Which place is cheaper, Brisbane or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Deqin or Brisbane?
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 Deqin and Brisbane. 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: Deqin or Brisbane?
Deqin
Highly influenced by Tibet, Deqin is both a county and a town located in the Hengduanshan Mountains of China's Yunnan province. Most people visit the area as a home base from which to hike into the surrounding mountains, though the temples and traditional villages also add to the allure of the area.
Brisbane
Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Walking Tours in Australia, and The Best Eco Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $65Brisbane $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $65, while the average daily cost in Brisbane is $138. 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 Deqin and Brisbane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $36Brisbane $85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $72Brisbane $170
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Brisbane
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Brisbane? 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: Brisbane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Brisbane $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:
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Airtrain to the City$10
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Go Card$17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane
Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Car: $148
- Arrival Private Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Van: $136
- Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Brisbane Airport (BNE): Private Transfer to Brisbane Port: $211
- Brisbane Airport (BNE): Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $189
- Brisbane Airport Private Transfer Service to Brisbane City: $115
- Brisbane Airport to Sunshine Coast Transfer Service: $57
- Brisbane Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Brisbane city: $42
- Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast: $53
- Brisbane Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $211
- Brisbane hotels to Brisbane Airport (BNE) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Brisbane?
Prices for flights to both Brisbane and Deqin 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 dayDeqin $16Brisbane $33
Typical Food Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:
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Hamburger Lunch$5.48
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Cup of Coffee$2.05
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Chinese Food Lunch$8.56
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Ice cream$3.77
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Japanese Meal$14
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Smoothie$4.45
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Japanese Soup$7.87
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Coffee & Muffin$4.79
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Morning Mint Tea$2.40
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Veggie Burger & Chips$9.59
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Bread$1.78
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vertigo Dinner: Dining on the edge!: $134
- Guided Food Tour with Coffee, Seafood and Wine: $607
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Brisbane $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Concert Tickets$14
Tours and Activities in Brisbane
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.
- Trevena Glen Farm Animal Experience: $17
- True Crime Tour: $23
- Fortitude Valley Historical Crime Walking Tour: $23
- Winery Tour and Tasting: $24
- Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour: $24
- Bloody Brisbane CBD Crime Tour - Crime Tours Australia | Jack Sim: $24
- Solve a Detective Case in a themed adventure: $27
- Brisbane City Walking Tour 90 minutes: $31
- Boggo Road Gaol Ghost and Gallows Tour: $31
- Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise on the Brisbane River: $33
- City Walking Tour 90 minutes: $33
- Midday River Guided Sightseeing Cruise: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $11Brisbane $53
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:
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Evening at the Bar$10
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Sixpack of Beer$9.59
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Guiness Beer$5.82
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Sixpack of Beer$8.89
Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:
- XXXX Beer Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $25
- XXXX Brewery Tour: $25
- Stone & Wood Brewery Tour: $30
- City Winery Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $51
- Brewery Tour River Cruise in Brisbane: $68
- Sirromet Wine Tasting And Blending Workshop For 2: $84
- Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High Speed Boat Tour in Brisbane : $103
- Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain: $106
- Half Day Gold Coast Brewery Tour: $109
- Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $128
- Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch: $136
- Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour: $137
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Deqin and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. And not only is Deqin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Deqin is in Asia and Brisbane 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 Deqin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Deqin 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 Brisbane would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brisbane than you might in Deqin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Deqin Expensive? and Is Brisbane Expensive?.
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.