Which place is cheaper, Dunedin or Shijiazhuang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Shijiazhuang or Dunedin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Shijiazhuang and Dunedin 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: Shijiazhuang or Dunedin?
Shijiazhuang
Shijiazhuang is the capital city of Hebei Province in China. It is a fairly young city, acting as the regional transport hub and economic center, though there are a few sights worth seeing. The city is also the largest pharmaceutical hub in China, as well as an important center for textile, IT, manufacturing, and chemical industries.
Dunedin
Dunedin is the second largest city on the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated on the southeast coast and is largely Scottish in its heritage. It is part of the Otago region and has mild temperatures during the spring and summer, but extremely cold temperatures during the end of fall and winter. Dunedin is a university town; The University of Otago is the oldest in New Zealand, established in 1869. The students make up over a tenth of the entire city's population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand, and The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayShijiazhuang $77Dunedin $102
The average daily cost (per person) in Shijiazhuang is $77, while the average daily cost in Dunedin is $102. 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 Shijiazhuang and Dunedin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personShijiazhuang $44Dunedin $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomShijiazhuang $88Dunedin $104
Compare Hotels in Shijiazhuang and Dunedin
Looking for a hotel in Shijiazhuang or Dunedin? 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: Dunedin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Shijiazhuang $27Dunedin $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dunedin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dunedin:
- Dunedin Int Airport(DUD) to Dunedin - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Momona Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Momona: $90
- ONE WAY MOMONA: Transfer from /to Dunedin Airport: $125
- Private Transfer from Chalmers Cruise Port to Dunedin City Hotels: $44
- Private Transfer from Chalmers Port to Dunedin Airport (DUD): $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Shijiazhuang or Dunedin?
Prices for flights to both Dunedin and Shijiazhuang 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 dayShijiazhuang $18Dunedin $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Shijiazhuang $4.34Dunedin $17
Tours and Activities in Dunedin
Here are a few actual costs in Dunedin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dunedin Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Dunedin Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Olveston Historic Home Guided Tour: $15
- Quickie Tours 1 Hour City Sights Tour CRUISE PASSENGERS ONLY: $24
- Skip the Line: Larnach Castle & Gardens Admission Ticket: $27
- Heritage Dunedin City Walking Guided Tour: $30
- Garden and City tour: $36
- Monarch Wildlife Cruise: $38
- Shore Excursion: V8 Trike, Peninsula and City Tour: $48
- Larnach Castle & Gardens Tour from Dunedin: $49
- Nature and City Tour: $54
- A 2 hour Small Group Dunedin City Highlights Tour: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayShijiazhuang $5.13Dunedin $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Dunedin
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dunedin:
- Speight Brewery Small Group Guided Tour from Dunedin: $21
- Emerson's Brewery Tour: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shijiazhuang and Dunedin, we can see that Dunedin is more expensive. And not only is Shijiazhuang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Shijiazhuang is in Asia and Dunedin 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 Shijiazhuang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Shijiazhuang 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 Dunedin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dunedin than you might in Shijiazhuang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shijiazhuang Expensive? and Is Dunedin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Shijiazhuang or Dunedin?
Shijiazhuang has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Dunedin. When comparing the sizes of Shijiazhuang and Dunedin, 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.
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.