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

Should you visit Eilat or Pyeongchang?

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

Should I visit Eilat or Pyeongchang? 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 Pyeongchang?

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.

Pyeongchang

Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.

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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eilat and Pyeongchang, we can see that Eilat is more expensive. And not only is Pyeongchang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Eilat is in Middle East and Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang.

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

When is the best time to visit Eilat or Pyeongchang?

Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Eilat experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Eilat or Pyeongchang in the Summer?

Both Pyeongchang and Eilat are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Eilat throughout the year.

The heat can be very extreme in Eilat. In the summer, Eilat is a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Eilat in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 24°C (76°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Eilat. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during summer. Eilat gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. In July, Eilat usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Eilat or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?

Both Pyeongchang 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.

In October, Eilat is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Eilat average around 26°C (79°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).

It's quite sunny in Eilat. In the autumn, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Eilat gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun.

Pyeongchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Eilat usually gets less rain in October than Pyeongchang. Eilat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Eilat or Pyeongchang in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Eilat and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Eilat year-round.

The weather in Pyeongchang can be very cold. Eilat is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the winter. The daily temperature in Eilat averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).

In Eilat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Eilat usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during winter. Eilat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Eilat usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Eilat gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Eilat or Pyeongchang in the Spring?

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

In the spring, Eilat is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Eilat in April average around 24°C (75°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 12°C (54°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Eilat this time of the year. In the spring, Eilat often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Eilat gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun.

Eilat usually gets less rain in April than Pyeongchang. Eilat gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Eilat