Which place is cheaper, Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou?
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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou?
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.
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is a city in Eastern China, about an hour by train from Shanghai, renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. Each year it attracts more than 20 million tourists who come to see what the city has to offer. Set amongst the natural scenery of lakes and mountains, Hangzhou is modern city that coexists with the old. Historic pagodas and cultural sites built around the central lake sit like they belong amidst the skyscrapers and bustling markets of today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Adventure Tours to China, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $105Hangzhou $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $105, while the average daily cost in Hangzhou is $80. 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 Hangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $50Hangzhou $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $100Hangzhou $48
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Hangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Hangzhou? 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 $6.57Hangzhou $8.24
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$2.51
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Skytrain Ticket$5.02
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$1.00
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Ferry Ride$0.82
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Taxi From Airport$7.85
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Short Taxi Ride$2.83
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Boat Taxi$1.57
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Trains to airport$5.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Affordable Bangkok Airport Transfer: $22
- Airport Private Transfers from Suvarnabhumi BKK to Bangkok City: $33
- Airport Transfer Camry/Fortuner or Similar : $45
- Airport Transfer Luxury Sedan Mercedes E Class BMW 5 Series: $98
- Airport Transfer to or from Hotel in Bangkok (Private Transport): $58
- Airport Transfer: Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok by Luxury Van: $107
- Airport transfer to Bangkok downtown: $26
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Trat/ Koh Chang: $135
- Arrival Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok City by Sedan: $71
- Arrival Transfer from BKK Airport to Bangkok Hotel: $15
- Ayutthaya Day Tour from Bangkok with Hotel Transfers: $85
- Ayutthaya Floating Market Admission Ticket with Transfer: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hangzhou:
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Local Bus for Two$0.56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hangzhou:
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- 2-Day Putuo Mountain Self-Guided Tour from Hangzhou by Private Transfer: $282
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou West Lake Show VIP Ticket with Private Transfer: $128
- Hangzhou Downtown transfer to Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport: $35
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with Drop-off Options : $131
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with stop-over at Wuzhen Water Town: $167
- Hangzhou Private Transfer: City Hotels to Railway Station: $28
- Hangzhou Railway Station Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Hangzhou West Lake Impression Ticket with Private Transfer: $122
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport TransferTo Shanghai Pudong Airport: $140
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Int'l Airport Private Departure Transfer from City Area : $29
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Private Transfer to QianDao Lake : $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Hangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Hangzhou 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 $36Hangzhou $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)$6.28
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.41
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.94
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$6.28
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Pad Thai$2.20
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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 : $22
- Meridian Dinner and Sunset Cruise in Bangkok: $23
- Royal Princess Dinner Cruise in Bangkok: $25
- Chao Phraya Princess Sunset and Dinner Cruise: $27
- Twilight Dinner Cruise Along Chao Phraya River in Bangkok: $29
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $29
- Baiyoke Sky Dinner Experience with Observation Deck Access: $29
- Baiyoke Sky Observation Deck With Buffet Dinner or Lunch: $29
- Bangkok Amazing Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $32
- Nopparat’s Traditional Thai Dinner & Dance: $32
- Chao Phraya River Serenade: VIVA Alangka Dinner Cruise, Bangkok: $32
- Riverside Bangkok Dinner Cruise with Buffet and City Views: $32
Typical Food Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hangzhou:
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Breakfast Pastries$2.38
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Pizza Hut Lunch$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hangzhou.
- All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner: $117
- Hangzhou One Day Local Food Tour: $124
- Private Amazing Hangzhou Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option : $170
- Xitang Water Town Private Night Tour from Hangzhou with Dinner: $203
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Hangzhou $20
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$5.02
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$11
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.57
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$6.28
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Club Cover Charge$12
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$75
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Fish Pedicure$4.71
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$3.14
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Siriraj Museum (2)$13
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
- Bangkok Noi Canal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Bangkok's Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Bangkok City Session Walking Tour: $8.18
- Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour (entry not incl.): $9.00
- Space and Time Cube Tickets in Bangkok: $9.66
- Ancient City Bangkok and Erawan Museum Tickets: $10
- Erawan Museum Ticket (NON THAI): $10
- Half Day Coral Island Tour from Pattaya With Lunch: $11
- Erawan Museum at Bangkok Admission Ticket: $13
- Explore Brilliant Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Bangkok Grand Palace and Emerald Buddha Tour: $14
Tours and Activities in Hangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Hangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Fei Lai Peak (Lingyin Temple) E-Ticket: $12
- Hangzhou Ghost Market Adventure: Antique Hunt & Bargain Tour: $40
- A Local Breakfast Experience and TCM visit: $46
- Hangzhou Bites: Local Guided Market Tour: $49
- The Key to Zhejiang Culture – Guided Museum Tour: $53
- Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour : $53
- Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $59
- Skip the Line: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $65
- Zhejiang University Guided Campus Tour: $65
- Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $75
- Skip the Line Impression West Lake VIP Seat Ticket: $75
- Jiaxing Wuzhen East and West Day Tour from Hangzhou: $80
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.65Hangzhou $10
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$1.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Bangkok Pub Crawl: $17
- The Original Bangkok Pub Crawl: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Hangzhou, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Hangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Hangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Hangzhou?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Hangzhou. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Hangzhou, 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 Hangzhou?
Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou in the Summer?
Both Hangzhou 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 around the same temperature as Hangzhou. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Hangzhou averages at about 29°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hangzhou. It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In July, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Hangzhou. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Hangzhou 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Hangzhou in the Autumn?
Both Hangzhou 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 a little warmer than Hangzhou. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Hangzhou fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Hangzhou. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 90 mm (3.5 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)Hangzhou 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Hangzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Hangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
Hangzhou can be very cold during winter. Bangkok is much warmer than Hangzhou in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Hangzhou fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In January, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Hangzhou. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 59 mm (2.3 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)Hangzhou 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Hangzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Hangzhou. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Bangkok is much warmer than Hangzhou. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Hangzhou averages at about 16°C (61°F).
It's quite rainy in Hangzhou. Bangkok usually gets less rain in April than Hangzhou. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 130 mm (5.1 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)Hangzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Hangzhou and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
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