Which place is cheaper, Byron Bay or Wuyuan?
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 Wuyuan or Byron Bay?
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 Wuyuan and Byron Bay can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Byron Bay?
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Walking Tours in Australia, and The Best Eco Tours in Australia.
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Wuyuan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $73Byron Bay $175
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $73, while the average daily cost in Byron Bay is $175. 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 Wuyuan and Byron Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Byron Bay $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Byron Bay $134
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Byron Bay
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan 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.
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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: Byron Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuyuan $13Byron Bay $32
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Byron Bay?
Prices for flights to both Byron Bay and Wuyuan 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 dayWuyuan $35Byron Bay $83
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.70
Typical Food Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of dining costs in Byron Bay are as follows:
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Dinner at Olivo (for 2)$59
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Byron Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Byron Bay.
- Bangalow Native Bush Food Tour: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $19Byron Bay $36
Typical Entertainment Prices in Byron Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Byron Bay are as follows:
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Buddha Gardens Spa (for 2)$124
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Surf Lesson$43
Tours and Activities in Byron Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Byron Bay are as follows:
- Tandem Skydive Experience : $280
- Beyond Byron Hinterland Tour: $147
- Brisbane: Byron Bay Day Tour - Lighthouse Sunset & The Farm: $125
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $50
- Broken Head Aboriginal Tour: $50
- Byron Bay Dolphin Tour - Ocean Safari: $64
- Byron Bay Half-Day Tour: $65
- Byron Bay Lighthouse Aboriginal Tour: $66
- Byron Bay Lighthouse Aboriginal Tour: $65
- Byron Bay Private Bike Tour : $50
- Byron Bay Wild Koala Tour: $85
- Byron Bay and Burleigh Heads Private Tour from Brisbane: $959
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Byron 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: $99
- Afternoon Brewery and Distillery session : $104
- Full-Day Brewery and Distillery Tour with Lunch: $136
- Full Barrel Brewery and Distillery tour: $137
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Byron Bay, we can see that Byron Bay is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuyuan Expensive? and Is Byron Bay Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan 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 Wuyuan has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Wuyuan or Byron Bay in the Summer?
Both Byron Bay and Wuyuan during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Byron Bay in the summer for the beaches, the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
Wuyuan is a little warmer than Byron Bay in the summer. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 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 Wuyuan. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in July than Byron Bayin January. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 140 mm (5.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Byron Bay 23°C (74°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Byron Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Byron Bay. Also, most visitors come to Byron Bay for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Wuyuan is around the same temperature as Byron Bay. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wuyuan in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Byron Bay averages at about 20°C (69°F)in April.
Byron Bay receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Wuyuan usually receives less rain than Byron Bayin April. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Byron Bay 20°C (69°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Byron Bay in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Byron Bay. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Byron Bay because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Wuyuan is generally much colder than Byron Bayin July. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 6°C (43°F), and Byron Bay fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Wuyuan usually gets more rain in January than Byron Bayin July. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Byron Bay 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Byron Bay in the Spring?
Both Byron Bay and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty are the main draw to Byron Bay this time of year.
Wuyuan is around the same temperature as Byron Bay in the spring. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Byron Bay fluctuates around 19°C (67°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. In April, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Byron Bayin October. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Byron Bay receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Byron Bay 19°C (67°F)
Typical Weather for Byron Bay and Wuyuan
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 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.