Which place is cheaper, Koh Lipe or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Koh Lipe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Koh Lipe, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Koh Lipe?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
Koh Lipe
Ko Lipe used to be one of Thailand's most gorgeous hidden treasures. While it's still breathtaking, it's certainly not hidden anymore. With a small community of approximately 700 chow lair, or sea gypsies, this region is doing its best to maintain the beauty of its culture and beaches despite the influx of tourism. The rapid development has seen additions of concrete cafes and travel agencies. There are still rich, cultural gems to find in Ko Lipe - you just have to be willing to wander.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $107Koh Lipe $85
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, while the average daily cost in Koh Lipe is $85. 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 Jerusalem and Koh Lipe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $63Koh Lipe $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $126Koh Lipe $88
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Koh Lipe
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Koh Lipe? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Koh Lipe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.64Koh Lipe $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.13
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Allenby Bridge to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Private Transfer: $170
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $144
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lipe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lipe:
- Private Transfer Pak Bara Pier to Hatyai Airport by Van: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Koh Lipe?
Prices for flights to both Koh Lipe and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $31Koh Lipe $26
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.65
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Watermelon$3.98
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.65
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Bagels$7.96
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Lunch for 2$14
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Snacks$5.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.43Koh Lipe $23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$33
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- In The Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour - Dguide Self Guiding App: $7.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
- Independent graffiti tour in Jerusalem at your own time and pace: $22
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Old City Shabbat Experience and Walking Tour: $28
- Guided Walking Tour of the Old City: $30
- Guided Shabbat Experience in Jerusalem: $30
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour : $30
- Old City Highlights Tour: $39
Tours and Activities in Koh Lipe
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lipe for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hours Tour Sunset Cruise Around Lipe: $15
- Experience the Koh Lipe Backyard including 5 Mysterious Islands: $21
- Full-Day Koh Lipe 7 Islands Snorkeling Experience with Lunch: $24
- Experience the Koh Lipe Frontier in the Eastern Adang Archipelago: $25
- Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) 1 day Experience: $111
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Koh Lipe $8.18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Koh Lipe, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Koh Lipe much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Lipe 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem than you might in Koh Lipe.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Koh Lipe Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem or Koh Lipe?
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 Jerusalem or Koh Lipe in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Koh Lipe. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Koh Lipe attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Koh Lipe receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Koh Lipe. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Koh Lipe receives 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Jerusalem is cooler than Koh Lipe in the summer. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Koh Lipe fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Koh Lipe 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Koh Lipe in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Koh Lipe. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lipe throughout the year.
Also, December to April in Koh Lipe is the dry season. May to October in Koh Lipe is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Koh Lipe. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Koh Lipe. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Koh Lipe receives 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Jerusalem is cooler than Koh Lipe. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jerusalem in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Koh Lipe averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Koh Lipe 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Koh Lipe in the Winter?
Both Koh Lipe and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lipe because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives more rain than Koh Lipe. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Koh Lipe receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Jerusalem is generally much colder than Koh Lipe. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 8°C (46°F), and Koh Lipe fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Koh Lipe 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Koh Lipe in the Spring?
Both Koh Lipe and Jerusalem during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lipe year-round.
December to April is the dry season in Koh Lipe. May to October is the rainy season in Koh Lipe. Koh Lipe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Koh Lipe. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Koh Lipe receives 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Jerusalem is much colder than Koh Lipe in the spring. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Koh Lipe fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Koh Lipe 29°C (85°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Lipe and Jerusalem
| Jerusalem | Koh Lipe | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
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