Which place is cheaper, Wellington or Shenzhen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Shenzhen or Wellington?
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 Wellington 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 Wellington?
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.
Wellington
Wellington is the capital and second largest city in New Zealand. It sits on the southwestern edge of the North Island between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It's a beautiful setting that is encircled by mountains giving it a beautiful backdrop. There are also many cultural sights and attractions around town. Wellington really is the perfect mix of New Zealand's natural beauty and a vibrant urban core. The film industry is also prevelant in the city. The city's production centers have helped create Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit trilogies, Avatar, Tin Tin, and District 9.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShenzhen $123Wellington $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Shenzhen is $123, while the average daily cost in Wellington is $103. 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 Wellington in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShenzhen $89Wellington $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShenzhen $178Wellington $120
Compare Hotels in Shenzhen and Wellington
Looking for a hotel in Shenzhen or Wellington? 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: Wellington Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Shenzhen $15Wellington $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Shenzhen
Also for Shenzhen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Shenzhen Airport 送 迎 Shenzhen City Transfer High reputation for service! : $32
- Transfer Hong Kong to Hong Kong Airport by Luxury Van or Sedan: $112
- Transfer Hong Kong Airport to Hong Kong by Luxury Van or Sedan: $112
- Shenzhen to Shenzhen Airport (SZX) - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen central to Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX): $79
- Shenzhen Private Transfer from Shenzhen Bao'an Airport (SZX) to central Shenzhen: $79
- Shenzhen Int Airport (SZX) to Shenzhen - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Shenzhen Bao'an Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $49
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX): Private Transfer to/from Shenzhen: $48
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX) to Round Trip Private Transfer: $94
- Shenzhen Airport (SZX) to Guangzhou - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $105
- Private Transfer: Hong Kong City to Hong Kong Airport HKG in Luxury Van: $133
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wellington
Also for Wellington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wētā Workshop Experience with Guided Transfers: $61
- Wellington Airport Transfer to Wellington Hotels and Vice versa: $75
- Wellington Airport (WLG) to Wellington - Arrival Private Transfer: $28
- Private Transfer with Wellington Dial a Driver: $72
- Private Transfer from Wellington hotels to Wellington Cruise Port: $26
- Private Transfer from Wellington Cruise Port to Wellington Hotels: $26
- Private Airport Transfer: $78
- Departure Transfer: Wellington Central City Centre Hotels to Wellington Airport: $13
- Arrival Transfer: Wellington Airport to Central Wellington City Centre Hotels: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Shenzhen or Wellington?
Prices for flights to both Wellington 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 $20Wellington $29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vegetarian Food Tour: $77
- Wet market tour & cooking class with local mum: $90
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Sham Shui Po District: $108
- Hong Kong Food Tour: Central and Sheung Wan Districts: $108
- Secret Food Tour With the Locals in Tin Hau Hong Kong w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Traditional Chinese Pun Choi cooking class in Hong Kong: $112
- Hong Kong Food Tour with a Local: A Feast for Foodies 100% Personalized: $160
- Kowloon Street Food Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private: $160
- The 10 Tastings of Hong Kong With Locals: Private Street Food Tour : $161
Typical Food Prices in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$8.91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Walking Food Tour Of Wellington: $151
- A Taste Of Wellington Food Tour (half Day): $185
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shenzhen $17Wellington $16
Tours and Activities in Shenzhen
For Shenzhen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shenzhen Self-Guided Flexible Tour with Private Car and Driver : $86
- (Private class) Hong Kong gourmet baking experience class: Hong Kong-style egg tart + custard mooncake: $88
- 2.5-Hour Shenzhen City-Village Walking Tour: Back In The 90's & TikTok Influence: $51
- 4-Hour Private Hong Kong Layover Tour: $263
- 4-Hour Small Group Kowloon Sightseeing Tour: $103
- 60 Minutes Virtual Reality Experience in Hong Kong: $37
- A Private Tour of Hong Kong with Mercedes-Benz: $275
- Afternoon Hiking Tour Sharp Island Geopark: $38
- Aqua Luna: Evening Cruise at Victoria Harbour Hong Kong: $40
- Aqua Luna: Symphony of Lights Cruise in Hong Kong: $49
- Authentic Hong Kong Private Tour: $275
- Big Bus Hong Kong Open Top Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Wellington
For Wellington, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 5 hour Wellington City Heights Shared tour: $90
- A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour: $288
- From Cave to Coast Wellington Highlights Tour: $118
- From Source to Sea Remutaka Mountain Bike Cycle Tour: $103
- From Half-Day Foodie Tour of the Wairarapa: $105
