A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Shijiazhuang vs. Sado for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Shijiazhuang or Sado?

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 Sado 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 Sado?

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.

Sado

Sado Island, Japan is located just off the coast of Niigata and is an old gold mining town that has since developed into a quiet summer holiday destination. The island is home to two mountain ranges, O-Sado in the north and Ko-sado in the south, with the popular Kuninaka plain in between the mountain ranges. With the remoteness of the island, it has become a popular destination for tourists to experience old Japan and get away from the busy mainland.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Shijiazhuang and Sado, we can see that Shijiazhuang is more expensive. And not only is Sado much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sado would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sado 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 Shijiazhuang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shijiazhuang than you might in Sado.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Shijiazhuang Expensive? and Is Sado Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Shijiazhuang or Sado?

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 Shijiazhuang or Sado in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Shijiazhuang and Sado. Furthermore, many visitors come to Sado in the summer for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Shijiazhuang is generally a little warmer than Sado. Daily temperatures in Shijiazhuang average around 27°C (81°F), and Sado fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).

Sado receives a lot of rain in the summer. Shijiazhuang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Shijiazhuang usually receives less rain than Sado. Shijiazhuang gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Sado receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Shijiazhuang or Sado in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Shijiazhuang as well as Sado. Additionally, most visitors come to Sado for the hiking trails and the shopping scene during these months.

Shijiazhuang is around the same temperature as Sado in the autumn. The daily temperature in Shijiazhuang averages around 15°C (59°F) in October, and Sado fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

It's quite rainy in Sado. Shijiazhuang usually gets less rain in October than Sado. Shijiazhuang gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Sado receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Shijiazhuang or Sado in the Winter?

Both Sado and Shijiazhuang are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Sado because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

The weather in Sado can be very cold. Shijiazhuang can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Shijiazhuang is much colder than Sado. Typically, the winter temperatures in Shijiazhuang in January average around -2°C (29°F), and Sado averages at about 3°C (37°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Sado. In January, Shijiazhuang usually receives less rain than Sado. Shijiazhuang gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Sado receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Shijiazhuang or Sado in the Spring?

Both Sado and Shijiazhuang during the spring are popular places to visit.

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

Sado gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Shijiazhuang usually gets less rain in April than Sado. Shijiazhuang gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Sado receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Sado and Shijiazhuang