Which place is cheaper, Byron Bay or Tianjin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Tianjin or Byron Bay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tianjin or Byron Bay? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tianjin or Byron Bay?
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.
Byron Bay
South of Brisbane, off the Pacific Highway, is the coastal town of Byron Bay. It is close to Cape Byron, which is the easternmost point in mainland Australia. Byron Bay makes its way onto most traveler's itineraries because of its wonderful beach activities. The area is world famous for its waves, making it popular with surfers, but it also has incredible scuba diving, whale watching, and a generally relaxed atmosphere. The area continues to rise in popularity with travelers and as such, amenities and facilities are popping up everywhere.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Australia, and The Best Contiki Tours to Australia.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTianjin $76Byron Bay $139
The average daily cost (per person) in Tianjin is $76, while the average daily cost in Byron Bay is $139. 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 Tianjin and Byron Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTianjin $34Byron Bay $66
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTianjin $68Byron Bay $132
Compare Hotels in Tianjin and Byron Bay
Looking for a hotel in Tianjin or Byron Bay? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Byron Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tianjin $36Byron Bay $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tianjin Airport Chauffeur Service, Tianjin Airport Transfer: $13
- Tianjin Airport Chauffeur Service, Tianjin Airport Transfer: $18
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Private Arrival Transfer:Any Tianjin Railway Station to City Hotel: $30
- Private Departure Transfer: Bejing City Hotel to Airport: $32
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Port to Tianjin Binhai Airport TSN: $33
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Binhai Airport TSN to Tianjin Port: $33
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Binhai Airport to Tianjin Port: $36
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) to Hotel: $39
- Tianjin Airport (TSN) to Tianjin RoundTrip Private Transfer: $50
- Tianjin Port Private transfers to Tianjin train station: $50
- Private Transfer from Tianjin City Hotels to Tianjin Cruise Port: $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Byron Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Byron Bay:
- Byron Bay Tandem Skydive with Transfer Options: $240
Is it cheaper to fly into Tianjin or Byron Bay?
Prices for flights to both Byron Bay and Tianjin 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
-
Food Meals for one dayTianjin $20Byron Bay $47
Typical Food Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of dining costs in Byron Bay are as follows:
-
Dinner at Olivo (for 2)$58
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tianjin $10Byron Bay $35
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe: $151
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Hotel With the English Speaking Driver: $160
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Capital Airport With the English Speaking Driver: $187
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- Tianjin Cruise Port To Beijing Daxing Airport With the English Speaking Driver: $203
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Temple of Heaven: $219
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
- Tianjin Private Tour to Eastern Qing Tombs with Flexible Departure time: $237
- Private Tianjin Day Tour to Huangyaguan Great Wall and Dule Temple: $238
- Tianjin Shore Excursion: Huangyaguan Great Wall Private Day Tour: $238
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Great Wall: $239
Typical Entertainment Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Byron Bay are as follows:
-
Buddha Gardens Spa (for 2)$123
-
Surf Lesson$42
Tours and Activities in Byron Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Byron Bay are as follows:
- 3-Hour Small-Group Byron Bay Tour: $66
- Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour: $132
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $46
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $45
- Brunswick River: Byron Sunset Eco Rainforest River Cruise: $62
- Byron Bay Half-Day Tour: $65
- Byron Bay Hinterland Tour Including Rainforest Walk to Minyon Falls: $112
- Byron Bay Hinterland: National Park and Waterfalls Tour: $110
- Byron Bay Lighthouse and Hinterland Tour: $66
- Byron Bay and Beyond Tour Including Cape Bryon Lighthouse Crystal Castle and Bangalow: $125
- Brunswick Heads Sunset Rainforest Eco-Cruise: $63
- Brunswick River Scenic Kayak Tour: $39
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayTianjin $11Byron Bay $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Byron Bay
Also in Byron Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Arvo Session Brewery and Distillery Tour: $97
- Afternoon Brewery and Distillery session : $99
- Full-Day Brewery and Distillery Tour with Lunch: $127
- Full Barrel Brewery and Distillery tour: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tianjin and Byron Bay, we can see that Byron Bay is more expensive. And not only is Tianjin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tianjin is in Asia and Byron Bay 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 Tianjin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tianjin 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 Byron Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Byron Bay than you might in Tianjin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tianjin Expensive? and Is Byron Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tianjin or Byron Bay?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 560 times larger than the population of Byron Bay. When comparing the sizes of Tianjin and Byron Bay, 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 Tianjin or Byron Bay?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Byron Bay is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Tianjin has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Tianjin or Byron Bay in the Summer?
Both Byron Bay and Tianjin during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Byron Bay for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Tianjin is a little warmer than Byron Bay. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tianjin in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Byron Bay averages at about 23°C (74°F)in January.
Byron Bay gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. Tianjin usually gets more rain in July than Byron Bayin January. Tianjin gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryTianjin 27°C (80°F)Byron Bay 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Byron Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tianjin and Byron Bay. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Byron Bay because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Tianjin is generally cooler than Byron Bayin April. Daily temperatures in Tianjin average around 15°C (58°F), and Byron Bay fluctuates around 20°C (69°F).
Byron Bay receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Byron Bayin April. Tianjin gets 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilTianjin 15°C (58°F)Byron Bay 20°C (69°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Byron Bay in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tianjin as well as Byron Bay. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Byron Bay this time of year.
The weather in Tianjin can be very cold. Tianjin is much colder than Byron Bay in the winter. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 14°C (58°F)in July.
Tianjin usually gets less rain in January than Byron Bayin July. Tianjin gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyTianjin -3°C (27°F)Byron Bay 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Byron Bay in the Spring?
Both Byron Bay and Tianjin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Byron Bay for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Tianjin is cooler than Byron Bay. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tianjin in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Byron Bay averages at about 19°C (67°F)in October.
In April, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Byron Bayin October. Tianjin gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberTianjin 14°C (58°F)Byron Bay 19°C (67°F)
Typical Weather for Byron Bay and Tianjin
| Tianjin | Byron Bay | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 118 mm (4.6 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.