A Travel Price Comparison for China Longsheng vs. Zhangjiajie for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Longsheng or Zhangjiajie?

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 Longsheng and Zhangjiajie. 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: Longsheng or Zhangjiajie?

Longsheng

A county of the city, Guilin, Longsheng is a hub of several ethnic cultures that thrive on farming and tourism. It is located about 50 or so miles north of the Guilin city center. The region is perhaps most known for the Dragon's Backbone Rice Terraces located in Heping Township. These, along with many other natural features like hot springs, waterfalls, and meadows are a few of the main attractions that draw visitors to Longsheng.

Zhangjiajie

Zhangjiajie, China is a picturesque city located in the northwest of the Hunan Province. This ancient city, which dates all the way back to the Stone Age, is famous for being home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Zhangjiajie is also known for being a popular filming location and and overall great place to escape the bustling Chinese cities. Zhangjiajie has its own dialect, which is a branch of the Hunan and Southern dialects, so Mandarin does not always translate when trying to speak to locals here.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China, The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.


Which place is cheaper, Zhangjiajie or Longsheng?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Longsheng is $79, while the average daily cost in Zhangjiajie is $63. 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 Longsheng and Zhangjiajie in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Longsheng $20
    Zhangjiajie $30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Longsheng $40
    Zhangjiajie $60
Compare Hotels in Longsheng and Zhangjiajie

Looking for a hotel in Longsheng or Zhangjiajie? 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 Longsheng


Hotels in Zhangjiajie


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Longsheng $42
    Zhangjiajie $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie

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

  • Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin or Yangshuo: $256
  • Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Furong old town: $187
  • Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Aizhai bridge area: $187
  • Private Transfer: Zhangjiajie to/from Fenghuang : $149
  • Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
  • Fox Fairy Show VIP Ticket with Private Transfer: $63

Is it cheaper to fly into Longsheng or Zhangjiajie?

Prices for flights to both Zhangjiajie and Longsheng 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
    Longsheng $35
    Zhangjiajie $20

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Longsheng $8.44
    Zhangjiajie $23

Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.

  • Half-Day Self-Guided Fenghuang Night Tour from Zhangjiajie: $200
  • (Private Day Tour) Zhangjiajie National Park + Tianzi Mountain: $195
  • 1 Day Private Expedition Tour to Binlang Valley: $142
  • 1 Day Tianmen Mountain Tour: $139
  • 1 Days Zhangjiajie Natural Beauty Tour with Baofeng Lake: $132
  • 1-Day Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon(Glass Bridge) & Baofeng Lake Tour: $240
  • 1-Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Tour: $146
  • 1-Day Zhangjiajie Tour: Grand Canyon with Glass Bridge and Yellow Dragon Cave: $242
  • 1-day Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon Glass Bridge Tour: $132
  • 1-day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Tour with Tianmen Cave: $137
  • 2-Day “Best Of Zhangjiajie”-Avatar World & Tianmen Mountain Tour: $260
  • 2-Day Zhangjiajie Happy Foodie&Sightseeing Tour: $300

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Longsheng $7.94
    Zhangjiajie $16


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Longsheng and Zhangjiajie, we can see that Longsheng is more expensive. And not only is Zhangjiajie much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Zhangjiajie would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zhangjiajie 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 Longsheng would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Longsheng than you might in Zhangjiajie.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Longsheng Expensive? and Is Zhangjiajie Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Longsheng or Zhangjiajie?

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.

Should I visit Longsheng or Zhangjiajie in the Summer?

Both Zhangjiajie and Longsheng are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

Longsheng is around the same temperature as Zhangjiajie in the summer. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Zhangjiajie fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Zhangjiajie. It's quite rainy in Longsheng. In July, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Zhangjiajie. Longsheng gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Longsheng 30°C (86°F) 
    Zhangjiajie 29°C (85°F)

Should I visit Longsheng or Zhangjiajie in the Autumn?

Both Zhangjiajie and Longsheng during the autumn are popular places to visit.

In the autumn, Longsheng is a little warmer than Zhangjiajie. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Longsheng in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Zhangjiajie averages at about 19°C (65°F).

Longsheng usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Zhangjiajie. Longsheng gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 90 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Longsheng 23°C (73°F) 
    Zhangjiajie 19°C (65°F)

Should I visit Longsheng or Zhangjiajie in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Longsheng and Zhangjiajie.

In January, Longsheng is generally much warmer than Zhangjiajie. Daily temperatures in Longsheng average around 10°C (49°F), and Zhangjiajie fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).

In January, Longsheng usually receives more rain than Zhangjiajie. Longsheng gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Longsheng 10°C (49°F) 
    Zhangjiajie 5°C (42°F)

Should I visit Longsheng or Zhangjiajie in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Longsheng as well as Zhangjiajie.

Longsheng is a little warmer than Zhangjiajie in the spring. The daily temperature in Longsheng averages around 20°C (68°F) in April, and Zhangjiajie fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

It's quite rainy in Zhangjiajie. Longsheng receives a lot of rain in the spring. Longsheng usually gets more rain in April than Zhangjiajie. Longsheng gets 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain, while Zhangjiajie receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Longsheng 20°C (68°F) 
    Zhangjiajie 17°C (63°F)

Typical Weather for Zhangjiajie and Longsheng

Longsheng Zhangjiajie
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 5°C (42°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Feb 11°C (51°F) 87 mm (3.4 in) 6°C (44°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Mar 15°C (59°F) 129 mm (5.1 in) 11°C (52°F) 112 mm (4.4 in)
Apr 20°C (68°F) 263 mm (10.3 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 334 mm (13.2 in) 22°C (72°F) 179 mm (7 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 320 mm (12.6 in) 26°C (78°F) 199 mm (7.8 in)
Jul 30°C (86°F) 206 mm (8.1 in) 29°C (85°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Aug 30°C (86°F) 168 mm (6.6 in) 29°C (83°F) 149 mm (5.9 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 24°C (75°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 93 mm (3.7 in) 19°C (65°F) 90 mm (3.6 in)
Nov 17°C (63°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 70 mm (2.7 in)
Dec 12°C (53°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 7°C (45°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)