Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Guangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guangzhou or Yokohama?
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 Yokohama can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guangzhou or Yokohama?
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.
Yokohama
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan, and The Best Contiki Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuangzhou $91Yokohama $134
The average daily cost (per person) in Guangzhou is $91, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $134. 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 Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuangzhou $59Yokohama $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuangzhou $118Yokohama $150
Compare Hotels in Guangzhou and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Guangzhou or Yokohama? 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: Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guangzhou $14Yokohama $22
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 Airport Transfer by 6 seat mpv: $74
- Guangzhou Airport: Private Transfer to/from Guangzhou: $70
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , To Guangzhou Transfer,Pickup: $71
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Shenzhen Transfer: $100
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $120
- Guangzhou City to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Guangzhou Private Transfer from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to central Guangzhou: $89
- Guangzhou to Guangzhou Airport (CAN) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou with Private Transfer: $69
- Pearl River Night Cruise with Private Transfers in Guangzhou: $129
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Haneda Airport to/from Yokohama Private transfer: $133
- Haneda Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $149
- Morning Discount,Shuttle Van Transfer, Yokohama⇒Narita/Haneda/TDR: $104
- Narita Airport: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama: $266
- Private Departure Transfer : Yokohama City to Haneda Airport: $189
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $80
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo city hotels: $100
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Port to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND): $68
- Shared Departure Transfer : Yokohama City Hotel to Haneda Airport: $86
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda, Narita and Tokyo⇒Yokohama City: $225
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Yokohama(Port)⇒Tokyo, Narita, Haneda, TDR: $119
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $247
Is it cheaper to fly into Guangzhou or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama 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 $20Yokohama $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou Evening Food Tour Through Local Neighborhood: $65
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $100
- Private Evening Food Tour with Pearl River Cruise: $111
- Private Guangzhou Evening Food Tour with Pearl River Night Cruise: $112
- World 8th Tallest Building (one of Best View point & dinner): $120
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- 3-Hour Guangzhou Private Cooking Class with Local Market Visit : $165
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Private City Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $222
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $62
- Sushi Roll and Side Dish Cooking Experience in Tokyo: $85
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Shinjuku Izakaya Food Tour: $123
- Half-day Cooking Class in Yokohama Local Shopping District: $144
- Adventurous Japanese Food Tour: $147
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $175
- Night Food Tour Starting Ginza: $183
- Yokohama Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $199
- Unleash your Soul in Roppongi Food Tour with your Master Guide : $220
- Roppongi: All You Can Eat - Best Food Tour in Tokyo: $235
- Tokyo Allstar Food Tour: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guangzhou $18Yokohama $32
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Reputable Private Guangzhou Tour Guide Service by Xaq: $5.00
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Ticket (Redemption Required): $21
- Roundtrip Cruise Night View from Canton Tower: $30
- Original Martial Arts Tour : $40
- Private Tour for Canton Culture and Food with Airport Pick Up : $60
- Discovery more Guangzhou evening foodie tour with locals : $65
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise Tour: $77
- Guided Cycle Tour of Guangzhou: $78
- Small Group Guangzhou Layover Tour: $87
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Marine Tower Observation Floor Ticket: $8.44
- Yokohama Air Cabin One-Way Ticket: $12
- Experience of Edo in Tokyo Ginza Guided Walking Tour: $14
- Roppongi Hills Observation admission ticket: $15
- Experience Making Personalized Japanese Seal Stamp: $17
- Tokyo Walking Tour with Licensed Guide Shinjuku: $21
- Full Day Japan Nightclub Experience: $23
- Family tour with Manhole covers & Vehicles: $25
- Takoyaki making experience ~Japan's popular street food~: $25
- Easy Ramen making experience in Kabukicho, Shinjuku: $28
- Experience Comparing Sake and Delicacies in shinjyuku: $35
- Casual Japanese SAKE tasting and snack experience in Kabukicho: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuangzhou $15Yokohama $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $28
- Tokyo Hidden Izakaya and Sake Small-Group Pub Tour with Local Guide: $174
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guangzhou and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama 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 Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guangzhou or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Guangzhou. When comparing the sizes of Guangzhou and Yokohama, 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 Yokohama?
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 Yokohama in the Summer?
Both Yokohama and Guangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Yokohama for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Guangzhou is a little warmer than Yokohama in the summer. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Yokohama fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. Guangzhou usually receives more sunshine than Yokohama during summer. Guangzhou gets 220 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yokohama. It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. In July, Guangzhou usually receives more rain than Yokohama. Guangzhou gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGuangzhou 29°C (84°F)Yokohama 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Yokohama in the Autumn?
Both Yokohama and Guangzhou during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Yokohama in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Guangzhou is a little warmer than Yokohama. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Guangzhou in October average around 25°C (76°F), and Yokohama averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In the autumn, Guangzhou often gets more sunshine than Yokohama. Guangzhou gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 129 hours of full sun.
Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Guangzhou usually gets less rain in October than Yokohama. Guangzhou gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGuangzhou 25°C (76°F)Yokohama 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Yokohama in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Guangzhou and Yokohama. Also, most visitors come to Yokohama for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Guangzhou is generally much warmer than Yokohama. Daily temperatures in Guangzhou average around 14°C (58°F), and Yokohama fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Guangzhou usually receives less sunshine than Yokohama during winter. Guangzhou gets 133 hours of sunny skies, while Yokohama receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Guangzhou usually receives less rain than Yokohama. Guangzhou gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGuangzhou 14°C (58°F)Yokohama 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Guangzhou or Yokohama in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Guangzhou as well as Yokohama. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Yokohama because of the activities around the city.
Guangzhou is much warmer than Yokohama in the spring. The daily temperature in Guangzhou averages around 22°C (72°F) in April, and Yokohama fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Guangzhou often gets less sunshine than Yokohama. Guangzhou gets 78 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yokohama receives 161 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Yokohama. Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the spring. Guangzhou usually gets more rain in April than Yokohama. Guangzhou gets 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain, while Yokohama receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGuangzhou 22°C (72°F)Yokohama 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Yokohama and Guangzhou
| Guangzhou | Yokohama | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Feb | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
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