Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or Guangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Guangzhou or Nagasaki?
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 Nagasaki can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Nagasaki?
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.
Nagasaki
Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, The Best 2-Week Tours in China, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $104Nagasaki $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $104, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $114. 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 Nagasaki in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $58Nagasaki $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $116Nagasaki $98
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Nagasaki
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Nagasaki? 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: Nagasaki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Nagasaki $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- [Airport transfer] Guangzhou Airport - Guangzhou city transfer service with a good reputation! <Private charter: $27
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou HTL-APT (CAN): $62
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou APT-HTL (CAN): $62
- Shenzhen Day Tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Private Transfer: $255
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou hotel to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport: $33
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou hotel: $33
- Private Transfer in Guangzhou with Fluent English Speaking Driver: $90
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $176
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou South Railway Station to Baiyun Airport : $53
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $194
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou City Center to South Railway Station: $49
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Hotel: $90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki
Also for Nagasaki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Nagasaki City to Nagasaki International Airport Private Departure Transfer: $196
- Nagasaki International Airport to Nagasaki City Private Arrival Transfer: $196
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Port: $117
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Nagasaki?
Prices for flights to both Nagasaki 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 $34Nagasaki $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Morning Tea, Cantonese Opera, and Food Tour: $183
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
- Private Cooking Canton Cuisine Cooking Class in Guangzhou : $266
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking with a Local Okaasan at Kominka in Ojika Island Nagasaki: $41
- Sunset Beach Dinner: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Nagasaki $23
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Liuxihe National Forest Park Private Day Tour from Guangzhou: $266
- 1 Day Historical Guangzhou Layover Tour from Airport: $260
- 1-Day Guangzhou Airport Layover Visa-Free Private City Tour: $185
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King Tomb in Guangzhou: $91
- 4-Hour Baiyun Mountain Yuntai Garden Private Guangzhou City Tour: $180
- 4-Hour Flexible Private Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Options: $153
- 4-Hour Private Flexible Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Option: $100
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King & Academy of Clan Chen in Guangzhou: $91
- 5-Hour Private Guangzhou Yumcha Tasting with Local Food Market Experience : $118
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- 6-Day Guangzhou to Guilin Scenic Tour: $1,598
Tours and Activities in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Nagasaki GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $12
- Gunkanjima Digital Museum Attraction Ticket: $13
- Discover Stunning Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Private Ring Craft Experience in Nagasaki: $23
- Experience farming (rice cultivation) in terraced rice paddies: $38
- Private Fishing and Dining Experience in Ojika Japan: $45
- Traditional Kimono Experience in Nagasaki: $55
- Nagasaki Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $55
- Terraced Rice Paddy Restaurant and Rural Experience: $61
- Finding Local Cats and Hidden Alleys of Nagasaki Walking Tour: $62
- Mochitsuki Rice Cake Making Experience in Ojika Island: $78
- Nagasaki Gyoza&Soy Sauce Ramen Culinary Experience: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Nagasaki $11
When comparing the travel costs between Guangzhou and Nagasaki, we can see that Nagasaki 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 Nagasaki Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Nagasaki?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Nagasaki. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Nagasaki, 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 Nagasaki?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Guangzhou or Nagasaki in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Nagasaki. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Nagasaki because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Guangzhou is generally around the same temperature as Nagasaki. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 29°C (84°F), and Nagasaki fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Guangzhou this time of the year. In the summer, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Nagasaki. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 197 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagasaki. Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guangzhou usually gets less rain in July than Nagasaki. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 334 mm (13.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Nagasaki 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Nagasaki in the Autumn?
Both Nagasaki and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Nagasaki this time of year.
Guangzhou is a little warmer than Nagasaki in the autumn. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 25°C (76°F) in October, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
Guangzhou usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Nagasaki during autumn. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 189 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagasaki. In October, Guangzhou usually receives less rain than Nagasaki. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Nagasaki 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Nagasaki in the Winter?
Both Nagasaki and Guangzhou during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Nagasaki for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Guangzhou is much warmer than Nagasaki. Typically, the winter temperatures in Guangzhou in January average around 14°C (58°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 7°C (44°F).
In the winter, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Nagasaki. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 112 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou usually gets less rain in January than Nagasaki. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Nagasaki 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Nagasaki in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Nagasaki. Also, many visitors come to Nagasaki in the spring for the activities around the city.
In April, Guangzhou is generally a little warmer than Nagasaki. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 22°C (72°F), and Nagasaki fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Nagasaki during spring. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
Nagasaki receives a lot of rain in the spring. Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Guangzhou usually receives around the same amount of rain as Nagasaki. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Nagasaki 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nagasaki and Guangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 193 mm (7.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 334 mm (13.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
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