A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Pyeongchang vs. Shenyang for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Pyeongchang or Shenyang?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pyeongchang 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: Pyeongchang or Shenyang?

Pyeongchang

Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.

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 from Seoul, The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pyeongchang and Shenyang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive? and Is Shenyang Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Pyeongchang or Shenyang?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Pyeongchang or Shenyang in the Summer?

Both Shenyang and Pyeongchang are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

In the summer, Pyeongchang is around the same temperature as Shenyang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pyeongchang in July average around 24°C (76°F), and Shenyang averages at about 25°C (77°F).

It's quite sunny in Shenyang. Pyeongchang usually receives less sunshine than Shenyang during summer. Pyeongchang gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Shenyang receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenyang. It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. In July, Pyeongchang usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Pyeongchang gets 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Pyeongchang or Shenyang in the Autumn?

Both Shenyang and Pyeongchang during the autumn are popular places to visit.

In October, Pyeongchang is generally a little warmer than Shenyang. Daily temperatures in Pyeongchang average around 15°C (60°F), and Shenyang fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).

In Shenyang, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Pyeongchang often gets less sunshine than Shenyang. Pyeongchang gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenyang receives 216 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. Pyeongchang usually gets more rain in October than Shenyang. Pyeongchang gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Pyeongchang or Shenyang in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pyeongchang and Shenyang.

It's quite cold in Shenyang in the winter. The weather in Pyeongchang can be very cold. Pyeongchang is much warmer than Shenyang in the winter. The daily temperature in Pyeongchang averages around 0°C (33°F) in January, and Shenyang fluctuates around -11°C (13°F).

Pyeongchang usually receives more sunshine than Shenyang during winter. Pyeongchang gets 190 hours of sunny skies, while Shenyang receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Pyeongchang usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Pyeongchang gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Pyeongchang or Shenyang in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Pyeongchang as well as Shenyang.

In the spring, Pyeongchang is a little warmer than Shenyang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pyeongchang in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Shenyang averages at about 10°C (50°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shenyang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pyeongchang this time of the year. In the spring, Pyeongchang often gets less sunshine than Shenyang. Pyeongchang gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenyang receives 241 hours of full sun.

Pyeongchang usually gets more rain in April than Shenyang. Pyeongchang gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Shenyang and Pyeongchang