Which place is cheaper, Benxi or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Benxi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Benxi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Benxi?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $86Benxi $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $86, while the average daily cost in Benxi is $97. 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 Bangkok and Benxi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $47Benxi $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $94Benxi $96
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Benxi
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $6.53Benxi $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.47
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Skytrain Ticket$4.94
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.99
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Ferry Ride$0.80
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Taxi From Airport$7.72
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Short Taxi Ride$2.78
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Boat Taxi$1.54
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Trains to airport$4.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Bus transfer from/to Bangkok Don Mueang Airport: $7.68
- Suvarnabhumi Airport Bus transfer to/from Bangkok: $8.78
- Bangkok Private Airport (BKK And DMK) Transfer: $14
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Arrival Transfer (Shared or Private): $15
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Departure Transfer (Shared or Private): $15
- Private transfer from Hotel in Bangkok to BKK Airport : $15
- Bangkok Airport Arrival – Shared Transfer: $16
- Arrival Transfer from BKK Airport to Bangkok Hotel: $17
- Transfer Bangkok City Center to Suvarnabhumi Airport(BKK): $18
- Private Bangkok Airport Transfer: $19
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Bangkok APT-HTL (BKK): $19
- Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel (SHA Plus): $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Benxi?
Prices for flights to both Benxi and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $21Benxi $31
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$28
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$6.18
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.39
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.93
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$6.18
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Pad Thai$2.16
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Airport Lunch for 2$17
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Lunch for 2$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $21
- Meridian Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $21
- Baiyoke Sky Observation Deck With Dinner or Lunch & Thai Massage: $23
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $23
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $26
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $26
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $26
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $27
- White Orchid Dinner Cruise Luxury Experience in Bangkok: $28
- Twilight Dinner Cruise Along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok: $28
- Scenic Bangkok Unicorn Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River: $29
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $30
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Benxi $7.50
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$4.94
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$11
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.54
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$6.18
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Club Cover Charge$12
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$74
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Fish Pedicure$4.63
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$3.09
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Siriraj Museum (2)$12
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Road to Democracy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Thailand's Modern Politics: $5.00
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket: Ayutthaya Floating Market: $5.96
- Skip the Line: Ayutthaya Floating Market Admission Ticket: $5.96
- Skip the line Admission Ticket: Ayutthaya Floating Market: $6.20
- Chinatown by Night Walking Tour in Bangkok: $6.42
- Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour (entry not incl.): $10
- Chinatown & Golden Buddha Self-Guided Audio Tour (entry not incl): $10
- Skip the Line: Patpong Museum Guided Tour : $11
- Nakhon Pathom Ancient Capital Classic Day Tour: $12
- Hua Hin Featured Day Tour (Sunday) by akGO! Tour: $12
- Discover a Taste of Chinatown – 2 Hr Walking Tour: $12
- Erawan Museum Ticket: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $6.76Benxi $7.90
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.24
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Bangkok After Dark: Pub Crawl Adventure: $23
- Pub Crawl: $27
When comparing the travel costs between Bangkok and Benxi, we can see that Benxi is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Benxi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Benxi?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Benxi. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok 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.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok or Benxi?
Benxi has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bangkok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bangkok or Benxi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Benxi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
In the summer, Bangkok is a little warmer than Benxi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Benxi averages at about 25°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Benxi this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives less sunshine than Benxi during summer. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.
Benxi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Benxi. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Benxi 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Benxi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Benxi. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Benxi. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Benxi fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Benxi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the autumn, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Benxi. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 216 hours of full sun.
Bangkok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Benxi. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Benxi 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Benxi in the Winter?
Both Benxi and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
Benxi can get quite cold in the winter. Bangkok is much warmer than Benxi in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Benxi fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Benxi during winter. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Benxi receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bangkok usually receives around the same amount of rain as Benxi. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Bangkok is November to February.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Benxi -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Benxi in the Spring?
Both Benxi and Bangkok during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Bangkok is much warmer than Benxi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Benxi averages at about 11°C (51°F).
In Benxi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the spring, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Benxi. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Benxi receives 241 hours of full sun.
Bangkok usually gets more rain in April than Benxi. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Benxi receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year. May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Benxi 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Benxi and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
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