Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang 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.
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Vietnam, The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in Vietnam, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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 Pyeongchang is $114. 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 Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Hue experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Pyeongchang and Hue during the summer 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 summer, Hue is a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hue in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 24°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Hue. In the summer, Hue often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Hue gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun.
Pyeongchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hue usually gets less rain in July than Pyeongchang. Hue gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain this time of the year. March to August is the dry season in Hue. September to December is the rainy season in Hue.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hue and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hue year-round.
In October, Hue is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Hue average around 25°C (78°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Hue usually receives less sunshine than Pyeongchang during autumn. Hue gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hue gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Hue usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Hue gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, September to December is the rainy season in Hue.
The winter brings many poeple to Hue as well as Pyeongchang. Hue attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Pyeongchang. Hue is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the winter. The daily temperature in Hue averages around 22°C (71°F) in January, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
In the winter, Hue often gets less sunshine than Pyeongchang. Hue gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 190 hours of full sun.
Hue receives a lot of rain in the winter. Hue usually gets more rain in January than Pyeongchang. Hue gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, March to August in Hue is the dry season.
Both Pyeongchang and Hue are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hue throughout the year.
In the spring, Hue is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hue in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 12°C (54°F).
It's quite sunny in Pyeongchang. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hue. Hue usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pyeongchang during spring. Hue gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hue usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Hue gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Hue | Pyeongchang | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |