Which place is cheaper, Sihanoukville or Ayutthaya?
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 Ayutthaya or Sihanoukville?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Ayutthaya or Sihanoukville? 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: Ayutthaya or Sihanoukville?
Ayutthaya
Once the largest city in the world, Ayutthaya, is the example of an ancient capital within a modern city. Located in the central plains of Thailand, this spot is ideally located between China, India and the Malay Archipelago creating the perfect place for trade in Asia. Eighteenth century maps from Holland and France show golden palaces, large ceremony spots and trading vessels from all over the world. Suddenly, in 1767, Ayutthaya experienced a tragic fall from grace with a Burmese invasion burning much of the city to the ground.
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, also known by locals as Kompong Som, was named after King Sihanouk. Also Cambodia's youngest city, construction started in 1955 to build Cambodia's first and only deep water port so that ships would no longer have to go through the Mekong Delta in order to trade with Cambodia. Today, many visit Sihanoukville as a hub to visit Cambodia's islands.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Thailand, The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia.
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Ayutthaya Prices
Thailand PricesSihanoukville Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAyutthaya $86Sihanoukville $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Ayutthaya is $86, while the average daily cost in Sihanoukville is $65. 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 Ayutthaya and Sihanoukville in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAyutthaya $24Sihanoukville $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAyutthaya $48Sihanoukville $46
Compare Hotels in Ayutthaya and Sihanoukville
Looking for a hotel in Ayutthaya or Sihanoukville? 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: Ayutthaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ayutthaya $29Sihanoukville $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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River Ferry Crossing$0.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Private Taxi Transfer From Kampot - Phnom Penh City: $46
- Private Shuttle Transfer From Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh: $57
- Sihanoukville To Phnom Penh Private Transfer Mini-Van-Car: $65
- Private Taxi Transfer Sihanoukville - Battambang Car - Mini-Van: $107
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by Alphard 2010: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Ayutthaya or Sihanoukville?
Prices for flights to both Sihanoukville and Ayutthaya 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 dayAyutthaya $39Sihanoukville $32
Typical Food Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of dining costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$4.40
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Ice Cream$0.94
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Breakfast for 2$4.40
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Breakfast for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sihanoukville
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sihanoukville.
- Cooking class in Kampot: $20
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ayutthaya $31Sihanoukville $5.37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Temple Entrances (2)$6.28
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Wat Entrance$1.57
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tuktuk Countryside tour: Pepper farm, Salt field & Secret lake: $18
- La Plantation tour (discovering Kampot Pepper) + Lunch: $21
- Kampot Tour Pepper Plantation, Salt Field, Cave, Secret Lake: $21
- Half day tour with countryside include Pepper farm Kampot : $22
- Full day Tour, Countryside, Pepper farm & Kep, crab market...: $25
- Kampot Countryside Tour - Pepper Farm, Salt Lake, Caves, and more: $25
- SUP Tour in Mangrove Forest of Koh Rong Sanloem: $28
- Kampot Day Tour "Bokor National Park": $29
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Half-Day Adventure to the Pepper Farm by Scooter: $30
- Full Day Pepper Farm Adventure by Scooter: $45
- Kampot Countryside & Kayak Tour, Pepper Farm include lunch : $46
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAyutthaya $21Sihanoukville $4.42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ayutthaya and Sihanoukville, we can see that Ayutthaya is more expensive. And not only is Sihanoukville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sihanoukville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sihanoukville 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 Ayutthaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ayutthaya than you might in Sihanoukville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ayutthaya Expensive? and Is Sihanoukville Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ayutthaya or Sihanoukville?
Sihanoukville has a larger population, and is about 91% larger than the population of Ayutthaya. When comparing the sizes of Ayutthaya and Sihanoukville, 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.