Which place is cheaper, Canberra or Zhangjiajie?
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 Zhangjiajie or Canberra?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zhangjiajie and Canberra. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zhangjiajie or Canberra?
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.
Canberra
There is something special about the capital city of Australia. Canberra's not just a wonderful spot for outdoor adventures. It's a city completely designed and built up around the coast of an artificial lake. When architects Walter Burley and Marion Mahony Griffin proposed their plans for Canberra it was met with a lot of criticism. Many people thought it would be a "waste of a good sheep pasture."
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Melbourne, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Australia.
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Zhangjiajie Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZhangjiajie $79Canberra $159
The average daily cost (per person) in Zhangjiajie is $79, while the average daily cost in Canberra is $159. 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 Zhangjiajie and Canberra in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZhangjiajie $30Canberra $83
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZhangjiajie $60Canberra $166
Compare Hotels in Zhangjiajie and Canberra
Looking for a hotel in Zhangjiajie or Canberra? 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: Canberra Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zhangjiajie $15Canberra $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie
Also for Zhangjiajie, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 4-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $710
- Zhangjiajie airport/city pick up transfer to hotel or Vice Versa: $15
- Zhangjiajie Hehua International Airport private transfer service: $20
- Private transfer from Zhangjiajie(Wulingyuan) to Changsha area: $213
- Private Transfer: Zhangjiajie from/to Fenghuang: $168
- Private Transfer: Yichang hotel from/to Zhangjiajie Hotel: $321
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Guilin or Yangshuo: $256
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Furong old town: $187
- Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
- Fox Fairy Show VIP Ticket with Private Transfer in ZJJ City: $52
- 1 Day Fenghuang and Furong Town Day Tour with Hotel Transfers: $192
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Canberra
Also for Canberra, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Canberra Airport (CBR) to Canberra - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $134
- Guided Tour of Floriade Festival with Transfers: $125
- Canberra to Canberra Airport (CBR) - Departure Private Transfer: $67
- Canberra Int'l Airport (CBR) to Canberra Arrival Private Transfer: $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Zhangjiajie or Canberra?
Prices for flights to both Canberra and Zhangjiajie 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 dayZhangjiajie $36Canberra $60
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zhangjiajie
For Zhangjiajie, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1 Day Zhangjiajie Private Tour Visit Avatar Mount and Tianzi Mount with Dinner: $196
Typical Food Prices in Canberra
For Canberra, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch$16
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zhangjiajie $23Canberra $17
Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.
- 2-Day Private Combo Tour: Avatar Mountain & Tianmen Mountain: $251
- 2-Days Private tour to Avatar mount & Have's Gate & Glass bridge: $250
- (Private Day Tour) Zhangjiajie National Park + Tianzi Mountain: $195
- 1 Day Dragon Sitting Gorge & Red Stone Forest Geo-park TOUR！: $272
- 1 Day Private Expedition Tour to Binlang Valley: $142
- 1 Day VIP Tour: Avatar Mountain&72 Odd Towers (Free Ticket): $203
- 1 day tour Avatar Mountain and Grand Canyon & Glass Bridge: $215
- 1-Day Private Tour to Glass Bridge & Yellow Dragon Cave: $102
- 1-Day Private Tour to Tianmen Mountain & Glass Walk & Night Light: $146
- 1-Day Private Tour to ZJJ National Forest Park & Avatar Mountain: $98
- 1-Day Private Tour to Zhangjiajie Forest Park & AVATAR Mountain: $98
- 1-Day Private Tour to Zhangjiajie Forest Park & Avatar Mountain: $195
Tours and Activities in Canberra
For Canberra, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Personalised Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing in Canberra, with John: $40
- Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour: $14
- Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily: $13
- Canberra Floriade Tour: $127
- Canberra Glassblowing Experience: Make Your Own Bird: $79
- Canberra One Day Tour: $244
- Canberra Small Group Winery Tour: $151
- Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour: $112
- City Highlights Day Tour with Entrance Fees: $125
- Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour: $89
- National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour: $9.92
- Private Wine Discovery Tour with Lunch: $397
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZhangjiajie $16Canberra $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Canberra
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Canberra from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Bar$9.16
Sample the Local Flavors in Canberra
Also in Canberra, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Canberra Bar Crawl Can I Get a Drink Canberra: $15
- Wine Tour From Canberra to Murrumbateman - Hop on Hop Off: $60
- 2 People - Indulgence Wine Tasting with Matched Elements Canberra: $87
- Canberra Brewery Winery and Distillery Tour: $114
- From Winery, Distillery, & Tasting Tour with Lunch: $149
- Canberra Wine Tour: $161
- Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery tour /w lunch: $174
- 2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch: $181
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zhangjiajie and Canberra, we can see that Canberra is more expensive. And not only is Zhangjiajie much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zhangjiajie is in Asia and Canberra is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Zhangjiajie would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Zhangjiajie 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 Canberra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Canberra than you might in Zhangjiajie.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zhangjiajie Expensive? and Is Canberra Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zhangjiajie or Canberra?
Canberra has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Zhangjiajie. When comparing the sizes of Zhangjiajie and Canberra, 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.
When is the best time to visit Zhangjiajie or Canberra?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Canberra is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Zhangjiajie has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Canberra in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Zhangjiajie and Canberra. Also, many travelers come to Canberra for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Zhangjiajie is a little warmer than Canberra in the summer. The daily temperature in Zhangjiajie averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Canberra fluctuates around 20°C (68°F)in January.
Zhangjiajie gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Zhangjiajie usually receives more rain than Canberrain January. Zhangjiajie gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Canberra receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryZhangjiajie 29°C (85°F)Canberra 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Canberra in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Zhangjiajie as well as Canberra. Also, many visitors come to Canberra in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Zhangjiajie is around the same temperature as Canberra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Zhangjiajie in October average around 19°C (65°F), and Canberra averages at about 17°C (63°F)in April.
It's quite rainy in Canberra. Zhangjiajie usually gets less rain in October than Canberrain April. Zhangjiajie gets 90 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Canberra receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilZhangjiajie 19°C (65°F)Canberra 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Canberra in the Winter?
Both Canberra and Zhangjiajie are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Canberra for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Zhangjiajie is generally much colder than Canberrain July. Daily temperatures in Zhangjiajie average around 5°C (42°F), and Canberra fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In January, Zhangjiajie usually receives around the same amount of rain as Canberrain July. Zhangjiajie gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Canberra receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyZhangjiajie 5°C (42°F)Canberra 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Canberra in the Spring?
Both Canberra and Zhangjiajie during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Canberra because of the activities around the city.
Zhangjiajie is a little warmer than Canberra in the spring. The daily temperature in Zhangjiajie averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Canberra fluctuates around 15°C (60°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Zhangjiajie. Zhangjiajie usually gets more rain in April than Canberrain October. Zhangjiajie gets 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Canberra receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberZhangjiajie 17°C (63°F)Canberra 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Canberra and Zhangjiajie
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 199 mm (7.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 90 mm (3.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
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.