Which place is cheaper, Sydney or Zhangjiajie?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Zhangjiajie or Sydney?
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 Sydney. 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 Sydney?
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.
Sydney
Sydney, known as the harbour city, is the most famous and frequently visited city in Australia. It is at the economical and cultural heart of the country, and is one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world. It's situated on the water with stunning views of the famous harbour throughout the city. It's most famous landmarks include the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is also very close wonderful beaches, parks, and nature.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in China, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Australia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZhangjiajie $63Sydney $273
The average daily cost (per person) in Zhangjiajie is $63, while the average daily cost in Sydney is $273. 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 Sydney in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZhangjiajie $30Sydney $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZhangjiajie $60Sydney $204
Compare Hotels in Zhangjiajie and Sydney
Looking for a hotel in Zhangjiajie or Sydney? 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: Sydney Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zhangjiajie $14Sydney $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhangjiajie
Also for Zhangjiajie, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Car Transfer From WLY to Glass Bridge (Round Trip ): $105
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie Train Station to Fenghuang hotel: $149
- Private Transfer from Zhangjiajie to Fenghuang and stops at Furong old town: $187
- Zhangjiajie Private Departure Transfer:City Hotel to Railway Station: $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sydney
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Sydney:
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Taxi Ride$13
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Taxi to Airport$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sydney
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sydney:
- Limoroo, Luxe Private Transfers to The Blue Mountains Australia: $297
- Airport Transfer From Sydney Airport to Hotels and Home: $295
- Private Transfer from Sydney Hotels to Airport: $255
- Tandem Skydive with Optional Transfers: $248
- Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD/Downtown 1-11 people: $238
- Premium Private Transfer FROM Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD/Downtown 1-13 people: $215
- Sydney Airport (SYD): Private Transfer to Sydney hotels: $205
- Airport transfers and shuttle bus - home/hotels: $196
- From Sydney Hotels - Hotel Transfer to Airport: $195
- Airport Transfer From Sydney Airport to Hotels and Home: $165
- Sydney Airport Departure Transfer (Sydney Central Business District to Airport): $164
- Sydney Airport Private Car Departure Transfer: $162
Is it cheaper to fly into Zhangjiajie or Sydney?
Prices for flights to both Sydney 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 $20Sydney $44
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
Typical Food Prices in Sydney
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sydney:
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Tea$2.60
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Lunch Special$9.73
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Food/Drink Coogie Beach$9.73
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Meat Pies$3.24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sydney
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sydney.
- Vivid Lights Festival Pizza Cruise Tour in Vivid Sydney: $16
- VIVID Dinner Cruise with Complimentary Drink on Arrival: $36
- Vivid Sydney Harbor Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $46
- Admission to Vivid Dinner Cruise in Sydney : $46
- Sydney's Little Italy Food Tour: $50
- Sydney Street Art & Food Tour: $53
- Christmas in July Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour: $56
- Harbor Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $58
- Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Vivid Dinner Cruise: $58
- Twilight Dinner Cruise on Coral Trekker: $59
- Small Group Refugee Chef Dinner Banquet at Bohemian Cafe: $63
- Kids Cooking Classes: $63
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zhangjiajie $23Sydney $31
Tours and Activities in Zhangjiajie
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Zhangjiajie.
- Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon and Glass Bridge Ticket: $57
- Tianmen Mountain day tour: $96
- Full-Day Private Tour of Zhangjiajie(Wulingyuan) National Forest Park: $115
- Full-Day Private Tour of Tianmen Mountain: $122
- 1 Days Zhangjiajie Natural Beauty Tour with Baofeng Lake: $132
- 1 Day Tianmen Mountain Tour: $139
- 1-Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Tour: $146
- Zhangjiajie Grand Canyon with Glass Bridge and Baofeng Lake Private Day Tour: $147
- Zhangjiajie Avatar Mountain Glass Bridge day tour: $150
- 1 Day Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain and Glass Skywalk Tour: $154
- Zhangjiajie Tianmen Mountain Private All-inclusive Day Tour: $155
- Glass Bridge,Zhangjiajie park Avatar Mountain day tour: $160
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sydney
Here are a few typical costs in Sydney for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Theatre Show$29
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Sydney Tower Visit (for 2)$30
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Blue Mountain Tour/Featherdale Park (for 2)$124
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Powerhouse Museum$9.76
Tours and Activities in Sydney
Here are a few actual costs in Sydney for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai National Park Bus Tour: $228
- 2 Hours Sydney Harbour's True Crime Cruise Tour: $36
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour in Sydney Harbour National Park : $36
- 3 Hours Abba Tribute Cruise on Sydney Harbour: $65
- 3 Hr Whale Watching Discovery Cruise in Sydney: $72
- 3-Hour Private Bike Tour with a Local Sydney Guide: $227
- 3.5 Hours Explore Bondi Beach and Sydney Sightseeing Tour: $195
- 4-Hour Freediving Taster Experience at Shelly Beach, Manly: $182
- Allianz Stadium Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Art Gallery of NSW: State of the Art Gallery Tour: $29
- Australia: Tourist eSIM Data Plan: $11
- Australian National Maritime Museum: All-Inclusive Ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZhangjiajie $16Sydney $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Sydney
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Sydney:
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Wine$10
Sample the Local Flavors in Sydney
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sydney:
- Haunted Pub Tour with Local Guide: $20
- Night Out Pub Crawl with Local Guide: $29
- Private Wine Tour and Tasting: $56
- Urban Winery Wine Tasting Tour with Cheese Platter: $56
- Beach and Brew - Hike and Brewery (Men and Women): $73
- Balmain Pub Walking Tour: $76
- Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney: $83
- Sydney Beer and Brewery Tour: $102
- Brewery, Winery, and Distillery Tasting Tour: $111
- Northern Beaches Brewery Tour and Tasting: $121
- From Hunter Valley Wine Tour with Cheese Tasting: $143
- From Hunter Valley Multi-Brewery Tour with Lunch: $147
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zhangjiajie and Sydney, we can see that Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sydney 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 Sydney Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zhangjiajie or Sydney?
Sydney has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Zhangjiajie. When comparing the sizes of Zhangjiajie and Sydney, 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 Sydney?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Sydney 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 Sydney in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Zhangjiajie as well as Sydney. Additionally, most visitors come to Sydney for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Zhangjiajie is a little warmer than Sydney. Typically, the summer temperatures in Zhangjiajie in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Sydney averages at about 23°C (73°F)in January.
It's quite rainy in Sydney. Zhangjiajie receives a lot of rain in the summer. Zhangjiajie usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Sydneyin January. Zhangjiajie gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryZhangjiajie 29°C (85°F)Sydney 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Sydney in the Autumn?
Both Sydney and Zhangjiajie are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Sydney because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Zhangjiajie is generally around the same temperature as Sydneyin April. Daily temperatures in Zhangjiajie average around 19°C (65°F), and Sydney fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sydney. In October, Zhangjiajie usually receives less rain than Sydneyin April. Zhangjiajie gets 90 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilZhangjiajie 19°C (65°F)Sydney 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Sydney in the Winter?
Both Sydney and Zhangjiajie during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Sydney this time of year.
Zhangjiajie is much colder than Sydney in the winter. The daily temperature in Zhangjiajie averages around 5°C (42°F) in January, and Sydney fluctuates around 12°C (53°F)in July.
Zhangjiajie usually gets less rain in January than Sydneyin July. Zhangjiajie gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyZhangjiajie 5°C (42°F)Sydney 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Zhangjiajie or Sydney in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Zhangjiajie and Sydney. Also, many travelers come to Sydney for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Zhangjiajie is around the same temperature as Sydney. Typically, the spring temperatures in Zhangjiajie in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Sydney averages at about 18°C (64°F)in October.
Zhangjiajie gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Zhangjiajie usually receives more rain than Sydneyin October. Zhangjiajie gets 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Sydney receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberZhangjiajie 17°C (63°F)Sydney 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Sydney and Zhangjiajie
| Zhangjiajie | Sydney | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (42°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (52°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 199 mm (7.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (65°F) | 90 mm (3.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 81 mm (3.2 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.