Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Jingdezhen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jingdezhen and Guangzhou 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.
Jingdezhen, China is a city located in the Jianxi Province in the southwestern part of the country. It is famous for being the "Porcelain Capital" due to a history of producing pottery for over 1,700 years. This city itself ignites memories of a time when Chinese craftsmanship was at it's peak thanks to their weekly craft shows and art village.
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Luxury Tours to China, and The Best Budget Tours to China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Jingdezhen is $59, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $89. 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 Jingdezhen and Guangzhou in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Jingdezhen 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jingdezhen and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Jingdezhen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jingdezhen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jingdezhen 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Jingdezhen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jingdezhen Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jingdezhen. When comparing the sizes of Jingdezhen and Guangzhou, 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.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Jingdezhen and Guangzhou.
In July, Jingdezhen is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Jingdezhen average around 30°C (85°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Guangzhou receives a lot of rain in the summer. Jingdezhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Jingdezhen usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Jingdezhen gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Jingdezhen as well as Guangzhou.
Jingdezhen is cooler than Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Jingdezhen averages around 20°C (68°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
Jingdezhen usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Guangzhou. Jingdezhen gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Guangzhou and Jingdezhen are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In the winter, Jingdezhen is much colder than Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Jingdezhen in January average around 6°C (43°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In January, Jingdezhen usually receives more rain than Guangzhou. Jingdezhen gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Guangzhou and Jingdezhen during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Jingdezhen is generally cooler than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Jingdezhen average around 18°C (64°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Jingdezhen. Jingdezhen usually gets more rain in April than Guangzhou. Jingdezhen gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Jingdezhen | Guangzhou | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |