Which place is cheaper, Sado 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 Sado?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yangon or Sado, 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 Sado?
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.
Sado
Sado Island, Japan is located just off the coast of Niigata and is an old gold mining town that has since developed into a quiet summer holiday destination. The island is home to two mountain ranges, O-Sado in the north and Ko-sado in the south, with the popular Kuninaka plain in between the mountain ranges. With the remoteness of the island, it has become a popular destination for tourists to experience old Japan and get away from the busy mainland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Yangon Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangon $70Sado $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangon is $70, while the average daily cost in Sado is $77. 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 Sado in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangon $31Sado $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangon $62Sado $58
Compare Hotels in Yangon and Sado
Looking for a hotel in Yangon or Sado? 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: Sado Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangon $2.38Sado $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
- Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer: $27
- Private Transfer from or to Rangon International Airport (YIA): $31
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangon Airport (RGN) → Yangon Hotel: $35
- Yangon Airport Private Transfer: $45
- Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $60
- Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangon or Sado?
Prices for flights to both Sado 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 $17Sado $39
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yangon -Sado $8.21
Tours and Activities in Yangon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:
- Half-Day Spiritual Shwedagon Pagoda Join in Tour in Yangon: $33
- Walking Tour in Downtown Yangon: $35
- Yangon City Tour With English Speaking Driver: $40
- Discover Bagan Day Tour: $45
- Old Bagan Full Day Tour: $46
- Bagan Cultrue Tour: $50
- One Bagan Sightseeing Tour: $52
- Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $53
- Private Day Adventure Tour to Dalah: $53
- Yangon Bike & Bite Tour: $60
- Yangon Evening Street Food and Market Walking Tour: $62
- Must-see Highlights of Half-day Sightseeing Tour: $62
Tours and Activities in Sado
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Sado are as follows:
- Sado Island Highlights: 3-Hour Bike Tour: $61
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangon -Sado $64
Sample the Local Flavors in Sado
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Sado:
- Sado Island: Obata Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting: $185
- Sado Island: Tenryohai Sake Brewery Tour and Sake Tasting: $309
When comparing the travel costs between Yangon and Sado, we can see that Sado 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 Sado Expensive?.
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.