Which place is cheaper, Koh Samet or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Koh Samet?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Koh Samet, 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 Samet?
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 Samet
The country of Thailand is full of some of the world's most stunning beauty and peaceful settings. So it begs the question, where the Thai people go to get away from it all? They go to Ko Samet on the eastern gulf coast. Located just outside of Bangkok, Ko Samet provides visitors an easily accessible and desirable weekend getaway spot. With white beaches and coral of every other color, this island has steadily developed over the last few years without an intense construction increase like many other Thai beaches. Once thought to be the home of pirates, this island provides plenty to wonder about including, are there hidden treasures under that gorgeous white sand?
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $160Koh Samet $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $160, while the average daily cost in Koh Samet is $126. 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 Samet in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $78Koh Samet $35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $156Koh Samet $70
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Koh Samet
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Koh Samet? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Samet Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $8.21Koh Samet $75
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.87
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Light Rail Jerusalem$12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $83
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $85
- Private Transfer From Amman or Dead Sea To Petra and Wadi Rum: $85
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $85
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv (TLV) Airport-Private Departure Transfer: $90
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $92
- Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv (From/To) One Way Intercity Transfers: $100
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Tel Aviv Airport: $130
- Jerusalem Private Transfer to Allaenby Bridge: $130
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Dead Sea: $130
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $186
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Koh Samet?
Prices for flights to both Koh Samet 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 $67Koh Samet $52
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$3.28
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Watermelon$4.91
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Lunch$14
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Food at Market$19
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Juice$3.28
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Bagels$9.83
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Lunch for 2$18
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Snacks$6.88
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Mahane Yehuda Market Guided Food Tour: $89
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $107
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $127
- Christmas Eve Jerusalem and Bethlehem with Dinner from Jerusalem: $180
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $243
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $10Koh Samet $9.81
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$41
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- Jerusalem’s Old City Walls: An Audio Tour Through Time and Faith: $9.99
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Old City: $9.99
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Siege of Jerusalem 70AD GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $11
- Jerusalem Yad Vashem Holocaust History Museum Tour: $12
- Classic Jerusalem Old City - Self Guiding Tour: $13
- In The Footsteps of Jesus - Self Guiding Tour: $13
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Tram Tour of The Old City of Jerusalem: $30
- Jerusalem Old City Half-Day Tour: $39
- Old City Morning Tour: $39
- Old City Highlights Tour: $39
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $19Koh Samet $5.12
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$5.90
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Koh Samet, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Koh Samet much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Koh Samet 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 Samet would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Samet 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 Samet.
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 Samet Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem or Koh Samet?
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 Samet in the Summer?
Both Koh Samet and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Samet because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Samet. In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Koh Samet. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Koh Samet receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Jerusalem. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Koh Samet during summer. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Samet receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
In the summer, Jerusalem is cooler than Koh Samet. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Koh Samet averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Koh Samet 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Koh Samet in the Autumn?
Both Koh Samet and Jerusalem during the autumn 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 Samet year-round.
Koh Samet gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Koh Samet. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Koh Samet receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Jerusalem. In the autumn, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Koh Samet. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Samet receives 167 hours of full sun.
In October, Jerusalem is generally cooler than Koh Samet. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Koh Samet fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Koh Samet 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Koh Samet in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Koh Samet. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Koh Samet attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives around the same amount of rain as Koh Samet. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Koh Samet receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Samet this time of the year. Jerusalem usually receives less sunshine than Koh Samet during winter. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Samet receives 255 hours of full sun in the winter.
Jerusalem is much colder than Koh Samet in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Koh Samet fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Koh Samet 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Koh Samet in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Koh Samet. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Samet throughout the year.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Koh Samet. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Koh Samet receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Samet. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jerusalem this time of the year. In the spring, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Koh Samet. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Samet receives 239 hours of full sun.
In the spring, Jerusalem is much colder than Koh Samet. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Koh Samet averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Koh Samet 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Samet and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 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.