Which place is cheaper, Luang Prabang or Eilat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eilat or Luang Prabang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Eilat or Luang Prabang? 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 Luang Prabang?
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.
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Israel, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Laos, and The Best Adventure Tours to Laos.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEilat $140Luang Prabang $14
The average daily cost (per person) in Eilat is $140, while the average daily cost in Luang Prabang is $14. 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 Eilat and Luang Prabang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEilat $93Luang Prabang $5.72
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEilat $186Luang Prabang $11
Compare Hotels in Eilat and Luang Prabang
Looking for a hotel in Eilat or Luang Prabang? 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: Eilat Hotel Prices and Luang Prabang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eilat $13Luang Prabang $2.11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Eilat
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Eilat:
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Local Bus$3.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Eilat
Also for Eilat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Jerusalem: One-Way Shuttle Transfer to Eilat: $90
- Private Transfer From Ramon airport Eilat to Eilat Hotels or Arava Border : $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tortola island to Tortola Cruise Port: $81
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Eilat or Luang Prabang?
Prices for flights to both Luang Prabang and Eilat 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 dayEilat $35Luang Prabang $5.47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Evening Bamboo weaving & Cooking classes join-in: $47
- Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner: $50
- Luang Prabang Mekong Sunset Cruise and Hot Pot Dinner: $51
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
- Laos Cooking Class in Luang Prabang: $55
- Cooking Class: $55
- Luang Prabang Evening food tour by Tuktuk: $56
- Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $57
- Luang Prabang Evening Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk : $58
- Full Day bamboo experience with cooking class & Kuang si waterfalls: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eilat $16Luang Prabang $2.72
Tours and Activities in Eilat
For Eilat, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Day Tour to Petra From Eilat: $217
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- Day Tour to Petra from Eilat: $219
- From Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour: $63
- Full Day Petra Tour from Eilat: $289
- Full-Day Tour of Petra from Eilat: $199
- Glass Bottom Boat Cruise in Eilat: $30
- Jeep tour adventure Eilat mountains: $55
- Park Timna: Small Group Photo Tour: $130
- Petra 1-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Traditional Lunch: $199
- Petra 2-Day Tour from Eilat + FREE Authentic Lunch: $290
- Petra and Wadi Rum 2 day tour from Eilat: $299
Tours and Activities in Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- 1 DAY Mekong Cruise to Pak Ou Caves. Kuang Si Waterfalls . Local Villages: $48
- Bike to Kuangsi Waterfall and Cruise the Mekong River Back - Luang Prabang 1 day: $170
- Biking & Kayaking through Nam Khan River Valley - Luang Prabang full day tour: $73
- Dine and Cruise on Mekong River: $66
- Elephant keeper experience option waterfall day tour: $115
- From Guided Mountain Bike Tour with Lunch: $42
- Full Day Kuang Si Warerfalls & Rice Farming Experience in Living Land: $95
- Full Day Private Tour in Luang Prabang: $164
- Full day / Half Day Kayaking and Pak Ou Caves with optional sunset cruise: $41
- Full-Day Luang Prabang Highlights Tour Including Kuangsi Waterfall: $85
- Full-Day Private Guided Pak Ou Caves & Ethnic Village Tour: $159
- Full-Day Private Tour in Luang Prabang with Vintage Jeep: $170
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEilat $27Luang Prabang $1.82
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Luang Prabang, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eilat Expensive? and Is Luang Prabang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Eilat or Luang Prabang?
Luang Prabang has a larger population, and is about 4% larger than the population of Eilat. When comparing the sizes of Eilat and Luang Prabang, 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 Eilat or Luang Prabang?
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 Luang Prabang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Luang Prabang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round. Luang Prabang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Luang Prabang receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Luang Prabang. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The heat can be very extreme in Eilat. In the summer, Eilat is a little warmer than Luang Prabang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Eilat in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Luang Prabang averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEilat 33°C (91°F)Luang Prabang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Luang Prabang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Eilat as well as Luang Prabang. Eilat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luang Prabang throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Luang Prabang. Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Luang Prabang. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 126 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In October, Eilat is generally around the same temperature as Luang Prabang. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 26°C (79°F), and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEilat 26°C (79°F)Luang Prabang 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Luang Prabang in the Winter?
Both Luang Prabang and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Luang Prabang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Luang Prabang. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Eilat is cooler than Luang Prabang in the winter. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Luang Prabang fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEilat 14°C (57°F)Luang Prabang 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Eilat or Luang Prabang in the Spring?
Both Luang Prabang and Eilat during the spring 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 Luang Prabang year-round.
Luang Prabang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Luang Prabang. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Luang Prabang receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the spring, Eilat is cooler than Luang Prabang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Eilat in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Luang Prabang averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEilat 24°C (75°F)Luang Prabang 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Luang Prabang and Eilat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 126 mm (5 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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