Which place is cheaper, Nanjing or Sukhothai?
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 Sukhothai or Nanjing?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Sukhothai and Nanjing can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sukhothai or Nanjing?
Sukhothai
If you are the kind of wandering traveler looking to find calm and inner peace, you will want to add Sukhothai to your list. Also known as "the dawn of happiness," this area is best known for the ruins of the ancient city of Sukhothai – the capital of Thailand during the 13th century. As the first capital of Siam, the area's temples and monuments are restored and ready for visitors from around the world.
Nanjing
Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySukhothai $80Nanjing $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Sukhothai is $80, while the average daily cost in Nanjing is $124. 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 Sukhothai and Nanjing in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSukhothai $26Nanjing $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSukhothai $52Nanjing $98
Compare Hotels in Sukhothai and Nanjing
Looking for a hotel in Sukhothai or Nanjing? 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: Sukhothai Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sukhothai $19Nanjing $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nanjing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:
- Zhenjiang Private Transfer Service from Nanjing City or Lukou Airport: $78
- Yangzhou Private Transfer Service from Nanjing City or Lukou Airport: $80
- Tangshan Hot Spring Resorts Private Transfer from Nanjing Railway Station: $44
- Private Transfer to Yangzhou City from Nanjing Lukou Airport: $109
- Private Transfer to Nanjing Railway Station from Lukou Airport: $45
- Private Transfer to Gaochun City from Nanjing: $88
- Private Transfer between Nanjing Olympic Stadium and City Hotel: $33
- Private Transfer Between Tangshan Hot Spring Resort and Nanjing Lukou Airport: $49
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Yangzhou Attractions from Nanjing: $89
- Private Nanjing Airport Transfer to Zhenjiang City: $110
- Private Nanjing Airport Transfer to City Center or Tangshan Hot Spring Resorts: $46
- Private Nanjing Airport Transfer from City Hotels or Tangshan Hot Spring Resorts: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Sukhothai or Nanjing?
Prices for flights to both Nanjing and Sukhothai 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 daySukhothai $36Nanjing $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nanjing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.
- 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation: $93
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Night Tour with Dinner Option: $112
- Nanjing City Private Night Tour with Qinghuai River Cruise and Dinner Option: $114
- Private Amazing Nanjing Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $181
- Nanjing Private Tour: Ming Mausoleum, Night View & Local Dinner: $198
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sukhothai $37Nanjing $9.92
Tours and Activities in Nanjing
Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Day Nanjing Private Flexible Customized Tour with Lunch Option: $295
- 4-Hour Nanjing City Private Tailor-Made Tour in Your Way: $109
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour with Xiaoling Tomb and Sun Yatsen Mausoleum: $124
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour: Sun Yatsen Mausoleum, Xiaoling Tomb and City Wall: $190
- 6-Hour Private Tour of Xiaoling Tomb,City Wall & Memorial Hall: $144
- All Inclusive Amazing Nanjing City Highlights Private Day Tour: $193
- All Inclusive Nanjing City Private Day Tour with Tailor-Made Highlights: $213
- All-inclusive Customized Nanjing Layover Tour: $201
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour: $150
- Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour: $63
- Flexible Private Nanjing Layover Tour: $171
- Flexible Yangzhou Private Day Tour from Nanjing: $212
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySukhothai $14Nanjing $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sukhothai and Nanjing, we can see that Nanjing is more expensive. And not only is Sukhothai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sukhothai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sukhothai 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 Nanjing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanjing than you might in Sukhothai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sukhothai Expensive? and Is Nanjing Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sukhothai or Nanjing?
Nanjing has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Sukhothai and Nanjing, 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 Sukhothai or Nanjing?
Nanjing has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Sukhothai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Sukhothai or Nanjing in the Summer?
Both Nanjing and Sukhothai during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Sukhothai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Nanjing. Typically, the summer temperatures in Sukhothai in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Nanjing averages at about 28°C (83°F).
Nanjing gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Sukhothai. Sukhothai usually gets more rain in July than Nanjing. Sukhothai gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySukhothai 29°C (84°F)Nanjing 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Nanjing in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Sukhothai and Nanjing. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Sukhothai year-round.
In October, Sukhothai is generally much warmer than Nanjing. Daily temperatures in Sukhothai average around 28°C (83°F), and Nanjing fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Sukhothai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Sukhothai usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Sukhothai gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. October to April in Sukhothai is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Sukhothai.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSukhothai 28°C (83°F)Nanjing 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Nanjing in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Sukhothai as well as Nanjing. Sukhothai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nanjing. Sukhothai is much warmer than Nanjing in the winter. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Nanjing fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Sukhothai usually gets less rain in January than Nanjing. Sukhothai gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySukhothai 25°C (77°F)Nanjing 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Nanjing in the Spring?
Both Nanjing and Sukhothai are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Sukhothai throughout the year.
The heat can be very extreme in Sukhothai. In the spring, Sukhothai is much warmer than Nanjing. Typically, the spring temperatures in Sukhothai in April average around 32°C (89°F), and Nanjing averages at about 15°C (60°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nanjing. In April, Sukhothai usually receives less rain than Nanjing. Sukhothai gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Sukhothai is October to April. The rainy season in Sukhothai is May to October.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSukhothai 32°C (89°F)Nanjing 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nanjing and Sukhothai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (86°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 31°C (87°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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.