Which place is cheaper, Tokyo 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 Tokyo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Chumphon or Tokyo? 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 Tokyo?
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.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
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 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Chumphon Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChumphon $49Tokyo $177
The average daily cost (per person) in Chumphon is $49, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $177. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChumphon $18Tokyo $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChumphon $36Tokyo $148
Compare Hotels in Chumphon and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Chumphon or Tokyo? 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 Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Chumphon $7.01Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Chumphon
Also for Chumphon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Chumphon : Story of Batik Making Workshop with Transfers: $72
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfers to/from Narita Airport(NRT): $79
- Private Transfer to/from Haneda Airport 7 Seater: $124
- Private Transfer from/to Yokohama Port: $180
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Yokohama Port: $67
- Private One-Way Transfers to/from Hakone or Mt.Fuji: $156
- Private One-Way Transfer to/from Haneda Airport(HND): $42
- Private Customize Day Tour With Hotel Transfer: $210
- One-Way Private Transfer from Haneda Airport: $149
- Hotel Transfer to/from Disneyland or DisneySea: $42
- Haneda Airport (HND) Private Transfer to/from City Center: $24
Is it cheaper to fly into Chumphon or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $24Tokyo $62
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$0.18
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Fruit at the Market$0.61
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Breakfast$1.21
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.03
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.03
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Meal at Airport$6.56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $22
- Asakusa: Senso-ji Sightseeing & Street Food Tour with Photos: $29
- Shibuya 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Shinjuku: 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Weekend Japanese Cooking Demonstration with a Tokyo Mom, Toshiko: $49
- Traditional Matcha Making Cooking Class & Tea Ceremony in Tokyo: $50
- Tokyo Sushi Making Experience & Japanese Cooking Class: $58
- Japanese cooking class - Bring the flavors of Japan to France: $61
- Cooking experience to squeeze “sakura” with icing cream in Tokyo: $64
- Real Flower Cake Cooking Experience in Nerima,Tokyo: $64
- [1 Group Only] Explore Tokyo Ginza Food Tour for Family: $64
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Chumphon $11Tokyo $66
Tours and Activities in Chumphon
For Chumphon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Chumphon : 2.5hrs ATV Hidden Scenic Trail Adventure: $133
- 3-Hours SUP Board Experience to Hidden Gem: $39
- Hiking Adventure to Hidden Khao Thalu Cave: $217
- Jet Ski Adventure with Island Trip Option: $136
- Jet Ski Island Adventure – Explore Hidden Islands: $106
- Kayaking Adventure to Hidden Gems Escape: $45
- Private Speedboat Snorkeling Tour with Lunch: $245
- Tianmen Mountain, Big Buddha & Optional ATV Tour: $106
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- "Enjoy Tokyo Tour" Harajuku Meiji-jingu & Delicious Sake Tasting: $64
- (Private tour)ShinjukuUnfiltered Secret bar restaurant Tour: $257
- 1 Day Private Charter Tokyo Tour (Green Number Plates): $30
- 1 Day Tour to Oshino Hakkai Ole Hot Spring in Mount Fuji: $77
- 1-Day Mt Fuji and Hakone Sightseeing trip from Tokyo: $338
- 1-Day Mt.Fuji Hiking Tour(Subashiri 5th to 7th) from Tokyo: $101
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour: $125
- 10:30 local gathering and rafting tour half day (3 hours): $39
- 14:00 local rafting tour half day (3 hours): $39
- 2 Day Package Tour including Haneda Airport Pickup: $203
- 2 Hour Private Tokyo Downtown Kameido Good Fortune Tour: $77
- 2 Hours Walking Tour in Asakusa: $103
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayChumphon $12Tokyo $32
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)$4.24
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $103
- Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-: $103
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $109
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo: $122
- Chiba Nabedana Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting: $128
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $132
- Private Tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and Riverside Walk: $246
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Chumphon and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Chumphon or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Chumphon. When comparing the sizes of Chumphon and Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
Tokyo 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 Tokyo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Chumphon and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Chumphon year-round. Furthermore, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In July, Chumphon is generally around the same temperature as Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Chumphon average around 28°C (82°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Chumphon usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during summer. Chumphon gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 137 hours of full sun in the summer.
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Chumphon gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Chumphon gets 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyChumphon 28°C (82°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Tokyo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Chumphon as well as Tokyo. Chumphon attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Chumphon is much warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Chumphon averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In the autumn, Chumphon often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Chumphon gets 167 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 129 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Chumphon receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Chumphon usually gets more rain in October than Tokyo. Chumphon gets 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberChumphon 27°C (81°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Tokyo in the Winter?
Both Tokyo and Chumphon are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Chumphon throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Chumphon is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Chumphon in January average around 25°C (77°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Chumphon. Chumphon usually receives more sunshine than Tokyo during winter. Chumphon gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Tokyo receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Chumphon usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Chumphon gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryChumphon 25°C (77°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Chumphon or Tokyo in the Spring?
Both Tokyo and Chumphon during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Chumphon because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Tokyo for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Chumphon is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Chumphon average around 29°C (84°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Chumphon. In the spring, Chumphon often gets more sunshine than Tokyo. Chumphon gets 239 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tokyo receives 161 hours of full sun.
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Chumphon usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Chumphon gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilChumphon 29°C (84°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Chumphon
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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