Which place is cheaper, Osaka or Wuhu?
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 Wuhu or Osaka?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Wuhu and Osaka. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Wuhu or Osaka?
Wuhu
The city of Wuhu is located in the southeast of the Anhui province of China. It lies on the south bank of the Yangtze River, and about 74 miles from the capital city of Hefei. It is made of floodplains, terraces and low hills, and its plentiful water supply makes it the perfect spot for fish and rice production.
The area has a subtropical climate with a humid monsoon season. When planning your trip, remember that the rainy season is from spring to early winter with the heaviest rainfall from mid-June to early July. So the best trips will be in autumn when it is nice and cool, and the chrysanthemums are in bloom.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Wuhu Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuhu $116Osaka $110
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuhu is $116, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $110. 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 Wuhu and Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuhu $30Osaka $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuhu $60Osaka $96
Compare Hotels in Wuhu and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Wuhu or Osaka? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuhu $26Osaka $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between KIX Airport and Osaka City: $14
- Private Transfer to/from Universal Studios Japan: $42
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Hotels: $45
- Osaka International Airport (ITM) Private Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $46
- Shared Departure Transfer: Osaka City to Osaka Itami Airport: $57
- Osaka : Private One-way Transfers to/from Kansai Airport(KIX): $59
- Kansai Airport（KIX） to or from Osaka Kyoto Private Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer by Sedan from Itami Airport ITM to Osaka City : $65
- Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Osaka hotels to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka to Shin Osaka Station: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuhu or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka and Wuhu 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 dayWuhu $68Osaka $45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $30
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $34
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $41
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $51
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $54
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $55
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $55
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $55
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuhu $18Osaka $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Shinsaibashi: AMMONA Nightclub Entry Ticket (For Foreign): $6.83
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM Live Show & Nightclub Admission Tickets: $6.88
- Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure: $7.16
- HEP Ferris Wheel Osaka Entry Ticket: $11
- Osaka Castle Entry Ticket: $13
- Osaka Castle Admission Ticket: $13
- Osaka Hidden Gems Tour: Tennoji & Oldest Temple with Audio Guide: $14
- Osaka Oracle GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $14
- Osaka Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory ETicket: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuhu $8.21Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $24
- Nada Gogo Sake Brewery Tour in Kobe from Osaka: $259
When comparing the travel costs between Wuhu and Osaka, we can see that Wuhu is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuhu Expensive? and Is Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Wuhu or Osaka?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Wuhu. When comparing the sizes of Wuhu and Osaka, 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 Wuhu or Osaka?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Wuhu or Osaka in the Summer?
Both Osaka and Wuhu during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Osaka for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Wuhu is around the same temperature as Osaka in the summer. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Osaka fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Wuhu. Wuhu usually gets more rain in July than Osaka. Wuhu gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuhu 28°C (83°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Osaka in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuhu and Osaka. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Wuhu is around the same temperature as Osaka. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wuhu in October average around 17°C (63°F), and Osaka averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Osaka. Wuhu gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuhu 17°C (63°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Osaka in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Wuhu as well as Osaka. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
The weather in Wuhu can be very cold. In January, Wuhu is generally much colder than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Wuhu average around 3°C (37°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Wuhu usually gets less rain in January than Osaka. Wuhu gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuhu 3°C (37°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Wuhu or Osaka in the Spring?
Both Osaka and Wuhu are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Osaka for the activities around the city.
Wuhu is around the same temperature as Osaka in the spring. The daily temperature in Wuhu averages around 15°C (60°F) in April, and Osaka fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. It's quite rainy in Wuhu. In April, Wuhu usually receives less rain than Osaka. Wuhu gets 101 mm (4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuhu 15°C (60°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Wuhu
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 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.