Which place is cheaper, Benxi or Yogyakarta?
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 Yogyakarta or Benxi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Yogyakarta or Benxi? 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: Yogyakarta or Benxi?
Yogyakarta
Yogyakarta, also called Yogya, Jogja, and Jogjakarta, is Java's hub of culture and art, and is the top-visited destination on the island. While Jakarta is the most populated and industrially-developed city in Indonesia, Yogya has managed to progress without losing its cultural charm, as illustrated in its well-kept traditional Indonesian architecture.
Benxi
Benxi, China is a city in the south east of the Liaoning Province in northeast China. The city itself is a major industrial hub, but is best known for the Benxi Shuidong National Park where you'll find the famous five million year old water cave. Benxi experiences cold winters, with weather being less enjoyable for touring from November through March. May through August see much warmer weather, getting up to the high 80's Fahrenheit in late summer. September and October are also good times to visit as temperatures cool to 60-70 degrees.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Indonesia, The Best Eco Tours in Indonesia, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China.
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Yogyakarta Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayYogyakarta $64Benxi $118
The average daily cost (per person) in Yogyakarta is $64, while the average daily cost in Benxi is $118. 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 Yogyakarta and Benxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personYogyakarta $35Benxi $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomYogyakarta $70Benxi $94
Compare Hotels in Yogyakarta and Benxi
Looking for a hotel in Yogyakarta or Benxi? 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: Yogyakarta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Yogyakarta $1.28Benxi $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yogyakarta
Also for Yogyakarta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Airport Yogyakarta (JOG) to All City Destination: $7.00
- Indonesia: Yogyakarta Airport Transfer: $14
- Private Transfer Airport Jogyakarta ( Adisucipto ): $25
- Yogyakarta Airport Transfer ( Private Service ): $28
- Jomblang Cave Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Yogyakarta Private Departure Transfer- Yogyakarta Hotel to Airport: $34
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Karangwaru: $35
- Private Transfer from Kricak to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Panembahan to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Yogyakarta Airport (JOG) to Panembahan: $35
- Private Transfer from Musikanan to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
- Private Transfer from Pekuncen to Yogyakarta Airport (JOG): $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Yogyakarta or Benxi?
Prices for flights to both Benxi and Yogyakarta 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 dayYogyakarta $19Benxi $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Kotagede Night Food Tour: $27
- Yogyakarta Historical Walking and Food Tour: $29
- Yogyakarta Evening Walking and Food Tour: $30
- Prawirotaman Night Food Tour: $35
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class and Market Tour : $35
- Small-Group Walking and Food Tour by Night in Yogyakarta: $36
- Yogyakarta Night Food Tour: $48
- Yogyakarta Day Food Tour: $48
- Prambanan Sunset and Ramayana Ballet with Dinner: $65
- Yogyakarta Cooking Class: $71
- Private Ramayana Ballet Performance Tour at Prambanan with Dinner: $104
- Prambanan Temple and Ramayana Ballet Show (VIP Seat with dinner): $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Yogyakarta $15Benxi $7.41
Tours and Activities in Yogyakarta
For Yogyakarta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chicken Church at Karangrejo Village Admission Ticket: $1.84
- Java Puppets Museum Admission Ticket: $2.50
- Half Day Keraton and Taman Sari Tour: $10
- Yogyakarta Merapi Volcano Jeep Adventure with English/France/Italia guide: $16
- Mount Merapi Sunrise , Jomblang cave and Pindul Cave Tour : $20
- Official Tickets - Experience Ramayana Ballet Jogja Show: $20
- Roro Jonggrang Ballet in City Center Official Tickets MURI Award: $20
- Private Borobudur Village Tour by Bike: $25
- Rent a Car Private Day tour with Driver : $25
- Borobudur ( Guarantee ClimbUP ) and Prambanan Temple Day Tour: $26
- Yogyakarta Borobudur Sunset Shared Guided Tour : $26
- FUN Cycling Tour De Temples: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayYogyakarta $4.74Benxi $7.81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Yogyakarta and Benxi, we can see that Benxi is more expensive. And not only is Yogyakarta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Yogyakarta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Yogyakarta 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 Benxi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Benxi than you might in Yogyakarta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Yogyakarta Expensive? and Is Benxi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Yogyakarta or Benxi?
Benxi has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of Yogyakarta. When comparing the sizes of Yogyakarta and Benxi, 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.