Which place is cheaper, Liaoning or Hunan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hunan or Liaoning?
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 Hunan and Liaoning. 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: Hunan or Liaoning?
Hunan
The Hunan Province, China is a large, mountainous, land locked province on the eastern side of the country. Hunan is most famous for being the Province where Mao Zedong was born in 1893 and for their incredibly beautiful Wulingyuan Scenic Area. There are many different dialects, though the most common is the Changsha dialect that stretches from the cities of Chnagsha to Xiangtan.
Liaoning
The Liaoning Province, China is a fairly large province in the northeast, bordering North Korea. The area is famous for their rich history, industrial hubs, and stunning natural beauty. Liaoning's proximity to North Korea and Mongolia, combined with its history of Russian and Japanese controllers has provided this province with a unique blend of cultures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHunan $62Liaoning $91
The average daily cost (per person) in Hunan is $62, while the average daily cost in Liaoning is $91. 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 Hunan and Liaoning in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHunan $28Liaoning $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHunan $56Liaoning $94
Compare Hotels in Hunan and Liaoning
Looking for a hotel in Hunan or Liaoning? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hunan $14Liaoning $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Hunan or Liaoning?
Prices for flights to both Liaoning and Hunan 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 dayHunan $21Liaoning $26
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hunan $21Liaoning $6.70
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHunan $15Liaoning $6.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hunan and Liaoning, we can see that Liaoning is more expensive. And not only is Hunan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hunan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hunan 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 Liaoning would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Liaoning than you might in Hunan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hunan Expensive? and Is Liaoning Expensive?.
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.