Which place is cheaper, Koh Chang or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Koh Chang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Koh Chang. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Koh Chang?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Koh Chang
Most people pick Thailand for their destination because they're anxious to collapse on a breathtaking beach. If that is you, Ko Chang does not disappoint. As one the country's most beautiful islands, Ko Chang is full of white beaches and incredible wildlife. Beware, though, you're not the only one with Ko Chang in mind. During the high season, the island can become quite crowded with tourists.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Koh Chang $48
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Koh Chang is $48. 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 Beirut and Koh Chang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Koh Chang $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Koh Chang $48
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Koh Chang
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Koh Chang? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Beirut Hotel Prices and Koh Chang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Koh Chang $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $201
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Chang
Also for Koh Chang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Trat Airport: Shared Transfers to/from Koh Chang with Ferry: $26
- Private Transfer from Trat to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $209
- Private Transfer from Trat to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $216
- Private Transfer from Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport or Don Muang Airport: $199
- Departure Private Airport Transfer : Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport: $116
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Trat/ Koh Chang: $116
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Koh Chang?
Prices for flights to both Koh Chang and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $0.71Koh Chang $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
- Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
- Private, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Koh Chang $5.46
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Days Lebanon Holiday Tour Package: $250
- 3 Hours ATV Rental Guided Tour in Nature: $130
- 3 days tour package : Jeita grotto-Byblos-Baalbek & Beirut tour: $295
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $250
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $150
- ATV (2 Seat) Half Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $120
- All in 1 Lebanon Local Multi day Tour, 3 days: $289
- Baalbek Tour: $111
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Group Tour: $95
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Guided Full-Day Tour from Beirut: $90
- Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Jeita Grotto and Byblos Tour: $170
- Beirut 3 museums + mini walking tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Koh Chang
For Koh Chang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Day Adventure in Diving in Koh Chang: $281
- Bubblemaker, experience dive for kids from 8 to 10 years old (Koh Chang): $83
- Full-Day Koh Chang Tour with Lunch : $54
- PADI Discover Scuba Dive Experience: $152
- Private Kayak Experience in Bang Bao Bay with Lunch: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Koh Chang $4.68
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour at Chateau Musar and Ixsir : $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
- From Full Day Wine Tasting in the Bekaa Valley Tour: $90
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $103
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Koh Chang, we can see that Koh Chang is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Koh Chang is in Asia, 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Koh Chang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Chang than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Koh Chang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Beirut or Koh Chang?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Chang in the Summer?
Both Koh Chang and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Chang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Chang. In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Koh Chang. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 440 mm (17.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Koh Chang during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Chang receives 143 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Koh Chang. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Koh Chang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Koh Chang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Chang in the Autumn?
Both Koh Chang and Beirut during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Chang year-round.
November to February is the dry season in Koh Chang. June to October is the rainy season in Koh Chang. Koh Chang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Koh Chang. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 280 mm (11 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Koh Chang. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Chang receives 193 hours of full sun.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Koh Chang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Koh Chang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Koh Chang 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Chang in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Koh Chang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Koh Chang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Koh Chang is the dry season. Beirut gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Koh Chang. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Chang this time of the year. Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Koh Chang during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Chang receives 282 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Beirut is much colder than Koh Chang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Koh Chang averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Koh Chang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Chang in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Koh Chang. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Chang throughout the year.
June to October in Koh Chang is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Koh Chang. Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Koh Chang. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Chang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the spring, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Koh Chang. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Chang receives 247 hours of full sun.
In April, Beirut is generally much colder than Koh Chang. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Koh Chang fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Koh Chang 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Chang and Beirut
| Beirut | Koh Chang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 356 mm (14 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 513 mm (20.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 440 mm (17.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 514 mm (20.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 476 mm (18.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 280 mm (11 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.