Which place is cheaper, Dunedin or Nanchang?
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 Nanchang or Dunedin?
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 Dunedin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Nanchang or Dunedin?
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.
Dunedin
Dunedin is the second largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the southeast coast and is largely Scottish in its heritage. It is part of the Otago region and has mild temperatures during the spring and summer, but extremely cold temperatures during the end of fall and winter. Dunedin is a university town; The University of Otago is the oldest in New Zealand, established in 1869. The students make up over a tenth of the entire city's population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Eco Tours in New Zealand.
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Nanchang Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNanchang $83Dunedin $122
The average daily cost (per person) in Nanchang is $83, while the average daily cost in Dunedin is $122. 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 Dunedin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNanchang $20Dunedin $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNanchang $40Dunedin $102
Compare Hotels in Nanchang and Dunedin
Looking for a hotel in Nanchang or Dunedin? 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: Dunedin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nanchang $11Dunedin $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Nanchang or Dunedin?
Prices for flights to both Dunedin 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 $56Dunedin $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nanchang $4.63Dunedin $17
Tours and Activities in Dunedin
Here are a few actual costs in Dunedin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shared Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour up to 10: $134
- Shore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour: $48
- Albatross, seals, and sea birds-Wildlife Cruise: $101
- Captivating Side of Dunedin Walking Tour for Couples: $554
- Castle, Coast & City Tour - 8 pax max - Castle Entrance Included: $142
- Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula: $134
- Cruise Dunedin City and Castle Tour: $115
- Dunedin 4 Hrs halfday Private Tour : $233
- Dunedin City & Otago Peninsula Scenery Day Tour: $130
- Dunedin City Highlights & Larnach Castle Tour: $143
- Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & Albatross Guided Tour: $177
- Dunedin City Highlights, Otago Peninsula Scenery & a Guided Penguin Reserve Tour: $177
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNanchang $6.41Dunedin $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Dunedin
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dunedin:
- Speight's Brewery Tour & Guided Tasting: $27
- Speight's Brewery Guided Tour with Tasting: $27
- City Sights Tour, Distillery & Lunch all inclusive: $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nanchang and Dunedin, we can see that Dunedin 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 Dunedin 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 Dunedin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dunedin 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 Dunedin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nanchang or Dunedin?
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Dunedin. When comparing the sizes of Nanchang and Dunedin, 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.