Which place is cheaper, Zhangjiajie 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 Zhangjiajie?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yangon or Zhangjiajie, 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 Zhangjiajie?
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.
Zhangjiajie
Zhangjiajie, China is a picturesque city located in the northwest of the Hunan Province. This ancient city, which dates all the way back to the Stone Age, is famous for being home to the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Wulingyuan Scenic Area. Zhangjiajie is also known for being a popular filming location and and overall great place to escape the bustling Chinese cities. Zhangjiajie has its own dialect, which is a branch of the Hunan and Southern dialects, so Mandarin does not always translate when trying to speak to locals here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Yangon Prices
Myanmar PricesZhangjiajie Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYangon $70Zhangjiajie $83
The average daily cost (per person) in Yangon is $70, while the average daily cost in Zhangjiajie is $83. 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 Zhangjiajie in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYangon $31Zhangjiajie $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYangon $62Zhangjiajie $64
Compare Hotels in Yangon and Zhangjiajie
Looking for a hotel in Yangon or Zhangjiajie? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yangon $2.38Zhangjiajie $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yangon
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yangon:
- Private Yangon Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon Airport: $80
- Yangon Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $60
- Yangon Airport Private Transfer: $45
- Private Airport Transfer: Yangon Airport (RGN) → Yangon Hotel: $35
- Private Transfer from or to Rangon International Airport (YIA): $31
- Bagan (Nyaung Oo) Airport Private Transfer: $27
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Yangon International Airport (RGN): $23
- Private Arrival Transfer: Yangon International Airport (RGN) to Hotel: $23
- Bagan Airport Transfer with Private Car: $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie
Also for Zhangjiajie, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Zhangjiajie airport/city pick up transfer to hotel or Vice Versa: $15
- Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport private transfer service: $20
- Zhangjiajie Forest Park 4 Day Pass and All You Can Ride Transfers: $98
- Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
- Zhangjiajie:Tianmen Mountain & Cable Car Ticket with the transfer: $114
- Glass Bridge & Canyon ticket with the transfer: $117
- Entrance Tickets to Grand Canyon & Glass Bridge with Private Car Transfer From Zhangjiajie city hotel (Round Trip ): $127
- Private Transfer: Zhangjiajie to/from Fenghuang: $149
- Private Transfer: Zhangjiajie from/to Fenghuang: $168
- Tianmen Mountain Day Tour with Luggage Storage&Flexible Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin or Yangshuo: $256
- Private Transfer: Yichang hotel from/to Zhangjiajie Hotel: $321
Is it cheaper to fly into Yangon or Zhangjiajie?
Prices for flights to both Zhangjiajie 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 $17Zhangjiajie $38
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 -Zhangjiajie $24
Tours and Activities in Yangon
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yangon are as follows:
- 3-day Yangon Sightseeing & Shopping: $296
- 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
- Adventure Half-day visit in Yangon: $72
- Adventure Half-day visit in Yangon including Shwedagon Pagoda: $78
- Bagan Cultrue Tour: $50
- Bagan Sightseeing Tour by Private Guide and Car: $42
- Bago Full-Day Private Tour from Yangon: $138
- Bago by Train: Full-day sightseeing tour: $117
- Best Yangon City Tour with Experience English Speaking Guide: $142
- Burmese Antiques Heritage Shopping Tour: $87
- Chinese Heritage Cultural Immersion Tour: $138
Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.
- Avatar Mountains and Glass Bridge Zhangjiajie 2 Day Tour: $5.99
- Zhangjiajie 72 Odd Towers Ticket Booking: $9.00
- Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge Tickets: $13
- Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Entrance Ticket: $16
- National Forest Park Entry Ticket and More: $19
- Zhangjiajie Baofeng Lake Ticket: $22
- Zhangjiajie Yellow Dragon Cave Tickets: $22
- Baofeng Lake Tickets: $23
- Zhangjiajie Private Helicopter Tour to Explore Real Avatar World: $25
- Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Ticket Booking: $34
- Double-Night Private Tour: Tianmen Mountain & 72 Odd Towers: $35
- Ticket to Glass Bridge Experience in Zhangjiajie China: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYangon -Zhangjiajie $17
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yangon and Zhangjiajie, we can see that Zhangjiajie is more expensive. And not only is Yangon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yangon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yangon 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 Zhangjiajie would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zhangjiajie than you might in Yangon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yangon Expensive? and Is Zhangjiajie Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yangon or Zhangjiajie?
Yangon has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Zhangjiajie. When comparing the sizes of Yangon and Zhangjiajie, 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.
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