Which place is cheaper, Pattaya or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Pattaya?
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 Pattaya. 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 Pattaya?
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.
Pattaya
Go where the locals go. If that is your vacation motto, you will want to take a look at the popular weekend getaway of Pattaya, Thailand. This seaside resort on the Eastern Gulf Coast of Thailand is just outside of Bangkok, and full of resorts, beer bars and beaches.
Hosting more than five million visitors a year, Pattaya is easily accessed from the capital and the airport. Keep in mind, the sex tourism industry is still a large money earner for this city, but efforts by local authorities have created resorts and attractions for families and vacationers from all around the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Pattaya $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Pattaya is $66. 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 Pattaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Pattaya $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Pattaya $48
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Pattaya
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Pattaya? 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 Pattaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Pattaya $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $46
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Pattaya HTL-APT (BKK): $59
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Pattaya HTL-APT (DMK): $67
- Tiffany's Show Pattaya Admission Ticket with Return Transfer (SHA Plus): $61
- Tiffany Show Pattaya with Transfer: $64
- Tiffany Show Pattaya with Transfer: $64
- Tiffany Show Pattaya Admission with Transfer: $42
- The Sanctuary of Truth in Pattaya Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $35
- The Sanctuary of Truth at Pattaya Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $35
- Teddy Bear Museum in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $22
- Teddy Bear Museum in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $19
- Surat Thani Hotel Transfer: to/from Bangkok Hotel Transfer: $419
- Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum at Pattaya with Return Transfer: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Pattaya?
Prices for flights to both Pattaya 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 $0.71Pattaya $22
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pattaya
For Pattaya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- All Star Dinner Cruise, Cabaret Show & Beer Buffet: $32
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $47
- Thai Cooking Class in Pattaya: $67
- Islands Hopping Tour by Catamaran with Dinner Buffet in Chon Buri: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Pattaya $21
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 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
- Anjar baalback & Ksara tour: $130
- Baalback Roman temples tour: $128
- 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
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Amazing Pattaya Experience Tour to All Famous Points in One Day: $53
- 1 Hour ATV Off Road Adventure In Pattaya: $62
- 2 Islands Full Day Tour Catamaran with Lunch in Pattaya: $103
- 3 Days Thailand Motorcycle Coastal Tour: $1,054
- 5 Days – Motorcycle tour to River Kwai and Khao Yai: $1,757
- A Superstar Model Experience in Pattaya with Photo Expert: $112
- ATV & Buggy Adventures Pattaya - Novice Rider 27km Basic Track: $99
- ATV & Buggy Off-Road Adventures in Pattaya: $97
- Admission Ticket to Ramayana Water Park in Pattaya: $33
- Alcazar Cabaret Show Tickets: $21
- All Star Cabaret Cruise Pattaya with Indian Buffet Lunch: $42
- Amazing Discovery Pattaya Tours with Floating Market & Lunch : $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Pattaya $8.18
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Pattaya, we can see that Pattaya 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 Pattaya 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 Pattaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pattaya 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 Pattaya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Pattaya?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Pattaya. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Pattaya, 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 Pattaya?
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 Pattaya in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Pattaya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Pattaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Pattaya. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pattaya receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Pattaya during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Pattaya receives 176 hours of full sun in the summer.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Pattaya in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Pattaya fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Pattaya 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Pattaya in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Pattaya. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year.
Also, December to April in Pattaya is the dry season. June to October in Pattaya is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Pattaya. Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Pattaya. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pattaya receives 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pattaya. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Pattaya. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pattaya receives 206 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Beirut is cooler than Pattaya. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Pattaya averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Pattaya 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Pattaya in the Winter?
Both Pattaya and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Pattaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Pattaya. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Pattaya receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Pattaya. Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Pattaya during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Pattaya receives 276 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Beirut is generally much colder than Pattaya. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Pattaya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Pattaya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Pattaya in the Spring?
Both Pattaya and Beirut during the spring 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 Pattaya year-round.
December to April is the dry season in Pattaya. June to October is the rainy season in Pattaya. Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Pattaya. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pattaya receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Pattaya, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Pattaya. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pattaya receives 262 hours of full sun.
Beirut is much colder than Pattaya in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Pattaya fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Pattaya 30°C (86°F)
Typical Weather for Pattaya and Beirut
| Beirut | Pattaya | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 202 mm (7.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
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