Which place is cheaper, Sapporo 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 Sapporo?
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 Sapporo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Sapporo?
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.
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
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 $104Sapporo $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $104, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $132. 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 Sapporo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $58Sapporo $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $116Sapporo $130
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Sapporo
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Sapporo? 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: Sapporo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Sapporo $16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Shenzhen Day Tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Private Transfer: $255
- Guangzhou Layover Visa-Free Private Tour with Airport Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $194
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $176
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $170
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $135
- Pearl River Night Cruise with Private Transfers in Guangzhou: $129
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 5 pax: $120
- Private Arrival Transfer in English-speaking: Airport to Hotel: $99
- Guangzhou Night Pearl River Cruise VIP Seating with Private Transfer: $96
- Private Transfer in Guangzhou with Fluent English Speaking Driver: $90
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Hotel: $90
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
- Private Departure Transfer : Sapporo City to New Chitose Airport: $237
- Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo Airport(CTS): $274
- Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $113
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $132
- New Chitose Airport (CTS) Private Transfer: $284
- Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Sapporo?
Prices for flights to both Sapporo 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 $34Sapporo $54
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 Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Host Kanae: $72
- Japanese Cooking Class in the Heart of Sapporo with Sakura: $72
- Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with Kanae, a Sapporo Local: $82
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $97
- Hands-on Japanese Home Cooking Class in Sapporo with Noriko: $108
- Sapporo Night Food Tour: 3 Hidden Restaurants with a Foodie Guide: $218
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Sapporo $17
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 Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- JR Tower Observatory Admission Ticket: $4.33
- Sapporo TV Tower Admission Ticket: $6.76
- Historical Village of Hokkaido Entry Ticket: $6.76
- JR Tower Observation Deck T38 Ticket in Hokkaido: $9.00
- Sapporo Highlights: Golden Route Morning Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Sapporo Highlights: Golden Route Morning Walking Tour: $31
- Hokkaido Shrine Tour with Rituals, History & Sweets: $43
- Tour of the Historic Red Brick Government Office: $50
- Sapporo Afternoon Walking Tour 2h 30mins: $55
- Beer Museum Tour with Tasting of Local Brews: $57
- Sapporo Walking Tour: $61
- Authentic Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & History Tour: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $14Sapporo $8.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Sapporo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sapporo:
- Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery: $174
- 1-Day Tour The port city of Otaru & Local Brewery: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guangzhou and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo is more expensive. And not only is Guangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guangzhou 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo than you might in Guangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guangzhou Expensive? and Is Sapporo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Sapporo?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 67% larger than the population of Sapporo. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Sapporo, 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 Sapporo?
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 Sapporo in the Summer?
Both Sapporo and Guangzhou during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Sapporo in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Guangzhou is generally a little warmer than Sapporo. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 29°C (84°F), and Sapporo fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
It's quite sunny in Guangzhou. In the summer, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Sapporo. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sapporo receives 179 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. Guangzhou usually gets more rain in July than Sapporo. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Sapporo 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Sapporo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Sapporo. Furthermore, most visitors come to Sapporo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Guangzhou is much warmer than Sapporo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 25°C (76°F) in October, and Sapporo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Guangzhou usually receives more sunshine than Sapporo during autumn. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Sapporo receives 156 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Sapporo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Guangzhou usually receives less rain than Sapporo. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Sapporo 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Sapporo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Sapporo. Additionally, the winter months attract visitors to Sapporo because of the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Sapporo can be very cold. In the winter, Guangzhou is much warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Guangzhou in January average around 14°C (58°F), and Sapporo averages at about -5°C (24°F).
In the winter, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Sapporo. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sapporo receives 99 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sapporo. Guangzhou usually gets less rain in January than Sapporo. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Sapporo -5°C (24°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Sapporo in the Spring?
Both Sapporo and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Sapporo this time of year.
In April, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Sapporo. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 22°C (72°F), and Sapporo fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Sapporo during spring. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies, while Sapporo receives 183 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. In April, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Sapporo. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Sapporo 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Sapporo and Guangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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