Which place is cheaper, Kanchanaburi or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aqaba or Kanchanaburi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Kanchanaburi, 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: Aqaba or Kanchanaburi?
Aqaba
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
Kanchanaburi
If the hustle and bustle of the big city of Bangkok is just getting to you, there's an easy escape. Kanchanaburi, Thailand is a city located at the meeting of Kwai Noi and Kwai Yai, and is ideal for backpackers looking to reflect and relax. With easily accessible waterfalls and national parks, you'll wonder why anyone ever leaves.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $127Kanchanaburi $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Kanchanaburi is $42. 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 Aqaba and Kanchanaburi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Kanchanaburi $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Kanchanaburi $38
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Kanchanaburi
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Kanchanaburi? 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: Aqaba Hotel Prices and Kanchanaburi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Kanchanaburi $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- transfer from aqaba airport to aqaba city(or hotel ): $50
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Port Private Transfer: $80
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Border Terminal Private Transfer: $85
- Wadi Araba Border (Eilat) Private Transfer To Petra: $135
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border : $133
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Amman Airport: $101
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $45
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Petra: $59
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $29
- Private Transfers from Wadi Rum: Dead Sea, Petra, Amman, Aqaba & vice versa: $107
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kanchanaburi
Also for Kanchanaburi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Hotel in Kanchanaburi: $116
- Private Airport Transfer : Bangkok to/from Kanchanaburi: $103
- Private Transfer from Kanchanaburi to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $171
- Private Transfer from Kanchanaburi to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $163
- Private Transfer from Ratchaburi to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $98
- Private Transfer from Ratchaburi to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Kanchanaburi?
Prices for flights to both Kanchanaburi and Aqaba 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 dayAqaba $42Kanchanaburi $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Suhaila (connecting through cooking): $50
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $64
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight + Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $87
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner : $88
- Wadi Rum New Year Eve Party (Jeep Tour + Dinner + Music + Fireworks + Overnight): $112
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- From Aqaba to Wadi Rum ,Jeep Tour with Dinner (Half Day): $185
- 4 Hours Jeep Tour with Overnight in Bedouin Camp and Dinner: $286
Typical Food Prices in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch$4.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Thai Cooking Class: $34
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Kanchanaburi $9.10
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour in Jeep Tour with Bedouin Guide: $81
- Discover the Depths: Aqaba's Ultimate private Dive Experience: $55
- Full-Day Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum without Overnight Stay: $85
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum : $84
- 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 2 Days Guided Hiking Tour To Wadi Rum Jebal Al Hash: $103
- 2 Days private tour Petra, Wadi Rum (overnight) from Amman: $682
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour (Morning or Sunset) Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $28
- 2 hours Jeep tour in Wadi Rum with Bedouin guide (incl. bottled water and tea): $100
- 2-Hour Private Scuba Experience in Aqaba : $48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kanchanaburi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Kanchanaburi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Entry Park TreeHouse$5.46
Tours and Activities in Kanchanaburi
For Kanchanaburi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Discovery Bike Tour: $16
- Cycling to visit Local Experience and Learn Culture with Local expert: $28
- E-Scooter Tour in Kanchanaburi: $30
- Full Day Kanchanaburi River Kwai Experience: $84
- Bangkok: Erawan Waterfall, River Kwai & Death Railway Tour: $95
- Private Tour: Trekking Kanchanaburi Forest to Tham Than Lod: $108
- Erawan Waterfall & Train Tour from Kanchanaburi – Full Day: $110
- Erawan Waterfalls & Phra That Cave Tour : from Bangkok: $111
- Amazing Boat Trip River Kwai and Erawan Falls Full Day Tour: $116
- Private Tour: Kanchanaburi Local Thai Life and City Discovery: $139
- Kanchanaburi River Kwai & Hellfire Pass Private Tour: $144
- Bangkok: Kanchanaburi and Erawan Waterfall Private Tour: $149
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Kanchanaburi $8.03
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Kanchanaburi, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Kanchanaburi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Kanchanaburi is in Asia, 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 Kanchanaburi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kanchanaburi 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 Aqaba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aqaba than you might in Kanchanaburi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Kanchanaburi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Kanchanaburi?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Kanchanaburi. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Kanchanaburi, 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 Aqaba or Kanchanaburi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Aqaba or Kanchanaburi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Kanchanaburi. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kanchanaburi throughout the year.
July to October in Kanchanaburi is the rainy season. Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Kanchanaburi. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kanchanaburi receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Kanchanaburi. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kanchanaburi receives 176 hours of full sun.
It's very hot in Aqaba this time of the year. Aqaba is a little warmer than Kanchanaburi in the summer. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Kanchanaburi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Kanchanaburi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Kanchanaburi in the Autumn?
Both Kanchanaburi and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Kanchanaburi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Kanchanaburi is November to May. The rainy season in Kanchanaburi is July to October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Kanchanaburi. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Kanchanaburi. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kanchanaburi receives 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Kanchanaburi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Kanchanaburi during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Kanchanaburi receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Aqaba is around the same temperature as Kanchanaburi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Aqaba in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Kanchanaburi averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Kanchanaburi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Kanchanaburi in the Winter?
Both Kanchanaburi and Aqaba during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kanchanaburi year-round.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Kanchanaburi. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Kanchanaburi receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Kanchanaburi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the winter, Aqaba often gets less sunshine than Kanchanaburi. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kanchanaburi receives 276 hours of full sun.
In January, Aqaba is generally much colder than Kanchanaburi. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 14°C (57°F), and Kanchanaburi fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Kanchanaburi 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Kanchanaburi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Kanchanaburi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Kanchanaburi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to May in Kanchanaburi is the dry season. In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Kanchanaburi. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kanchanaburi receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kanchanaburi this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kanchanaburi during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Kanchanaburi receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.
The heat can be very extreme in Kanchanaburi. Aqaba is cooler than Kanchanaburi in the spring. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Kanchanaburi fluctuates around 32°C (89°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Kanchanaburi 32°C (89°F)
Typical Weather for Kanchanaburi and Aqaba
| Aqaba | Kanchanaburi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 32°C (89°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 30°C (87°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 218 mm (8.6 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
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