Which place is cheaper, Krabi or Aqaba?
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 Aqaba or Krabi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Krabi, 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 Krabi?
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.
Krabi
Krabi is both a large town and region in southern Thailand. While the region is covered in beaches, if you're more interested in immersion in Thai culture than the salty ocean, consider a trip to "Krabi Town". Pronounced "Grabee," this small, but bustling city is just up the river from the coast, and is the gateway to the beaches in the surrounding Province of Krabi (where you'll find famous places such as Railay, Ao Nang, Haad Yao, and plenty of others). Krabi Town is full of hotels, agencies, and western restaurants, but if you look hard enough, you'll easily see the energy and life of Thailand. While there are no beaches in the town itself, there is plenty of Thai culture to experience. There's a good chance you'll be passing through on your way to one of the famous beaches, so take advantage of your brief time here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAqaba $157Krabi $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $157, while the average daily cost in Krabi is $72. 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 Krabi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAqaba $59Krabi $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAqaba $118Krabi $82
Compare Hotels in Aqaba and Krabi
Looking for a hotel in Aqaba or Krabi? 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 Krabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aqaba $24Krabi $4.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aqaba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
- Wadi Rum: Private Transfer to Aqaba through Hotel Pickup: $68
- Wadi Rum: One-Way Transfer to/from Aqaba by Private Car: $80
- Wadi Rum to Aqaba Port Private Transfer – Comfortable & Reliable: $80
- Wadi Araba Border Private Transfer To Petra: $105
- Transfers , Meet & Assistance at Wadi Araba Crossing Border: $153
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Wadi rum: $120
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Petra: $59
- Transfer from Aqaba City Or TalaBay to Amman Airport: $101
- Transfer from Aqaba Airport to Petra: $60
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Wadi rum: $140
- Transfer From Aqaba Airport to Aqaba City Or TalaBay: $25
- Snorkeling in The Red Sea With Equipment And Free Transfer: $51
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$9.12
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Short Tuk-Tuk Ride$3.04
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2 Bottles of Gasoline$2.43
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Longboat Taxi from Town$6.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- ATV Jungle Adventure in Krabi with Roundtrip Transfer: $38
- Air-Conditioned Van Charter for Krabi Airport Transfers & More: $29
- Ao Nang Kayaking at Klong Rud with Hotel Transfer: $29
- Ao Nang Krabi Thai Boxing Stadium Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $138
- Ao Nang to Krabi Private Transfer: $30
- Aonang any hotel to Khao Lak Private transfer: $104
- Aonang any hotel to Koh Lanta any hotel Private transfer: $98
- Aonang any hotel to Krabi airport Private transfer: $26
- Aonang any hotel to Phuket Airport Private transfer: $89
- Full Day Krabi Jungle Tour With Elephant Trekking Transfers: $81
- Private Van (3-8 Pers) R/T Transfer Airport-Krabi-Airport: $58
- KRABI:PVT Car (1-2 Per)Transfer KBV Airport-Aonang, Krabi Town: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Aqaba or Krabi?
