Which place is cheaper, Guilin or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Guilin?
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 Guilin 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 Guilin?
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.
Guilin
Guilin is a city in Southern China situated on the west bank of the Li River with Hunan to the north. Its name means, "Forest of Sweet Osmanthus," owing to the large number of fragrant Sweet Osmanthus trees located in the city. Products like tea, sugar, and wine, can be made from the tree and are found in many shops throughout Guilin. A popular tourist destination, the city is renowned for its scenery of karst topography with unique mountains jutting out of the urban landscape.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in China, and The Best Historical Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $86Guilin $69
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $86, while the average daily cost in Guilin is $69. 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 Guilin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $47Guilin $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $94Guilin $70
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Guilin
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Guilin? 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 $6.53Guilin $5.92
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:
- DMK Airport to Pattaya Private Arrival Transfer: $65
- 3 Temple Bangkok City Tour without Admission Ticket & Transfer: $51
- Airport Transfer to or from Hotel in Bangkok (Private Transport): $56
- Ancient City (Mueang Boran) Entrance Tickets With Hotel Transfer: $49
- Arrival Private Transfers from Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok in Business Car: $73
- Arrival Private Transfers: Don Mueang Airport DMK to Bangkok in Luxury Van: $84
- Arrival Transfer from BKK Airport to Bangkok Hotel: $17
- Ayutthaya Cultural Triangle City Tour with Transfer: $65
- Ayutthaya: Private transfer from/to Don Muang Airport (DMK): $66
- BKK Airport - Hua Hin/Cha-am 100% Electric Private Transfer : $105
- Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi) Airport Transfer - Central Bangkok Hotel: $48
- Bangkok Airport (BKK) Transfers Service : $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Guilin
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Guilin are as follows:
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Taxi$2.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guilin
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guilin:
- 2-hours Yangshuo Yulong Bamboo Boat Tour with the Round-way Private Transfers: $83
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , to Dongguan Transfer: $71
- Guilin Airport to Yangshuo: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $190
- Guilin Private Transfer in English-speaking Services: Airport to Hotel Roundtrip: $99
- Guilin Railway stations Transfer Service: $37
- Guilin Transfer Services: Airport,train station & hotel: $59
- Guilin liangjiang Airport Chauffeur Service,Guilin Airport Transfer: $57
- Four Lakes Night Cruise with Round-trip Transfer: $59
- Haikou Meilan Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer, Pick up: $75
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service ,Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Haikou Meilan International Airport Chauffeur Service, Haikou Airport Transfer: $50
- Live Show of Impression Liu San Jie including the Transfer Services: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Guilin?
Prices for flights to both Guilin 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 $21Guilin $23
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
Typical Food Prices in Guilin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Guilin:
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Fresh Coconut Drink$1.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guilin
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guilin.
- Half day Yangshuo Cooking lesson Small Group Tour: $62
- Full-Day Li-River with the 4 Star Luxury Boat VIP Room and Yangshuo Cooking Tour: $286
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Guilin $28
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Guilin
Here are a few typical costs in Guilin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to the Caves$17
Tours and Activities in Guilin
Here are a few actual costs in Guilin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guilin Four lakes night cruise with the English speaking driver from Guilin hotel: $47
- Guilin City Center Walking Group Tour at Night for Three Hours: $50
- Kayaking Adventure with Local Guide: $52
- One Day Private Longji Rice Terraces with Minority village tour: $52
- Half-Day Self-Guided Yangshuo Xianggong Hill Sunrise Tour: $52
- Guilin Classic Li River Day Tour with Xianggong Hill : $55
- Private Full-Day City Tour with Fubo Hill: $61
- Full-Day Guilin Essence and Lifestyle Walking Tour: $69
- 1-DAY Private Longji Rice Terraces and Minority Villages Tour: $70
- 1-DAy Private Guilin -Li River Cruise-Yangshuo Highlights tour: $70
- Yangshuo Old Town and 3 star Li River Cruise from Guilin: $72
- Half/Full day Yangshuo Cuiping hill Sunset Private Tour: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $6.76Guilin $5.88
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Guilin, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Guilin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Guilin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guilin 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 Guilin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Guilin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Guilin?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Guilin. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Guilin, 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 Guilin?
Guilin 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 Guilin in the Summer?
Both Guilin and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
Bangkok is around the same temperature as Guilin in the summer. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Guilin fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guilin. It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In July, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Guilin. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Guilin 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Guilin in the Autumn?
Both Guilin 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 the autumn, Bangkok is a little warmer than Guilin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bangkok in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Guilin averages at about 23°C (73°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Guilin. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 93 mm (3.7 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 OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Guilin 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Guilin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Guilin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
In January, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Guilin. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 27°C (80°F), and Guilin fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
In January, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Guilin. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter. November to February in Bangkok is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Guilin 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Guilin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Guilin. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bangkok is much warmer than Guilin in the spring. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 31°C (87°F) in April, and Guilin fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite rainy in Guilin. Bangkok usually gets less rain in April than Guilin. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Guilin receives 263 mm (10.3 in) of rain this time of the year. May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Guilin 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Guilin 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 (49°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 263 mm (10.3 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 334 mm (13.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 320 mm (12.6 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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