A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bangkok vs. Podgorica for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bangkok or Podgorica?

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 Podgorica 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 Podgorica?

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.

Podgorica

Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.

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 Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Bangkok?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $98, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $141. 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 Podgorica in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bangkok $47
    Podgorica $48
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bangkok $94
    Podgorica $96
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Podgorica

Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Podgorica? 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.

Hotels in Bangkok


Hotels in Podgorica


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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 Podgorica Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bangkok $6.11
    Podgorica $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:


  • Tuk Tuk to bus station
    $2.37
  • Skytrain Ticket
    $4.73
  • Chao Phraya River Express Ticket
    $0.95
  • Ferry Ride
    $0.77
  • Taxi From Airport
    $7.40
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $2.66
  • Boat Taxi
    $1.48
  • Trains to airport
    $4.73

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:

  • Suvarnabhumi Airport Bus transfer to/from Bangkok: $8.26
  • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) Arrival Transfer (Shared or Private): $15
  • Bangkok Airport Arrival – Shared Transfer: $15
  • Siam Park Admission Ticket with Lunch and Transfer: $17
  • Departure Private Transfer Bangkok City to Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK by Sedan: $17
  • Arrival Private Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK to Bangkok City by Sedan Car: $17
  • Private Bangkok Airport Transfer Free Tollway: $18
  • Bangkok Airport Transfer / Private / One-Way: $19
  • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport Shared Departure Transfer : $21
  • Private Arrival Transfer : Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel (SHA Plus): $22
  • Bangkok International Airport - Arrival Transfer: $23
  • Bangkok Airport (BKK | DMK) Private Transfer to Bangkok Centre: $23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:

  • Kotor transfer to Podgorica airport TGD/city: $63
  • Montenegro: Podgorica Airport to Budva One-Way Transfer: $88
  • Montenegro: Podgorica Airport to Kotor One-Way Transfer: $122
  • Podgorica Airport to Herceg Novi: Private Transfer: $181
  • Private Transfer to Budva: $37
  • Private transfer to Kotor: $59
  • Private transfer to Tivat: $59
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Dubrovnik: $270
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $194
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat Airport (TIV): $185
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Downtown to Podgorica Airport (TGD): $38
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port: $169

Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Podgorica?

Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bangkok $34
    Podgorica $73
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:


  • Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)
    $27
  • Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)
    $5.92
  • 2 Rotis (Bread)
    $1.33
  • Mango & Sticky Rice
    $0.89
  • Lunch at KFC (for Two)
    $5.92
  • Pad Thai
    $2.07
  • Airport Lunch for 2
    $16
  • Lunch for 2
    $22

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.

  • Homies Thai Cooking Experience: $19
  • White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $21
  • Flavors of Thailand Vegan and Vegetarian Cooking Adventure : $23
  • Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $23
  • CHAR Rooftop Bar Dinner and Drinks: $24
  • Michelin Guide Street Food Tour by Tuk Tuk: $24
  • River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $25
  • Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $25
  • Chinatown Food Tour with Michelin Food Stalls: $26
  • Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $26
  • Baiyoke Sky Observation Deck With Buffet Dinner or Lunch: $27
  • Smile Riverside Dinner Cruise: $27

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bangkok $17
    Podgorica $22
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok

Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Movie Ticket
    $4.73
  • Grand Palace Entrance Ticket
    $10
  • Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket
    $1.48
  • Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)
    $5.92
  • Club Cover Charge
    $11
  • Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)
    $71
  • Fish Pedicure
    $4.44
  • Wat Pho entrance ticket
    $2.96
  • 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 Hidden Treasures: A Self-Guided Urban Adventure: $0.97
  • Bangkok Chinatown Eats: A Self-guided Audio Tour: $5.13
  • Mad Monkey Bangkok City Session - Walking Tour: $5.34
  • Pattaya Coral Island Tour With Indian Lunch For Indians: $6.20
  • Chinatown by Night Walking Tour in Bangkok: $6.42
  • Bangkok's Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Pororo Aqua Park Entry Ticket: $8.67
  • Bangkok Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Chinatown & Golden Buddha Self-Guided Audio Tour (entry not incl): $10
  • Chinatown Mystery Quest Experience in Bangkok: $11
  • Nakhon Pathom Ancient Capital Classic Day Tour: $12
  • Erawan Museum Ticket: $12

Tours and Activities in Podgorica

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:

  • Skip the Line Tickets: National Park Biogradska Gora: $7.36
  • Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $7.88
  • Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
  • Skadar Lake: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
  • Virpazar: Guided Skadar Lake Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $26
  • From Virpazar: Guided Skadar Lake Cruise and Crnojevića River: $32
  • Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $35
  • Virpazar Private Sightseeing Lake Skadar Boat Tour with Wine: $45
  • Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $55
  • Podgorica 1 hour Private walking tour : $74
  • ALBANIA tour - Rozafa, Skadar lake, Niagara waterfalls, Shkodra: $74
  • From Ostrog Monastery Tour with Pick Up: $74

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bangkok $5.32
    Podgorica $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:


  • Beer
    $1.18

Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:

  • Mad Monkey Bangkok Pub Crawl: $18
  • Pub Crawl: $26
  • Bangkok After Dark: Pub Crawl Adventure: $30

Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:

  • Book Your Wine Tour: $75
  • Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $94
  • Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $102
  • Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $124
  • National parks and wine tasting (NP Lovcen, NP Skadar lake, Cetinje, Njegusi): $177
  • Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $194
  • SOUL HEALING Wine Tour Montenegro - BEST PRIVATE TOUR : $205


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica is more expensive. And not only is Bangkok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Podgorica is in Europe, 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 Bangkok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangkok 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 Podgorica would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Podgorica than you might in Bangkok.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Podgorica?

Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?

Podgorica 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 Podgorica in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Podgorica. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.

Bangkok is around the same temperature as Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.

Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Bangkok 29°C (84°F) 
    Podgorica 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Bangkok or Podgorica in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Podgorica. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the autumn, Bangkok is much warmer than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bangkok in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the autumn, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Bangkok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Podgorica. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Bangkok 28°C (83°F) 
    Podgorica 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Bangkok or Podgorica in the Winter?

Both Podgorica and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.

In January, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 27°C (80°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In January, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Bangkok is November to February.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Bangkok 27°C (80°F) 
    Podgorica 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Bangkok or Podgorica in the Spring?

Both Podgorica and Bangkok during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Bangkok is much warmer than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 31°C (87°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the spring, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Podgorica. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.

Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Bangkok usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year. May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Bangkok 31°C (87°F) 
    Podgorica 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Podgorica and Bangkok

Bangkok Podgorica
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (80°F) 9 mm (0.4 in) 6°C (42°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Mar 29°C (85°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 31°C (87°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 14°C (58°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
May 30°C (86°F) 220 mm (8.7 in) 19°C (67°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 29°C (85°F) 149 mm (5.9 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 29°C (84°F) 155 mm (6.1 in) 26°C (80°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 29°C (84°F) 197 mm (7.8 in) 26°C (79°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 28°C (83°F) 344 mm (13.5 in) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oct 28°C (83°F) 242 mm (9.5 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (53°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Dec 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 7°C (45°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)