Which place is cheaper, Brisbane or Nanchang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nanchang or Brisbane?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Nanchang and Brisbane can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Nanchang or Brisbane?
Nanchang
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
Brisbane
Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Luxury Tours to Australia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNanchang $58Brisbane $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Nanchang is $58, while the average daily cost in Brisbane is $131. 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 Nanchang and Brisbane in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNanchang $20Brisbane $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNanchang $40Brisbane $162
Compare Hotels in Nanchang and Brisbane
Looking for a hotel in Nanchang or Brisbane? 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: Brisbane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nanchang $11Brisbane $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:
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Airtrain to the City$9.73
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Go Card$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane
Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Brisbane/BNE Airport -Gold Coast / OOL Airport(1-11Pax): $297
- NOOSA: Private Transfer to/fro Brisbane Airport (BNE): $252
- Private Transfer to Gold Coast /OOL Airport from Brisbane /BNE Airport (1-7 Pax): $228
- Brisbane Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $206
- Brisbane Airport (BNE): Private Transfer to Brisbane Port: $206
- Brisbane Airport (BNE): Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $185
- Airport Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Car: $145
- Sirromet Winery 3 Course Lunch, Tour, Tastings and Transfers: $132
- Tangalooma Snorkel the Wrecks Day Cruise Transfers: $127
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to Brisbane Airport BNE or Brisbane City: $123
- Tangalooma Desert Safari Day Cruise Transfers: $121
- Tangalooma Marine Discovery Day Cruise Transfers: $121
Is it cheaper to fly into Nanchang or Brisbane?
Prices for flights to both Brisbane and Nanchang 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 dayNanchang $32Brisbane $31
Typical Food Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:
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Hamburger Lunch$5.19
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Cup of Coffee$1.95
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Chinese Food Lunch$8.11
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Ice cream$3.57
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Japanese Meal$13
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Smoothie$4.22
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Japanese Soup$7.46
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Coffee & Muffin$4.54
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Morning Mint Tea$2.27
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Veggie Burger & Chips$9.08
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Bread$1.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vertigo Dinner: Dining on the edge!: $163
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nanchang $4.56Brisbane $24
Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Concert Tickets$13
Tours and Activities in Brisbane
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.
- 1hr Animal Tour: $43
- 2hr Animal Tour: $73
- 3-Hour Walking Tour in Brisbane: $56
- 45-Minute Behind-the-Tanks Tour on North Stradbroke Island: $32
- 90min Brisbane River Cruise/Tour: $35
- Adventure Moreton Island Day Pass: $85
- All-Inclusive Dolphin & Tangalooma Wrecks Day Cruise Brisbane: $131
- Barefoot Luxury Mount Tamborine Winery Tour from Brisbane: $178
- Bellthorpe Rainforest Private Tour: $132
- Brisbane : Must See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $87
- Brisbane City Botanic Gardens Audio Tour FREE Ticket: $15
- Brisbane City Highlights Sightseeing Tour: $116
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNanchang $6.31Brisbane $50
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:
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Evening at the Bar$9.73
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Sixpack of Beer$9.08
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Guiness Beer$5.51
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Sixpack of Beer$8.43
Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:
- XXXX Beer Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $24
- XXXX Brewery Tour: $24
- Artisinal Wine Tasting and Local 2-Course Meal: $49
- City Winery Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $50
- Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain: $102
- Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $124
- From Mount Tamborine Wine Tour with Gourmet Lunch: $131
- Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch: $131
- Mount Tamborine Wine Tasting Tour from Brisbane or the Gold Coast: $132
- Deluxe Wine Tour to Tamborine Mountain, includes two course lunch: $142
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nanchang and Brisbane, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. And not only is Nanchang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nanchang is in Asia and Brisbane 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 Nanchang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nanchang 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 Brisbane would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brisbane than you might in Nanchang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nanchang Expensive? and Is Brisbane Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nanchang or Brisbane?
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 95% larger than the population of Brisbane. When comparing the sizes of Nanchang and Brisbane, 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 Nanchang or Brisbane?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Brisbane is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Nanchang has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Nanchang or Brisbane in the Summer?
Both Brisbane and Nanchang are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Brisbane this time of year.
In the summer, Nanchang is a little warmer than Brisbane. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nanchang in July average around 30°C (86°F), and Brisbane averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Brisbane. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nanchang. Nanchang usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Brisbane during summer. Nanchang gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Brisbane receives 256 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. It's quite rainy in Nanchang. In July, Nanchang usually receives less rain than Brisbanein January. Nanchang gets 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryNanchang 30°C (86°F)Brisbane 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Nanchang or Brisbane in the Autumn?
Both Brisbane and Nanchang during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Brisbane for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In October, Nanchang is generally around the same temperature as Brisbanein April. Daily temperatures in Nanchang average around 20°C (68°F), and Brisbane fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
In Brisbane, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Nanchang often gets less sunshine than Brisbanein April. Nanchang gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brisbane receives 214 hours of full sun.
Brisbane gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nanchang usually gets less rain in October than Brisbanein April. Nanchang gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilNanchang 20°C (68°F)Brisbane 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Nanchang or Brisbane in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nanchang and Brisbane. Also, many visitors come to Brisbane in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Nanchang is much colder than Brisbane in the winter. The daily temperature in Nanchang averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Brisbane fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in July.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brisbane this time of the year. Nanchang usually receives less sunshine than Brisbane during winter. Nanchang gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Brisbane receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Nanchang usually receives less rain than Brisbanein July. Nanchang gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyNanchang 6°C (43°F)Brisbane 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Nanchang or Brisbane in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nanchang as well as Brisbane. Also, most visitors come to Brisbane for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Nanchang is cooler than Brisbane. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nanchang in April average around 18°C (64°F), and Brisbane averages at about 21°C (69°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. In the spring, Nanchang often gets less sunshine than Brisbanein October. Nanchang gets 116 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brisbane receives 259 hours of full sun.
Nanchang receives a lot of rain in the spring. Nanchang usually gets more rain in April than Brisbanein October. Nanchang gets 229 mm (9 in) of rain, while Brisbane receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberNanchang 18°C (64°F)Brisbane 21°C (69°F)
Typical Weather for Brisbane and Nanchang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 229 mm (9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
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