Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Islamabad or Pyeongchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Pyeongchang 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.
Where Should I go: Islamabad or Pyeongchang?
Islamabad
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.
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 Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $42Pyeongchang $114
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $114. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Pyeongchang $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Pyeongchang $124
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad or Pyeongchang? 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices and Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.68Pyeongchang $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transit Trip: Murree Exploration Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - DEPARTURE: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $15Pyeongchang $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.48Pyeongchang $51
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- 5-Hour Private Guided Tour in Islamabad City: $130
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private Guided Tour of Taxila Gandahara Civilization : $140
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad City Tour : $150
- Islamabad City Tour With Faisal Mosque, Pakistan Monument & Lunch : $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Pyeongchang $8.79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Islamabad or Pyeongchang?
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.
Should I visit Islamabad or Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Pyeongchang.
It's very hot in Islamabad this time of the year. Islamabad is a little warmer than Pyeongchang in the summer. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 32°C (90°F) in July, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during summer. Islamabad gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun in the summer.
Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the summer. Islamabad gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Pyeongchang. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIslamabad 32°C (90°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Pyeongchang.
In the autumn, Islamabad is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Islamabad in October average around 26°C (80°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 15°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In the autumn, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Islamabad gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Pyeongchang. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIslamabad 26°C (80°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Pyeongchang. In January, Islamabad is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 14°C (57°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIslamabad 14°C (57°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
Both Pyeongchang and Islamabad during the spring are popular places to visit.
Islamabad is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the spring. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 27°C (80°F) in April, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Pyeongchang, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Islamabad. In the spring, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Islamabad gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Pyeongchang. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIslamabad 27°C (80°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Islamabad
| Islamabad | Pyeongchang | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.