Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Mandalay?
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 Mandalay or Sapporo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Mandalay or Sapporo, 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 Sapporo?
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.
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
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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Mandalay Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMandalay $19Sapporo $121
The average daily cost (per person) in Mandalay is $19, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $121. 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 Sapporo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMandalay $8.65Sapporo $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMandalay $17Sapporo $120
Compare Hotels in Mandalay and Sapporo
Looking for a hotel in Mandalay or Sapporo? 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: Sapporo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mandalay -Sapporo $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mandalay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mandalay:
- From Mandalay To Kalaw-NyaungShwe-Inle Lake Private Transfer: $230
- Around Mandalay in 2 Day and Next Day to Transfer Bagan: $200
- Mandalay To Bagan Transfer Tour: $180
- Private Transfer Of Mandalay To Bagan: $180
- Private Land Transfer : Mandalay to Bagan: $139
- Bagan Land Transfer form Mandalay: $103
- Mandalay Airport Private Transfer: $55
- Airport Transfer, Paleik Snake Pagoda, a little bit of Bagan and to AVA: $50
- Inle [Heho] Airport Private Transfer : $46
- Private Mandalay Airport Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Horseback-Riding in a Country Side in Sapporo - Private Transfer is Included: $205
- New Chitose Airport(CTS) Private Transfer | Licensed Driver: $185
- New Chitose Airport(CTS): Private Transfer to/from Niseko/Sapporo: $90
- Private Airport Transfer: Sapporo City→ New Chitose Airport (CTS): $150
- Private Transfer - Otaru Port to Sapporo New Chitose Airport(CTS): $162
- Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $110
- Private Transfer- Sapporo New Chitose Airport (CTS) to Otaru Port: $162
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $132
- Sapporo to Chitose Airport Private Transfer | Licensed Driver: $269
- New Chitose Airport (CTS) Private Transfer: $284
- Shared Departure Transfer : Sapporo City to Shin Chitose Airport: $103
- Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Mandalay or Sapporo?
Prices for flights to both Sapporo 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 $10Sapporo $49
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 Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Sapporo Market Tour & Hokkaido Cooking Class with Kanae: $82
- Izakaya & Street Food Tour (10+ Dishes, Drinks Included): $100
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $102
- Private Sushi Roll & Japanese Cooking Class with Chef Shiori: $108
- Hokkaido: Sapporo Ramen Yokocho (Ramen Alley) Food Tour: $131
- Sapporo Local Food Tour Dine Like a Local in the Evening Glow: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mandalay -Sapporo $16
Tours and Activities in Mandalay
Here are a few actual costs in Mandalay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kayah Villages Full Day Tour (Pan Pet & Hta Nee La): $260
- 1-night in Pyin Oo Lwin next day to Gokteik tour: $226
- A Little Adventure Village Explore: $17
- Amarapura,Mingun,Sagaing,Innwa Sightseeing Tour: $110
- Amarapura,Sagaing,Innwa Sightseeing Tour: $95
- Amarapura,Sagging,Innwa/Ava Sightseeing: $75
- Ancient Cities, Pagodas, and Sunset Tour from Mandalay: $194
- Day Trip Tour From Mandalay To Pyin Oo Lwin: $130
- Full Day Adventure: $153
- Full day Adventure Trip in Mandalay & Amarapura: $61
- Full day Adventure Trip to Amarapura, Sagaing & Ava: $89
- Half day to Mandalay city tour: $88
Tours and Activities in Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- JR Tower Observatory Admission Ticket: $4.33
- Historical Village of Hokkaido Entry Ticket: $6.76
- Sapporo TV Tower Admission Ticket: $6.76
- Dog Cuddling Experience in Hokkaido with Photo Session: $9.38
- Sapporo TV Tower Ticket: $12
- Sapporo Cape Kamui Fruit Picking Seafood bowl Otaru Tour: $25
- Sapporo Highlights: Golden Route Morning Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Sapporo Night Tour: $38
- Hokkaido Shrine Guided Tour & Local Sweets: $40
- Chopsticks Making Experience in Sapporo: $41
- Hokkaido Shrine Tour with Rituals, History & Sweets: $43
- Tour of the Historic Red Brick Government Office: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMandalay -Sapporo $7.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Sapporo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sapporo:
- Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery: $159
- 1-Day Tour The port city of Otaru & Local Brewery: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mandalay and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo 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 Sapporo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mandalay or Sapporo?
Sapporo has a larger population, and is about 56% larger than the population of Mandalay. When comparing the sizes of Mandalay and Sapporo, 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.