A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Eilat vs. Koh Chang for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Eilat or Koh Chang?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Eilat or Koh Chang? 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: Eilat or Koh Chang?

Eilat

Eilat serves as the gateway to Israel from Egypt. It's located at the southern tip of the country and sits on the Red Sea with views of the Gulf of Aqaba. It's location in the Negev Desert along the beautiful coast make it appealing to both domestic and international vacationers.

Eilat is a resort town with many dive shops and snorkeling opportunities. The population of about 50,000 can easily be overshadowed by vacationers. With no shortage of sun, entertainment, bars, and partying, you will find both Israeli and international tourists looking for an oasis of fun and relaxation.

Although the area's coral reefs were being damaged by overuse, the removal of contraversial fish cages in 2008 has led to a slow recovery and an improvement in the quality of diving and snorkeling in the area. There are also less crowds than you will find in Sharm el-Sheikh or Dahab, Egypt.

Eilat has a hot desert climate. The summers are hot and dry and the winters are warm and dry. Temperatures in the winter can range from 52 to 73 degrees Fahrenheit and summer temperatures are usually between 79 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.

Koh Chang

Most people pick Thailand for their destination because they're anxious to collapse on a breathtaking beach. If that is you, Ko Chang does not disappoint. As one the country's most beautiful islands, Ko Chang is full of white beaches and incredible wildlife. Beware, though, you're not the only one with Ko Chang in mind. During the high season, the island can become quite crowded with tourists.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Koh Chang, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Koh Chang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Koh Chang 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 Chang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Chang 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 Eilat would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Eilat than you might in Koh Chang.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Koh Chang Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Eilat or Koh Chang?

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 Eilat or Koh Chang in the Summer?

Both Koh Chang and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Chang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Chang. In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Koh Chang. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 440 mm (17.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Eilat. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Koh Chang during summer. Eilat gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Chang receives 143 hours of full sun in the summer.

The heat can be very extreme in Eilat. In the summer, Eilat is a little warmer than Koh Chang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Eilat in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Koh Chang averages at about 28°C (82°F).

Should I visit Eilat or Koh Chang in the Autumn?

Both Koh Chang and Eilat during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Eilat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Chang year-round.

November to February is the dry season in Koh Chang. June to October is the rainy season in Koh Chang. Koh Chang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Koh Chang. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 280 mm (11 in) of rain this time of the year.

It's quite sunny in Eilat. In the autumn, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Koh Chang. Eilat gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Chang receives 193 hours of full sun.

In October, Eilat is generally around the same temperature as Koh Chang. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 26°C (79°F), and Koh Chang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

Should I visit Eilat or Koh Chang in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Koh Chang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round. Koh Chang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

November to February in Koh Chang is the dry season. In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Koh Chang. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Chang this time of the year. In Eilat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Eilat usually receives less sunshine than Koh Chang during winter. Eilat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Chang receives 282 hours of full sun in the winter.

Eilat is much colder than Koh Chang in the winter. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Koh Chang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

Should I visit Eilat or Koh Chang in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Koh Chang. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Chang throughout the year.

June to October in Koh Chang is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Koh Chang. Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Koh Chang. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Koh Chang receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Chang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Eilat this time of the year. In the spring, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Koh Chang. Eilat gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Chang receives 247 hours of full sun.

In the spring, Eilat is cooler than Koh Chang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Eilat in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Koh Chang averages at about 29°C (84°F).

Typical Weather for Koh Chang and Eilat