Which place is cheaper, Nanjing or Koh Chang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Chang or Nanjing?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Koh Chang or Nanjing, 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 Nanjing?
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.
Nanjing
Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Chang $48Nanjing $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Chang is $48, while the average daily cost in Nanjing is $96. 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 Nanjing in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Chang $24Nanjing $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Chang $48Nanjing $92
Compare Hotels in Koh Chang and Nanjing
Looking for a hotel in Koh Chang or Nanjing? 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: Koh Chang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Chang $13Nanjing $38
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: $116
- Departure Private Airport Transfer : Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport: $116
- Private Transfer from Koh Chang to Bangkok Airport or Don Muang Airport: $199
- Private Transfer from Trat to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $216
- Private Transfer from Trat to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $209
- Trat Airport: Shared Transfers to/from Koh Chang with Ferry: $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nanjing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:
- Zhenjiang Private Transfer Service from Nanjing City or Lukou Airport : $78
- Yangzhou Private Transfer Service from Nanjing City or Lukou Airport : $80
- Tangshan Hot Spring Resorts Private Transfer from Nanjing Railway Station: $44
- Private Transfer to Yangzhou City from Nanjing Lukou Airport : $109
- Private Transfer to Nanjing Railway Station from Lukou Airport : $45
- Private Transfer to Gaochun City from Nanjing Lukou Airport: $88
- Private Transfer to Gaochun City from Nanjing : $88
- Private Transfer between Nanjing Olympic Stadium and City Hotel: $33
- Private Transfer between Nanjing Jinniuhu Wild Animal Park and City Hotels: $62
- Private Transfer Between Tangshan Hot Spring Resort and Nanjing Lukou Airport: $49
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Zhenjiang from Nanjing: $94
- Private Round Trip Transfer to Yangzhou Attractions from Nanjing: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Chang or Nanjing?
Prices for flights to both Nanjing 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
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Food Meals for one dayKoh Chang $17Nanjing $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nanjing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.
- 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation: $93
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Night Tour with Dinner Option : $112
- Nanjing City Private Night Tour with Qinghuai River Cruise and Dinner Option: $114
- Nanjing Tangshan Mountain Hot Spring Experience and Hot Pot Dinner: $175
- Private Amazing Nanjing Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $181
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Chang $5.46Nanjing $9.27
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: $22
- Full-Day Koh Chang Tour with Lunch : $54
- Bubblemaker, experience dive for kids from 8 to 10 years old (Koh Chang): $83
- PADI Discover Scuba Dive Experience: $152
- 1-Day Adventure in Diving in Koh Chang: $281
Tours and Activities in Nanjing
Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half-Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour : $109
- 2-Day Unlimited Nanjing Private Flexible Tour with Lunch Option : $295
- 4-Hour Nanjing City Private Tailor-Made Tour in Your Way : $109
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour: Xiaoling Tomb, Ming City Wall and Memorial Hall : $115
- All Inclusive Amazing Nanjing City Highlights Private Day Tour: $193
- All Inclusive Nanjing City Private Day Tour with Tailor-Made Highlights: $213
- All-inclusive Customized Nanjing Layover Tour: $201
- Beijing Great Wall Tour from Nanjing by Bullet Train with Private Car Service: $282
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Highlights Day Tour: $164
- Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour : $63
- Flexible Zhenjiang Private Day Tour from Nanjing: $197
- Half Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour with Night River Cruise: $165
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Chang $4.68Nanjing $9.46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Chang and Nanjing, we can see that Nanjing is more expensive. And not only is Koh Chang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Koh Chang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Chang 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 Nanjing would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanjing than you might in Koh Chang.
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 Nanjing Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Chang or Nanjing?
Nanjing has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Chang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Koh Chang or Nanjing in the Summer?
Both Nanjing and Koh Chang during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Chang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Koh Chang is around the same temperature as Nanjing. Typically, the summer temperatures in Koh Chang in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Nanjing averages at about 28°C (83°F).
Nanjing gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Chang. Koh Chang usually gets more rain in July than Nanjing. Koh Chang gets 440 mm (17.3 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Chang 28°C (82°F)Nanjing 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Koh Chang or Nanjing in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Chang and Nanjing. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Chang year-round.
In October, Koh Chang is generally much warmer than Nanjing. Daily temperatures in Koh Chang average around 27°C (81°F), and Nanjing fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Koh Chang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Koh Chang usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Koh Chang gets 280 mm (11 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn. November to February in Koh Chang is the dry season. Also, June to October is the rainy season in Koh Chang.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Chang 27°C (81°F)Nanjing 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Koh Chang or Nanjing in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Koh Chang as well as Nanjing. Koh Chang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Nanjing in the winter. Koh Chang is much warmer than Nanjing in the winter. The daily temperature in Koh Chang averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Nanjing fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
Koh Chang usually gets less rain in January than Nanjing. Koh Chang gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, November to February in Koh Chang is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Chang 26°C (79°F)Nanjing 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Koh Chang or Nanjing in the Spring?
Both Nanjing and Koh Chang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Chang throughout the year.
In the spring, Koh Chang is much warmer than Nanjing. Typically, the spring temperatures in Koh Chang in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Nanjing averages at about 15°C (60°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nanjing. It's quite rainy in Koh Chang. In April, Koh Chang usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Koh Chang gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 101 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the spring. The rainy season in Koh Chang is June to October.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Chang 29°C (84°F)Nanjing 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nanjing and Koh Chang
| Koh Chang | Nanjing | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 356 mm (14 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 513 mm (20.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 440 mm (17.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 514 mm (20.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 476 mm (18.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 280 mm (11 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 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.