Which place is cheaper, Auckland or Yichang?
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 Yichang or Auckland?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Yichang or Auckland, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Yichang or Auckland?
Yichang
Yichang, China is an ancient city situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River in central China. The city is located just below the famed Three Gorges Dam and is a popular ending point for many Yangtze River cruises. Yichang offers beautiful natural scenery and ancient relics from the Three Kingdom Period.
Yichang experiences cool, rainy, winters and hot, humid, summers. Temperatures tend to stay in the 40's Fahrenheit during winter and the 80's in the summer. Spring, Summer, and Autumn are fantastic times to visit, although if you prefer to beat the heat, stay away during late summer!
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Beijing, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYichang $74Auckland $170
The average daily cost (per person) in Yichang is $74, while the average daily cost in Auckland is $170. 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 Yichang and Auckland in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYichang $25Auckland $99
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYichang $50Auckland $198
Compare Hotels in Yichang and Auckland
Looking for a hotel in Yichang or Auckland? 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: Auckland Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yichang $14Auckland $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yichang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yichang:
- Yichang Airport Transfer Service, Yichang train station Pick up: $20
- Private transfer from Yichang to Zhangjiajie: $290
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.47
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure Transfer: Auckland Central City Centre to Auckland Airport: $25
- Arrival Transfer: Auckland Airport to Auckland Central City Centre: $25
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Airport: $26
- Auckland:City Hotel Transfers to/from Cruise Ship in Minivan: $32
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland APT-HTL (AKL): $38
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland HTL-APT (AKL): $38
- Airport Private Transfer: $44
- Auckland City Hotel to Cruise Ship Transfer by SUV: $48
- Auckland Cruise Port Private Transfer to City Hotels: $54
- Auckland:Private 1 way Airport transfer to/from CBD Minivan: $59
- Private One-Way Transfer: Auckland Airport to Auckland City Hotel: $59
- Airport Private Transfer: $64
Is it cheaper to fly into Yichang or Auckland?
Prices for flights to both Auckland and Yichang 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 dayYichang $38Auckland $46
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $94
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $102
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $102
- Māori Evening Dinner and Private Show Experience: $524
- From Kiwi Bird Encounter & 3-Course Dinner Tour: $556
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yichang $18Auckland $27
Tours and Activities in Yichang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yichang are as follows:
- From Yichang to Chongqing: 5-Day Cruise with Meals: $994
- From 5-Day Yangtze River Cruise to Chongqing: $679
- Private Day Tour in Yichang to Sanyou Cave and Sanxia Waterfall : $239
- Yichang - Chongqing Yangtze Miracle Luxury 5D4N Cruise: $720
- Yichang Tourist Center to Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH): $53
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$119
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket: $9.37
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories: $12
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket: $14
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket and Guided Tour: $14
- Explore Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Vibrosaun Therapy Experience: $18
- Waitematā Harbour Cruise with Live Commentary: $21
- Gallery Highlights Tour and General Admission: $22
- Auckland Takapuna: Escape Game Adventure: $23
- Scenic Boat Cruise to the Riverhead Tavern: $25
- Auckland CBD: Escape Game Adventure: $26
- Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland : $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYichang $14Auckland $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Island Wine Tour & Local Wine Tasting: $111
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $119
- Waiheke Island: Wine Tour + Lunch at Award Winning Venue: $146
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $161
- Double Decker City Tour with Wine Tastings & Food: $163
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $165
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $176
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $180
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $184
- City Tour with Wine Tasting and Black Sand Beach: $205
- Shore Excursion from Auckland - Private Tour & Wine Tasting: $281
- Waiheke Island Scenic Wine Tour: $305
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yichang and Auckland, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Yichang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Yichang is in Asia and Auckland is in Pacific, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Yichang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yichang 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland than you might in Yichang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yichang Expensive? and Is Auckland Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yichang or Auckland?
Yichang has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Auckland. When comparing the sizes of Yichang and Auckland, 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 Yichang or Auckland?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Auckland is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Yichang has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Yichang or Auckland in the Summer?
Both Auckland and Yichang during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Auckland because of the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Yichang is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the summer temperatures in Yichang in July average around 29°C (85°F), and Auckland averages at about 20°C (68°F)in January.
In Auckland, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Yichang. In the summer, Yichang often gets less sunshine than Aucklandin January. Yichang gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auckland receives 240 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yichang. Yichang usually gets more rain in July than Aucklandin January. Yichang gets 229 mm (9 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryYichang 29°C (85°F)Auckland 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Yichang or Auckland in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Yichang and Auckland. Also, the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene are the main draw to Auckland this time of year.
In October, Yichang is generally a little warmer than Aucklandin April. Daily temperatures in Yichang average around 20°C (67°F), and Auckland fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
Yichang usually receives less sunshine than Auckland during autumn. Yichang gets 134 hours of sunny skies, while Auckland receives 162 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Yichang usually receives less rain than Aucklandin April. Yichang gets 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilYichang 20°C (67°F)Auckland 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Yichang or Auckland in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Yichang as well as Auckland. Also, many travelers come to Auckland for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Yichang is much colder than Auckland in the winter. The daily temperature in Yichang averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Auckland fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
In the winter, Yichang often gets less sunshine than Aucklandin July. Yichang gets 92 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auckland receives 141 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Auckland. Yichang usually gets less rain in January than Aucklandin July. Yichang gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyYichang 6°C (43°F)Auckland 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Yichang or Auckland in the Spring?
Both Auckland and Yichang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Auckland in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Yichang is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the spring temperatures in Yichang in April average around 18°C (65°F), and Auckland averages at about 14°C (58°F)in October.
Yichang usually receives less sunshine than Auckland during spring. Yichang gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Auckland receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Yichang usually receives more rain than Aucklandin October. Yichang gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberYichang 18°C (65°F)Auckland 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Auckland and Yichang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (80°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 229 mm (9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 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.