Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Tianjin?
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 Tianjin or Pyeongchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tianjin or Pyeongchang? 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 Pyeongchang?
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.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Cultural Tours in China, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTianjin $92Pyeongchang $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Tianjin is $92, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $133. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTianjin $35Pyeongchang $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTianjin $70Pyeongchang $122
Compare Hotels in Tianjin and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Tianjin or Pyeongchang? 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: Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tianjin $37Pyeongchang $24
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Tianjin or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang 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
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Food Meals for one dayTianjin $36Pyeongchang $47
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tianjin $10Pyeongchang $50
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 Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Alpensia 2D1N Ski Lift Tour: $141
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTianjin $11Pyeongchang $8.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tianjin and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Tianjin or Pyeongchang?
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 Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tianjin and Pyeongchang.
Tianjin is around the same temperature as Pyeongchang in the summer. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
In Tianjin, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tianjin usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during summer. Tianjin gets 224 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun in the summer.
Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang. Tianjin gets 185 mm (7.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTianjin 27°C (80°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tianjin as well as Pyeongchang.
In the autumn, Tianjin is around the same temperature as Pyeongchang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tianjin in October average around 15°C (58°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 15°C (60°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 Pyeongchang. Tianjin gets 227 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Tianjin usually gets less rain in October than Pyeongchang. Tianjin gets 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTianjin 15°C (58°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Tianjin are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Pyeongchang can be very cold. Tianjin can be very cold during winter. In January, Tianjin is generally much colder than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Tianjin average around -3°C (27°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tianjin. Tianjin usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Pyeongchang during winter. Tianjin gets 201 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tianjin usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Tianjin gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTianjin -3°C (27°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Tianjin or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
Both Pyeongchang and Tianjin during the spring are popular places to visit.
Tianjin is a little warmer than Pyeongchang in the spring. The daily temperature in Tianjin averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Pyeongchang, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Tianjin. In the spring, Tianjin often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Tianjin gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun.
Tianjin usually gets less rain in April than Pyeongchang. Tianjin gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTianjin 14°C (58°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Tianjin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (31°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 9 mm (0.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 21°C (69°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.