Which place is cheaper, Kobe or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Kobe can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
Located between the sea and the Rokko mountain range, Kobe is a port city in Japan also considered to be one of the country's most attractive. Though it was devastated by a historic earthquake in 1995, known locally as the Great Hanshin Earthquake, Kobe has fully recovered to its cosmopolitan splendor with plenty for visitors to see and do.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Japan.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, while the average daily cost in Kobe is $103. 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 Islamabad and Kobe in more detail.
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Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Kobe, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Kobe, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Kobe.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kobe:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Kobe, we can see that Kobe is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Kobe would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kobe than you might in Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Kobe Expensive?.
Kobe has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad and Kobe, 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.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Kobe and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Kobe for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Islamabad can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Islamabad is generally a little warmer than Kobe. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 32°C (90°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during summer. Islamabad gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 183 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kobe. It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Kobe. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Kobe and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Kobe in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Islamabad is a little warmer than Kobe in the autumn. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 26°C (80°F) in October, and Kobe fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. In the autumn, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Kobe. Islamabad gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 159 hours of full sun.
Kobe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Kobe. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Kobe. Furthermore, most visitors come to Kobe for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Islamabad is much warmer than Kobe. Typically, the winter temperatures in Islamabad in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Kobe averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Kobe during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Kobe receives 140 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Kobe. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Kobe. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Kobe because of the activities around the city.
In April, Islamabad is generally much warmer than Kobe. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 27°C (80°F), and Kobe fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In the spring, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Kobe. Islamabad gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kobe receives 176 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Kobe. Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Kobe. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Kobe receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Islamabad | Kobe | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 219 mm (8.6 in) |
Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |