Which place is cheaper, Qingdao or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Qingdao?
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 Qingdao 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 Qingdao?
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.
Qingdao
Qingdao, China, located in the Shandong Province, is a very large city right on the Yellow Sea coast. The city, whose name means "The Green Island" due to it's gorgeous landscapes and interesting geography, was named China's most livable city in 2012. The city is rich in history, having almost become a German territory in 1897 and being occupied by the Japanese during WWI. Evidence of these occupiers is present in much of the architecture around the city, which includes a few Catholic and Protestant churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in China, and The Best Luxury Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $76Qingdao $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $76, while the average daily cost in Qingdao is $58. 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 Qingdao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $41Qingdao $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $82Qingdao $52
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Qingdao
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Qingdao? 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 $5.77Qingdao $12
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$2.18
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Skytrain Ticket$4.36
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.87
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Ferry Ride$0.71
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Taxi From Airport$6.82
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- VIP Bangkok Tours and Transfers: $58
- Tuk-tuk tour Bangkok by Night with Chinatown meal and hotel transfers: $55
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Pattaya APT-HTL (BKK): $59
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Hua Hin APT-HTL (BKK): $71
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Bangkok HTL-APT (DMK): $24
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Rayong Province: $86
- Transfer from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Koh Chang: $130
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Trat: $146
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya: $53
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Hua Hin: $68
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel by Deluxe Vehicle: $135
- Transfer from Bangkok Airport to Aranyaprathet: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Qingdao
Also for Qingdao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Qingdao Railway Station : $36
- Qingdao Cruise Port Departure Transfer from City Hotels: $36
- Qingdao Liuting Airport Transfer Service by Minivan: $86
- Qingdao Northern Railway Station Arrival Private One-Way Transfer: $42
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao Airport (TAO) to central Qingdao: $83
- Qingdao Private Transfer from Qingdao central to Qingdao Airport (TAO): $83
- Qingdao Railway Station Arrival Transfer to City Hotel: $36
- Qingdao Railway Station Depature Transfer from City Hotels: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Qingdao?
Prices for flights to both Qingdao 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 $18Qingdao $20
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)$25
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.46
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.23
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.46
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Pad Thai$1.91
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Airport Lunch for 2$15
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Lunch for 2$20
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: $19
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $20
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $21
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $23
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $24
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
- Nopparat Thai Dinner with Classical Dance: $28
- Chao Phraya River Serenade: VIVA Alangka Dinner Cruise, Bangkok: $28
- Bangkok Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruised Tour On Chao Phraya: $28
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $16Qingdao $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$4.36
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.55
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.46
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.09
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.73
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Siriraj Museum (2)$11
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: $108
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
- Bangkok 5 Hour Cultural & Temples Tour Private: $82
- Bangkok Hindu Landmark City, Grand Palace & Temples Tours with Lunch: $284
- Bangkok Sea Life + Madame Tussauds Entrance Tickets : $46
- Bangkok Thrilling Tuk Tuk Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $95
- Siam Park City Admission Ticket With All Rides In Bangkok: $17
- Sunset Sail, Glittering Temspls at Afternoon Ayutthaya Tours : $59
- 'Sunset Cruise' Canal Boat Tour - Fully guided 3hrs: $74
- "Bangkok Walking Hopping Tour" show city’s historic sights are located.: $67
- 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience : $17
- 2 Hours Bangkok Canal Tour By Longtail Boat : $58
Tours and Activities in Qingdao
For Qingdao, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Qingdao City tour with Lunch and Qingdao beer: $175
- Private Qingdao Historic architectural day tour with Tsingdao beer during Lunch: $190
- Private Qingdao Laoshan half day tour with one bottle of Tsingdao beer as gift: $199
- Qingdao private half day tour with Tsingdao Beer Lunch : $202
- Qingdao Shore Excursion: Private Full Day Laoshan Mountain Sightseeing Tour: $207
- Private Qingdao Essentials Tour: City Highlights and Beer Museum: $216
- Laoshan Mountain Full Day Private Activity Tour: $224
- Qingdao Private Day Tour to Laoshan Mountain with Lunch and Cable Car: $238
- Private Qingdao Laoshan day tour with lunch& round way cable car: $240
- Qingdao Discover Tour to the Mount Laoshan and Tasting Famous Local Beer: $248
- Qingdao Private Tour: City Highlights and Laoshan Mountain with Lunch+Cable Car: $268
- All-Inclusive Private Day Tour: Qingdao Highlights with Lunch: $285
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.97Qingdao $14
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$1.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Pub Crawl and Club Night With Shots & VIP Entrance: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Qingdao, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Qingdao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Qingdao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Qingdao 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 Qingdao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Qingdao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Qingdao?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Qingdao. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Qingdao, 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 Qingdao?
Qingdao 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 Qingdao in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Qingdao. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Bangkok is generally a little warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 29°C (84°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In the summer, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Qingdao. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 183 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Qingdao. Bangkok receives a lot of rain in the summer. Bangkok usually gets less rain in July than Qingdao. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Qingdao 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Qingdao in the Autumn?
Both Qingdao and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
Bangkok is much warmer than Qingdao in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Qingdao fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite sunny in Qingdao. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Qingdao during autumn. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Bangkok is November to February. The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Qingdao 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Qingdao in the Winter?
Both Qingdao and Bangkok during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Qingdao. In the winter, Bangkok is much warmer than Qingdao. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bangkok in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Qingdao averages at about -0°C (32°F).
It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the winter, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Qingdao. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Qingdao receives 185 hours of full sun.
Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Qingdao. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year. November to February is the dry season in Bangkok.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Qingdao -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Qingdao in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Qingdao. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
In April, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Qingdao. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 31°C (87°F), and Qingdao fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Qingdao this time of the year. In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Qingdao during spring. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Qingdao receives 224 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Qingdao. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Qingdao receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the spring. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Qingdao 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Qingdao and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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