Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios?
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 Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios?
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.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $105Ocho Rios $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $105, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is $85. 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 Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $50Ocho Rios $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $100Ocho Rios $102
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Ocho Rios? 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 Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $6.57Ocho Rios $7.32
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$2.51
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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:
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Trat: $237
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Aranyaprathet: $219
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Rayong: $204
- Ayutthaya Tour with Premium Transfer & MICHELIN Lunch: $195
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Pranburi: $191
- Bangkok Airport DMK to Kanchanaburi Round Trip Private Transfer: $191
- Private Transfer Bangkok to Koh Chang Pier: $186
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Kanchanaburi: $179
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Chanthaburi: $179
- Private Transfer from Ayutthaya to Nakhon Ratchasima: $167
- Luxury VIP Transfer: Bangkok ↔ Pattaya in Majesty Platinum+ Van: $156
- Join Cycling in Bangkok (5 hrs) by Private Transfer: $155
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ocho Rios Private Airport Transfer [VIP LUXURY Vehicles]: $158
- Private Airport Transfer to Bahia Principe Grand Hotel : $100
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Ocho Rios: $90
- ATV Tour Ocho Rios - Private Transfer Only (Activity Fee Excluded): $27
- Airport Transfer - From MBJ to Ocho Rios Hotels: $80
- Airport Transfer To Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay & Negril: $140
- Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica Private Airport transfer : $61
- Bahia Principe Grand and Luxury Airport Transfer: $80
- Bob Marley & Nine Mile Heritage Tour with Bus Transfer/Ocho Rios: $117
- Dunn's River Falls And Shopping Tour From Ocho Rios-Transfer Only: $67
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- Grand Bahia Principe Hotel Airport Transfer: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios 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 $36Ocho Rios $28
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
- Viva Alangka Bangkok Sunset Dinner Cruise: $24
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $27
- Meridian Sunset Cruise Dinner Buffet from Bangkok: $28
- Baiyoke Sky Dinner Experience with Observation Deck Access: $28
- Royal Princess Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise from Bangkok: $31
- Bangkok Amazing Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $31
- Nopparat’s Traditional Thai Dinner & Dance: $31
- Luxury Riverside Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River Bangkok: $33
- Scenic Bangkok Unicorn Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River: $33
- White Lotus Thai Cooking Class in Bangkok: $35
- Smile Riverside Cruise Luxury Buffet Dinner from Bangkok: $35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Ocho Rios $15
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:
- A Day in Ayutthaya: Private 5 UNESCO Temples Tour From Bangkok: $123
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Bangkok Hindu Landmark Tour with Grand Palace, Temples & Lunch: $166
- Damnoen Floating Market & Optional Erawan Water Waterfall Tour: $105
- Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $159
- Private Customized Bangkok Tour With Driver : $57
- Private Half-Day Bangkok City Tour explore The Grand Palace: $144
- 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $130
- 12-Hour Private Tour: Top Pattaya Attractions & Beach : $139
- 2 Days Pattaya Sunset Boat Party Tour: $142
- 2 Hour Electric Tuk Tuk Cultural Tour of Bangkok: $30
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate$11
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens$5.27
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Tour of Prospect Plantation$17
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Ocho Rios Shopping Tour : $21
- Original Blue Hole St. Ann Ocho Rios Jamaica Admission Fee Ticket: $25
- Private Dunn's River Falls, Ocho Rios Sightseeing and shopping : $30
- Luminous Lagoon Boat Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
- Ocho Rios City Bus Tour (Beach, Sightseeing & Shopping): $40
- Blue Hole and Dunn's River Tour (Entrance Fees Not Included): $40
- Skip-The-Line: Dunn's River Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $40
- Transportation to Horse Back Ride & Swim Adventure from Ocho Rios: $45
- Luminous lagoon Private & Group tour from Runaway Bay: $45
- Ocho Rios City Tour and Sightseeing: $49
- Shopping and Sightseeing Tour in Ocho Rios: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.65Ocho Rios $7.43
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:
- The Original Bangkok Pub Crawl: $31
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Ocho Rios, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Ocho Rios?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 540 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Ocho Rios, 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 Ocho Rios?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Bangkok or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Bangkok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in July than Ocho Rios. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Bangkok often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun.
In July, Bangkok is generally around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 29°C (84°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Ocho Rios. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok. Ocho Rios receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during autumn. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Bangkok is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Ocho Rios. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Ocho Rios. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the winter, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Bangkok is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bangkok in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
Both Ocho Rios and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October. In April, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios during spring. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bangkok is generally a little warmer than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 31°C (87°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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