Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Rabat?
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 Rabat 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 Rabat?
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.
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best 2-Week Tours in Morocco, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $76Rabat $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $76, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $43. 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 Rabat in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $41Rabat $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $82Rabat $54
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Rabat
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Rabat? 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 Rabat Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $5.74Rabat $2.10
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$2.17
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Skytrain Ticket$4.35
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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$6.79
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Don Mueang Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Koh Chang: $300
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): Transfer to Pattaya: $290
- Bangkok Don Mueang Airport (DMK): Transfer to Pattaya hotels: $290
- Don Mueang Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Koh Chang: $243
- From Damnoen and Maeklong Markets Private Transfer: $232
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Aranyaprathet: $219
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Trat: $217
- Bangkok Hotel Transfer: to/from Koh Chang Hotel Transfer: $216
- Private Transfer from Ayutthaya to Hua Hin: $214
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Trat: $210
- Private Transfer from Bangkok to Koh Chang: $209
- Private Transfer from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport to Aranyaprathet: $200
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Rabat To Fez: $110
- From Rabat : Private Transfer to Fes via Meknes & volubilis : $154
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $198
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $32
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Bouznika: $88
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to El Jadida: $263
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $274
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Kenitra: $110
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $256
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Meknes: $197
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $66
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Rabat?
Prices for flights to both Rabat 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 $18Rabat $12
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)$24
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.43
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.22
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.43
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Pad Thai$1.90
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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.
- Bangkok Food Tour and Sightseeing with Tuktuk: $16
- 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
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $23
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $25
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $26
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $16Rabat $2.83
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$4.35
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.51
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.43
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.08
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.72
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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:
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Bangkok 5 Hour Cultural & Temples Tour Private: $82
- Bangkok Hindu Landmark City, Grand Palace & Temples Tours with Lunch: $285
- Bangkok Sea Life + Madame Tussauds Entrance Tickets : $46
- Full-Day Erawan Waterfall and River Kwai Private Guided Tour: $150
- Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $146
- Private Customized Bangkok Tour With Driver : $50
- Sunset Sail, Glittering Temspls at Afternoon Ayutthaya Tours : $59
- Tuk-Tuk Tour Bangkok By Night With Chinatown Street: $64
- 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $114
- 2 Hours Bangkok Canal Tour By Longtail Boat : $58
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $40
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $60
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Guided Boat Tour in Rabat: $70
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.95Rabat -
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 Rabat, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Rabat is in Africa, 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Rabat?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Rabat. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Rabat, 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 Rabat?
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 Rabat in the Summer?
Both Rabat 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 Rabat year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in July than Rabat. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Bangkok often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Bangkok is a little warmer than Rabat. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bangkok in July average around 29°C (84°F), and Rabat averages at about 23°C (73°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Rabat 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Rabat in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Rabat. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round. Rabat 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. Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Rabat. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives less sunshine than Rabat during autumn. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Bangkok is generally a little warmer than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 28°C (83°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Rabat 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Rabat in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Rabat. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.
Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Bangkok usually gets less rain in January than Rabat. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the winter, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Rabat. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun.
Bangkok is much warmer than Rabat in the winter. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Rabat fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Rabat 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Rabat in the Spring?
Both Rabat 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 Rabat 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 around the same amount of rain as Rabat. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Rabat. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat during spring. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Bangkok is much warmer than Rabat. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bangkok in April average around 31°C (87°F), and Rabat averages at about 16°C (60°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Rabat 16°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Rabat and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
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