Which place is cheaper, Qingdao or Yangon?
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 Yangon or Qingdao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yangon or Qingdao, 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: Yangon or Qingdao?
Yangon
Yangon, formerly known as Rangoon, is the largest city and economic center for the nation of Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. The city is a mix of British, Burmese, Chinese, and Indian influences, and is host to beautiful 19th-century colonial architecture as well as modern skyscrapers. The people of Yangon mainly follow the Buddhist religion and it is common to see monks wandering along the busy streets amidst gilded temples.
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Yangon Prices
Myanmar PricesQingdao Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangon $70Qingdao $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangon is $70, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $78. 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 Yangon and Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangon $31Qingdao $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangon $62Qingdao $56
Compare Hotels in Yangon and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Yangon or Qingdao? 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: Qingdao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangon $2.38Qingdao $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:
- Yangon Airport Private Transfer: $45
- Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $60
- Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $80
- Private Transfer from or to Rangon International Airport YIA: $31
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangon Airport (RGN) → Yangon Hotel: $36
- Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Liuting Airport private Transfer Service by Car, MPV: $45
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $50
- Qingdao Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Airport: $55
- Qingdao Private Arrival Transfer: Airport to Hotel: $77
- Private Qingdao Airport Arrival Transfer to City Hotels: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangon or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao and Yangon 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 dayYangon $17Qingdao $37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yangon
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yangon.
- Cooking class in the down town of Yangon, half day tour (07:30 AM - 12:30 PM): $65
- Cooking Class in Yangon,Myanmar: $67
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangon -Qingdao $22
Tours and Activities in Yangon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:
- 8hrs - Dalla & Twantay Small Town One Day Tour: $142
- : Memorable Moment in The Heart of Yangon (08:00 AM - 06:00 PM)Full Day Tour: $110
- Bagan Cultrue Tour: $50
- Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $53
- Bago by Train: Full-day sightseeing tour: $117
- Best Yangon City Tour with Experience English Speaking Guide: $142
- Best of Yangon Private Full Day Tour with Shwedagon Pagoda: $134
- Burmese Antiques Heritage Shopping Tour: $87
- Chinese Heritage Cultural Immersion Tour: $138
- Cultural Charm of Full-day Sightseeing Tour: $71
- Dala And Twantay Biking Adventure: $180
- Discover Bagan Day Tour: $45
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tsingtao Beer Museum Ticket with All You Can Drink: $15
- Qingdao After Dark: 4-Hour Illumination Tour with Options: $150
- Half Day Tour and Trek to Fushan Mountain: $170
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $196
- Alternative City Tour with Navy Museum, Beer Street and TV Tower, Lunch Included: $200
- Qingdao private half day tour with Tsingdao Beer Lunch: $202
- Premium Qingdao Private Tour Coastal Scenery and Culture: $210
- German Era Tour of Old Town Qingdao with Lunch and Beer Museum: $220
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Bespoke Qingdao Private Tour on BMW Convertible or BYD 4WD SUV: $229
- Qingdao Private Tour: Laoshan Mountain&Customized City Highlights: $229
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $230
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangon -Qingdao $15
When comparing the travel costs between Yangon and Qingdao, we can see that Qingdao 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 Yangon Expensive? and Is Qingdao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangon or Qingdao?
Yangon has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Qingdao. When comparing the sizes of Yangon and Qingdao, 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.
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.