Which place is cheaper, Harbin or Yokohama?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yokohama or Harbin, 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.
Located on the western coast of Tokyo Bay just south of Tokyo, Yokohama is Japan's second largest city and one of the most-visited cities by foreigners. It features one of the largest Chinatown's in the world as well as many parks and architectural landmarks.
Harbin, China is the northernmost major city in the country, with a population of over 10 million. Harbin was founded in 1897 by Russia, which has resulted in a lot of Russian influence throughout the city and many Russian citizens. The city is most famous for their annual International Snow and Ice Festival, a two-month-long festival running from January through February of each year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, The Best 2-Week Tours in China, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Yokohama is $124, while the average daily cost in Harbin is $54. 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 Yokohama and Harbin in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
Also for Harbin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
For Harbin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
For Harbin, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yokohama and Harbin, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Harbin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Harbin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Harbin 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 Yokohama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yokohama than you might in Harbin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yokohama Expensive? and Is Harbin Expensive?.
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 11% larger than the population of Harbin. When comparing the sizes of Yokohama and Harbin, 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer brings many poeple to Yokohama as well as Harbin. Most visitors come to Yokohama for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Yokohama is around the same temperature as Harbin. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yokohama in July average around 25°C (78°F), and Harbin averages at about 24°C (75°F).
It's quite rainy in Harbin. Yokohama receives a lot of rain in the summer. Yokohama usually gets less rain in July than Harbin. Yokohama gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Harbin receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Harbin and Yokohama are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Yokohama because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Yokohama is generally much warmer than Harbin. Daily temperatures in Yokohama average around 18°C (64°F), and Harbin fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
It's quite rainy in Yokohama. In October, Yokohama usually receives more rain than Harbin. Yokohama gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Harbin receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Harbin and Yokohama during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Yokohama this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Harbin. Yokohama is much warmer than Harbin in the winter. The daily temperature in Yokohama averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Harbin fluctuates around -18°C (-0°F).
Yokohama usually gets more rain in January than Harbin. Yokohama gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Harbin receives 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Yokohama and Harbin. Many travelers come to Yokohama for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Yokohama is much warmer than Harbin. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yokohama in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Harbin averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Yokohama gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Yokohama usually receives more rain than Harbin. Yokohama gets 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Harbin receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Yokohama | Harbin | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | -18°C (-0°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | -14°C (7°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | -3°C (26°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
May | 19°C (66°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Jun | 22°C (71°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Jul | 25°C (78°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
Sep | 23°C (74°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -14°C (7°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |