Which place is cheaper, Nagasaki or Shenzhen?
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 Shenzhen or Nagasaki?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Shenzhen and Nagasaki 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: Shenzhen or Nagasaki?
Shenzhen
Located in the Guangdong Province of southeastern China, Shenzhen is a metropolis that connects Hong Kong to China's mainland. It is one of China's most populous cities, inhabited by vast array of people from other Chinese regions. It is perhaps best known for it shopping, collection of amusement parks, green parks, museums and galleries, and a few historic sites. It is on UNESCO's Creative Cities list.
Nagasaki
Set in a natural harbor on the northwest coast of Japan, Nagasaki is a Japanese city synonymous with a key moment during WWII after suffering an Allied nuclear attack in 1945. While the event is memorialized at the city's Atomic Bomb Museum and Peace Park, the city in no way is defined by the event. Today it exists as a culturally and religiously diverse port town with a certain charm amongst the terraces of surrounding hills.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShenzhen $140Nagasaki $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Shenzhen is $140, while the average daily cost in Nagasaki is $114. 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 Shenzhen and Nagasaki in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShenzhen $91Nagasaki $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShenzhen $182Nagasaki $98
Compare Hotels in Shenzhen and Nagasaki
Looking for a hotel in Shenzhen or Nagasaki? 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: Nagasaki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Shenzhen $15Nagasaki $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- shenzhen airport private transfer: $31
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Hong Kong HTL-APT (HKG): $78
- Transfer Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong by Luxury Van or Sedan: $112
- Stress-Free Hong Kong Airport Transfer to HK downtown: Meet&Greet: $57
- Private Transfers to/from Bao'an Airport(SZX): $20
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen central to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX): $86
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen: $86
- Shenzhen Private Transfer and Ongoing Travel Assistance: $39
- Shenzhen Customized Local Tour with Transfer : $299
- Shenzhen Baoan Airport to Shenzhen Hotel Private Transfer: $73
- Shenzhen Bao'an Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagasaki
Also for Nagasaki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Nagasaki Airport (NGS) to Nagasaki Port: $117
- Nagasaki International Airport to Nagasaki City Private Arrival Transfer: $196
- Nagasaki City to Nagasaki International Airport Private Departure Transfer: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Shenzhen or Nagasaki?
Prices for flights to both Nagasaki and Shenzhen 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 dayShenzhen $35Nagasaki $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Locals - Dim Sum, Wonton & more: $53
- Shekou Food Tour with 4 Tastings: $79
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $98
- Explore Hong Kong: Mid-Autumn Festival Food Tour: $103
- Discover Hong Kong’s Hidden Eats on a Tin Hau Food Tour: $109
- Small-Group Hong Kong Island Food Tour: $116
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $146
- Private Food Tour in Hong Kong: $148
- Hong Kong Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $149
- The 10 Tastings of Hong Kong With Locals: Private Street Food Tour : $176
- Hong Kong Private & Personalized Food Tour with a Local: $177
- Asian Favorites Cooking Class in Hong Kong (4-Course Meal): $184
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking with a Local Okaasan at Kominka in Ojika Island Nagasaki: $41
- Sunset Beach Dinner: $53
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shenzhen $17Nagasaki $23
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom private tour of Hong Kong Island - Half day: $228
- Ngong Ping 360 Cable Car Ticket in Hong Kong: $24
- Seat-in-Coach: Macau Day Tour with Simple Lunch from Hong Kong: $185
- Shenzhen Self-Guided Flexible Tour with Private Car and Driver : $87
- (Private class) Hong Kong gourmet baking experience class: Hong Kong-style egg tart + custard mooncake: $89
- 4-Hour Private Hong Kong Layover Tour: $280
- 4-Hour Small Group Kowloon Sightseeing Tour: $103
- Aberdeen Fishing Village Private Tour by Minivan: $232
- Aberdeen fisherman cultural tour+dim sum by local: $140
- Afternoon Hiking Tour Sharp Island Geopark: $40
- Aqua Luna: Symphony of Lights Cruise in Hong Kong: $49
- Best Seller: VIP Lantau Tai O Tour Priority Cable Car, Big Buddha: $95
Tours and Activities in Nagasaki
For Nagasaki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Customizable Full-Day Private Tours in Nagasaki with private car: $300
- Discover Stunning Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Experience farming (rice cultivation) in terraced rice paddies: $38
- Finding Local Cats and Hidden Alleys of Nagasaki Walking Tour: $62
- Full day Private Tour for Shore Excursion in Nagasaki: $206
- Gunkanjima Digital Museum Attraction Ticket: $13
- Mochitsuki Rice Cake Making Experience in Ojika Island: $78
- Must-See Nagasaki With A Local: Private & Personalized Walking Experience: $256
- Nagasaki Full-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $151
- Nagasaki GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $12
- Nagasaki Gyoza&Soy Sauce Ramen Culinary Experience: $83
- Nagasaki Half-Day Private Tour with Government-Licensed Guide: $117
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShenzhen $19Nagasaki $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Shenzhen
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Shenzhen:
- Hong Kong Pub Crawl at Lan Kwai Fong (LKF): $46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shenzhen and Nagasaki, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Nagasaki much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Nagasaki would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nagasaki 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 Shenzhen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenzhen than you might in Nagasaki.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shenzhen Expensive? and Is Nagasaki Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Shenzhen or Nagasaki?
Shenzhen has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Nagasaki. When comparing the sizes of Shenzhen and Nagasaki, 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 Shenzhen or Nagasaki?
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 Shenzhen or Nagasaki in the Summer?
Both Nagasaki and Shenzhen are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Nagasaki in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Shenzhen is around the same temperature as Nagasaki in the summer. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. Shenzhen usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during summer. Shenzhen gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 197 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagasaki. It's quite rainy in Shenzhen. In July, Shenzhen usually receives around the same amount of rain as Nagasaki. Shenzhen gets 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 334 mm (13.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyShenzhen 30°C (85°F)Nagasaki 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagasaki in the Autumn?
Both Nagasaki and Shenzhen during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Nagasaki for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Shenzhen is a little warmer than Nagasaki. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Shenzhen in October average around 26°C (78°F), and Nagasaki averages at about 20°C (67°F).
In the autumn, Shenzhen often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Nagasaki. Shenzhen gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 189 hours of full sun.
Nagasaki gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. Shenzhen usually gets more rain in October than Nagasaki. Shenzhen gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberShenzhen 26°C (78°F)Nagasaki 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagasaki in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Shenzhen and Nagasaki. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Nagasaki because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Shenzhen is generally much warmer than Nagasaki. Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 16°C (60°F), and Nagasaki fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Shenzhen usually receives more sunshine than Nagasaki during winter. Shenzhen gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Nagasaki receives 112 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Shenzhen usually receives less rain than Nagasaki. Shenzhen gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryShenzhen 16°C (60°F)Nagasaki 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Nagasaki in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Shenzhen as well as Nagasaki. Additionally, the activities around the city are the main draw to Nagasaki this time of year.
Shenzhen is a little warmer than Nagasaki in the spring. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 23°C (73°F) in April, and Nagasaki fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In the spring, Shenzhen often gets less sunshine than Nagasaki. Shenzhen gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagasaki receives 174 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagasaki. Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the spring. Shenzhen usually gets less rain in April than Nagasaki. Shenzhen gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Nagasaki receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilShenzhen 23°C (73°F)Nagasaki 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nagasaki and Shenzhen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 193 mm (7.6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 334 mm (13.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 191 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
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