Which place is cheaper, Benxi or Guangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guangzhou or Benxi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Guangzhou and Benxi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Benxi?
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
Benxi
Benxi, China is a city in the south east of the Liaoning Province in northeast China. The city itself is a major industrial hub, but is best known for the Benxi Shuidong National Park where you'll find the famous five million year old water cave. Benxi experiences cold winters, with weather being less enjoyable for touring from November through March. May through August see much warmer weather, getting up to the high 80's Fahrenheit in late summer. September and October are also good times to visit as temperatures cool to 60-70 degrees.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in China, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, and The Best Adventure Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $89Benxi $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $89, while the average daily cost in Benxi is $95. 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 Guangzhou and Benxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $57Benxi $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $114Benxi $94
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Benxi
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Benxi? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Benxi $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Guangzhou Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Railway Station: $34
- Guangzhou Downtown Hotel - Baiyun Airport OneWay Private Transfer: $35
- Private Departure Transfer:Hotel to Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport(CAN): $35
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park and City Center: $38
- Private Transfer between Guangzhou Baiyun Mountain and City Area: $44
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Guangzhou City Area: $49
- Private Baiyun Airport Arrival Transfer to Guangzhou South Railway Station : $53
- Guangzhou airport to hotel private transfer : $57
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou HTL-APT (CAN): $62
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $68
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Round-Trip Private Transfer: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Benxi?
Prices for flights to both Benxi and Guangzhou 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 dayGuangzhou $19Benxi $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $100
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour Pearl River Cruise & Dim-Sum Dinner: $110
- Yum Cha Dim Sum Dinner and Pearl River Night Cruise Private Tour : $110
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Benxi $7.31
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Ticket (Redemption Required): $21
- Original Martial Arts Tour : $40
- Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou: $75
- Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour: $87
- Guangzhou Foodie Tour: $88
- Walking Tour of Xiguan Ancient Town: $89
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King Tomb in Guangzhou: $91
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King & Academy of Clan Chen in Guangzhou: $91
- Private Guangzhou History and Culture Tour with Dim-Sum Option: $98
- Best of Guangzhou City Sightseeing: $110
- Private Half Day Guangzhou Tour by Metro with A Local Guide: $112
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Benxi $7.70
When comparing the travel costs between Guangzhou and Benxi, we can see that Benxi 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 Guangzhou Expensive? and Is Benxi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Benxi?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Benxi. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Benxi, 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 Guangzhou or Benxi?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Guangzhou or Benxi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Benxi.
In the summer, Guangzhou is a little warmer than Benxi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guangzhou in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Benxi averages at about 25°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Benxi this time of the year. In Guangzhou, it's very sunny this time of the year. Guangzhou usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Benxi during summer. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.
Benxi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Guangzhou usually receives around the same amount of rain as Benxi. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Benxi 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Benxi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Benxi.
In October, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Benxi. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 25°C (76°F), and Benxi fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Benxi. In the autumn, Guangzhou often gets less sunshine than Benxi. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 216 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou usually gets more rain in October than Benxi. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Benxi 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Benxi in the Winter?
Both Benxi and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Benxi can be very cold. Guangzhou is much warmer than Benxi in the winter. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 14°C (58°F) in January, and Benxi fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Benxi during winter. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Benxi. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Benxi -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Benxi in the Spring?
Both Benxi and Guangzhou during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Guangzhou is much warmer than Benxi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guangzhou in April average around 22°C (72°F), and Benxi averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In Benxi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Guangzhou often gets less sunshine than Benxi. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 241 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. Guangzhou usually gets more rain in April than Benxi. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Benxi 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Benxi and Guangzhou
| Guangzhou | Benxi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
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