Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Koh Lanta?
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 Koh Lanta or Guangzhou?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Koh Lanta and Guangzhou 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.
Where Should I go: Koh Lanta or Guangzhou?
Koh Lanta
Located on the southern coast of Thailand is a place populated by long beaches and diving hotspots. Consisting of several islands, Koh Lanta is a large island with nine beaches along the coast. The beautiful scenery makes this a quiet and relaxing spot for tourists. The crowds on this island tend to be older than the party-seekers on Ko Phi Phi so you'll find more activities like serene walks on the beach or travelers catching a sunset.
Guangzhou
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lanta $64Guangzhou $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $64, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $104. 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 Lanta and Guangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lanta $28Guangzhou $58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lanta $56Guangzhou $116
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Guangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Guangzhou? 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: Koh Lanta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Lanta $6.52Guangzhou $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Lanta:
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Ferry from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lanta$19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
- Canton Fair Private Transfer between Guangzhou City Center and Pazhou Complex : $32
- Chimelong International Circus Ticket with Transfer: $80
- Guangzhou : Private One-Way Transfers to/from Baiyun Airport(CAN): $30
- Guangzhou Airport & Train Station Private Transfer English Driver: $32
- Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou Round-Trip Private Transfer: $74
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 15 Pax: $170
- Guangzhou Airport to Hotel: Private Transfer for up to 5 pax: $120
- Guangzhou Airport: Private Transfer to/from Guangzhou: $24
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Arrival Private Transfer: $37
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN) to Guangzhou City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $74
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service , To Guangzhou Transfer,Pickup: $59
- Guangzhou Baiyun Airport Chauffeur Service, To Dongguan Transfer: $135
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Guangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Guangzhou and Koh Lanta 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 Lanta $21Guangzhou $34
Typical Food Prices in Koh Lanta
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Lanta:
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Casual Breakfast$5.02
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Casual Lunch$8.48
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Casual Dinner$14
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
- Old Town Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $79
- Shenzhen Cantonese Dim Sum Cooking Class with Lunch: $86
- Food Tour - Eat Like Local + Rice Roll Workshop: $96
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour VIP Cruise and Dim-Sum Dinner Option: $146
- Guangzhou walking tour with dimsum dinner&Zhujiang river cruise: $160
- Private Guangzhou Night Tour with Canton Tower and Dim-Sum Dinner: $176
- Pearl River Night Cruise and Karaoke Tour with Buffet Dinner in Guangzhou: $179
- Private Guangzhou Food Tour Michelin Restaurant&Local Food Market: $180
- Morning Tea, Cantonese Opera, and Food Tour: $183
- Cantonese Dim Sum Dinner with Pearl River Night Cruise in Guangzhou: $199
- Guangzhou Pearl River Night Cruise and Din Tai Feng Dinner: $199
- Guangzhou Private Night Tour: Lychee Bay, Beijing Road, Cruise, Dinner: $204
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lanta $35Guangzhou $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Lanta
Here are a few typical costs in Koh Lanta for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Emerald Cave Tour$22
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Yoga Session (1 Hour)$11
Tours and Activities in Guangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guangzhou：New Cultural Landmark Ticket -Explore Tang Style: $2.56
- 2,000-Year-Old Wonder-Nanyue King’s Tomb Ticket: $3.19
- Reputable Private Guangzhou Tour Guide Service by Xaq: $5.00
- Cantonese Heritage Tour with Key Cultural Stops: $6.74
- Discover Private Tour of Culture, Food & Pearl River: $6.99
- Pearl River 1-hour Night Cruise (Optional Piers): $13
- Foshan Classic Old Town Tour : $15
- Private Guangzhou Tour with Comfortable Transportation: $16
- Lychee Bay River Cruise: $24
- Grandview Museum of Nature Science Ticket: $25
- Pick Up Service and Tour for Canton Culture and Food: $26
- Roundtrip Cruise Night View from Canton Tower: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lanta $4.36Guangzhou $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Koh Lanta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Koh Lanta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Lanta 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Koh Lanta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Koh Lanta Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Koh Lanta or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 520 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Koh Lanta and Guangzhou, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Koh Lanta or Guangzhou?
Guangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Lanta experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Guangzhou in the Summer?
Both Guangzhou and Koh Lanta are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lanta throughout the year.
In July, Koh Lanta is generally around the same temperature as Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 27°C (81°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Guangzhou. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Guangzhou during summer. Koh Lanta gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 220 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. It's quite rainy in Koh Lanta. In July, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Guangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Koh Lanta is June to September.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Guangzhou 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Guangzhou in the Autumn?
Both Guangzhou and Koh Lanta during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lanta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Koh Lanta is a little warmer than Guangzhou in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 25°C (76°F).
In the autumn, Koh Lanta often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Guangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 192 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in October than Guangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Guangzhou 25°C (76°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Guangzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lanta and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round.
In the winter, Koh Lanta is much warmer than Guangzhou. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Lanta in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 14°C (58°F).
In Koh Lanta, it's very sunny this time of the year. Koh Lanta usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during winter. Koh Lanta gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 133 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Guangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter. January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Lanta 27°C (80°F)Guangzhou 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Guangzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Koh Lanta as well as Guangzhou. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Koh Lanta is generally a little warmer than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 29°C (85°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Lanta this time of the year. In the spring, Koh Lanta often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 78 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Guangzhou. Koh Lanta receives a lot of rain in the spring. Koh Lanta usually gets less rain in April than Guangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season. June to September in Koh Lanta is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Lanta 29°C (85°F)Guangzhou 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Guangzhou and Koh Lanta
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 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.