datong Hanging Temple Private Transfer from Hotel or Station: $69
  • Private Round-Trip Transfer to Hanging Temple: $98
  • Dunhuang Private Round Trip Transfer to Jiayuguan and Xuanbi Great Wall : $100
  • Private Round-Trip Transfer Service to Hanging Temple and Hengshan from Datong: $118
  • Chengdu: Private Round-Trip Transfer to Leshan Budda: $128
  • Flexible Private Transfer Service from Datong to Pingyao with Sightseeing Stops: $225

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):

  • Private One Way Transfer Between Nadi Intl Airport and Denarau: $187
  • Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private transfer dropoff Nadi Airport or resort : $174
  • CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Volivoli or Wananavu Rst: $140
  • Treetops Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $131
  • Fiji Cultural Full Day Island Cruise With Lunch & Transfers : $110
  • Roundtrip transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $94
  • 100% CFC APPROVED Private Transfer - Nadi Airport to Intercontinental Resort : $84
  • From Nadi Airport Private Transfers To Shangrila Fijian Resort: $79
  • Private Transfer: Nadi Int Airport - The Pearl Resort/Fiji Palms PAC Harbour: $74
  • Airport Transfers: $72
  • Private Transfer:Nadi Airport to Fiji Marriott Momi Bay: $70
  • Round-trip Transfer Nadi To Intercontinental Fiji Resort And Spa: $60

Is it cheaper to fly into Datong or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) and Datong 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Datong $20
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $41

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nadi (Port Denarau)

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nadi (Port Denarau).

  • Robinson Crusoe Sunset Cruise Including Dinner, Cultural Show & Transfers: $124

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Datong $26
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $33

Tours and Activities in Datong

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Datong.

  • Datong Private Self-guided Tour with Chartered Car: $26
  • Yungang Grottoes Entrance Ticket Only: $35
  • Pingyao Ancient City Scenic Area Pass Ticket Only: $36
  • YungangGrottoe HangingTemple Private Self-guided Tour by Car: $79
  • Datong Hanging Temple Wooden Pagoda Self-guided Tour by Car: $95
  • 4-8 hours Private Datong Great Wall Tour: $99
  • Private Datong Day Tour Arranged by Local Tour Guide Nancy: $129
  • Datong Classic Day Tour: $135
  • Private city tour Datong Yungang grottoes and Huayan Monastery: $160
  • Private Custom Tour: Datong City in One Day: $180
  • Private day tour to Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Temple& lunch: $180
  • Private Tour: Yungang Grottoes and Hanging Monastery From Datong: $186

Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:

  • ''Coral Coast Adventure: Biausevu Waterfall & Natadola Beach !'': $147
  • "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $107
  • 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $167
  • 6 Hours Giant Zipline Adventure Park in Fiji: $93
  • Authentic Cultural and Historical Village Tour of Nadi Ex Fiji Marriott Resort: $130
  • Authentic Fijian Day Tour: $85
  • Barefoot Kuata Day Cruise from Denarau: $133
  • Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka) : $103
  • Biausevu Waterfall with New Dawn Tours Fiji: $85
  • CFC Hot Spring Mud Pool,Garden Of Sleeping Giant And Village Visit Half Day Tour: $108
  • Colo-i-Suva Waterfall Tour (Suva): $196
  • Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $161

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Datong $13
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $12


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Datong and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Datong much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Datong is in Asia and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 Datong would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Datong 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) than you might in Datong.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Datong Expensive? and Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Datong or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Datong has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Datong and Nadi (Port Denarau), 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.