Which place is cheaper, Koh Pha Ngan or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan?
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 Pha Ngan. 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 Pha Ngan?
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 Pha Ngan
Ko Phangan (or Pha Ngan) is best known for its full moon parties, attracting backpackers and budget travelers the world over for all-night parties on the beach. The clear, blue water, beautiful beaches, and tropical atmosphere bring the tourists to the island, and the low prices, diverse activities, and abundant amenities keep them here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Koh Pha Ngan $45
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Koh Pha Ngan is $45. 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 Pha Ngan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Koh Pha Ngan $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Koh Pha Ngan $46
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Koh Pha Ngan
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan? 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Koh Pha Ngan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Koh Pha Ngan $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $46
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Pha Ngan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Koh Pha Ngan are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$8.18
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Ferry Ride$14
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Gas for Scooter$3.00
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan?
Prices for flights to both Koh Pha Ngan 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 Pha Ngan $10
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
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal and Hotel Transfers: $142
Typical Food Prices in Koh Pha Ngan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Pha Ngan:
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Noodle Lunch (for One)$1.09
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$11
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Smoothies (for Two)$1.09
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Ice Cream$0.55
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Juice$1.64
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3 Spring Rolls$0.82
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2 Pancakes$1.64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Koh Pha Ngan $17
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $15
- Discovering Lebanon: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $15
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $34
- Beirut Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $48
- New Small-Group Tour Semi-Private to Jeita,Harissa&Byblos: $50
- From Jeita, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $50
- Full-Day Private Tour to Baalbek, Anjar And Ksara From Beirut: $50
- Beirut 3 museums + mini walking tour: $50
- Full-Day Private Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa And Baatara Waterfall: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Koh Pha Ngan $9.89
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
- Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $60
- Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
- 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
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $150
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $150
- Wine Tasting Tour: $150
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Pha Ngan
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Koh Pha Ngan are as follows:
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Drinks at Irish Pub (for Two)$7.09
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Koh Pha Ngan, we can see that Koh Pha Ngan 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 Pha Ngan 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 Pha Ngan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Pha Ngan 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 Pha Ngan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 160 times larger than the population of Koh Pha Ngan. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Koh Pha Ngan, 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 Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan?
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 Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan in the Summer?
Both Koh Pha Ngan and Beirut during the summer 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 Pha Ngan year-round.
Koh Pha Ngan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Koh Pha Ngan. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In July, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Koh Pha Ngan. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Koh Pha Ngan fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Koh Pha Ngan 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Koh Pha Ngan. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Koh Pha Ngan attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
December to March in Koh Pha Ngan is the dry season. Also, October and November is the rainy season in Koh Pha Ngan. Koh Pha Ngan receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Beirut usually receives less rain than Koh Pha Ngan. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 240 mm (9.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Koh Pha Ngan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Koh Pha Ngan fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Koh Pha Ngan 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Koh Pha Ngan. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Pha Ngan throughout the year.
Also, December to March in Koh Pha Ngan is the dry season. Beirut receives a lot of rain in the winter. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Koh Pha Ngan. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the winter, Beirut is much colder than Koh Pha Ngan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Koh Pha Ngan averages at about 22°C (72°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Koh Pha Ngan 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Koh Pha Ngan in the Spring?
Both Koh Pha Ngan and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Pha Ngan because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Beirut usually receives less rain than Koh Pha Ngan. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In April, Beirut is generally cooler than Koh Pha Ngan. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Koh Pha Ngan fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Koh Pha Ngan 24°C (76°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Pha Ngan and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 240 mm (9.5 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 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.