Which place is cheaper, Nanchang or Hue?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hue and Nanchang 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.
Hue is a major city in central Vietnam and was historically the imperial capital. The city was the base for the imperial Nguyen Dynasty, which ruled from 1802 to 1945. During the Vietnam War the city faced many challenges. It was conquered by the Viet Cong and held for 24 days. During this time about 3,000 people were slaughtered for their political views, education level, or religious affiliation.
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hue is $48, while the average daily cost in Nanchang 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 Hue and Nanchang in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hue:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hue:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Hue are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hue.
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Hue are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hue are as follows:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Hue:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hue and Nanchang, we can see that Nanchang is more expensive. And not only is Hue much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hue would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hue 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 Nanchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanchang than you might in Hue.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hue Expensive? and Is Nanchang Expensive?.
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Hue. When comparing the sizes of Hue and Nanchang, 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.
Nanchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hue experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Hue as well as Nanchang. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Hue is generally around the same temperature as Nanchang. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 29°C (85°F), and Nanchang fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nanchang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Hue this time of the year. In the summer, Hue often gets less sunshine than Nanchang. Hue gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 262 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nanchang. Hue usually gets less rain in July than Nanchang. Hue gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, March to August in Hue is the dry season. September to December in Hue is the rainy season.
Both Nanchang and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
Hue is a little warmer than Nanchang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Nanchang fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
Hue usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Nanchang during autumn. Hue gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 161 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Hue. In October, Hue usually receives more rain than Nanchang. Hue gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The rainy season in Hue is September to December.
Both Nanchang and Hue during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hue because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Hue is much warmer than Nanchang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hue in January average around 22°C (71°F), and Nanchang averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In the winter, Hue often gets more sunshine than Nanchang. Hue gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 103 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hue. Hue usually gets more rain in January than Nanchang. Hue gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year. March to August is the dry season in Hue.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Nanchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
In April, Hue is generally a little warmer than Nanchang. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 26°C (80°F), and Nanchang fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In Hue, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hue usually receives more sunshine than Nanchang during spring. Hue gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 116 hours of full sun in the spring.
Nanchang receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Hue usually receives less rain than Nanchang. Hue gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Hue | Nanchang | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) |
Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |