A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Koh Chang vs. Boracay for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Koh Chang or Boracay?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Koh Chang or Boracay, 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: Koh Chang or Boracay?

Koh Chang

Most people pick Thailand for their destination because they're anxious to collapse on a breathtaking beach. If that is you, Ko Chang does not disappoint. As one the country's most beautiful islands, Ko Chang is full of white beaches and incredible wildlife. Beware, though, you're not the only one with Ko Chang in mind. During the high season, the island can become quite crowded with tourists.

Boracay

A small island in the Philippines known for its resorts and beaches, Boracay is a little escape. Each beach has its own unique character, each with new treasures waiting to be discovered.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Philippines.


Which place is cheaper, Boracay or Koh Chang?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Chang is $49, while the average daily cost in Boracay is $56. 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 Koh Chang and Boracay in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Koh Chang $24
    Boracay $23
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Koh Chang $48
    Boracay $46
Compare Hotels in Koh Chang and Boracay

Looking for a hotel in Koh Chang or Boracay? 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.

Hotels in Koh Chang


Hotels in Boracay


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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: Koh Chang Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Koh Chang $13
    Boracay $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Chang

Also for Koh Chang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Trat/ Koh Chang: $118
  • Departure Private Airport Transfer : Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport: $118
  • Private Transfer from Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport or Don Muang Airport: $199
  • Private Transfer from Trat to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $218
  • Private Transfer from Trat to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $212
  • Trat Airport: Shared Transfers to/from Koh Chang with Ferry: $27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boracay

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boracay:

  • Speedboat Caticlan to Boracay Transfer (Oneway): $83
  • Departure: Speedboat Transfer Boracay to Caticlan Airport: $34
  • Caticlan: Speedboat Airport Transfer To Boracay: $42
  • Caticlan: Shared Airport Transfer From/To Boracay: $22
  • Shared Transfer from/to MPH for Domestic Passports: $21
  • Private Transfer from Caticlan Airport to Boracay: $28
  • Boracay Transfer round trip with Island Hopping: $70
  • Boracay Adventures Transfer Services Via Caticlan: $35
  • Airport Transfer to Boracay or vice versa: $21

Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Chang or Boracay?

Prices for flights to both Boracay and Koh Chang 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Koh Chang $17
    Boracay $14

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Koh Chang $5.51
    Boracay $15

Tours and Activities in Koh Chang

For Koh Chang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Private Kayak Experience in Bang Bao Bay with Lunch: $23
  • Full-Day Koh Chang Tour with Lunch : $54
  • Bubblemaker, experience dive for kids from 8 to 10 years old (Koh Chang): $85
  • PADI Discover Scuba Dive Experience: $155
  • 1-Day Adventure in Diving in Koh Chang: $286

Tours and Activities in Boracay

Here are a few actual costs in Boracay for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Hours Boracay Land Tour via Etrike: $18
  • Aklan Tibiao Antique Tour : $190
  • Atv Mainland Adventure with lunch: $65
  • Best Boracay Sunset Party Boat Experience: $46
  • Boracay - Crystal Kayak phot-op Experience: $9.22
  • Boracay ATV Tour and Kawa Hot Bath: $75
  • Boracay Buggy Car Adventure: $115
  • Boracay Cliff Jumping & Snorkeling Experience (Private): $110
  • Boracay Hopping Tour with Standard Boodle Fight Lunch: $33
  • Boracay Island Hopping +Banana Boat (Shared Tour): $42
  • Boracay Island Hopping +Parasailing (SharedTour): $73
  • Boracay Island Hopping Adventure w/ Lunch & Cliff Jumping: $46

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Koh Chang $4.73
    Boracay $16


When comparing the travel costs between Koh Chang and Boracay, we can see that Boracay is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Koh Chang Expensive? and Is Boracay Expensive?.