Prices for flights to both Krabi 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 $73Krabi $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aqaba
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ Dinner and Drinks: $54
- "Wadi Rum Jeep Tour + Bedouin Camp & Dinner Under the Stars: $80
- Explore Wadi Rum: Jeep Tour, Bed and Breakfast, and Dinner: $82
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight in Bedouin Camp & Dinner: $100
- Wadi Rum Full Day Jeep Tour + Overnight & Dinner in Bedouin Camp: $109
- From Wadi Rum Full-Day Private Jeep Tour with Dinner: $169
- Wadi Rum Private Tour with Jeep Safari and Dinner: $220
- Half Day Sunset Tour + Dinner & overnight stay in luxury tents: $286
- Petra & Wadi Rum Private Tour with Dinner one day: $425
Typical Food Prices in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$7.60
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Drinks on the Beach$7.30
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$19
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Nice Dinner (for Two)$34
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Mango Shake$1.52
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Pad Thai$3.04
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Fruit from the Market$1.82
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Pancakes$3.04
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Coffee & Cake$2.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang, Krabi: $32
- Krabi 7 Islands Sunset Island Hopping with BBQ Dinner by Big Boat: $36
- Krabi 7 Islands Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Night Snorkeling: $40
- Snorkeling and Sunset to Krabi 7 Islands by Longtail Boat + Buffet BBQ Dinner: $40
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang: $40
- Krabi Best of 7 islands Adventure Tour with Beachside BBQ Dinner: $42
- Krabi 7 Island Sunset Tour By Long Tail Boat with BBQ Dinner: $43
- Krabi 7 Island Sunset & BBQ Dinner (Join Tour): $44
- Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling, Sunset Dinner & Plankton Night: $44
- Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang: $45
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Smart Cook: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aqaba $54Krabi $11
Tours and Activities in Aqaba
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Jordan: 3-Day Tour of Ancient Sites, Nature,&Local Culture": $317
- 03 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $61
- 04 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $73
- 05 Hrs Jeep tour in Wadi Rum: $68
- 06 Hours Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum: $84
- 2 Days & 1 Night | Jeep & Hike Tour in Wadi Rum Desert | Magic Bedouin Star: $258
- 2 Days 1 Night in Wadi Rum Jeep Tour: $204
- 2 Days Tour | Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea From Amman.: $190
- 2 Hour Jeep Tour - Wadi Rum Desert & Canyon: $35
- 2 Hours Morning or Sunset Jeep Tour in Wadi Rum Desert Highlights: $35
- 2 To 5 Hours Glass Bottom Boat Private Tour At Read Sea: $90
- 2-Hour Desert Guided Activities Tour in Wadi Rum: $50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Krabi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thai-English Book$10
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Thai Massages (for Two)$24
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Bikini & Sarong$18
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Yoga Class (1 Hour)$13
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Backgammon Set (travel size)$7.60
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Kayak Trip (for Two)$58
Tours and Activities in Krabi
For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- DIY tour - Finest selection of Krabi Hidden Gems: $8.03
- 4 Island Tour by Longtail Boat Krabi + Lunch + Pick Up + Drop Off: $20
- Klong Root Kayaking and Swimming with ATV Tour From Krabi: $21
- Blue Dragon Cabaret Show Tickets Krabi: $22
- Popular 4 Islands Tour By Classic Longtail Boat From Krabi: $22
- Jurassic World Filming Tour Kayak and ATV Adventure in Krabi: $23
- Krabi 4 Islands Tour and Snorkeling with Shared boat: $25
- Kayaking Tour at Klong Root (Crystal Lake), Krabi: $26
- Blue Dragon Cabaret Ticket Dazzling Night from Krabi: $26
- Shooting Range Experience in Krabi: $27
- Saitai Mountain Tail ATV Adventure From Krabi: $27
- Krabi Jungle Escape Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAqaba $9.07Krabi $4.84
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
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Beer$2.74
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Cocktails (for Two)$9.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Krabi
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
- Krabi Pub Crawl: $16
- Railay Pub Crawl: $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Krabi, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Krabi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Krabi 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 Krabi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krabi 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 Krabi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Krabi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aqaba or Krabi?
Aqaba has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Krabi, 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 Krabi?
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 Krabi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Krabi. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
August to October in Krabi is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Krabi. Aqaba usually gets less rain in July than Krabi. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the summer, Aqaba often gets more sunshine than Krabi. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Krabi receives 206 hours of full sun.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Krabi. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Krabi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAqaba 33°C (91°F)Krabi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Krabi in the Autumn?
Both Krabi 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 Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Krabi is December to March. The rainy season in Krabi is August to October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. In October, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Krabi. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Krabi during autumn. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Krabi receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Aqaba is around the same temperature as Krabi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Krabi fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAqaba 26°C (79°F)Krabi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Krabi in the Winter?
Both Krabi 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 Krabi year-round.
December to March is the dry season in Krabi. Aqaba usually gets less rain in January than Krabi. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Krabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the winter, Aqaba often gets less sunshine than Krabi. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Krabi receives 287 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Aqaba is much colder than Krabi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Krabi averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAqaba 14°C (57°F)Krabi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Aqaba or Krabi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Krabi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Krabi receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Krabi. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Krabi this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Krabi during spring. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Krabi receives 249 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Aqaba is generally cooler than Krabi. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Krabi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAqaba 24°C (75°F)Krabi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Krabi and Aqaba
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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