Which place is cheaper, Singapore or Jinghong?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jinghong or Singapore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Jinghong and Singapore 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: Jinghong or Singapore?
Jinghong
Located in the southernmost part of the Yunnan Province, Jinghong is a city that attracts visitors each year with its rich culture and folklore, Buddhist temples, and tropical rainforest scenery of palms and mango trees amongst others. It is also an area popular with backpackers as well as a waypoint for travelers passing between China and Laos.
Singapore
Singapore is a city-state that was originally founded in 1819 as a British trading colony. Today it is a very international country that is incredibly modern and cosmopolitan. There is a strong financial industry in this country, and a correspondingly strong work ethic. It is one of the most prosperous cities in the world, and has one of the world's busiest ports.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best Budget Tours to Singapore, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Singapore.
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Jinghong Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJinghong $83Singapore $179
The average daily cost (per person) in Jinghong is $83, while the average daily cost in Singapore is $179. 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 Jinghong and Singapore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJinghong $20Singapore $101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJinghong $40Singapore $202
Compare Hotels in Jinghong and Singapore
Looking for a hotel in Jinghong or Singapore? 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.Jinghong $25Singapore $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Singapore
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Singapore:
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Taxi to Airport$25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Singapore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Singapore:
- 13 Seater Minibus Airport / City Transfer in Singapore: $76
- 7 Seater Airport / City Transfer Singapore: $68
- Airport Transfer: $85
- Airport Transfer: SIN Airport to Singapore by Luxury Van: $120
- Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Business Car: $102
- Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Luxury Car: $157
- Airport Transfer: Singapore to SIN Airport by Luxury Van: $120
- Airport to Hotel Transfer in Singapore: $80
- Changi Airport (SIN) Private Transfer to Singapore/Johor Bahru: $24
- City Experience + Roundtrip Transfers: $31
- Harbourfront Cruise Center, Singapore to Kuala Lumpur Hotel (Door to Door) Transfer: $215
- Lion City Night Out + Roundtrip Transfers: $81
Is it cheaper to fly into Jinghong or Singapore?
Prices for flights to both Singapore and Jinghong 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 dayJinghong $48Singapore $50
Typical Food Prices in Singapore
Some typical examples of dining costs in Singapore are as follows:
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Breakfast$4.75
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Sugarcane Juice$1.56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Singapore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Singapore.
- Chinatown Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $49
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $54
- Secrets of Singapore Kick Scooter Tour with Dinner: $55
- Singapore Food Tours - Chinatown Complex Hawker: $58
- Authentic Singapore Street Food Tour: $60
- Plant-Based Food Tour with Local Guide: $61
- Small Group: Michelin and Local Hawker Food Tour: $68
- Hawker Center Street Food Tour with Guide: $69
- Guided Street Food Tour at Night: $70
- Local Hawker Food Tour with Tastings: $70
- Hawker Culture Food Tour and Sightseeing: $75
- Eat and Snap in Chinatown Walking Food Tour: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jinghong $9.31Singapore $34
Tours and Activities in Jinghong
Here are a few actual costs in Jinghong for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Best of Dai Villages | 20km E-Bike Tour: $41
Tours and Activities in Singapore
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Singapore are as follows:
- Follow the Money: A self-guided audio tour of Singapore's Financial District: $5.00
- Artoholic A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Peranakan Museum Admission Ticket: $6.54
- The Civic District with Singapore Boy Hossan Leong: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Science Center E-Ticket: $7.47
- Gardens by the Bay Bundle Entry Ticket: $7.78
- Indian Heritage Centre Entrance Ticket: $7.78
- Outdoor Audio Tour at Gardens by the Bay: $8.27
- BikingSG Best of Take in the sights on a relaxed audio cycling tour: $8.31
- Singapore Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.40
- National Orchid Garden Entry Tickets: $8.40
- Indian Heritage Centre Admission Ticket: $8.51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJinghong $5.41Singapore $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Singapore
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Singapore:
- Party Singapore Bespoke Pub Crawl: $30
- Singapore Pub Crawl: $36
- Singapore Pub Crawl - Party like a Local: $39
- Brass Lion Gin Distillery Tour Ticket: $41
- LeVeL33 Rooftop Brewery Tour & Craft Beer Tasting: $77
- LeVeL33 Craft-Brewery Restaurant & Lounge Package: $193
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jinghong and Singapore, we can see that Singapore is more expensive. And not only is Jinghong much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jinghong would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jinghong 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 Singapore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Singapore than you might in Jinghong.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jinghong Expensive? and Is Singapore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jinghong or Singapore?
Singapore has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Jinghong. When comparing the sizes of Jinghong and Singapore, 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.
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.