Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Khao Lak?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Khao Lak and Lombok 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.
Resiliency and relaxation. Those are the two words used to describe one of Thailand's most breathtaking cities. Khao Lak is located in southern Thailand, and when the tsunami of 2004 hit, this area saw the most damage. With more than 4,000 fatalities, 3,000 still unaccounted for and enormous structural damages, many thought Khao Lak would not be able to bounce back. They have proved everyone wrong with a strong and impressive recovery. Now it has returned to its status of vacation hotspot. Unlike neighboring Phuket, though, the resorts in Khao Lak are designed for families and some peace and quiet.
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Khao Lak is $114, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $53. 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 Khao Lak and Lombok in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Khao Lak or Lombok? 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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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Khao Lak:
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Lombok and Khao Lak 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Khao Lak.
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few actual costs in Khao Lak for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Khao Lak and Lombok, we can see that Khao Lak is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Khao Lak would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Lak than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Khao Lak Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Both Lombok and Khao Lak during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Lak because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Lak. Khao Lak usually gets more rain in July than Lombok. Khao Lak gets 284 mm (11.2 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Khao Lak is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the summer temperatures in Khao Lak in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Lombok averages at about 26°C (79°F).
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Khao Lak and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Lak year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to April in Khao Lak is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Khao Lak. Lombok receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Khao Lak gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Khao Lak usually receives more rain than Lombok. Khao Lak gets 351 mm (13.8 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In October, Khao Lak is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Khao Lak average around 27°C (81°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The winter brings many poeple to Khao Lak as well as Lombok. Khao Lak attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Khao Lak usually gets less rain in January than Lombok. Khao Lak gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Lak this time of the year. In the winter, Khao Lak often gets more sunshine than Lombok. Khao Lak gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun.
Khao Lak is around the same temperature as Lombok in the winter. The daily temperature in Khao Lak averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Both Lombok and Khao Lak are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Lak throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Khao Lak is November to April. The rainy season in Khao Lak is May to October. It's quite rainy in Khao Lak. In April, Khao Lak usually receives more rain than Lombok. Khao Lak gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
In the spring, Khao Lak is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the spring temperatures in Khao Lak in April average around 29°C (83°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Khao Lak | Lombok | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
Mar | 28°C (83°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
Apr | 29°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
May | 28°C (82°F) | 345 mm (13.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 286 mm (11.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 272 mm (10.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 417 mm (16.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |