A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nanchang vs. Kampong Cham for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nanchang or Kampong Cham?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Nanchang and Kampong Cham can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Nanchang or Kampong Cham?

Nanchang

Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.

Kampong Cham

Kampong Cham is the sixth largest city in the country, located in the east of Cambodia. Just two and a half hours away from Phnom Penh is a surprisingly large province by the same name. Kampong Cham is the capital of this province, a quiet town on the west side of the Mekong River. While the town does not cater to tourists like other large cities such as Siem Reap and Phnom Penh, the charm of Kampong Cham lies in the beauty and simplicity of local life. Visitors will also get a glimpse into agricultural life on the plantations of rubber trees, tobacco and cashews.

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 in Cambodia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Cambodia.


Which place is cheaper, Kampong Cham or Nanchang?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Nanchang Prices
    China Prices
    Kampong Cham Prices
    Cambodia Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Nanchang $83
    Kampong Cham $36

The average daily cost (per person) in Nanchang is $83, while the average daily cost in Kampong Cham is $36. 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 Nanchang and Kampong Cham in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nanchang $20
    Kampong Cham $20
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nanchang $40
    Kampong Cham $40
Compare Hotels in Nanchang and Kampong Cham

Looking for a hotel in Nanchang or Kampong Cham? 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.

Hotels in Nanchang


Hotels in Kampong Cham


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nanchang $11
    Kampong Cham $7.67

Is it cheaper to fly into Nanchang or Kampong Cham?

Prices for flights to both Kampong Cham and Nanchang 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Nanchang $56
    Kampong Cham $11

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nanchang $4.63
    Kampong Cham $5.76

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nanchang $6.41
    Kampong Cham $5.47


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nanchang and Kampong Cham, we can see that Nanchang is more expensive. And not only is Kampong Cham much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kampong Cham would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampong Cham 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 Nanchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanchang than you might in Kampong Cham.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nanchang Expensive? and Is Kampong Cham Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nanchang or Kampong Cham?

Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Kampong Cham. When comparing the sizes of Nanchang and Kampong Cham, 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.