Which place is cheaper, Qingdao or Kanchanaburi?
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 Kanchanaburi or Qingdao?
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 Kanchanaburi and Qingdao. 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: Kanchanaburi or Qingdao?
Kanchanaburi
If the hustle and bustle of the big city of Bangkok is just getting to you, there's an easy escape. Kanchanaburi, Thailand is a city located at the meeting of Kwai Noi and Kwai Yai, and is ideal for backpackers looking to reflect and relax. With easily accessible waterfalls and national parks, you'll wonder why anyone ever leaves.
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Kanchanaburi Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKanchanaburi $58Qingdao $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Kanchanaburi is $58, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $73. 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 Kanchanaburi and Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKanchanaburi $22Qingdao $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKanchanaburi $44Qingdao $54
Compare Hotels in Kanchanaburi and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Kanchanaburi or Qingdao? 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: Kanchanaburi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kanchanaburi $14Qingdao $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kanchanaburi
Also for Kanchanaburi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Ratchaburi to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $99
- Private Transfer from Kanchanaburi to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $187
- Private Airport Transfer : Bangkok to/from Kanchanaburi: $119
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $53
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $54
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Private Qingdao Airport Arrival Transfer to City Hotels: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Kanchanaburi or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao and Kanchanaburi 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 dayKanchanaburi $24Qingdao $35
Typical Food Prices in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch$4.71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Thai Cooking Class: $39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kanchanaburi $10Qingdao $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kanchanaburi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Kanchanaburi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Entry Park TreeHouse$6.28
Tours and Activities in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Best Paddleboarding Experience in Kanchanaburi River: $27
- Discovery Bike Tour: $18
- E-Scooter Tour in Kanchanaburi: $35
- Erawan Waterfall & Train Tour from Kanchanaburi – Full Day: $110
- Guided Walking Tour in History & Legends: $174
- Half Day Kanchanaburi Bike Tour with History and Local Life: $53
- Kanchanaburi Erawan Waterfall and Train Along Death Railway Tour: $178
- Kanchanaburi Tour Erawan Waterfall Temples and Giant Rain Tree: $112
- Kanchanaburi Tour Hellfire Pass History tour: $108
- Kanchanaburi Tour: Erawan Waterfall and Death Railway: $112
- Kanchanaburi Tree Top Adventure Park Tours: $45
- Private Tour: Kanchanaburi Local Thai Life and City Discovery: $191
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- Alternative City Tour with Navy Museum, Beer Street and TV Tower, Lunch Included: $200
- German Era Tour of Old Town Qingdao with Lunch and Beer Museum: $200
- Half Day Tour and Trek to Fushan Mountain: $170
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Private Qingdao Historic architectural day tour with Tsingdao beer during Lunch: $245
- Private Qingdao Laoshan day tour with lunch& round way cable car: $240
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- Private Qingdao highlights city tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Qingdao After Dark: 4-Hour Illumination Tour with Options: $150
- Qingdao Discover Tour to the Mount Laoshan and Tasting Famous Local Beer: $248
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKanchanaburi $9.24Qingdao $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kanchanaburi and Qingdao, we can see that Qingdao is more expensive. And not only is Kanchanaburi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kanchanaburi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kanchanaburi 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 Qingdao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Qingdao than you might in Kanchanaburi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kanchanaburi Expensive? and Is Qingdao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kanchanaburi or Qingdao?
Qingdao has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Kanchanaburi. When comparing the sizes of Kanchanaburi and Qingdao, 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 Kanchanaburi or Qingdao?
Qingdao has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kanchanaburi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Qingdao in the Summer?
Both Qingdao and Kanchanaburi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kanchanaburi throughout the year.
In the summer, Kanchanaburi is a little warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kanchanaburi in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Qingdao averages at about 25°C (77°F).
Kanchanaburi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Qingdao during summer. Kanchanaburi gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 183 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Qingdao. In July, Kanchanaburi usually receives less rain than Qingdao. Kanchanaburi gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Kanchanaburi is July to October.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKanchanaburi 29°C (84°F)Qingdao 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Qingdao in the Autumn?
Both Qingdao and Kanchanaburi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kanchanaburi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Kanchanaburi is generally much warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Kanchanaburi average around 28°C (82°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
In Qingdao, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kanchanaburi. In the autumn, Kanchanaburi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Qingdao. Kanchanaburi gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 220 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kanchanaburi. Kanchanaburi usually gets more rain in October than Qingdao. Kanchanaburi gets 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year. November to May is the dry season in Kanchanaburi. July to October is the rainy season in Kanchanaburi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKanchanaburi 28°C (82°F)Qingdao 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Qingdao in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kanchanaburi and Qingdao. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kanchanaburi year-round.
It's quite cold in Qingdao in the winter. Kanchanaburi is much warmer than Qingdao in the winter. The daily temperature in Kanchanaburi averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Qingdao fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
In Kanchanaburi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kanchanaburi usually receives more sunshine than Qingdao during winter. Kanchanaburi gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kanchanaburi usually receives less rain than Qingdao. Kanchanaburi gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKanchanaburi 25°C (77°F)Qingdao -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Kanchanaburi or Qingdao in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kanchanaburi as well as Qingdao. Kanchanaburi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The heat can be very extreme in Kanchanaburi. In the spring, Kanchanaburi is much warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kanchanaburi in April average around 32°C (89°F), and Qingdao averages at about 12°C (53°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Qingdao. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kanchanaburi this time of the year. In the spring, Kanchanaburi often gets more sunshine than Qingdao. Kanchanaburi gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 224 hours of full sun.
Kanchanaburi usually gets more rain in April than Qingdao. Kanchanaburi gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to May in Kanchanaburi is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKanchanaburi 32°C (89°F)Qingdao 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Qingdao and Kanchanaburi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (87°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 30°C (87°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 218 mm (8.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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