A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Haifa vs. Sukhothai for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Haifa or Sukhothai?

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

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Haifa and Sukhothai. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Haifa or Sukhothai?

Haifa

Located on the northern Mediterranean coast of Israel, Haifa is Israel's third largest city. It is also a beautiful and strategically located city near the border with Lebanon. The population of Haifa, which is approximately 300,000, is surprisingly diverse. There are Jews, Muslim, and Christian Arabs throughout the city. While Haifa is an industrial city with a strong work ethic and a good job base, it is also a beautiful city with many gardens and a stunning coastline. Today the job base has increasingly become technology based with some large companies such as Google and Microsoft offering employment in the area. Haifa University is also the country's top technology university.

Sukhothai

If you are the kind of wandering traveler looking to find calm and inner peace, you will want to add Sukhothai to your list. Also known as "the dawn of happiness," this area is best known for the ruins of the ancient city of Sukhothai – the capital of Thailand during the 13th century. As the first capital of Siam, the area's temples and monuments are restored and ready for visitors from around the world.

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

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

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

Which is Bigger, Haifa or Sukhothai?

Haifa has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Haifa and Sukhothai, 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 Haifa or Sukhothai?

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 Haifa or Sukhothai in the Summer?

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

It rains a lot this time of the year in Sukhothai. In July, Haifa usually receives less rain than Sukhothai. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Sukhothai receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Haifa. Haifa usually receives more sunshine than Sukhothai during summer. Haifa gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Sukhothai receives 176 hours of full sun in the summer.

Haifa is around the same temperature as Sukhothai in the summer. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Sukhothai fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).

Should I visit Haifa or Sukhothai in the Autumn?

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

October to April is the dry season in Sukhothai. May to October is the rainy season in Sukhothai. Sukhothai gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Haifa usually gets less rain in October than Sukhothai. Haifa gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Sukhothai receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Sukhothai, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Haifa. In the autumn, Haifa often gets more sunshine than Sukhothai. Haifa gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sukhothai receives 229 hours of full sun.

In the autumn, Haifa is cooler than Sukhothai. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Haifa in October average around 24°C (75°F), and Sukhothai averages at about 28°C (83°F).

Should I visit Haifa or Sukhothai in the Winter?

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

Haifa gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Haifa usually receives more rain than Sukhothai. Haifa gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Sukhothai receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sukhothai this time of the year. Haifa usually receives less sunshine than Sukhothai during winter. Haifa gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Sukhothai receives 266 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Haifa is generally much colder than Sukhothai. Daily temperatures in Haifa average around 14°C (57°F), and Sukhothai fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

Should I visit Haifa or Sukhothai in the Spring?

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

Also, October to April in Sukhothai is the dry season. May to October in Sukhothai is the rainy season. Haifa usually gets less rain in April than Sukhothai. Haifa gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Sukhothai receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sukhothai. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Haifa this time of the year. In the spring, Haifa often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Sukhothai. Haifa gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sukhothai receives 279 hours of full sun.

The heat can be very extreme in Sukhothai. Haifa is much colder than Sukhothai in the spring. The daily temperature in Haifa averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Sukhothai fluctuates around 32°C (89°F).

Typical Weather for Sukhothai and Haifa