- From Taste Buds Tour of Petone: $165
- Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour: $178
- Full Day Tour of Wellington: $178
- Full-Day Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour: $51
- Fully customizable tours: $148
- Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington: $45
- Guided Wellington Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShenzhen $19Wellington $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Wellington
Also in Wellington, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wellington Craft Brewery Half Day Tour: $93
- Wellington Craft Brewery Half-Day Guided Tour with Tastings: $95
- 5 hour Martinborough shared Chefs Wine Tour with Gourmet lunch: $151
- Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour: $169
- Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch: $356
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shenzhen and Wellington, we can see that Shenzhen is more expensive. And not only is Wellington much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Shenzhen is in Asia and Wellington 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 Wellington would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wellington 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 Wellington.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shenzhen Expensive? and Is Wellington Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Shenzhen or Wellington?
Shenzhen has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Wellington. When comparing the sizes of Shenzhen and Wellington, 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 Wellington?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Wellington is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Shenzhen has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Shenzhen or Wellington in the Summer?
Both Wellington and Shenzhen are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Wellington in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Shenzhen is generally much warmer than Wellingtonin January. Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 30°C (85°F), and Wellington fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Wellington. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. Shenzhen usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Wellington during summer. Shenzhen gets 231 hours of sunny skies, while Wellington receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Shenzhen. In July, Shenzhen usually receives more rain than Wellingtonin January. Shenzhen gets 323 mm (12.7 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryShenzhen 30°C (85°F)Wellington 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Wellington in the Autumn?
Both Wellington and Shenzhen during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Wellington for the hiking trails and the shopping scene during these months.
Shenzhen is much warmer than Wellington in the autumn. The daily temperature in Shenzhen averages around 26°C (78°F) in October, and Wellington fluctuates around 15°C (58°F)in April.
In the autumn, Shenzhen often gets more sunshine than Wellingtonin April. Shenzhen gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Wellington receives 163 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenzhen. Shenzhen usually gets more rain in October than Wellingtonin April. Shenzhen gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilShenzhen 26°C (78°F)Wellington 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Wellington in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Shenzhen and Wellington. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Wellington because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Shenzhen is much warmer than Wellington. Typically, the winter temperatures in Shenzhen in January average around 16°C (60°F), and Wellington averages at about 10°C (49°F)in July.
Shenzhen usually receives more sunshine than Wellington during winter. Shenzhen gets 140 hours of sunny skies, while Wellington receives 122 hours of full sun in the winter.
Wellington receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Shenzhen usually receives less rain than Wellingtonin July. Shenzhen gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyShenzhen 16°C (60°F)Wellington 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Shenzhen or Wellington in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Shenzhen as well as Wellington. Additionally, the beaches are the main draw to Wellington this time of year.
In April, Shenzhen is generally much warmer than Wellingtonin October. Daily temperatures in Shenzhen average around 23°C (73°F), and Wellington fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In the spring, Shenzhen often gets less sunshine than Wellingtonin October. Shenzhen gets 95 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Wellington receives 180 hours of full sun.
Shenzhen receives a lot of rain in the spring. Shenzhen usually gets more rain in April than Wellingtonin October. Shenzhen gets 154 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberShenzhen 23°C (73°F)Wellington 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Wellington and Shenzhen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 16°C (60°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 23°C (73°F) | 154 mm (6.1 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 325 mm (12.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (83°F) | 382 mm (15 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 393 mm (15.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 300 mm (11.8 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 17°C (63°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
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