Which place is cheaper, Perth or Zhangjiajie?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zhangjiajie or Perth?
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 Perth. 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 Perth?
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.
Perth
Capital of Western Australia, Perth is a city that sits where the Swan River meets the sea, and given its ocean side location there is plenty to see and do on the water and beyond. Spend a day on Perth's sandy beaches or get lost in its parks and gardens, sail down the river or enjoy the city's history and culture visiting museums and historic sites, shopping, dining, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best Adventure Tours to Australia, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZhangjiajie $63Perth $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Zhangjiajie is $63, while the average daily cost in Perth is $130. 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 Perth in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZhangjiajie $30Perth $75
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZhangjiajie $60Perth $150
Compare Hotels in Zhangjiajie and Perth
Looking for a hotel in Zhangjiajie or Perth? 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: Perth Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zhangjiajie $14Perth $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie
Also for Zhangjiajie, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Furong old town: $187
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie Train Station to Fenghuang hotel: $149
- Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
- Zhangjiajie Private Departure Transfer:City Hotel to Railway Station: $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Perth
Also for Perth, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ballooning in the Avon Valley plus Transfer from Perth : $258
- Rottnest Island Flight Transfer with Return Ferry: $219
- One Way Flight Transfer to or from Rottnest Island: $163
- Departure Private Transfer: Perth City to Perth Airport PER in Business Car: $76
- Perth Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Perth city: $67
- Hillarys Boat Harbour: Rottnest Island Ferry Transfer: $59
- Perth city to Perth Airport (PER) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer from Perth City Hotels to Fremantle Cruise Port : $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth city hotels: $33
- Private Transfer from Fremantle Cruise Port to Perth Airport(PER): $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Zhangjiajie or Perth?
Prices for flights to both Perth 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 $20Perth $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zhangjiajie
For Zhangjiajie, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Full-Day Private Discovery Tour to Tianmen Mountain National Park with Dinner: $184
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Perth
For Perth, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hands on Cooking Class or Cooking Workshop Experience: $69
- American BBQ Food Tour: $78
- Half-Day Low and Slow BBQ Food Tour in Perth: $79
- Swan River Dinner Cruise with Beverages: $111
- Perth Swan River Dinner Cruise: $112
- From Pinnacles Sunset and Stargazing Tour with Dinner: $114
- Pinnacles Sunset Dinner and Stargazing Experience a Small Group Tour: $116
- Pinnacle Desert Sunset and Stargazing with Dinner: $140
- The 10 Tastings of Perth With Locals: Private Food Tour : $159
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zhangjiajie $23Perth $14
Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.
- Half-Day Self-Guided Fenghuang Night Tour from Zhangjiajie: $200
- (Private Day Tour) Zhangjiajie National Park + Tianzi Mountain: $195
- 1 Day Dragon Sitting Gorge & Red Stone Forest Geo-park TOUR！: $272
- 1 Day Tianmen Mountain Tour: $139
- 1 Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain and Glass Skywalk Tour: $154
- 1 Days Zhangjiajie Natural Beauty Tour with Baofeng Lake: $132
- 1-Day Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon(Glass Bridge) & Baofeng Lake Tour: $240
- 1-Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Tour: $146
- 2-Day “Best Of Zhangjiajie”-Avatar World & Tianmen Mountain Tour: $260
- 2-Day Zhangjiajie Happy Foodie&Sightseeing Tour: $300
- 2-Day Zhangjiajie Tour Including Yuanjiajie Mountains: $550
- 2-Full Days Zhangjiajie National Forest Park Tour : $284
Tours and Activities in Perth
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Perth.
- 1 Day Margaret River Sightseeing Tour from Perth: $131
- 2 Hours Whale Watching Tour in Fremantle: $50
- Adventure Rottnest Tour with Ferry & Adventure Cruise: $101
- BEST OF FREMANTLE WALKING TOUR: History, Art and Culture: $39
- Best of Fremantle 2-Hour Walking Tour: $30
- Bickley Valley Wine & Cider Tour - Premium Small Group Tour: $132
- Caversham Wildlife and Swan Valley Private Tour: $297
- City Tour Perth & Fremantle & Swan River: $125
- Cliffs and Caves Kayak Tour in Swan River: $59
- Coffee, Culture, and Art Tour of Perth: $33
- Design Your Own Tour Experience: $264
- Discover Rottnest with Ferry & Bus Tour: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZhangjiajie $16Perth $7.41
Sample the Local Flavors in Perth
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Perth:
- Little Creatures Brewery Tours : $17
- Afternoon Swan Valley Wine Tasting with Transportation: $62
- Swan Valley: Half-Day Wine Tour From Perth: $62
- Half Day Swan Valley Wine Tour: $63
- Swan Valley Half Day Wine Tour from Perth: $65
- Half-Day Swan Valley Wine Tour with Tastings - From Perth: $69
- Swan Valley: Out for the Afternoon Wine Tasting with Lunch: $75
- Small-Group Gin Distillery Tour in Perth: $89
- Swan Valley: Full-Day Wine Tour with Lunch: $91
- From Swan Valley Winery & Brewery Day Tour With Lunch: $108
- Swan River Kayaking Tour with Dining and Wine Tasting: $108
- Half-Day Swan Valley Winery & Brewery: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zhangjiajie and Perth, we can see that Perth 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 Perth 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 Perth would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Perth 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 Perth Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zhangjiajie or Perth?
Perth has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Zhangjiajie. When comparing the sizes of Zhangjiajie and Perth, 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 Perth?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Perth 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 Perth in the Summer?
Both Perth and Zhangjiajie are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Perth in the summer for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Zhangjiajie is generally a little warmer than Perthin January. Daily temperatures in Zhangjiajie average around 29°C (85°F), and Perth fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
It's quite rainy in Zhangjiajie. In July, Zhangjiajie usually receives more rain than Perthin January. Zhangjiajie gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Perth receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryZhangjiajie 29°C (85°F)Perth 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Perth in the Autumn?
Both Perth and Zhangjiajie during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Perth for the shopping scene during these months.
Zhangjiajie is around the same temperature as Perth in the autumn. The daily temperature in Zhangjiajie averages around 19°C (65°F) in October, and Perth fluctuates around 19°C (67°F)in April.
Zhangjiajie usually gets more rain in October than Perthin April. Zhangjiajie gets 90 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Perth receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilZhangjiajie 19°C (65°F)Perth 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Perth in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Zhangjiajie and Perth. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Perth because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Zhangjiajie is much colder than Perth. Typically, the winter temperatures in Zhangjiajie in January average around 5°C (42°F), and Perth averages at about 13°C (55°F)in July.
Perth receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Zhangjiajie usually receives less rain than Perthin July. Zhangjiajie gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Perth receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyZhangjiajie 5°C (42°F)Perth 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Perth in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Zhangjiajie as well as Perth. Also, the beaches are the main draw to Perth this time of year.
In April, Zhangjiajie is generally around the same temperature as Perthin October. Daily temperatures in Zhangjiajie average around 17°C (63°F), and Perth fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Zhangjiajie receives a lot of rain in the spring. Zhangjiajie usually gets more rain in April than Perthin October. Zhangjiajie gets 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Perth receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberZhangjiajie 17°C (63°F)Perth 17°C (62°F)
Typical Weather for Perth and Zhangjiajie
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 199 mm (7.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 201 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 90 mm (3.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 8 mm (0.3 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.