Which place is cheaper, Wellington or Guilin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guilin or Wellington?
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 Wellington can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Guilin or Wellington?
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.
Wellington
Wellington is the capital and second largest city in New Zealand. It sits on the southwestern edge of the North Island between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It's a beautiful setting that is encircled by mountains giving it a beautiful backdrop. There are also many cultural sights and attractions around town. Wellington really is the perfect mix of New Zealand's natural beauty and a vibrant urban core. The film industry is also prevelant in the city. The city's production centers have helped create Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit trilogies, Avatar, Tin Tin, and District 9.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, The Best Historical Tours in China, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand, and The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuilin $69Wellington $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Guilin is $69, while the average daily cost in Wellington is $110. 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 Wellington in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuilin $35Wellington $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuilin $70Wellington $128
Compare Hotels in Guilin and Wellington
Looking for a hotel in Guilin or Wellington? 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: Wellington Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guilin $5.92Wellington $12
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:
- [Airport Transfer] Haikou Airport ⇔ Haikou City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter> *: $23
- Transfer from Guilin Hotels to Yangshuo Town: $37
- Private Transfer: Guilin to/from Zhangjiajie/Fenghuang: $256
- Private Transfer: Guilin Airport to Yangshuo Hotel: $115
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin: $391
- Private Transfer from Haikou (HAK) airport to/from Sanya hotel: $120
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhaoxing and stops at Chengyang Dong Village: $197
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Zhangjiajie: $391
- Private Transfer from Guilin to Fenghuang and stops at Longji rice terraces area: $267
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Xingping hotel: $64
- Private Transfer from Guilin hotel to Longsheng hotel: $80
- Private Guilin Airport Transfer to Yangshuo: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wellington
Also for Wellington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Wellington Cruise Port to Wellington Hotels: $27
- Private Transfer from Wellington hotels to Wellington Cruise Port: $27
- Private Transfer with Wellington Dial a Driver: $75
- Wellington Airport (WLG) to Wellington - Arrival Private Transfer: $29
- Wellington Airport Transfer to Wellington Hotels and Vice versa: $78
- Wellington Transfer: Airport（WLG）to/from City Center: $90
- Wētā Workshop Experience with Guided Transfers: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Guilin or Wellington?
Prices for flights to both Wellington 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 $23Wellington $31
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
Typical Food Prices in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$9.51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hour Walking Food Tour: $132
- Capital Bites, A food tour of Wellington: $140
- Walking Food Tour Of Wellington: $155
- A Taste Of Wellington Food Tour (half Day): $191
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guilin $28Wellington $17
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:
- Full-Day Guilin Li-River Cruise with 4 star boat and Reed Flute Cave Tour: $262
- 1 Day Guilin to Yangshuo with top scenery & culture private tour : $120
- 1 Day Li River Cruise from Guilin to Yangshuo with Private Guide & Driver: $219
- 1 Day Private Tour: Li River Cruise from Guilin & Yangshuo Biking: $169
- 1 Day Yangshuo private Day Tour with the Scooter: $105
- 1 day Guilin Li River Cruise and Yangshuo Countryside with Scooter Private Tour: $204
- 1 day Li River cruise & Yangshuo countryside private day tour : $120
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- 1-Day Guilin Tour to Reed Flute Cave, Xianggong Hill, Bamboo Boat and Night Show: $89
- 1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Dazhai village Tour with the English Speaking Driver: $79
- 1-Day Longji Terrace Fields-Pingan village Tour with the English Speaking Driver: $79
Tours and Activities in Wellington
For Wellington, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Return Cable Car Ticket: $7.39
- Wellington Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Skip the Line: Staglands Wildlife Reserve Entry Ticket: $16
- Return Ferry Ticket to Days Bay: $20
- Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Spaceship: $28
- Hidden Māori Treasures Tour: $34
- Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour: $34
- Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington: $34
- Zealandia by Day Tour: $39
- Small Group Daytime 2-Hour Eco Wildlife Tour at Zealandia: $40
- E-Scooter or E-Bike Māori Cultural Guided Tour: $46
- Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuilin $5.88Wellington $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Wellington
Also in Wellington, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wellington Craft Brewery Half-Day Guided Tour with Tastings: $99
- 1/2 day Martinborough Chefs Wine Tour with lunch from Wellington: $155
- Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour: $174
- From Martinborough Wine Tasting Tour: $179
- 6hr Martinborough Chefs private wine tour ŵ lunch from Wellington: $249
- Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch: $370
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guilin and Wellington, we can see that Wellington 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 Wellington 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 Wellington would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wellington 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 Wellington Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guilin or Wellington?
Guilin has a larger population, and is about 70% larger than the population of Wellington. When comparing the sizes of Guilin and Wellington, 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 Wellington?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Wellington 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 Wellington in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Guilin as well as Wellington. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Wellington because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Guilin is much warmer than Wellington. Typically, the summer temperatures in Guilin in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Wellington averages at about 18°C (64°F)in January.
Guilin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Guilin usually gets more rain in July than Wellingtonin January. Guilin gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGuilin 30°C (86°F)Wellington 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Wellington in the Autumn?
Both Wellington and Guilin are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the hiking trails and the shopping scene are the main draw to Wellington this time of year.
In October, Guilin is generally much warmer than Wellingtonin April. Daily temperatures in Guilin average around 23°C (73°F), and Wellington fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
In October, Guilin usually receives more rain than Wellingtonin April. Guilin gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGuilin 23°C (73°F)Wellington 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Wellington in the Winter?
Both Wellington and Guilin during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Wellington for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Guilin is around the same temperature as Wellington in the winter. The daily temperature in Guilin averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Wellington fluctuates around 10°C (49°F)in July.
Wellington gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Guilin usually gets less rain in January than Wellingtonin July. Guilin gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGuilin 10°C (49°F)Wellington 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Guilin or Wellington in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Guilin and Wellington. Also, many visitors come to Wellington in the spring for the beaches.
In the spring, Guilin is much warmer than Wellington. Typically, the spring temperatures in Guilin in April average around 20°C (68°F), and Wellington averages at about 13°C (55°F)in October.
Guilin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Guilin usually receives more rain than Wellingtonin October. Guilin gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGuilin 20°C (68°F)Wellington 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Wellington 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) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
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