Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Yogyakarta?
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 Yogyakarta or Guangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Yogyakarta or Guangzhou? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Yogyakarta or Guangzhou?
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, also called Yogya, Jogja, and Jogjakarta, is Java's hub of culture and art, and is the top-visited destination on the island. While Jakarta is the most populated and industrially-developed city in Indonesia, Yogya has managed to progress without losing its cultural charm, as illustrated in its well-kept traditional Indonesian architecture.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
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Yogyakarta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYogyakarta $64Guangzhou $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Yogyakarta is $64, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $104. 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 Yogyakarta and Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYogyakarta $35Guangzhou $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYogyakarta $70Guangzhou $116
Compare Hotels in Yogyakarta and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Yogyakarta or Guangzhou? 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: Yogyakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yogyakarta $1.28Guangzhou $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Borobudur Half Day All Inclusive Guided Tour With Hotel Transfer: $60
- Indonesia: Yogyakarta Airport Transfer: $14
- Private Transfer Airport Jogyakarta ( Adisucipto ): $25
- Private Transfer Airport Yogyakarta (JOG) to All City Destination: $7.00
- Private Transfer from Banyuraden to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $71
- Private Transfer from Borobudur Temple to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $81
- Private Transfer from Borobudur to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $81
- Private Transfer from Donoharjo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $71
- Private Transfer from Kembanglimus to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $88
- Private Transfer from Kricak to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Maguwoharjo to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $71
- Private Transfer from Mantrijeron to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- [Airport transfer] Guangzhou Airport - Guangzhou city transfer service with a good reputation! <Private charter: $27
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou HTL-APT (CAN): $62
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Guangzhou APT-HTL (CAN): $62
- Shenzhen Day Tour from Guangzhou by Round Way Private Transfer: $255
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou hotel to Guangzhou Baiyun Airport: $33
- Private Transfer: Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou hotel: $33
- Private Transfer in Guangzhou with Fluent English Speaking Driver: $90
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou city hotels to Shekou Cruise Port: $176
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou South Railway Station to Baiyun Airport : $53
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Int Airport (CAN) to Shekou Port: $194
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou City Center to South Railway Station: $49
- Private Transfer from Guangzhou Baiyun Airport to Guangzhou Hotel: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Yogyakarta or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Yogyakarta 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 dayYogyakarta $19Guangzhou $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- Yogyakarta Historical Walking and Food Tour: $29
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Prawirotaman Night Food Tour: $35
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour : $35
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $36
- Yogyakarta Night Food Tour: $48
- Yogyakarta Day Food Tour: $48
- Prambanan Sunset and Ramayana Ballet with Dinner: $65
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class: $71
- Private Ramayana Ballet Performance Tour at Prambanan with Dinner: $104
- Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Ballet Show (VIP Seat with dinner): $125
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Shenzhen Cantonese Dim Sum Cooking Class with Lunch: $86
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Morning Tea, Cantonese Opera, and Food Tour: $183
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yogyakarta $15Guangzhou $18
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chicken Church at Karangrejo Village Admission Ticket: $1.84
- Java Puppets Museum Admission Ticket: $2.50
- Half Day Keraton and Taman Sari Tour: $10
- Yogyakarta Merapi Volcano Jeep Adventure with English/France/Italia guide: $16
- Mount Merapi Sunrise , Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave Tour : $20
- Official Tickets - Experience Ramayana Ballet Jogja Show: $20
- Roro Jonggrang Ballet in City Center Official Tickets MURI Award: $20
- Private Borobudur Village Tour by Bike: $25
- Rent a Car Private Day tour with Driver : $25
- Borobudur ( Guarantee ClimbUP ) and Prambanan Temple Day Tour: $26
- Yogyakarta Borobudur Sunset Shared Guided Tour : $26
- FUN Cycling Tour De Temples: $27
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou Self-Guided Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $75
- Liuxihe National Forest Park Private Day Tour from Guangzhou: $266
- 1 Day Historical Guangzhou Layover Tour from Airport: $260
- 1-Day Guangzhou Airport Layover Visa-Free Private City Tour: $185
- 3-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King Tomb in Guangzhou: $91
- 4-Hour Baiyun Mountain Yuntai Garden Private Guangzhou City Tour: $180
- 4-Hour Flexible Private Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Options: $153
- 4-Hour Private Flexible Guangzhou City Tour with Dim-Sum Option: $100
- 4-Hour Private Tour to Museum of Nanyue King & Academy of Clan Chen in Guangzhou: $91
- 5-Hour Private Guangzhou Yumcha Tasting with Local Food Market Experience : $118
- 5-Hour Sai Kwan Walking Tour with Unique Food Tasting: $72
- 6-Day Guangzhou to Guilin Scenic Tour: $1,598
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYogyakarta $4.74Guangzhou $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yogyakarta and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Yogyakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yogyakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yogyakarta 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Yogyakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yogyakarta Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yogyakarta or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Yogyakarta. When comparing the sizes of Yogyakarta and Guangzhou, 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.