Which place is cheaper, Hangzhou or Koh Lanta?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Lanta or Hangzhou?
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 Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou?
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.
Hangzhou
Hangzhou is a city in Eastern China, about an hour by train from Shanghai, renowned for its historic relics and natural beauty. Each year it attracts more than 20 million tourists who come to see what the city has to offer. Set amongst the natural scenery of lakes and mountains, Hangzhou is modern city that coexists with the old. Historic pagodas and cultural sites built around the central lake sit like they belong amidst the skyscrapers and bustling markets of today.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Adventure Tours to China, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lanta $48Hangzhou $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $48, while the average daily cost in Hangzhou is $65. 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 Hangzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lanta $24Hangzhou $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lanta $48Hangzhou $46
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Hangzhou
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Hangzhou? 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 $5.66Hangzhou $8.11
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$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lanta
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lanta:
- Koh Lanta :Krabi Airport Private Transfer:From Airport or Hotel: $111
- Koh lanta to phuket any hotel Private transfer: $171
- One-Way Transfer from Koh Lanta to Krabi Town or Airport by Minivan: $11
- Pravate Transfer Lanta Island to Krabi Airport, Krabi Town, Ao nang: $74
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Hangzhou:
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Local Bus for Two$0.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hangzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hangzhou:
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou West Lake Show VIP Ticket with Private Transfer: $128
- Hangzhou East Railway Station Transfer To Hangzhou Downtown City: $32
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with Drop-off Options : $131
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with stop-over at Wuzhen Water Town: $165
- Hangzhou Private Transfer to Shanghai with stop-over at Xitang Water Town: $177
- Hangzhou Private Transfer: City Hotels to Railway Station: $28
- Hangzhou Private Transfer: Railway Station to City Hotels: $33
- Hangzhou Railway Station Private Arrival Transfer to City Area : $29
- Hangzhou Railway Station Private Departure Transfer from City Area : $29
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport Chauffeur Service, HangzhouAirport Transfer, Pickup: $59
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport Chauffeur Service, HangzhouAirport Transfer, Pickup: $78
- Hangzhou Xiaoshan Airport To Hangzhou downtown city one way private transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Hangzhou?
Prices for flights to both Hangzhou 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 $11Hangzhou $18
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$4.36
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Casual Lunch$7.36
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Casual Dinner$12
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$46
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Lanta
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Koh Lanta.
- Cooking Experience at Lanta Thai Cookery School From Koh Lanta: $48
- Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School From Koh Lanta: $52
- Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $53
- Cooking Class & Market Tour with Thai Master Chef at Sukho Cuisine, Lanta: $62
Typical Food Prices in Hangzhou
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hangzhou:
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Breakfast Pastries$2.35
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Pizza Hut Lunch$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hangzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hangzhou.
- All Inclusive Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Dinner: $117
- VIP Seated Enduring Memories of Hangzhou Show Tour with Authentic Dinner: $127
- Private Amazing Hangzhou Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option : $170
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou West Lake Show VIP Ticket with Authentic Dinner: $191
- Hangzhou Private Tour to Wuzhen and Xitang Water Town with Dinner and Boat Ride: $282
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lanta $31Hangzhou $20
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$19
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Yoga Session (1 Hour)$9.55
Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lanta for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Half Day 2 Caves Ko Skull Tour Ko Lanta and Kayaking Ko Talabeng: $25
- Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour: $26
- Lanta 4 Islands tour (Longtail boat): $26
- 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $28
- Half Day Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $29
- Tung Yee Peng Mangrove Forest Tour By Longtail Boat From Koh Lanta: $30
- Lanta Mangrove Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking at Koh Talabeng: $30
- Koh Ngai, Koh Muk + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour by Classic Longtail Boat: $32
- Sea Cave and Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $36
- Lanta Old Town and Mangrove Forest Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Snorkel Tour to Phi Phi Islands by Speed Boat from Koh Lanta: $42
- Koh Phi Phi Day Tour by Opal Travel Speedboat: $42
Tours and Activities in Hangzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Hangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Hangzhou Lingyin Temple Tour : $28
- Hangzhou Longjing Tea Plantation Culture Experience Tour: $53
- Hangzhou Longjing Tea Culture Experience Tour : $53
- Best Price: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $59
- Skip the Line: Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $65
- Zuiyi Hangzhou Impression West Lake Show Ticket: $69
- Enduring Memories of Hangzhou Show Ticket with Private Transport: $89
- One-day Hangzhou Lakeside Mountains Relics & Ruins Hiking – Guided Outdoor Tour : $90
- Independent Tour to Shaoxing City from Hangzhou: $94
- Night Tour with Impression West Lake Show VIP Ticket and Hefang Heritage Street : $95
- 4-Hour Hangzhou Highlights Tour of Lingyin Temple and West Lake: $99
- Genuine West Lake and Tea Experience with Locals: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lanta $3.79Hangzhou $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Hangzhou, we can see that Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Koh Lanta or Hangzhou?
Hangzhou has a larger population, and is about 310 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Koh Lanta and Hangzhou, 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 Hangzhou?
Hangzhou 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 Hangzhou in the Summer?
Both Hangzhou 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.
Koh Lanta is around the same temperature as Hangzhou in the summer. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Hangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Hangzhou. It's quite rainy in Koh Lanta. In July, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Hangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 129 mm (5.1 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)Hangzhou 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Hangzhou in the Autumn?
Both Hangzhou 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.
In the autumn, Koh Lanta is a little warmer than Hangzhou. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Koh Lanta in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Hangzhou averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in October than Hangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Hangzhou 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Hangzhou in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lanta and Hangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round.
Hangzhou can be very cold during winter. In January, Koh Lanta is generally much warmer than Hangzhou. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 27°C (80°F), and Hangzhou fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
In January, Koh Lanta usually receives less rain than Hangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 59 mm (2.3 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)Hangzhou 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Hangzhou in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Koh Lanta as well as Hangzhou. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Koh Lanta is much warmer than Hangzhou in the spring. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 29°C (85°F) in April, and Hangzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite rainy in Hangzhou. Koh Lanta receives a lot of rain in the spring. Koh Lanta usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Hangzhou. Koh Lanta gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Hangzhou receives 130 mm (5.1 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)Hangzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Hangzhou and Koh Lanta
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 49 mm (1.9 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.