Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Tianjin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Tianjin or Nagoya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tianjin or Nagoya? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tianjin or Nagoya?
Tianjin
Tianjin is a large metropolis on the north east coast of China. This ancient city, which dates back to prehistoric times, is one of five National Central Cities of China and is rich in culture and history. Tianjin is most famous for its beautiful walking streets and history of European concession territories.
Tianjin experiences hot and humid summers, with temperatures reaching 90 degrees Fahrenheit. Winters are cool and dry with temperatures around 15° (F). Spring and Autumn tend to be the best times to visit as weather is a little more mild, although Spring has a tendency to be a little rainy.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
-
Tianjin Prices
China PricesNagoya Prices
Japan Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTianjin $92Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Tianjin is $92, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Tianjin and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTianjin $35Nagoya $48
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTianjin $70Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Tianjin and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Tianjin or Nagoya? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tianjin $37Nagoya $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tianjin
Also for Tianjin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [Airport Transfer] Tianjin Airport ⇔ Tianjin City Transfer ☆ High reputation for service <Charter charter>: $13
- Tianjin Railway Station Private Transfer to Cruise Port: $32
- Tianjin Private Transfer to Gubei Water Town and Simatai Great Wall: $196
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Railway Station to Cruise Port: $80
- Tianjin Private Transfer from Cruise Port to Railway Station: $80
- Tianjin Private Round-Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Great Wall: $112
- Tianjin Private Round Trip Transfer to Huangyaguan Pass and Eastern Qing Tombs: $132
- Tianjin International Cruise Port Private Transfer to City Hotels : $80
- Tianjin Cruise Port to Hotels in Beijing Downtown Shared Transfer: $95
- Tianjin Cruise Port Transfer To Tianjin Airport one way private transfer: $50
- Tianjin Cruise Port Private Transfer to Binhai Railway Station: $32
- Tianjin Binhai International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $296
- Nagoya Private Transfer To or From Suzuka Service: $292
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) - Departure Private Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Tianjin or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Tianjin 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 dayTianjin $36Nagoya $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tianjin $10Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Tianjin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tianjin.
- Private Tour to Uncover Tianjin’s Must-Visit Bucket-List Spots : $248
- 1 Day Tianjin City Essence Tour from Tianjin Port: $235
- 4-Hour Tianjin Shore Excursion to Shijia Mansion with Bullet Train Experience: $210
- 5-Hour Private Tianjin Shopping Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $179
- All-inclusive Day Tour: China House, Five Avenues, Ancient Street & Tianjin Eye: $224
- All-inclusive Tianjin Day Tour to Qing Emperor's Tomb & Huangyaguan Great Wall : $278
- Bullet Train Private Tour: Beijing Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City & Great Wall: $239
- From Beijing: Tianjin Highlights Day Tour by High-Speed Rail: $289
- Huangyaguan Great Wall Layover Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $265
- Private Great Wall Tour from Tianjin Cruise Port: $248
- Private Tianjin City Highlight Day Tour: $188
- Private Tianjin City Night Tour with Haihe River Cruise: $176
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Buddhas at a Temple and Tea Ceremony Experience: $91
- 2 Hour Private Scenic Mountain Castle Tour in Gifu: $76
- A Fun Car Tour to Inuyama Castle and a Phallus: $160
- A tour to enjoy Japanese official gambling (horse racing, bicycle racing, pachinko): $72
- All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting Tour in Nagoya: $185
- Arimatsu townscape walk & aperture experience: Accompanying professional photographer: $138
- Atsuta Shrine Visit and Sweets Making Experience in Nagoya: $276
- Autumn Leaves Private Tour in Nagoya: $172
- Bus Tour to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go with Hida Pork Lunch : $81
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- Experience the Soul of the Sword-smith : Samurai Spirit in Seki: $242
- From Nagoya Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Lunch: $93
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayTianjin $11Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tianjin and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Tianjin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tianjin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tianjin 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya than you might in Tianjin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tianjin Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tianjin or Nagoya?
Tianjin has a larger population, and is about 72% larger than the population of Nagoya. When comparing the sizes of Tianjin and Nagoya, 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 Tianjin or Nagoya?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Tianjin or Nagoya in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tianjin and Nagoya. Furthermore, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nagoya this time of year.
In July, Tianjin is generally around the same temperature as Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Tianjin average around 27°C (80°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tianjin usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during summer. Tianjin gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 170 hours of full sun in the summer.
Nagoya receives a lot of rain in the summer. Tianjin gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Tianjin gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyTianjin 27°C (80°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Nagoya in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tianjin as well as Nagoya. Additionally, many travelers come to Nagoya for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Tianjin is cooler than Nagoya in the autumn. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around 15°C (58°F) in October, and Nagoya fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tianjin this time of the year. In the autumn, Tianjin often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Tianjin gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 176 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagoya. Tianjin usually gets less rain in October than Nagoya. Tianjin gets 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTianjin 15°C (58°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Nagoya in the Winter?
Both Nagoya and Tianjin are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Nagoya in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Nagoya can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Tianjin. In the winter, Tianjin is much colder than Nagoya. Typically, the winter temperatures in Tianjin in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Nagoya averages at about 4°C (40°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. Tianjin usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during winter. Tianjin gets 201 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 180 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Tianjin gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTianjin -3°C (27°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Nagoya in the Spring?
Both Nagoya and Tianjin during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Nagoya for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Tianjin is generally around the same temperature as Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Tianjin average around 14°C (58°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Tianjin. In the spring, Tianjin often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Tianjin gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 189 hours of full sun.
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tianjin usually gets less rain in April than Nagoya. Tianjin gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilTianjin 14°C (58°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Tianjin
| Tianjin | Nagoya | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.