Should you visit Bangkok or Koh Phi Phi?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Bangkok and Koh Phi Phi can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
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.
Koh Phi Phi
The islands of Koh Phi Phi, off the coast of southwestern Thailand, are very popular with travelers because of their unrivaled tropical scenery, clear blue waters, relaxing atmosphere, and undersea attractions. However, in the last decade, Koh Phi Phi has seen a huge surge in tourism, adding to the crowds and pollution of the main (and only populated) island, known as Koh Phi Phi Don.
Which city is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $65, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi is $64. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Bangkok and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.
Accommodation
The average price for accommodation for two people in Bangkok is $70. This is for two people sharing a typical double occupancy hotel room.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about $72 in Koh Phi Phi For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
The average traveler spends about $16 per day in Bangkok for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
The price of a meal in Koh Phi Phi can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is $10 per person, and a typical meal will cost around $4.00 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Bangkok $16
Koh Phi Phi $10
Typical Food prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
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Silom Village Authentic Thai Dinner and Performance Ticket:
$17
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Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet:
$23
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Luxurious Afternoon Tea or Dinner at the Erawan Tea Rooms:
$26
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Skip the Line: Baiyoke Sky Hotel Observation Deck Ticket with Lunch or Dinner:
$26
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Bangkok Thai Classical Dance with Thai Set Dinner Ticket:
$27
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Bangkok Calypso Cabaret Show Tour With Optional Dinner.:
$31
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Bangkok Calypso Cabaret Show With Optional Dinner & Transfers:
$31
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2-Hour Dinner & Shows on White Orchid River Cruise:
$32
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Skip the Line:Bangkok Calypso Cabaret Show Ticket w/(optional) Dinner &Transfers:
$32
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Bangkok Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River:
$34
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Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River in Bangkok (Optional Transfers):
$34
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Bangkok White Orchid Dinner Cruise:
$34
Typical Food prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:
Local Transportation
The cost of a taxi ride in Bangkok is significantly more than public transportation. On average, past travelers have spent $4.40 per person, per day, on local transportation in Bangkok.
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Koh Phi Phi than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend $6.18 on transportation in Koh Phi Phi on average per day.
Typical Local Transportation prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
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To/From Pattaya 1-Way Private Luxury Transfers:
$257
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Private Transfer from Bangkok to Chiang Rai with 2h of Sightseeing:
$220
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Moto GP Private Transfer Bangkok To Chang International Circuit:
$218
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Private Transfer Laem Chabang/Bangkok:
$212
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Private Transfer from Bangkok to Krabi with 2h of Sightseeing:
$205
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Private Transfer from Don Muang Airport to Koh Chang Hotel:
$199
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Private Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Koh Chang hotel:
$193
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Elephant Haven Kanchanaburi with Private Transfer from Bangkok:
$192
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Elephant World Sanctuary with private transfer trip from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi:
$191
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Private Transfer from Bangkok to Chiang Mai with 2h of Sightseeing:
$190
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Bangkok International Airport Private Transfer to Hotels in Koh Chang:
$190
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Bangkok Airport Private Transfer to Hotels in Trat:
$190
Typical Local Transportation prices in Koh Phi Phi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Koh Phi Phi?
Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi 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.
Entertainment
Entertainment and activities in Bangkok typically cost an average of $12 per person, per day. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.
Sightseeing expenses in Koh Phi Phi, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of $41 per day, per person.
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
$4.89
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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)
$6.12
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Club Cover Charge
$11
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)
$73
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Fish Pedicure
$4.59
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Wat Pho entrance ticket
$3.06
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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:
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"Phra Nakorn Khiri and Kui Buri adventure in 1 day" (Private trip):
$322
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"Two Day one Night for River Kwai Adventure" (Private):
$442
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04 DAYS CENTRAL HIGHLIGHTS - Joint Tour:
$692
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1-day Bangkok Old Town Tuk Tuk Tour - Sawasdee Tuk Tuk:
$102
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10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya:
$140
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11-Day Thailand Tour to Bangkok, Ayutthaya, Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Phuket:
$2,921
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12-Day Tour Through Cambodia from Bangkok to Saigon:
$1,165
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2 Days Private Tour To Ayutthaya' World Heritage Site:
$428
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2-Day River Kwai Experience from Bangkok:
$262
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2-Day River Kwai Floathouse Experience from Bangkok:
$346
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2-Day River Kwai Jungle Rafts Experience from Bangkok:
$231
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2-Day River Kwai and Kanchanaburi Tour from Bangkok:
$228
Typical Entertainment prices in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Alcohol
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Bangkok may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $7.29 per day on alcoholic beverages.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Koh Phi Phi, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $5.07.
Typical Alcohol prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
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4-Hour Sukhumvit Bar Crawl:
$7.50
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4-Hour Thonglor Bar Crawl:
$20
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Guided Bar Crawl:
$21
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From Khao Yai Wine Tasting by Bike:
$359
Typical Alcohol prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Phi Phi from other travelers:
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Mojito Bucket
$15
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Banana Daiquiri
$6.12
When comparing the travel costs between Bangkok and Koh Phi Phi, we can see that Bangkok 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.
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