Which place is cheaper, Tianjin or Vientiane?
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 Vientiane or Tianjin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Vientiane or Tianjin, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Vientiane or Tianjin?
Vientiane
You wouldn't expect the capital city to have such a relaxing environment, but in Vientiane, Laos you can sit back and take in the beautiful scenery without feeling pressure to see every little thing. With Vientiane, what you see is what you get.
While picturesque temples and markets line the streets, the city is still experiencing a successful building boom. Even the Presidential Palace has undergone some hefty renovations.
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 Bicycle Tours in Laos, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVientiane $24Tianjin $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Vientiane is $24, while the average daily cost in Tianjin is $92. 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 Vientiane and Tianjin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVientiane $8.45Tianjin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVientiane $17Tianjin $70
Compare Hotels in Vientiane and Tianjin
Looking for a hotel in Vientiane 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: Vientiane Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vientiane $2.01Tianjin $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vientiane
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vientiane are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$4.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vientiane
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vientiane:
- Vientiane - Hanoi Sleeping Bus Transfer : $63
- Wattay Airport (VTE): Private Transfer to/from Vientiane: $20
- Vientian Private Airport Transfer - Wattay Airport: $15
- Vientiane Private Transfer: Wattay Airport -Hotel-Railway Station: $9.90
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 Binhai Airport(TSN) to Tianjin - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Tianjin Cruise Port Private Transfer to Binhai Railway Station: $32
- Tianjin Railway Station Private Transfer to Cruise Port: $32
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN): $39
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Binhai International Airport (TSN) to Hotel: $39
- Tianjin Airport (TSN) to Tianjin RoundTrip Private Transfer: $48
- Tianjin Cruise Port Transfer To Tianjin Airport one way private transfer: $50
- Private Tianjin Transfer to Xingang International Cruise Port from City Hotels: $60
- Private Arrival Transfer: Tianjin Cruise Port to Train Stations (Tianjin/Tanggu): $63
- Private Transfer from Tianjin Cruise Port to Tianjin City Hotels: $73
Is it cheaper to fly into Vientiane or Tianjin?
Prices for flights to both Tianjin and Vientiane 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 dayVientiane $12Tianjin $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vientiane
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vientiane.
- Vientiane classic Food tour ( Included Food ): $78
- Night Market, Dinner, and Nightclub: $90
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour and Lunch: $95
- Vientiane Private Lao Cooking Class with Market Tour: $122
- Cooking Class Garden House: $335
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vientiane $3.80Tianjin $10
Tours and Activities in Vientiane
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vientiane are as follows:
- Vientiane Cultural Tour with Private Guide: $110
- 1-Day Tour to Vang Vieng with Private Guide: $200
- 1-Day Vientiane City Adventure: Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $110
- From Plain of Jars Tour & Homestay: $1,650
- From Vang Vieng 2-Day Tour with Blue Lagoon: $354
- From Vang Vieng Tour with Cave Kayak & Zipline: $113
- Guided Vientiane City and Buddha Park Full-Day Tour: $99
- Half Day Private Tour in City Highlights: $120
- Half-Day Vientiane City Bike Tour: $90
- Lao Arts Museum & City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $122
- Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: $30
- Laos Railway Tickets Online: Skip Long Queues, Avoid Missing: $30
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- Tianjin International Cruise Home Port to Beijing Airport/City Tr: $119
- Guided Day Tour to Tianjin Downtown with Lunch: $148
- Private Tianjin City Night Tour with Haihe River Cruise: $176
- 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 Port-up To Beijing City Self-Guide Tour and Drop-off at Beijing Hotel: $192
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- Tianjin Shore Excursion: Huangyaguan Great Wall Private Day Tour: $214
- Tianjin Private Walking Tour Guided by a Lady Worked in Europe: $215
- Private Tianjin Shopping Tour: $218
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVientiane $2.12Tianjin $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vientiane and Tianjin, we can see that Tianjin is more expensive. And not only is Vientiane much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vientiane would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vientiane 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 Vientiane.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vientiane Expensive? and Is Tianjin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vientiane or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Vientiane. When comparing the sizes of Vientiane 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 Vientiane or Tianjin?
Tianjin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Vientiane experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vientiane or Tianjin in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Vientiane as well as Tianjin. Vientiane attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Vientiane is a little warmer than Tianjin in the summer. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Tianjin fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. In the summer, Vientiane often gets less sunshine than Tianjin. Vientiane gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 224 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tianjin. Vientiane receives a lot of rain in the summer. Vientiane usually gets more rain in July than Tianjin. Vientiane gets 266 mm (10.5 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVientiane 30°C (85°F)Tianjin 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Tianjin in the Autumn?
Both Tianjin and Vientiane are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Vientiane throughout the year.
In the autumn, Vientiane is much warmer than Tianjin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vientiane in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Tianjin averages at about 15°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Tianjin. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vientiane. Vientiane usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tianjin during autumn. Vientiane gets 222 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 227 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vientiane usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Vientiane gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVientiane 28°C (83°F)Tianjin 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Tianjin in the Winter?
Both Tianjin and Vientiane during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Vientiane because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Tianjin in the winter. In January, Vientiane is generally much warmer than Tianjin. Daily temperatures in Vientiane average around 24°C (75°F), and Tianjin fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Vientiane. In the winter, Vientiane often gets more sunshine than Tianjin. Vientiane gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tianjin receives 201 hours of full sun.
Vientiane usually gets more rain in January than Tianjin. Vientiane gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVientiane 24°C (75°F)Tianjin -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Vientiane or Tianjin in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Vientiane and Tianjin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Vientiane year-round.
It's very hot in Vientiane this time of the year. Vientiane is much warmer than Tianjin in the spring. The daily temperature in Vientiane averages around 31°C (88°F) in April, and Tianjin fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. In Vientiane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vientiane usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tianjin during spring. Vientiane gets 230 hours of sunny skies, while Tianjin receives 247 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vientiane usually receives more rain than Tianjin. Vientiane gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Tianjin receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVientiane 31°C (88°F)Tianjin 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tianjin and Vientiane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (88°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 255 mm (10 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 273 mm (10.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
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