Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Chumphon?
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 Chumphon or Seoul?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chumphon or Seoul? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Chumphon or Seoul?
Chumphon
Sometimes tourism has a tendency to spoil the natural beauty of a place. This is not the case in the magical city of Chumphon, Thailand. As the gateway to the Chumphon Archipelago, this city has maintained natural, untouched beauty. Its miles of coastline are full of fine beaches with fishing, swimming and a number of other activities.
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Chiang Mai, The Best 10-Day Tours from Bangkok, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Chumphon Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChumphon $51Seoul $128
The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $51, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $128. 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 Chumphon and Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChumphon $18Seoul $54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChumphon $36Seoul $108
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Chumphon or Seoul? 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: Chumphon Hotel Prices and Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chumphon $7.28Seoul $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.58
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Short Taxi Ride$5.01
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Metro Ride$0.97
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- [Cherry blossom]Gyeongju Tour from SEOUL transfer to BUSAN: $101
- Transfer Service from Gimpo Airport to Hotel City: $57
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport (1-12pax): $165
- Private Transfer To/From Incheon Airport: $98
- Night Views Tour with Guide and Transfers: $41
- Seoul to Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) - Departure Private Transfer: $80
- Seoul Incheon Airport ICN to Seoul - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $160
- Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $129
- Seoul Incheon Airport (ICN) to Seoul - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
- Seoul Gimpo Airport (GMP) Transfer to Seoul/Suwon/Seongnam/Yongin: $60
- Private transfer from Seoul hotel to Seoul Station and so on: $133
- Private Transfer from Seoul to Incheon Cruise Terminal(12 pax): $190
Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul and Chumphon 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 dayChumphon $25Seoul $51
Typical Food Prices in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Ice Cream$0.19
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Fruit at the Market$0.63
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Breakfast$1.26
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.30
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Waffle$0.72
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Dippin' Dots$1.43
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Chicken Fried Rice$3.94
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Chicken Stick$1.43
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.36
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Lunch Buffet$4.30
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Donut$0.72
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Mushroom Burger$3.72
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.36
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Udon & Sushi$5.01
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Fresh Burger$3.44
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.22
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.58
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Fried Rice$3.94
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Vietnamese Dinner$6.80
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$6.80
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Donut$1.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
- Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
- [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $52
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
- Wine & K-BBQ: A Perfect Pairing Dinner: $53
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $58
- Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
- Seoul by Night: Palaces, Market & Street Food Tour (Vegan Option): $65
- Namdaemun Market Food Tour: $65
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $67
- Cooking Class in Seoul with Korean Grandma: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chumphon $12Seoul $26
Tours and Activities in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Unique Yoga Private Class Experience in Chumphon: $87
- Jet Ski Adventure with Island Trip Option: $93
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.73
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Movie Ticket$5.73
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Kimchi Museum$2.15
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- DMZ, Eunpyeong village and Jinkwansa Temple Private Tour : $212
- Private Garden of Morning Calm Experience: $267
- Private Tour Nami Island & Morning Calm Garden: $256
- Seoul National Museum Walking Tour Experience: $35
- (Closed) Korea’s White House Walking Tour Blue House: $148
- (Small Group) Art and Architecture tour of Seoul: $122
- 1 Day Private Full DMZ Tour in Seoul with Crystal Gondola: $220
- 2 Hours Seoul Private Walking Tour Including Pick up: $59
- 2025 Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best: DMZ Tour from Seoul: $29
- 2D 1N Phoenix Pyeongchang Reseot Stay + Trout Ice-Fishing Festival Tour: $144
- 3-Hour Self-guided Sokcho Tour with Private Transportation: $30
- Aegibong DMZ and Eunpyeong Hanok Village One Day Tour from Seoul: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChumphon $13Seoul $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Chumphon
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Chumphon are as follows:
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Beer (2)$4.40
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $29
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $42
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $47
- Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
- Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $59
- Korean Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $60
- Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
- Itaewon Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $73
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chumphon and Seoul, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Chumphon much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Chumphon would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Chumphon 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul than you might in Chumphon.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Chumphon Expensive? and Is Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chumphon or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Chumphon and Seoul, 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 Chumphon or Seoul?
Seoul has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Chumphon experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Chumphon or Seoul in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Chumphon as well as Seoul. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Seoul for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Chumphon is around the same temperature as Seoul. Typically, the summer temperatures in Chumphon in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Seoul averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In the summer, Chumphon often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Chumphon gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 121 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Seoul. Chumphon receives a lot of rain in the summer. Chumphon usually gets less rain in July than Seoul. Chumphon gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChumphon 28°C (82°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Seoul in the Autumn?
Both Seoul and Chumphon are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Seoul in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In October, Chumphon is generally much warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Chumphon average around 27°C (81°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite sunny in Seoul. Chumphon usually receives less sunshine than Seoul during autumn. Chumphon gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 204 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Chumphon. In October, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Seoul. Chumphon gets 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChumphon 27°C (81°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Seoul in the Winter?
Both Seoul and Chumphon during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Seoul for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Seoul can be very cold during winter. Chumphon is much warmer than Seoul in the winter. The daily temperature in Chumphon averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
It's quite sunny in Chumphon. In the winter, Chumphon often gets more sunshine than Seoul. Chumphon gets 255 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 163 hours of full sun.
Chumphon usually gets more rain in January than Seoul. Chumphon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChumphon 25°C (77°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Seoul in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Chumphon and Seoul. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chumphon year-round. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Seoul because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Chumphon is much warmer than Seoul. Typically, the spring temperatures in Chumphon in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Seoul averages at about 13°C (55°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seoul this time of the year. In Chumphon, it's very sunny this time of the year. Chumphon usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during spring. Chumphon gets 239 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 205 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Chumphon usually receives less rain than Seoul. Chumphon gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChumphon 29°C (84°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Chumphon
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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