Which place is cheaper, Whitsundays or Hiroshima?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hiroshima or Whitsundays?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hiroshima and Whitsundays can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Hiroshima or Whitsundays?
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
Whitsundays
Just off the coast of Queensland, Australia is a cluster of 74 different islands. These islands, the Whitsunday Islands, welcome over a half a million visitors every year to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Barrier Reef.
As one of the most famous destinations in the world, it's not uncommon to see expensive yachts sailing around among the private ferries. Most of the islands are designated as national parks with access to snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs, or just to lay in the sand on the famous Whitehaven Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHiroshima $100Whitsundays $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Hiroshima is $100, while the average daily cost in Whitsundays is $132. 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 Hiroshima and Whitsundays in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHiroshima $64Whitsundays $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHiroshima $128Whitsundays $138
Compare Hotels in Hiroshima and Whitsundays
Looking for a hotel in Hiroshima or Whitsundays? 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: Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hiroshima $9.71Whitsundays $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hiroshima port Shore excursion Private transfer: $472
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $228
- Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $215
- Private Departure Transfer Hiroshima City to Hiroshima International Airport: $215
- Hiroshima Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $171
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $59
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Whitsundays
Also for Whitsundays, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Whitsunday Islands: Whitehaven Beach Camping Transfer: $124
Is it cheaper to fly into Hiroshima or Whitsundays?
Prices for flights to both Whitsundays and Hiroshima 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 dayHiroshima $29Whitsundays $30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hiroshima No1 food!! 'Okonomiyaki'-cooking class: $40
- Local Favorites Private Night Food Tour: $66
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $73
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $79
- Hiroshima Bar Hopping Food Tour: $81
- Enjoy a Private Japanese Cooking Class with a Local Hiroshima Family: $90
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $94
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $153
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Whitsundays
For Whitsundays, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hamilton Island: Whitsundays Sunset BBQ Dinner Cruise: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hiroshima $5.39Whitsundays $25
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- Kimono and Calligraphy Experience in Miyajima: $65
- 4 Hour Hiroshima Miyajima Private Tour: $102
- An Amazing set of Cultural experience: Kimono, Tea Ceremony and Calligraphy: $97
- Field Archery Experience in Hiroshima, Japan: $37
- From Hiroshima and Miyajima Island 1-Day Bus Tour: $107
- From Private Tour to Kure: $126
- Full Day Bus Tour in Hiroshima and Miyajima: $110
- Full-Day Private Guided Tour in Hiroshima : $270
- Guided Virtual Tour of Peace Park in Hiroshima/PEACE PARK TOUR VR: $32
- Half Day Private Guided Walking Tour in Hiroshima City: $200
- Half Trekking Tour with Panoramic View of Miyajima Included Lunch: $119
- Hiroshima & Miyajima Island Private Guided Tour: $155
Tours and Activities in Whitsundays
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Whitsundays.
- Airlie Beach: Private Guided 2-Night Yacht Sailing Cruise: $4,941
- Daydream Island: Great Barrier Reef Adventure Cruise: $195
- From Daydream Is.: Whitsundays & Whitehaven Half-Day Cruise: $91
- Whitsundays Camira Sailing Adventure from Daydream Island: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHiroshima $12Whitsundays $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hiroshima and Whitsundays, we can see that Whitsundays is more expensive. And not only is Hiroshima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hiroshima is in Asia and Whitsundays 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 Hiroshima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hiroshima 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 Whitsundays would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Whitsundays than you might in Hiroshima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hiroshima Expensive? and Is Whitsundays Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Hiroshima or Whitsundays?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Whitsundays is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Hiroshima has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Hiroshima or Whitsundays in the Summer?
Both Whitsundays and Hiroshima are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Hiroshima for the family-friendly experiences.
Hiroshima is around the same temperature as Whitsundays in the summer. The daily temperature in Hiroshima averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Whitsundays. Hiroshima usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during summer. Hiroshima gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Whitsundays. It's quite rainy in Hiroshima. In July, Hiroshima usually receives less rain than Whitsundaysin January. Hiroshima gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 331 mm (13 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHiroshima 26°C (79°F)Whitsundays 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Hiroshima or Whitsundays in the Autumn?
Both Whitsundays and Hiroshima during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Hiroshima in the autumn for the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Hiroshima is cooler than Whitsundays. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hiroshima in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Whitsundays averages at about 23°C (73°F)in April.
In Whitsundays, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Hiroshima often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Whitsundaysin April. Hiroshima gets 193 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 207 hours of full sun.
Whitsundays gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hiroshima. Hiroshima usually gets less rain in October than Whitsundaysin April. Hiroshima gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHiroshima 17°C (63°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Hiroshima or Whitsundays in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hiroshima and Whitsundays. Most visitors come to Hiroshima for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Hiroshima can be very cold during winter. In January, Hiroshima is generally much colder than Whitsundaysin July. Daily temperatures in Hiroshima average around 4°C (40°F), and Whitsundays fluctuates around 16°C (62°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Whitsundays this time of the year. Hiroshima usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during winter. Hiroshima gets 153 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hiroshima usually receives more rain than Whitsundaysin July. Hiroshima gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHiroshima 4°C (40°F)Whitsundays 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Hiroshima or Whitsundays in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hiroshima as well as Whitsundays.
Hiroshima is much colder than Whitsundays in the spring. The daily temperature in Hiroshima averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 23°C (73°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Whitsundays. In the spring, Hiroshima often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin October. Hiroshima gets 193 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 298 hours of full sun.
Hiroshima receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hiroshima usually gets more rain in April than Whitsundaysin October. Hiroshima gets 168 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHiroshima 14°C (56°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Whitsundays and Hiroshima
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 377 mm (14.8 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (53°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
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