Which place is cheaper, Yokohama or Kunming?
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 Kunming or Yokohama?
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 Kunming and Yokohama. 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: Kunming or Yokohama?
Kunming
Kunming, located in southern China, is the modern capital city of the Yunnan province. It is a transportation hub for visitors entering the region, and good transfer point to just about everywhere else in the province by train or bus. Within the city itself there are many things to see and do with a full range of parks and zoos, museums, temples, theatres, and scenic areas.
Yokohama
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo.
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Kunming Prices
China PricesYokohama Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKunming $85Yokohama $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Kunming is $85, while the average daily cost in Yokohama is $156. 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 Kunming and Yokohama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKunming $33Yokohama $72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKunming $66Yokohama $144
Compare Hotels in Kunming and Yokohama
Looking for a hotel in Kunming or Yokohama? 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: Yokohama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kunming $14Yokohama $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kunming
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Kunming:
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Taxi Ride$1.54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kunming
Also for Kunming, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kunming Airport Private Transfer - Charge by Vehicle: $48
- Kunming Changshui Airport Chauffeur Service, Kunming Airport Transfer, Pickup: $83
- Kunming Private Round Trip Transfer to Fuxianhu Lake: $90
- [Airport Transfer] Kunming Changshui Airport ⇔ Kunming City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service! <Charter charter>: $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yokohama
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yokohama:
- Morning Transfer, Haneda Airport⇒Hakone, Mt. Fuji, Nikko: $419
- Private Transfer to/from Narita Airport (NRT): $347
- Tokyo private transfer for Yokohama Port: $242
- Tokyo to/from Yokohama private transfer service.: $229
- Yokohama Port: Private Transfer from/to Haneda Airport: $210
- Tokyo: Private One-Way Transfer to/from Yokohama Port: $203
- Private Transfer from Tokyo City to Narita Airport Vice Versa: $194
- Yokohama Cruise Port to Narita Airport NRT - Private Transfer : $147
- Private Transfer from Yokohama Cruise Port to Tokyo: $147
- Shuttle Van Transfer, Haneda, Narita and Tokyo⇒Yokohama City: $132
- Yokohama City: Private transfer to/from Haneda Airport: $128
- Yokohama ⇆ Tokyo, Narita & Haneda Airport Private Transfer: $127
Is it cheaper to fly into Kunming or Yokohama?
Prices for flights to both Yokohama and Kunming 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 dayKunming $39Yokohama $66
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kunming
For Kunming, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Kunming Night Tour with Dinner: $88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yokohama
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Yokohama.
- Tokyo: Shinjuku Local Eats, Street Food Tour & Culture Walk: $25
- TAKOYAKI Cooking Class with All-you-can-drink in Tokyo, Roppongi: $60
- Private Local Food Tour in Ginza and Shinbashi: $62
- DIY Sushi Cooking Class at Izakaya in Yokohama: $68
- Yokohama Manga Art & Japanese Cooking Experience: $81
- Sushi & Gyoza Cooking with Matcha Experience: $81
- 3-Hour Shared Halal-Friendly Japanese Cooking Class in Tokyo: $85
- Miso Ramen Gyoza and Matcha Cooking Class Professional Teacher: $100
- Sakuragicho/Noge Walking & Local Food Tour: $134
- Tokyo: Best Ginza Food Tour at 3 Local Eateries: $150
- Traditional Japanese Home Cooking from a Chef in Shibuya: $171
- Experience Izakaya With A Mini Food Tour Of Tokyo: $172
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kunming $18Yokohama $31
Tours and Activities in Kunming
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kunming.
- Kunming City & Cultural Walking tour: $26
- Yunnan University & Culture Alley Guided Tour: $26
- Half Day Private Tour with Customizable Itinerary: $43
- Kunming City Tour with Private Guide: $44
- Lijiang: Jade Dragon Snow Mountain with Scenic Train Tour: $51
- Kunming Western Hills Scenic Area Private Tour: $64
- Kunming Western Hills Scenic Area Private Tour (Half Day): $66
- Private Tour with Customizable Itinerary: $66
- Guandu Ancient Town Private Tour (Half-Day): $66
- Old Town Private Tour (Half Day): $66
- Stone Forest + Yiliang Roast Duck + Kunming City Private Tour: $68
- Stone Forest, Roast Duck Lunch and City Tour: $70
Tours and Activities in Yokohama
Here are a few actual costs in Yokohama for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Shunga Tour and Host Club Experience: $56
- 'Feel Yokohama!'Private tour in English: $108
- “akira bike scene” metropolitan expressway motor cycle tour: $201
- "Heart of Yokohama" Walking: Experience Hill Area: $47
- 120-Minutes Cosplay Adventure Anime Character in Kabukicho: $104
- 3 Hours Private Edo Tokyo Shinjuku Entertainment Tour: $34
- Authentic Sumo Experience in Tokyo : Enter the Sanctuary: $178
- Best of Tokyo Private Tour for Yokohama Cruise Passengers: $123
- Casual Japanese SAKE tasting and snack experience in Kabukicho: $41
- Chef's Choice Sushi & Tempura Luxury Foodie Tour in Ginza: $221
- Cherry Blossom Boat tour in Yokohama, Minato Mirai: $41
- Cherry Blossom Viewing from a Boat: Tour in Yokohama Minato Mirai: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKunming $18Yokohama $18
Sample the Local Flavors in Yokohama
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Yokohama:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: $26
- Tokyo Roppongi Burlesque show: $41
- Tantra Tokyo Burlesque Show Club: $69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kunming and Yokohama, we can see that Yokohama is more expensive. And not only is Kunming much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kunming would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kunming 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 Kunming.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kunming Expensive? and Is Yokohama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kunming or Yokohama?
Yokohama has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Kunming. When comparing the sizes of Kunming and Yokohama, 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.
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.