Which place is cheaper, Sapporo or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Sapporo can help you decide which place is right for you.
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!
Capital of the northern Japanese island Hokkaido, Sapporo is a city surrounded by mountains and known for its beer, skiing, and annual snow festival with stunning ice sculptures. As host to the 1972 Winter Olympics, the city limits are dotted with ski jumps, hills, and popular ski resorts still in use today.
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 Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $57, while the average daily cost in Sapporo is $106. 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 Sapporo in more detail.
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Also for Sapporo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
For Sapporo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sapporo.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Sapporo, we can see that Sapporo is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Sapporo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sapporo 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 Sapporo Expensive?.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Sapporo and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Sapporo in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Wuyuan is a little warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Wuyuan in July average around 30°C (85°F), and Sapporo averages at about 21°C (69°F).
It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. In July, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Sapporo. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Sapporo and Wuyuan during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Sapporo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
In October, Wuyuan is generally much warmer than Sapporo. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 20°C (68°F), and Sapporo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Sapporo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Wuyuan usually gets less rain in October than Sapporo. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Sapporo. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Sapporo because of the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Sapporo can be very cold. Wuyuan is much warmer than Sapporo in the winter. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Sapporo fluctuates around -5°C (24°F).
Sapporo receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Wuyuan usually receives less rain than Sapporo. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Sapporo. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Sapporo this time of year.
In the spring, Wuyuan is much warmer than Sapporo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Wuyuan in April average around 18°C (64°F), and Sapporo averages at about 7°C (44°F).
Wuyuan receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in April than Sapporo. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Sapporo receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Wuyuan | Sapporo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |