Which place is cheaper, Wuyuan or Haifa?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Haifa or Wuyuan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Haifa and Wuyuan. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Haifa or Wuyuan?
Haifa
Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best 2-Week Tours in Israel, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHaifa $124Wuyuan $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Haifa is $124, while the average daily cost in Wuyuan is $58. 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 Haifa and Wuyuan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHaifa $75Wuyuan $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHaifa $150Wuyuan $52
Compare Hotels in Haifa and Wuyuan
Looking for a hotel in Haifa or Wuyuan? 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: Haifa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Haifa $4.97Wuyuan $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Haifa
Also for Haifa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers all over the Holyland: Haifa, TLV, Airport, JLM, Jordan: $195
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV): $178
- Private Transfer from Haifa Cruise Port to Tel Aviv City: $178
Is it cheaper to fly into Haifa or Wuyuan?
Prices for flights to both Wuyuan and Haifa 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 dayHaifa $45Wuyuan $20
Typical Food Prices in Haifa
For Haifa, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$27
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Haifa $5.74Wuyuan $19
Tours and Activities in Haifa
For Haifa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Romantic Walking Tour In Haifa for Couples: $299
- Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Tour / From Jerusalem: $150
- Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Tour / From Tel-Aviv: $150
- Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Rosh Hanikra Private Day Tour: $726
- Christianity Day Tour: Haifa Port to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee : $295
- From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Guided Tour: $1,300
- From Tel Aviv: Northern Israel Coast Private Tour: $999
- Full Day Tour to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee: $290
- Haifa Port Shore Excursion: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Day Tour from Haifa Port: $120
- Haifa Port: Full-Day Christianity Cruise to Galilee: $400
- Haifa Private Tour: $166
- Haifa, Acre & Rosh Anikra Grottos Haifa Port FullDay Shared Tour: $231
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHaifa $13Wuyuan $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Haifa and Wuyuan, we can see that Haifa is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Haifa is in Middle East and Wuyuan is in Asia, 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 Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Haifa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Haifa than you might in Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Haifa Expensive? and Is Wuyuan Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Haifa or Wuyuan?
Wuyuan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Haifa experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Haifa or Wuyuan in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Haifa and Wuyuan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Haifa year-round.
In the summer, Haifa is around the same temperature as Wuyuan. Typically, the summer temperatures in Haifa in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 30°C (85°F).
Wuyuan receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Haifa usually receives less rain than Wuyuan. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHaifa 27°C (81°F)Wuyuan 30°C (85°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Wuyuan in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Haifa as well as Wuyuan. Haifa attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Haifa is generally a little warmer than Wuyuan. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 24°C (75°F), and Wuyuan fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Wuyuan. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHaifa 24°C (75°F)Wuyuan 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Wuyuan in the Winter?
Both Wuyuan and Haifa are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Haifa throughout the year.
Haifa is much warmer than Wuyuan in the winter. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Wuyuan fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
It's quite rainy in Haifa. In January, Haifa usually receives more rain than Wuyuan. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHaifa 14°C (57°F)Wuyuan 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Haifa or Wuyuan in the Spring?
Both Wuyuan and Haifa during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Haifa because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Haifa is around the same temperature as Wuyuan. Typically, the spring temperatures in Haifa in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Wuyuan averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Wuyuan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Wuyuan. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Wuyuan receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHaifa 19°C (66°F)Wuyuan 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Wuyuan and Haifa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 24°C (75°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.