Which place is cheaper, Koh Tao or Brno?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Brno or Koh Tao?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Brno and Koh Tao 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: Brno or Koh Tao?
Brno
Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.
Koh Tao
With a name that literally means, "Turtle Island," Koh Tao, Thailand is the type of vacation spot divers dream of. There is the faintest current and a buffet of dive sites and shops.
This tiny island hosts hundreds of thousands of visitors a year, but take not that there are no garbage disposal facilities. Everything that can't be burnt needs to be taken from the island. Avoid plastic bags, and don't dump your trash in the open landscape (then again, why would you?) because there are no departments for road clean up. Water and electricity on the island are scarce, so use them wisely.
Keep in mind that monsoon season from November to January so you may be faced with constant rain for days at a time in those months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, and The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrno $197Koh Tao $49
The average daily cost (per person) in Brno is $197, while the average daily cost in Koh Tao is $49. 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 Brno and Koh Tao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrno $82Koh Tao $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrno $164Koh Tao $32
Compare Hotels in Brno and Koh Tao
Looking for a hotel in Brno or Koh Tao? 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: Brno Hotel Prices and Koh Tao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brno $3.00Koh Tao $9.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:
- Private transfer from Brno to Vienna: $258
- Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $248
- Vienna: Private transfer Brno to Vienna: $217
- TRAIN Transfer to/from Vienna Center: $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Tao
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Tao:
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Motorbike Rental$5.83
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Chumpon to Koh Tao Ferry$20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Tao
Also for Koh Tao, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Convenient Catamaran and Bus Transfer from Koh Tao to Krabi: $63
- Koh Tao to Krabi High Speed Catamaran with Bus Transfer: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Brno or Koh Tao?
Prices for flights to both Koh Tao and Brno 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 dayBrno $113Koh Tao $18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brno
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brno.
- Essential Guided Walking Food Tour: $173
Typical Food Prices in Koh Tao
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Tao:
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Sit Down Lunch (for One)$6.14
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Breakfast$4.60
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Casual Breakfast (for Two)$3.68
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$15
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Pancake$2.15
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American Breakfast (for Two)$8.60
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Dinner at Bam Bam (for Two)$8.29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class with Sea View from Koh Tao: $63
- Memorable Thai Cooking Class with Stunning View from Koh Tao: $67
- Koh Tao Private Rooftop Thai Cooking Class with Scenic View: $218
- Private Thai Cooking Class at Rooftop Kitchen on Koh Tao: $254
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brno -Koh Tao $30
Tours and Activities in Brno
Here are a few actual costs in Brno for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hour Private Tour with a Local Guide in Brno: $71
- 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $41
- BMP tank driving experience Prague: $294
- Beyond Secrets of Moravian Nature - Half-Day Tour: $193
- Brno City Tour Discover the Czech Republic Hidden Gem: $21
- Brno Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems for Small Groups: $103
- Brno Historical Walking Tour: $35
- Brno Private Walking Tour: $272
- Brno’s Historic Gems: A Private Walking Tour: $784
- 3-Hour History & Legends Walking Tour: $47
- Food tasting tour in Hidden Gems (Small Groups): $102
- Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $35
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental (One Hour)$7.67
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Snorkel Rental$3.07
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Kayak and Snorkel (2)$3.07
Tours and Activities in Koh Tao
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Tao.
- No Rush Morning & Afternoon 5 Stop Snorkeling tour for Koh Tao: $28
- Snorkelling Trip 5 Island Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nang yuan: $29
- 5 Islands Full-Day Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan: $30
- Ko Tao: Ko Nangyuan & Hidden Bays Snorkeling Tour with Lunch: $30
- Koh Tao Top Crystal Clear Snorkeling Day Tour by Big Boat: $30
- Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Tao 5 Point Snorkeling Tour: $31
- Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao: $31
- Snorkel Tour to Koh Nangyuan and the hidden bays of Koh Tao onboard the Oxygen: $33
- Koh Tao's First Light Snorkel Adventure with Oxygen Tours: $36
- Koh Tao Snorkeling Tour to Hidden Bays and Koh Nang Yuan: $42
- Premium Snorkel Tour to the Bays of Koh Tao onboard the Oxygen: $46
- CocoTipAdventures and Snorkel with Meals-BBQs-Cocktail-Sunset: $53
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrno $2.64Koh Tao $8.04
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Tao
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Tao from other travelers:
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Beer$2.00
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Bottle of Wine$11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brno and Koh Tao, we can see that Brno is more expensive. And not only is Koh Tao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brno is in Europe and Koh Tao 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 Koh Tao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Tao 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 Brno would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brno than you might in Koh Tao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brno Expensive? and Is Koh Tao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brno or Koh Tao?
Brno has a larger population, and is about 270 times larger than the population of Koh Tao. When comparing the sizes of Brno and Koh Tao, 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 Brno or Koh Tao?
Brno has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Tao experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Brno or Koh Tao in the Summer?
Both Koh Tao and Brno during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tao year-round.
Brno is around the same temperature as Koh Tao in the summer. The daily temperature in Brno averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
It's quite sunny in Brno. In the summer, Brno often gets more sunshine than Koh Tao. Brno gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 195 hours of full sun.
Koh Tao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Brno usually gets less rain in July than Koh Tao. Brno gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBrno 23°C (73°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Brno or Koh Tao in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Brno and Koh Tao. Koh Tao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Brno is much colder than Koh Tao. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Brno in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Koh Tao averages at about 24°C (76°F).
Brno usually receives less sunshine than Koh Tao during autumn. Brno gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 167 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Koh Tao receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Brno usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Brno gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn. Also, October and November is the rainy season in Koh Tao.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBrno 12°C (54°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Brno or Koh Tao in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Brno as well as Koh Tao. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tao throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Brno in the winter. In January, Brno is generally much colder than Koh Tao. Daily temperatures in Brno average around 2°C (36°F), and Koh Tao fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Tao. In the winter, Brno often gets less sunshine than Koh Tao. Brno gets 49 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 255 hours of full sun.
Brno usually gets less rain in January than Koh Tao. Brno gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, February to June in Koh Tao is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBrno 2°C (36°F)Koh Tao 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Brno or Koh Tao in the Spring?
Both Koh Tao and Brno are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Brno is much colder than Koh Tao in the spring. The daily temperature in Brno averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Koh Tao. Brno usually receives less sunshine than Koh Tao during spring. Brno gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 239 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Brno usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Brno gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Koh Tao is February to June.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBrno 13°C (55°F)Koh Tao 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Tao and Brno
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 118 mm (4.6 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.