Which place is cheaper, Christchurch or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guilin or Christchurch?
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 Guilin and Christchurch can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Christchurch?
Guilin
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.
Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, right beside the Canterbury Plains. Most people begin their South Island travels here. The city itself can be fascinating to explore so it is worth allowing yourself several days in town as an introduction to the region.
The River Avon flows through the city center, twisting through the old buildings. Christchurch is referred to in New Zealand as the Garden City and it is easy to see why. It's quite a nice city with trees spread throughout. The economy is centered around international tourism as well as foreign education. There is a high Asian student population here, giving the city a diverse feel.
Christchurch's climate is temperate and the city receives moderate rainfall. In January average high temperatures are around 73 degrees Fahrenheit with averages around 52 degrees Fahrenheit in July. There is a sea breeze during the summer months that keep temperatures pleasant. Temperatures can drop below freezing at night during the winter months. Snow may also fall several times a year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to China, The Best Luxury Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Budget Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $69Christchurch $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $69, while the average daily cost in Christchurch is $102. 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 Christchurch in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $35Christchurch $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $70Christchurch $104
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Christchurch
Looking for a hotel in Guilin or Christchurch? 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: Christchurch Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guilin $5.92Christchurch $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Dongguan Transfer: $71
- Guilin Airport to Yangshuo: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $190
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- Guilin Transfer Services: Airport,train station & hotel: $59
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $59
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Haikou Airport Transfer: $56
- Live Show of Impression Liu San Jie including the Transfer Services: $102
- Private Airport Transfer: Guilin Liangjiang Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $45
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotel to Guilin Train Stations: $17
- Private Departure Transfer: Downtown Guilin Hotel to Airport (KWL): $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Christchurch
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Christchurch:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Airport CHC to Christchurch in Business Car: $67
- Christchurch Airport (CHC): Transfer to Christchurch hotels: $135
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Car: $110
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Van: $93
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Car: $110
- Christchurch Airport to City Transfer : $54
- Christchurch Airport: 1-Way Private Transfer to Christchurch: $60
- Christchurch to Christchurch Airport(CHC)- Departure Transfer: $33
- Executive Sedan Airport Transfer(Pickup Airport to Hotel/Residence) Christchurch: $76
- Private Transfer from Christchurch Airport CHC to Lyttelton Port: $30
- Private Transfer from Lyttelton Cruise Port to Christchurch City: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Christchurch?
Prices for flights to both Christchurch 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.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayGuilin $23Christchurch $33
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.42
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Christchurch $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guilin Four lakes night cruise with the English speaking driver from Guilin hotel: $47
- Guilin City Center Walking Group Tour at Night for Three Hours: $50
- Kayaking Adventure with Local Guide: $52
- One Day Private Longji Rice Terraces with Minority village tour: $52
- Half-Day Self-Guided Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Tour: $52
- Guilin Classic Li River Day Tour with Xianggong Hill : $55
- Private Full-Day City Tour with Fubo Hill: $61
- Full-Day Guilin Essence and Lifestyle Walking Tour: $69
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- Yangshuo Old Town and 3 star Li River Cruise from Guilin: $72
- Half/Full day Yangshuo Cuiping hill Sunset Private Tour: $73
Tours and Activities in Christchurch
Here are a few actual costs in Christchurch for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram: $22
- Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket: $27
- International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket: $41
- Christchurch International Antarctic Centre Entry Tickets: $44
- Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo: $49
- Gondola Ticket and Punt Ride on the Avon River: $50
- Discover Christchurch Sightseeing Tour with optional International Antarctic Center Admission: $57
- Cruise Ship Day Christchurch Hop On Hop Off Tour: $63
- Tram, Punt and Gondola Ride Combo Ticket: $72
- Christchurch Sightseeing Pass: $73
- Waipara Wine Trail Afternoon Tour from Christchurch: $86
- Christchurch City Top Spots Half Day Tour(Small Group Tour): $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.88Christchurch $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Christchurch
Also in Christchurch, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $107
- All-Inclusive Waipara Region Wine Tour from Christchurch: $111
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Waipara Wine Tour With Lunch: $115
- From Guided Local Wine Tours in Waipara: $127
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour : $140
- Akaroa Craft Distillery HeliGin Experience: $567
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Christchurch, we can see that Christchurch 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 Christchurch 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 Christchurch would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Christchurch 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 Christchurch Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guilin or Christchurch?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 78% larger than the population of Christchurch. When comparing the sizes of Guilin and Christchurch, 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 Guilin or Christchurch?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Christchurch 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].
Should I visit Guilin or Christchurch in the Summer?
Both Christchurch and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Christchurch because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Guilin is much warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guilin in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Christchurch averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
It's quite rainy in Guilin. In July, Guilin usually receives more rain than Christchurchin January. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGuilin 30°C (86°F)Christchurch 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Christchurch in the Autumn?
Both Christchurch and Guilin during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Christchurch this time of year.
In October, Guilin is generally much warmer than Christchurchin April. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 23°C (73°F), and Christchurch fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Guilin usually gets more rain in October than Christchurchin April. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGuilin 23°C (73°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Christchurch in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Christchurch. Also, many travelers come to Christchurch for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Guilin is much warmer than Christchurch in the winter. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Christchurch fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in July.
In January, Guilin usually receives less rain than Christchurchin July. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGuilin 10°C (49°F)Christchurch 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Christchurch in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Christchurch. Also, many visitors come to Christchurch in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Guilin is much warmer than Christchurch. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guilin in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Christchurch averages at about 12°C (54°F)in October.
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the spring. Guilin usually gets more rain in April than Christchurchin October. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Christchurch receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGuilin 20°C (68°F)Christchurch 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Christchurch and Guilin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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