A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Jingdezhen vs. Wellington for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Jingdezhen or Wellington?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jingdezhen and Wellington 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: Jingdezhen or Wellington?

Jingdezhen

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.

Wellington

Wellington is the capital and second largest city in New Zealand. It sits on the southwestern edge of the North Island between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It's a beautiful setting that is encircled by mountains giving it a beautiful backdrop. There are also many cultural sights and attractions around town. Wellington really is the perfect mix of New Zealand's natural beauty and a vibrant urban core. The film industry is also prevelant in the city. The city's production centers have helped create Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit trilogies, Avatar, Tin Tin, and District 9.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.


Which place is cheaper, Wellington or Jingdezhen?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Jingdezhen is $58, while the average daily cost in Wellington is $103. 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 Wellington in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Jingdezhen $30
    Wellington $60
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Jingdezhen $60
    Wellington $120
Compare Hotels in Jingdezhen and Wellington

Looking for a hotel in Jingdezhen or Wellington? 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.

Hotels in Jingdezhen


Hotels in Wellington


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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: Wellington Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Jingdezhen $12
    Wellington $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wellington

Also for Wellington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Departure Transfer: Wellington Central City Centre Hotels to Wellington Airport: $13
  • Arrival Transfer: Wellington Airport to Central Wellington City Centre Hotels: $13
  • Private Transfer from Wellington hotels to Wellington Cruise Port: $26
  • Private Transfer from Wellington Cruise Port to Wellington Hotels: $26
  • Wellington Airport (WLG) to Wellington - Arrival Private Transfer: $28
  • Wētā Workshop Experience with Guided Transfers: $61
  • Private Transfer with Wellington Dial a Driver: $72
  • Wellington Airport Transfer to Wellington Hotels and Vice versa: $75
  • Private Airport Transfer: $78

Is it cheaper to fly into Jingdezhen or Wellington?

Prices for flights to both Wellington 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.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Jingdezhen $20
    Wellington $29

Typical Food Prices in Wellington

For Wellington, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Dinner
    $8.91

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wellington

For Wellington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Walking Food Tour Of Wellington: $151
  • A Taste Of Wellington Food Tour (half Day): $185

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Jingdezhen $7.98
    Wellington $16

Tours and Activities in Wellington

For Wellington, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Return Cable Car Ticket: $6.53
  • Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa: Gallipoli Early Entry Ticket: $8.91
  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Guided Tour: $12
  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa: Mana Māori Tour: $12
  • Museum of NZ Te Papa Tongarewa Twilight Express Tour: $12
  • Museum of New Zealand Te Papa: Small Group Guided Tour: $14
  • Wellington Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
  • Skip the Line: Staglands Wildlife Reserve Entry Ticket: $16
  • Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Spaceship: $27
  • Private Group Puzzle-Solving Adventure Game: Temple: $27
  • Wētā Workshop Experience in Wellington: $33
  • Wētā Workshop Experience and Guided Tour: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Jingdezhen $38
    Wellington $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Wellington

Also in Wellington, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Wellington Craft Brewery Half Day Tour: $93
  • Wellington Craft Brewery Half-Day Guided Tour with Tastings: $95
  • 5 hour Martinborough shared Chefs Wine Tour with Gourmet lunch: $151
  • Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour: $169
  • Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch: $356


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jingdezhen and Wellington, we can see that Wellington is more expensive. And not only is Jingdezhen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jingdezhen is in Asia and Wellington 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 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 Wellington would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wellington 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 Wellington Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Jingdezhen or Wellington?

Wellington has a larger population, and is about 23% larger than the population of Jingdezhen. When comparing the sizes of Jingdezhen and Wellington, 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.


When is the best time to visit Jingdezhen or Wellington?

Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Wellington is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Jingdezhen has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Jingdezhen or Wellington in the Summer?

Both Wellington and Jingdezhen during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Wellington in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

Jingdezhen is much warmer than Wellington in the summer. The daily temperature in Jingdezhen averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Wellington fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in January.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Jingdezhen. Jingdezhen usually gets more rain in July than Wellingtonin January. Jingdezhen gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Jingdezhen 30°C (85°F) 
    Wellington 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Jingdezhen or Wellington in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Jingdezhen and Wellington. Also, most visitors come to Wellington for the hiking trails and the shopping scene during these months.

In the autumn, Jingdezhen is a little warmer than Wellington. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jingdezhen in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Wellington averages at about 15°C (58°F)in April.

In October, Jingdezhen usually receives around the same amount of rain as Wellingtonin April. Jingdezhen gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Jingdezhen 20°C (68°F) 
    Wellington 15°C (58°F)

Should I visit Jingdezhen or Wellington in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Jingdezhen as well as Wellington. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Wellington because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In January, Jingdezhen is generally much colder than Wellingtonin July. Daily temperatures in Jingdezhen average around 6°C (43°F), and Wellington fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).

It's quite rainy in Wellington. Jingdezhen usually gets less rain in January than Wellingtonin July. Jingdezhen gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Jingdezhen 6°C (43°F) 
    Wellington 10°C (49°F)

Should I visit Jingdezhen or Wellington in the Spring?

Both Wellington and Jingdezhen are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches are the main draw to Wellington this time of year.

Jingdezhen is a little warmer than Wellington in the spring. The daily temperature in Jingdezhen averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Wellington fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in October.

It's quite rainy in Jingdezhen. In April, Jingdezhen usually receives more rain than Wellingtonin October. Jingdezhen gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Jingdezhen 18°C (64°F) 
    Wellington 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Wellington and Jingdezhen

Jingdezhen Wellington
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Feb 8°C (46°F) 123 mm (4.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Mar 12°C (54°F) 174 mm (6.8 in) 17°C (62°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Apr 18°C (64°F) 238 mm (9.4 in) 15°C (58°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
May 23°C (73°F) 257 mm (10.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Jun 26°C (79°F) 270 mm (10.6 in) 10°C (51°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Jul 30°C (85°F) 192 mm (7.6 in) 10°C (49°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Aug 30°C (85°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 10°C (50°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Sep 26°C (78°F) 85 mm (3.3 in) 12°C (53°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 82 mm (3.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 93 mm (3.7 in)
Nov 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 15°C (58°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Dec 8°C (47°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 17°C (62°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)