Which place is cheaper, Railay Beach or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Railay Beach. 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.
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.
If you're looking to scale great heights and add more achievements to your list during your vacation, consider a trip to the peninsula of Rai Leh, or more commonly Railay Bay or Railay Beach, in the Krabi region of Thailand. This swimming and rock climbing hotspot is known for its towering limestone peaks and gorgeous surrounding scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Railay Beach is $103. 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 Railay Beach in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Railay Beach? 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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Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Railay Beach 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.
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some typical examples of dining costs in Railay Beach are as follows:
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Railay Beach are as follows:
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Railay Beach are as follows:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Railay Beach, we can see that Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Railay Beach 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 Railay Beach Expensive?.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Railay Beach. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Railay Beach throughout the year.
August to October in Railay Beach is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Railay Beach. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Railay Beach. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Railay Beach. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the summer, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Railay Beach. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Railay Beach receives 206 hours of full sun.
In July, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Railay Beach. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Railay Beach fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Both Railay Beach and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Railay Beach because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Railay Beach is December to March. The rainy season in Railay Beach is August to October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Railay Beach. In October, Beirut usually receives less rain than Railay Beach. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Railay Beach during autumn. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Railay Beach receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Railay Beach in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Railay Beach fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Both Railay Beach and Beirut during the winter 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 Railay Beach year-round.
December to March is the dry season in Railay Beach. It rains a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Railay Beach. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Railay Beach, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Railay Beach. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Railay Beach receives 287 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Beirut is much colder than Railay Beach. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Railay Beach averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Railay Beach. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Railay Beach attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Railay Beach receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Beirut usually receives less rain than Railay Beach. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Railay Beach receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Railay Beach this time of the year. In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Railay Beach during spring. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Railay Beach receives 249 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Beirut is generally much colder than Railay Beach. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Railay Beach fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Beirut | Railay Beach | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |