Which place is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi or Hangzhou?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi?
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 Hangzhou and Koh Phi Phi. 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: Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi?
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is a city in Eastern China, about an hour by train from Shanghai, renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. Each year it attracts more than 20 million tourists who come to see what the city has to offer. Set amongst the natural scenery of lakes and mountains, Hangzhou is modern city that coexists with the old. Historic pagodas and cultural sites built around the central lake sit like they belong amidst the skyscrapers and bustling markets of today.
Koh Phi Phi
The islands of Koh Phi Phi, off the coast of southwestern Thailand, are very popular with travelers because of their unrivaled tropical scenery, clear blue waters, relaxing atmosphere, and undersea attractions. However, in the last decade, Koh Phi Phi has seen a huge surge in tourism, adding to the crowds and pollution of the main (and only populated) island, known as Koh Phi Phi Don.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to China, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHangzhou $67Koh Phi Phi $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Hangzhou is $67, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi is $78. 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 Hangzhou and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHangzhou $24Koh Phi Phi $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHangzhou $48Koh Phi Phi $88
Compare Hotels in Hangzhou and Koh Phi Phi
Looking for a hotel in Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi? 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: Koh Phi Phi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hangzhou $8.27Koh Phi Phi $7.49
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hangzhou:
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Local Bus for Two$0.56
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hangzhou:
- Hangzhou to Beijing Bullet Train Ticket with Local Private Transfer : $173
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with stop-over at Wuzhen Water Town: $165
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport TransferTo Shanghai Pudong Airport: $140
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with Drop-off Options : $131
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport Private Transfer to QianDao Lake : $131
- Private Transfer to Shanghai Pudong Airport from Hangzhou: $129
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou West Lake Show VIP Ticket with Private Transfer: $128
- Private Transfer to Qiandao Lake from Hangzhou: $125
- Private Transfer to Yiwu City from Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport: $125
- Private Transfer to Suzhou City from Hangzhou: $113
- Private Transfer to Hengdian World Studios from Hangzhou: $113
- Private Transfer between Hangzhou City and Canglong Waterfall in Anji: $108
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:
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Ferry to Maya Beach (for 2)$16
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Longboat Taxi$2.96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Phi Phi
Also for Koh Phi Phi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ferry Transfer from Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi Tonsai: $14
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket VIP Speed Boat Transfer: $24
- One-Way Departure Transfer from Phi Phi Island (Speedboat) to Phuket Airport : $57
- Speedboat Transfer Phi Phi Tonsai to Phuket with Dropoff Service: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi?
Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi and Hangzhou 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 dayHangzhou $18Koh Phi Phi $12
Typical Food Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hangzhou:
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Breakfast Pastries$2.39
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Pizza Hut Lunch$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hangzhou.
- All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner: $117
- Private Amazing Hangzhou Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option : $170
Typical Food Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:
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Crepe$1.78
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Sit Down Lunch$10
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Casual Lunch$6.22
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Coconut Donut$0.30
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Lunch at Mexican Restaurant (for 2)$12
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Sit Down Dinner$15
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hangzhou $20Koh Phi Phi $49
Tours and Activities in Hangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Hangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-day Village Tea Picking, Roasting & Serving Guided Private Tour from Hangzhou : $244
- 2-Hour Private Tea plantation tour in Hangzhou China: $125
- 3 days tour Shanghai Huangshan & Hangzhou by bullet trains: $830
- 4-Hour Hangzhou City Private Customized Tour with Options: $112
- 4-Hour Hangzhou Highlights Tour of Lingyin Temple and West Lake: $188
- 5 hours Hangzhou Tour Itinerary: $159
- All-inclusive Customized Hangzhou Private Day Tour: $216
- Authentic Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour : $53
- Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $59
- Best of A Comprehensive Tour of the City's Top Sights: $153
- Customized Hangzhou Guided Tour Based on Your Interests: $145
- Customized Hangzhou Guided Tour Based on Your Interests: $145
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental$8.89
Tours and Activities in Koh Phi Phi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Phi Phi.
- Ferry from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket with Dropoff Service by Royal Jet Cruiser: $14
- Phuket Trick Eye Museum Admission Ticket: $15
- Phuket Trick Eye Museum Admission Ticket: $16
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket by Phi Phi Cruiser: $18
- Phi Phi Island To Phuket By Phi Phi Cruiser: $18
- Phuket Trick Eye Museum Admission Ticket: $18
- Phi Phi Island Half Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $19
- Phuket Trick Eye Museum Admission Ticket (SHA Plus): $21
- Snorkeling Phi Phi Islands Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $21
- Phi Phi Islands Sunset Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $23
- Half-Day Morning Bamboo Island Tour from Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $23
- Phi Phi 7 Islands Full-Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHangzhou $10Koh Phi Phi $6.14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Phi Phi from other travelers:
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Mojito Bucket$15
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Banana Daiquiri$5.93
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hangzhou and Koh Phi Phi, we can see that Koh Phi Phi is more expensive. And not only is Hangzhou much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hangzhou would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hangzhou 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 Koh Phi Phi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Phi Phi than you might in Hangzhou.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hangzhou Expensive? and Is Koh Phi Phi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi?
Hangzhou has a larger population, and is about 1880 times larger than the population of Koh Phi Phi. When comparing the sizes of Hangzhou and Koh Phi Phi, 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 Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi?
Hangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Phi Phi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi in the Summer?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Hangzhou during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Phi Phi year-round.
Hangzhou is around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi in the summer. The daily temperature in Hangzhou averages around 29°C (85°F) in July, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Koh Phi Phi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Hangzhou. Hangzhou usually gets less rain in July than Koh Phi Phi. Hangzhou gets 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHangzhou 29°C (85°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hangzhou and Koh Phi Phi. Koh Phi Phi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Hangzhou is cooler than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hangzhou in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Koh Phi Phi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Hangzhou usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Hangzhou gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain each month for the autumn. December to March in Koh Phi Phi is the dry season. Also, May to November is the rainy season in Koh Phi Phi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHangzhou 19°C (66°F)Koh Phi Phi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hangzhou as well as Koh Phi Phi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.
Hangzhou can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Hangzhou is generally much colder than Koh Phi Phi. Daily temperatures in Hangzhou average around 5°C (41°F), and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Hangzhou usually gets more rain in January than Koh Phi Phi. Hangzhou gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Koh Phi Phi is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHangzhou 5°C (41°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hangzhou or Koh Phi Phi in the Spring?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Hangzhou are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Phi Phi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Hangzhou is much colder than Koh Phi Phi in the spring. The daily temperature in Hangzhou averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. It's quite rainy in Hangzhou. In April, Hangzhou usually receives more rain than Koh Phi Phi. Hangzhou gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring. The rainy season in Koh Phi Phi is May to November.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHangzhou 16°C (61°F)Koh Phi Phi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Phi Phi and Hangzhou
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.