Which place is cheaper, Auckland or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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 Guilin and Auckland can help you decide which place is right for you.
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $84, while the average daily cost in Auckland is $170. 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 Guilin and Auckland in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Auckland and Guilin 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.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Auckland, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Guilin is in Asia and Auckland is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland than you might in Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guilin Expensive? and Is Auckland Expensive?.
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of Auckland. When comparing the sizes of Guilin and Auckland, 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.
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Auckland is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Guilin has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
The summer brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Auckland. Also, the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Auckland this time of year.
In the summer, Guilin is much warmer than Auckland. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guilin in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Auckland averages at about 20°C (68°F)in January.
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guilin usually gets more rain in July than Aucklandin January. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Auckland and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Auckland for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In October, Guilin is generally a little warmer than Aucklandin April. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 23°C (73°F), and Auckland fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
In October, Guilin usually receives around the same amount of rain as Aucklandin April. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Auckland and Guilin during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Auckland in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Guilin is cooler than Auckland in the winter. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Auckland fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
Auckland gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Guilin usually gets less rain in January than Aucklandin July. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Auckland. Furthermore, most visitors come to Auckland for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Guilin is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guilin in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Auckland averages at about 14°C (58°F)in October.
Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Aucklandin October. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Guilin | Auckland | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |