Which place is cheaper, Shenyang or Phuket?
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 Phuket or Shenyang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Phuket or Shenyang, 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: Phuket or Shenyang?
Phuket
Phuket Island is the holiday gem of southern Thailand. Known for its beaches and resorts, the island brings in a massive amount of travelers from all over the world, year round. Although the beaches are beautiful, Phuket has also become more westernized and tourist-oriented in recent decades, leaving many travelers to venture elsewhere to find that amazing beach with a more authentic Thai vibe. However, Phuket Island is quite large, and hidden gems can still be found.
Shenyang
Shenyang, China is the capital, and largest, city in the Liaoning Province in northwest China which borders North Korea. Shenyang has a long, imperial, history and is the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty. The city has a blend of beautifully preserved architecture and modern buildings, creating a pleasant atmosphere for exploring!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best 2-Week Tours in Thailand, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPhuket $139Shenyang $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Phuket is $139, while the average daily cost in Shenyang is $85. 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 Phuket and Shenyang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPhuket $64Shenyang $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPhuket $128Shenyang $82
Compare Hotels in Phuket and Shenyang
Looking for a hotel in Phuket or Shenyang? 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: Phuket Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Phuket $12Shenyang $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Phuket
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Phuket:
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Longtail Taxi (for Two)$9.42
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Taxi from Airport to Phuket Town$7.85
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Phuket
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Phuket:
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to NATAI BEACH: $48
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Phuket HTL-APT (HKT): $28
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Phuket APT-HTL (HKT): $28
- Transfer from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak Hotel : $79
- To/From One-Way Express Phi Phi Ferry Transfer: $14
- TAXI PHUKET AIRPORT Transfer to PHUKET TOWN (SHA Plus): $35
- TAXI PHUKET AIRPORT Transfer to LAGUNA Beach Area (SHA Plus): $29
- TAXI AIRPORT TRANSFER to RASSADA PIER: $30
- Speedboat transfer to island service.: $38
- Speedboat Racha and Coral Island Transfer and meals from Phuket: $61
- Skyline Adventure 35 platforms with Meal and Transfer RoundTrip: $98
- Simon Cabaret Show Phuket – Entry Ticket with Hotel Transfers: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Phuket or Shenyang?
Prices for flights to both Shenyang and Phuket 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 dayPhuket $43Shenyang $32
Typical Food Prices in Phuket
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Phuket:
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$9.08
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$5.34
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$13
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Thai Noodles$2.83
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Bananas$0.79
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Pizza (for Two)$9.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Phuket
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Phuket.
- Phuket Coral Island and Sunset Dinner by Luxury Catamaran: $43
- Phuket Express Thai Cooking Course with Authentic Recipes : $44
- Junkyard Theatre Dinner & Show - Show Only Ticket: $47
- Siam Niramit Show with Optional Dinner: $47
- Siam Niramit Show with Optional Dinner Buffet: $47
- Siam Niramit Ticket with Round Transfer and Dinner: $51
- Phuket 10+ Tastings Food Tour & Charming Old Town: $52
- Express Thai Cooking Class in Phuket: $52
- Vegetarian Organic Thai Cooking Class and Market Tour in Phuket: $54
- Coral Island & Sunset Dinner by Sailing Catamaran: $54
- Siam Niramit Phuket Ticket with Optional Dinner & Transfer: $56
- Coral Island Catamaran Cruise with Sunset Dinner: $56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Phuket $49Shenyang $7.81
Typical Entertainment Prices in Phuket
Here are a few typical costs in Phuket for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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One Day Boat Tour$28
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Scuba Diving (Two Dives)$79
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Thai Oil Massage$20
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Surfboard Rental$9.42
Tours and Activities in Phuket
Here are a few actual costs in Phuket for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Khai Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speed Boat: $43
- Activities In & Around Full Day Customizable Tour: $90
- Best of Phi Phi Island Adventure Day Tour with Lunch from Phuket: $50
- Experience Patong Boxing Stadium Tickets: $68
- Experience Patong Boxing Stadium Tickets: $68
- James Bond Island Adventure Full Day Speedboat/Big Boat Phuket : $63
- Patong Trolley Tours: $55
- Phi Phi Islands Premium Speedboat Adventure Day Tour from Phuket: $67
- Phuket Night Food Walking tour : $106
- Phuket Scenic Horseback Riding Adventure : $70
- Phuket Scuba Diving Tour with Transportation: $172
- Aeolos Catamaran Tour to Coral & Racha Islands + Lunch: $80
Tours and Activities in Shenyang
For Shenyang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shenyang to Dandong: China North-eastern Border Day Tour: $350
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPhuket $7.32Shenyang $5.91
Typical Alcohol Prices in Phuket
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Phuket from other travelers:
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Cocktails (for Two)$6.28
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Beer$2.67
Sample the Local Flavors in Phuket
Also in Phuket, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bar Crawl Tour: $29
- Chalong Bay Rum Distillery Experience: $41
- Chalong Bay Rum Distillery Experience and Lunch: $55
- Phuket Real City Tour with Rum Cocktail Distillery: $89
- Phuket Sightseeing Tour with Rum Distillery : $113
- Big Buddha & The Distillery Phuket: $138
- Phuket Rum Distillery Cocktail Workshop And Wat Chalong Temple : $172
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Phuket and Shenyang, we can see that Phuket is more expensive. And not only is Shenyang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Shenyang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Shenyang 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 Phuket would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Phuket than you might in Shenyang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Phuket Expensive? and Is Shenyang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Phuket or Shenyang?
Shenyang has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Phuket. When comparing the sizes of Phuket and Shenyang, 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 Phuket or Shenyang?
Shenyang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Phuket experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Phuket or Shenyang in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Phuket as well as Shenyang. Phuket attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Phuket is around the same temperature as Shenyang in the summer. The daily temperature in Phuket averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Shenyang fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shenyang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Phuket this time of the year. In the summer, Phuket often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Shenyang. Phuket gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenyang receives 214 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Shenyang. Phuket receives a lot of rain in the summer. Phuket usually gets more rain in July than Shenyang. Phuket gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPhuket 28°C (82°F)Shenyang 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Phuket or Shenyang in the Autumn?
Both Shenyang and Phuket are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Phuket throughout the year.
In the autumn, Phuket is much warmer than Shenyang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Phuket in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenyang averages at about 10°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Shenyang. Phuket usually receives less sunshine than Shenyang during autumn. Phuket gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Shenyang receives 216 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Phuket. In October, Phuket usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Phuket gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Phuket is December to March. The rainy season in Phuket is June to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPhuket 27°C (81°F)Shenyang 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Phuket or Shenyang in the Winter?
Both Shenyang and Phuket during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Phuket because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Shenyang in the winter. In January, Phuket is generally much warmer than Shenyang. Daily temperatures in Phuket average around 28°C (82°F), and Shenyang fluctuates around -11°C (13°F).
It's quite sunny in Phuket. In the winter, Phuket often gets more sunshine than Shenyang. Phuket gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenyang receives 167 hours of full sun.
Phuket usually gets more rain in January than Shenyang. Phuket gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Phuket.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPhuket 28°C (82°F)Shenyang -11°C (13°F)
Should I visit Phuket or Shenyang in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Phuket and Shenyang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Phuket year-round.
Phuket is much warmer than Shenyang in the spring. The daily temperature in Phuket averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Shenyang fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Shenyang this time of the year. In Phuket, it's very sunny this time of the year. Phuket usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Shenyang during spring. Phuket gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Shenyang receives 241 hours of full sun in the spring.
Phuket gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Phuket usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Phuket gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring. Also, June to October is the rainy season in Phuket.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPhuket 29°C (84°F)Shenyang 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Shenyang and Phuket
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -11°C (13°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 10 mm (0.4 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.