Which place is cheaper, Whitsundays or Sapporo?
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 Sapporo or Whitsundays?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sapporo and Whitsundays can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Sapporo or Whitsundays?
Sapporo
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
Whitsundays
Just off the coast of Queensland, Australia is a cluster of 74 different islands. These islands, the Whitsunday Islands, welcome over a half a million visitors every year to see one of the Seven Wonders of the World - the Great Barrier Reef.
As one of the most famous destinations in the world, it's not uncommon to see expensive yachts sailing around among the private ferries. Most of the islands are designated as national parks with access to snorkeling and diving in the coral reefs, or just to lay in the sand on the famous Whitehaven Beach.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Melbourne, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySapporo $132Whitsundays $155
The average daily cost (per person) in Sapporo is $132, while the average daily cost in Whitsundays is $155. 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 Sapporo and Whitsundays in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSapporo $65Whitsundays $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSapporo $130Whitsundays $138
Compare Hotels in Sapporo and Whitsundays
Looking for a hotel in Sapporo or Whitsundays? 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: Sapporo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sapporo $16Whitsundays $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sapporo
Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- New Chitose Airport (CTS) Private Transfer: $284
- Private Transfer from Muroran Cruise Port to Sapporo Airport(CTS): $274
- Private Departure Transfer : Sapporo City to New Chitose Airport: $237
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Sapporo to New Chitose Airport (CTS): $140
- Sapporo City: Private Transfer to/from New Chitose Airport: $132
- Private Transfer from Sapporo City Hotels to Otaru Cruise Port: $113
- Shin Chitose Airport to/from Sapporo City: Shared Transfer: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Sapporo or Whitsundays?
Prices for flights to both Whitsundays and Sapporo 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 daySapporo $54Whitsundays $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sapporo
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Sapporo with Local Host Kanae: $72
- Japanese Cooking Class in the Heart of Sapporo with Sakura: $72
- Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with Kanae, a Sapporo Local: $82
- Sapporo Bar Hopping Food Tour: $97
- Hands-on Japanese Home Cooking Class in Sapporo with Noriko: $108
- Sapporo Night Food Tour: 3 Hidden Restaurants with a Foodie Guide: $218
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Whitsundays
For Whitsundays, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hamilton Island: Whitsundays Sunset Dinner Cruise: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sapporo $17Whitsundays $25
Tours and Activities in Sapporo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
- Asahiyama Zoo, Christmas Tree, Fairy Terrace Day Tour | Hokkaido: $100
- 1 Day Ski Tour Package from Sapporo Station: $281
- 1 Day Tour from Sapporo Blue Pond and Hills of Seasonal Colors: $254
- 1 Day Tour to Hill of the Buddha, Sapporo and Sake: $174
- 1-Day Ski Tour Package from Sapporo Station: $288
- 1-Day Walking Tour in Historical Sights of Sapporo: $161
- 2 Day Tour to Icebreaker Mombetsu and Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido: $286
- Authentic Japanese Home Dining Experience in Sapporo with Noriko: $88
- Authentic Nijo Market Seafood Lunch & History Tour: $64
- Autumn Tour from Sapporo Hoheikyo Dam and Hoheikyo Onsen: $174
- Calligraphy Experience Set 60 minute plan: $69
- Daisetsuzan National Park and Kurodake Ropeway Autumn Tour: $88
Tours and Activities in Whitsundays
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Whitsundays.
- Airlie Beach: Whitsundays Full-Day Camira Sailing Adventure: $164
- MILADY Whitsundays 2-Night Private Yacht Sailing Cruise: $4,953
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySapporo $8.26Whitsundays $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Sapporo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sapporo:
- Sapporo Tour in the Port City of Otaru and Local beer brewery: $174
- 1-Day Tour The port city of Otaru & Local Brewery: $178
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sapporo and Whitsundays, we can see that Whitsundays is more expensive. And not only is Sapporo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sapporo is in Asia and Whitsundays 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 Sapporo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sapporo 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 Whitsundays would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Whitsundays than you might in Sapporo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sapporo Expensive? and Is Whitsundays Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Sapporo or Whitsundays?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Whitsundays is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Sapporo has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Sapporo or Whitsundays in the Summer?
Both Whitsundays and Sapporo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Sapporo for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Sapporo is cooler than Whitsundays. Typically, the summer temperatures in Sapporo in July average around 21°C (69°F), and Whitsundays averages at about 26°C (79°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Whitsundays. Sapporo usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during summer. Sapporo gets 179 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Whitsundays. In July, Sapporo usually receives less rain than Whitsundaysin January. Sapporo gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 331 mm (13 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuarySapporo 21°C (69°F)Whitsundays 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Sapporo or Whitsundays in the Autumn?
Both Whitsundays and Sapporo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Sapporo in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Sapporo is generally much colder than Whitsundaysin April. Daily temperatures in Sapporo average around 11°C (52°F), and Whitsundays fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Whitsundays, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Sapporo often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin April. Sapporo gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 207 hours of full sun.
Whitsundays gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Sapporo. Sapporo usually gets less rain in October than Whitsundaysin April. Sapporo gets 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilSapporo 11°C (52°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Sapporo or Whitsundays in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sapporo and Whitsundays. Most visitors come to Sapporo for the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Sapporo can be very cold during winter. Sapporo is much colder than Whitsundays in the winter. The daily temperature in Sapporo averages around -5°C (24°F) in January, and Whitsundays fluctuates around 16°C (62°F)in July.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Whitsundays this time of the year. Sapporo usually receives less sunshine than Whitsundays during winter. Sapporo gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Whitsundays receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
Sapporo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Sapporo usually receives more rain than Whitsundaysin July. Sapporo gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulySapporo -5°C (24°F)Whitsundays 16°C (62°F)
Should I visit Sapporo or Whitsundays in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Sapporo as well as Whitsundays. The spring months attract visitors to Sapporo because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Sapporo is much colder than Whitsundays. Typically, the spring temperatures in Sapporo in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Whitsundays averages at about 23°C (73°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Whitsundays. In the spring, Sapporo often gets less sunshine than Whitsundaysin October. Sapporo gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Whitsundays receives 298 hours of full sun.
Sapporo usually gets more rain in April than Whitsundaysin October. Sapporo gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Whitsundays receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberSapporo 7°C (44°F)Whitsundays 23°C (73°F)
Typical Weather for Whitsundays and Sapporo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (24°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 331 mm (13 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (24°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 377 mm (14.8 in) |
| Mar | -0°C (32°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (40°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
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