Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Bangkok?
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 Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
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 Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina?
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.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $103Buenos Aires, Argentina $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $103, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $59. 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $49Buenos Aires, Argentina $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $98Buenos Aires, Argentina $84
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina? 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 and Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $6.42Buenos Aires, Argentina $2.20
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$2.46
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Skytrain Ticket$4.91
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.98
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Ferry Ride$0.80
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Taxi From Airport$7.67
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Short Taxi Ride$2.76
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Boat Taxi$1.53
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Trains to airport$4.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Airport Private Transfers from Suvarnabhumi BKK to Bangkok City: $38
- Airport Transfer Camry/Fortuner or Similar: $45
- Airport Transfer: Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok by Luxury Car: $129
- Airport Transfer: Bangkok to Bangkok Airport BKK by Luxury Van: $105
- Airport private Transfer from Bangkok City to Suvarnabhumi BKK: $38
- Airport to Airport Transfer in Bangkok: $66
- Airport transfer to Bangkok downtown: $25
- Arrival Private Transfers from Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok in Business Car: $77
- Arrival Private Transfers from Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok in Luxury Van: $103
- Arrival Private Transfers: Don Mueang Airport DMK to Bangkok in Business Car: $82
- Arrival Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok City by Sedan: $77
- Arrival Transfer: Don Mueang Airport DMK to Bangkok by Luxury Van: $98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- 8hr Buenos Aires City Tour and Airport Transfer Combo: $298
- Airport Transfer: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Business Car: $118
- Airport Transfer: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Luxury Van: $145
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE by Business Car: $111
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE by Luxury Van: $145
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport AEP to Buenos Aires in Luxury Car: $128
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $145
- Arrival Transfer Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires City by Sedan: $68
- Arrival Transfer: Airport AEP to Buenos Aires by Business Car: $118
- Arrival Transfer: Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Sedan: $118
- Best Tango Show with Private Transfer: $111
- Buenos Aires : Aljibe, Tango and folklore show with Transfers.: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 $36Buenos Aires, Argentina $7.95
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)$6.14
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.38
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.92
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$6.14
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Pad Thai$2.15
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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.
- Baiyoke Sky Hotel Observation Deck Ticket with Lunch or Dinner: $24
- Twilight Dinner Cruise Along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok: $25
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $27
- Chao Phraya Princess Sunset and Dinner Cruise: $27
- Bangkok Sawasdee Sunset Dinner Cruise from ICONSIAM+Beer FreeFlow: $27
- Chao Phraya River Meridian Dinner Buffet Cruise Tour: $28
- Chao Phraya Princess Bangkok Sunset Dinner Cruise: $29
- Alangka Bangkok Sunset Dinner Cruise: $30
- Bangkok Sunset or Evening Dinner Cruise (The Planet Cruise): $30
- Smile Riverside Cruise Luxury Buffet Dinner from Bangkok: $31
- Nopparat’s Traditional Thai Dinner & Dance: $31
- Bangkok Newest Luxury Noah Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise: $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $35
- BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $39
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show Ticket Including Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $39
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $40
- BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class & Wine Tasting in Palermo: $43
- BA: Premium Empanadas & Alfajores Cooking Experience in Palermo: $43
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $43
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Optional Traditional Bus Transfer: $46
- El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires with Optional Dinner: $47
- El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner and Transfers: $47
- Tango Dinner Show Homero Manzi menu Sur: $49
- BA: Empanadas and Alfajores Cooking Experience in Palermo: $49
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Buenos Aires, Argentina $32
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$4.91
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$11
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.53
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$6.14
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Club Cover Charge$12
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$74
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Fish Pedicure$4.60
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$3.07
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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:
- Bangkok Chinatown Eats: A Self-guided Audio Tour: $5.13
- Bangkok Noi Canal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Bangkok Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- Chao Phraya Tourist Hop-On-Hop-Off Sightseeing Boat from Bangkok: $6.28
- Bangkok Walking Tour 2h40 and 22 audio reviews: $6.75
- Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour (entry not incl.): $6.99
- Wat Pho Reclining Buddha Self-Guided Audio Tour (entry not incl.): $6.99
- Chinatown & Golden Buddha Self-Guided Audio Tour (entry not incl): $6.99
- Bangkok's Wireless Road: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Erawan Museum & Ancient City Admission Ticket - Bangkok: $10
- Skip the Line: Patpong Museum Guided Tour: $11
- Bangkok Meland Siam Paragon Entry Ticket: $11
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Literature Self-Guided Audio Tour in Buenos Aires: $6.72
- Buenos Aires Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h30 and 18 reviews: $7.16
- Discover Buenos Aires: A Self-Guided Tour: $8.27
- Recoleta Cemetery Buenos Aires Tour with Audioguide (no ticket): $9.46
- The Women Behind Puerto Madero’s Streets: A Self Guided Tour: $9.99
- Small Group Buenos Aires Walking Tour: $10
- Walking Tour in Retreat Palaces and Trains and Authentic Mate.: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Discover Caminito and Tango: $11
- Private Tour of La Boca and Caminito: $12
- Guided tour of the Mate Museum: $13
- Palermo Graffiti Tour: $13
- Graffiti Tour: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.52Buenos Aires, Argentina $9.69
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$1.23
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Sunset Rooftop, TukTuk Ride, Night Market & Bar Crawl: $21
- The Original Speakeasy & Iconic Venues Pub Crawl: $22
- GoGo Bar Crawl With Party Vehicle and Party Guide: $63
- Bangkok Bar Crawl by Tuk Tuk: $69
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Exclusive Malbec Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $42
- Argentine Wine Tasting in Caminito with Appetizers Included: $45
- BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $54
- Malbec Wine Tasting at Boutique Hotel in Palermo: $59
- Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $60
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $60
- Tango Lesson and Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires, Argentina: $65
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $85
- Wine Tasting Boutique in Buenos Aires: $94
- Private Malbec Wine Tasting Experience in Buenos Aires: $95
- Private argentinian wine tasting in downtown: $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Buenos Aires, Argentina is in South America, 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Bangkok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangkok than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Bangkok. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Buenos Aires, Argentina, 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
In the summer, Bangkok is a little warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Bangkok usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during summer. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In July, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBangkok 29°C (84°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Bangkok during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the autumn, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun.
Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year. November to February is the dry season in Bangkok. May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBangkok 28°C (83°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
Bangkok is much warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F)in July.
In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during winter. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter. November to February in Bangkok is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBangkok 27°C (80°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Bangkok is much warmer than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (64°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the spring, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Bangkok usually gets less rain in April than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year. May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBangkok 31°C (87°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Bangkok
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| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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