Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or Mandalay?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mandalay or Nagasaki?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mandalay or Nagasaki, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Mandalay or Nagasaki?
Mandalay
Located in Myanmar (formerly known as Burma) on the banks of the Irawaddy River, Mandalay is the nation's second largest city behind Yangon. It is centered on the restored Royal Palace and has a large population of Buddhist monks who frequent the city's many temples and monasteries.
Nagasaki
Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMandalay $15Nagasaki $90
The average daily cost (per person) in Mandalay is $15, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $90. 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 Mandalay and Nagasaki in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMandalay $8.65Nagasaki $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMandalay $17Nagasaki $94
Compare Hotels in Mandalay and Nagasaki
Looking for a hotel in Mandalay or Nagasaki? 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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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Nagasaki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mandalay -Nagasaki $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mandalay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mandalay:
- Private Transfer Of Mandalay To Bagan: $150
- Private Mandalay Airport Transfer: $27
- Private Land Transfer : Mandalay to Bagan: $139
- Mandalay To Bagan Transfer Tour: $150
- Inle [Heho] Airport Private Transfer : $46
- Inle Lake Land transfer from Mandalay: $213
- From Private Transfer to Bagan: $150
- Around Mandalay in 2 Day and Next Day to Transfer Bagan: $200
- Airport Transfer, Paleik Snake Pagoda, a little bit of Bagan and to AVA: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki
Also for Nagasaki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Fukuoka Airport (FUK):Private Transfer to/from Nagasaki City: $474
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki - Arrival Private Transfer: $87
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $192
- Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $175
- Nagasaki Airport to/from Nagasaki City Private Transfer: $205
- Nagasaki Airport to/from Sasebo City Private Transfer: $221
- Nagasaki Airport(NGS) to Nagasaki city - Arrival Private Transfer: $96
- Nagasaki City to Nagasaki International Airport Private Departure Transfer: $151
- Nagasaki International Airport to Nagasaki City Private Arrival Transfer: $151
- Nagasaki to Nagasaki Airport (NGS) - Departure Private Transfer: $96
- Private Transfer - Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Cruise Port: $51
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Port: $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Mandalay or Nagasaki?
Prices for flights to both Nagasaki and Mandalay 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 dayMandalay $5.95Nagasaki $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mandalay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mandalay.
- Myanmar traditional cooking class with local: $26
- Bamboo Bike Food Tour: $42
- Bicycle Food Tour in Mandalay: $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunset Beach Dinner: $50
- Nagasaki Night Out Food Tour: $158
- Private Walking Street Food Tour Of Nagasaki: $161
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mandalay -Nagasaki $23
Tours and Activities in Mandalay
Here are a few actual costs in Mandalay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-night in Pyin Oo Lwin next day to Gokteik tour: $226
- Kayah Villages Full Day Tour (Pan Pet & Hta Nee La): $260
- 2 Days Private Tour in Mandalay: $176
- A Little Adventure Village Explore: $17
- Adventure Road Trip from Mandalay to Monywa – Bagan : $174
- Amarapura,Mingun,Sagaing,Innwa Sightseeing Tour: $85
- Ancient Capitals of Myanmar Tour: $106
- Around Mandalay Tour in 2 Days : $100
- Day Tour Of Mingun/Sagaing/Amarapura: $75
- Full Day Adventure: $153
- Half day to Mandalay city tour: $65
- Half-Day Private Tour to Mingun: $48
Tours and Activities in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Gunkanjima Digital Museum Attraction Ticket: $12
- Nagasaki Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Stunning Nagasaki Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Nagasaki Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $55
- Nagasaki Like a Local: Customized Guided Tour: $55
- Nagasaki Shianbashi Tour: $76
- Taste Local Life: Nagasaki's Historical Street Walking Tour: $78
- Nagasaki Downtown Private Tour: $80
- Nagasaki Half-Day Sightseeing Tour with 1-day Tram Ticket: $84
- Japan Nagasaki Huis Ten Bosch Admission Ticket: $88
- Nagasaki Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $90
- Hasami Ware Study Tour with Special Guide ~ '400 years history' and 'Modern daily use pottery' ~ : $94
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMandalay -Nagasaki $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mandalay and Nagasaki, we can see that Nagasaki is more expensive. And not only is Mandalay much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mandalay would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mandalay 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 Nagasaki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagasaki than you might in Mandalay.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mandalay Expensive? and Is Nagasaki Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mandalay or Nagasaki?
Mandalay has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Nagasaki. When comparing the sizes of Mandalay and Nagasaki, 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.