Which place is cheaper, Tianjin or Sukhothai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sukhothai or Tianjin?
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 Tianjin can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sukhothai or Tianjin?
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.
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
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 Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySukhothai $59Tianjin $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Sukhothai is $59, while the average daily cost in Tianjin is $76. 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 Tianjin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSukhothai $23Tianjin $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSukhothai $46Tianjin $68
Compare Hotels in Sukhothai and Tianjin
Looking for a hotel in Sukhothai or Tianjin? 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 $17Tianjin $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sukhothai
Also for Sukhothai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to Bangkok City: $322
- Private Transfer to Bangkok City: $268
- One -Way Private Transfer to Chiang Mai: $187
- Sukhothai Hotel Transfer: to/from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer: $159
- Sukhothai : private car transfer to/from Chiang Mai: $138
- Sukhothai airport: Transfer to Sukhothai Historical Park: $78
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service <Charter charter>: $13
- Tianjin Railway Station Private Transfer to Cruise Port: $32
- Tianjin Private Transfer to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall: $196
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Tianjin central to Tianjin Binhai Airport (TSN): $116
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Railway Station to Cruise Port: $80
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Cruise Port to Railway Station: $80
- Tianjin Private Round-Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $112
- Tianjin Private Round Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Pass and Eastern Qing Tombs: $132
- Tianjin Port Private transfers to Tianjin train station: $50
- Tianjin Port Private Round Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $192
- Tianjin International Cruise Port Private Transfer from City Hotels: $80
- Tianjin Cruise Port to Hotels in Beijing Downtown Shared Transfer: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Sukhothai or Tianjin?
Prices for flights to both Tianjin 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 $19Tianjin $20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sukhothai $33Tianjin $10
Tours and Activities in Sukhothai
For Sukhothai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Cycling Sukhothai Full Day Countryside Tour: $32
- 2.5-Hours Guided Countryside Sunset Bike Tour: $18
- Full-Day Historical Park Cycling Tour with Lunch: $42
- Half-Day Countryside Bike Tour: $26
- Historical Park & Countryside Cycling Tour: $42
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
- 4-Hour Private Tianjin Walking Tour with Dim Sum: $168
- 4-Hour Shore Excursion: Tianjin City Highlights and Binhai Bullet Train Experience: $259
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion Highlight Tour with Peking Duck Experience: $240
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Porcelain House with Bullet Train Experience: $240
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
- All-inclusive Tianjin Day Tour to Qing Emperor's Tomb & Huangyaguan Great Wall : $278
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Great Wall: $239
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven: $219
- From Tianjin Xingang Port: Private 2-Day Beijing Tour: $550
- Huangyaguan Great Wall Layover Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $265
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySukhothai $12Tianjin $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sukhothai and Tianjin, we can see that Tianjin 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 Tianjin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tianjin 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 Tianjin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sukhothai or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Sukhothai and Tianjin, 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 Tianjin?
Tianjin 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 Tianjin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Sukhothai and Tianjin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Sukhothai year-round.
Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Tianjin in the summer. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Tianjin fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. Sukhothai usually receives less sunshine than Tianjin during summer. Sukhothai gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 224 hours of full sun in the summer.
Tianjin receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sukhothai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Sukhothai usually receives around the same amount of rain as Tianjin. Sukhothai gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySukhothai 29°C (84°F)Tianjin 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Tianjin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Sukhothai as well as Tianjin. Sukhothai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Sukhothai is much warmer than Tianjin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sukhothai in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Tianjin averages at about 15°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sukhothai this time of the year. In the autumn, Sukhothai often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tianjin. Sukhothai gets 229 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 227 hours of full sun.
Sukhothai receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Sukhothai usually gets more rain in October than Tianjin. Sukhothai gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, October to April in Sukhothai is the dry season. May to October in Sukhothai is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSukhothai 28°C (83°F)Tianjin 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Tianjin in the Winter?
Both Tianjin and Sukhothai are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Sukhothai throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tianjin. In January, Sukhothai is generally much warmer than Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Sukhothai average around 25°C (77°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
It's quite sunny in Tianjin. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sukhothai. Sukhothai usually receives more sunshine than Tianjin during winter. Sukhothai gets 266 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 201 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Sukhothai usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Sukhothai gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySukhothai 25°C (77°F)Tianjin -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Tianjin in the Spring?
Both Tianjin and Sukhothai during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Sukhothai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's very hot in Sukhothai this time of the year. Sukhothai is much warmer than Tianjin in the spring. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 32°C (89°F) in April, and Tianjin fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Sukhothai. In the spring, Sukhothai often gets more sunshine than Tianjin. Sukhothai gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 247 hours of full sun.
Sukhothai usually gets more rain in April than Tianjin. Sukhothai gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year. October to April is the dry season in Sukhothai. May to October is the rainy season in Sukhothai.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSukhothai 32°C (89°F)Tianjin 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tianjin 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 (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (86°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 31°C (87°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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