Which place is cheaper, Johor Bahru or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Deqin or Johor Bahru?
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 Johor Bahru. 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 Johor Bahru?
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.
Johor Bahru
Johor Bahru is the capital of the state of Johor in Southern Malaysia. Though it is largely industrial and does not typically cater to tourists, especially compared to the grandeur of neighboring Singapore, the city does have some opportunities for shopping, dining, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $65Johor Bahru $60
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $65, while the average daily cost in Johor Bahru is $60. 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 Johor Bahru in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $36Johor Bahru $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $72Johor Bahru $84
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Johor Bahru
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Johor Bahru? 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: Johor Bahru Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Johor Bahru $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johor Bahru
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johor Bahru:
- Bukit Bintang: Shared Bus Transfer to Legoland Malaysia: $27
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Cameron Highlands Transfer [Van]: $120
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Fraser's Hill Transfer [Van]: $103
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Genting Highlands Transfer [Van]: $85
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Ipoh Transfer [Van]: $120
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur Transfer [Car]: $210
- Chauffeur: Johor Bahru to Kuantan Transfer [Van]: $93
- Johor Bahru City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur City Hotels One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru City to Kuala Lumpur City One-way Transfer: $105
- Johor Bahru to Cameron Highland Hotels (Door to Door) Private Transfer: $235
- Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur Airport 1-way Transfer: $125
- Johor Bahru to Kuala Lumpur City 1-way Transfer: $125
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Johor Bahru?
Prices for flights to both Johor Bahru 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 $16Johor Bahru $9.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johor Bahru
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johor Bahru.
- City Lights Cruise (Saturday) with 5 Course Seated Dinner: $200
- City Lights Cruise with Buffet Dinner + Free flow Wine & Beer: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Johor Bahru $7.97
Tours and Activities in Johor Bahru
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johor Bahru are as follows:
- Firefly Tour Johor Bahru@Kota Tinggi Firefly Park: $4.79
- Laser Battle Experience in Johor Bahru: $7.06
- Singapore: Wings of Time Entry Ticket: $13
- Singapore: Wings of Time Show Entry Ticket: $14
- Johor: LEGOLAND Malaysia Resort Entry Ticket: $21
- Singapore Sentosa Cable Car Sky Pass E-Tickets: $21
- Experience Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $21
- Legoland Malaysia Theme Park E-Tickets: $22
- Magical Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $22
- Sailing along Straits of Johor: Brooklyn Cruise at Puteri Harbour: $22
- 1 Day Legoland Malaysia Ticket: $23
- Malaysia: Legoland Entry Ticket: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $11Johor Bahru $5.19
When comparing the travel costs between Deqin and Johor Bahru, we can see that Deqin is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Deqin Expensive? and Is Johor Bahru 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.