Which place is cheaper, Malang or Deqin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Deqin or Malang?
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 Malang. 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 Malang?
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.
Malang
Malang is a city in East Java, Indonesia. It's a cultured city with several important universities, and is home to a large student population. Prized by the Dutch for its mild highland climate, the city retains much of its colonial architecture. Established by the Dutch in the closing decades of the 18th century, Malang earned its first fortunes from coffee, which flourished on the surrounding hillsides. Today, the city's colonial grandeur is quickly disappearing behind the homogenous facades of more modern developments, but there's still much to admire. The Balai Kota building blends Indonesian and Dutch styles, and grand mansions line the main boulevard, Jalan Besar Ijen. To the east is Mt. Bromo, a volcano with hiking trails. The central area is not too large and quite walkable. And with a number of Hindu temples and sights outside the city, Malang makes an ideal base to explore this intriguing corner of east Java.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Budget Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDeqin $65Malang $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Deqin is $65, while the average daily cost in Malang is $69. 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 Malang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDeqin $36Malang $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDeqin $72Malang $94
Compare Hotels in Deqin and Malang
Looking for a hotel in Deqin or Malang? 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: Malang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Deqin $19Malang $1.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Malang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Malang:
- South Beaches Tour with Private Transfer: $119
- Mount Bromo: Sunrise Guided Tour with Optional Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Malang to Surabaya Airport (SUB): $172
Is it cheaper to fly into Deqin or Malang?
Prices for flights to both Malang 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 $16Malang $18
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Deqin $13Malang $9.24
Tours and Activities in Malang
Here are a few actual costs in Malang for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bromo Sunrise Adventure departure Malang: $4.98
- Bromo Sunrise Adventure Shared Trip from Malang: $4.98
- 2 Day Adventure Tumpak Sewu Waterfall & Bromo Sunrise Tour: $9.96
- European Style Neighborhoods Walking Tour: $15
- Malang kampong sightseeing running tour: $18
- Bromo Sunrise Adventure Private Trip from Malang: $22
- Around Bromo Farming Experience: $33
- Shared Bromo Tour Start From Malang - 1D: $39
- 1 Day Tumpak Sewu Waterfall Tour from Malang: $39
- Malang local life kampong walking tour - city highlights in between // 4 - 6 hrs: $42
- Tumpak Sewu Tour start from Malang - 1D: $42
- 1 Day Mount Bromo Sharing Tour Package from Malang: $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDeqin $11Malang -
When comparing the travel costs between Deqin and Malang, we can see that Malang 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 Malang 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.