Which place is cheaper, Wuhu or Penang?
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 Penang or Wuhu?
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 Penang and Wuhu. 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: Penang or Wuhu?
Penang
Just off the northwestern coast of Malaysia is the charming and diverse island state of Penang. As the link between the ancient kingdoms of Asia and Europe's colonial empire, this area is enriched with Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences. This exciting culture is centered in George Town, the main city of the state.
Wuhu
The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.
The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Malaysia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Malaysia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPenang $144Wuhu $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Penang is $144, while the average daily cost in Wuhu is $116. 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 Penang and Wuhu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPenang $55Wuhu $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPenang $110Wuhu $60
Compare Hotels in Penang and Wuhu
Looking for a hotel in Penang or Wuhu? 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: Penang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Penang $14Wuhu $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Penang
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Penang:
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Local Bus$1.43
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Island Ferry$0.57
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Bus From Airport to George Town$0.64
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Taxi From Airport to George Town$11
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Motorbike Rental (One Day)$7.13
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)$2.38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Penang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Penang:
- Private Penang Arrival transfer to Hotel: $12
- Private Arrival Transfer : Penang International Airport: $13
- Private Transfer : Penang International Airport Departure: $13
- Private Departure Transfer : Penang International Airport: $19
- Private Arrival Transfer : Penang International Airport: $19
- Private Departure Transfer - Penang International Airport: $19
- Penang Island to Penang Airport(PEN) - Departure Private transfer: $19
- Private Transfer from Penang Island to Swettenham Cruise Terminal: $22
- Private Transfer - Swettenham Cruise Port to Penang Airport (PEN): $22
- Private Transfer - Penang Airport (PEN) to Swettenham Cruise Port: $22
- Private Transfer from Swettenham Cruise Terminal to Penang Island: $22
- Swettenham Pier to Penang Airport(PEN)-Departure Private Transfer: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Penang or Wuhu?
Prices for flights to both Wuhu and Penang 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 dayPenang $64Wuhu $68
Typical Food Prices in Penang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Penang:
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Snack$1.90
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Dinner at The Suffolk House (for 2)$81
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Lunch at Sakae Sushi (for 2)$69
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Lassy Juice$1.66
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Dinner for 2$3.57
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Street Stall Food$0.67
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$4.52
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Italian Lunch (for Two)$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Penang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Penang.
- Penang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Penang Food Tour - Georgetown: $62
- Local Street Food Tour in Georgetown Penang : $62
- Eat Like A Local: Penang Street Food Tour: $62
- 3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Dinner Hop in George Town Penang: $65
- 4-Hour Georgetown Food Tour: $88
- Authentic Local Food Tour with Scenic Walk: $89
- Malay Culinary Journey Cooking Class for the Adventurous Foodie: $92
- Authentic Indian Penang Cooking Class: $92
- Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak: $94
- Private Half Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Penang $55Wuhu $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Penang
Here are a few typical costs in Penang for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Butterfly Gardens$7.37
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)$7.13
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Fort Cornwallis Entrance$0.48
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Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Entrance$2.38
Tours and Activities in Penang
Here are a few actual costs in Penang for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Asia Camera Museum Admission Ticket: $6.10
- Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town: $6.35
- Tech Dome Entrance Ticket: $6.92
- Straits and Oriental Museum Ticket: $7.32
- Tropical Spice Garden Entrance Ticket & Guided Tours: $8.15
- Penang Hill Funicular Ticket: $8.35
- The Vanilla Village Farm Tour by Kairos: $9.39
- Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket: $15
- Explore Remarkable Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Malaysia: Discover Nature's Wonders with Entopia Entry Ticket: $17
- Penang Rainbow Skywalk at The Top Komtar Observation Deck Tickets: $22
- Entopia Butterfly and Nature Discovery Park Entry Ticket Penang : $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPenang $18Wuhu $8.21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Penang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Penang:
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Beer$1.90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Penang and Wuhu, we can see that Penang is more expensive. And not only is Wuhu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wuhu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuhu 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 Penang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Penang than you might in Wuhu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Penang Expensive? and Is Wuhu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Penang or Wuhu?
Wuhu has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Penang. When comparing the sizes of Penang and Wuhu, 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 Penang or Wuhu?
Wuhu has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Penang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Penang or Wuhu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Penang and Wuhu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Penang year-round.
Penang is around the same temperature as Wuhu in the summer. The daily temperature in Penang averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Wuhu fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
Wuhu receives a lot of rain in the summer. Penang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Penang usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Penang gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPenang 27°C (81°F)Wuhu 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Penang or Wuhu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Penang as well as Wuhu. Penang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Penang is much warmer than Wuhu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Penang in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Wuhu averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Penang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Penang usually gets more rain in October than Wuhu. Penang gets 340 mm (13.4 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPenang 27°C (81°F)Wuhu 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Penang or Wuhu in the Winter?
Both Wuhu and Penang are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Penang throughout the year.
Wuhu can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Penang is generally much warmer than Wuhu. Daily temperatures in Penang average around 28°C (82°F), and Wuhu fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In January, Penang usually receives more rain than Wuhu. Penang gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPenang 28°C (82°F)Wuhu 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Penang or Wuhu in the Spring?
Both Wuhu and Penang during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Penang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Penang is much warmer than Wuhu in the spring. The daily temperature in Penang averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Wuhu fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
Wuhu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Penang. Penang usually gets more rain in April than Wuhu. Penang gets 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Wuhu receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPenang 28°C (82°F)Wuhu 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Wuhu and Penang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 330 mm (13 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 340 mm (13.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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.