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

Should you visit Koh Lanta or Jaipur?

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 Jaipur 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 Jaipur?

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.

Jaipur

Jaipur, India, famously known as the Pink City, is the capital of Rajasthan and is often a highlight for many travelers to the area. Dating back to the eighteenth century, it is part of the Indian Golden Triangle which also includes Delhi and Agra. It's also a stopping off point for travelers venturing into the desert cities of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer. The city has a population of about 6.66 million people, making it the largest city in the state of Rajasthan and the tenth largest city in the country.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Budget Tours to India, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi.


Which place is cheaper, Jaipur 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.

The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $61, while the average daily cost in Jaipur is $20. 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 Jaipur in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Koh Lanta $27
    Jaipur $10
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Koh Lanta $54
    Jaipur $20
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Jaipur

Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Jaipur? 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 Lanta


Hotels in Jaipur


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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 and Jaipur Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Koh Lanta $6.20
    Jaipur $1.26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Lanta

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Lanta:


  • Ferry from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lanta
    $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lanta

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lanta:

  • Private Transfer Between Hotels in Phuket and Ko Lanta: $209
  • Krabi Airport to Koh Lanta Private Transfer with Hotel Pickup: $122
  • Koh Lanta Private Transfers to or from Krabi Airport (KBV): $89
  • Koh Lanta Elephant Experience with Hotel Transfer: $55
  • ATV Jungle Ride on Ko Lanta Noi with Hotel Transfers: $47
  • Koh Lanta to Phuket Town, Kata, Karon & Patong Shared Transfer: $37

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jaipur

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

  • 1 Day: Ranthambore Safari From Jaipur With Transfer To Agra: $227
  • Bollywood Dance Class in Jaipur – Small‑Group + Hotel Transfers: $38
  • Budget Transfer from Jaipur to Udaipur with Chittorgarh visit: $100
  • Delhi, Agra & Private One-Way Transfer by Car: $26
  • Delhi- Exclusive Jaipur Same Day Tour with Transfer: $143
  • Exclusive Safari at Jhalana Leopard Park Including Transfers: $162
  • From Delhi: Jaipur Private Tour with Guide & Hotel Transfers: $41
  • From Delhi: Private Taj Mahal & Agra Day Trip with Transfer: $9.60
  • From Jaipur Same Day Taj Mahal Tour With Transfer To Delhi: $72
  • From Jaipur Transfer To Agra Via Chand Baori & Fatehpur Sikri: $48
  • From Jaipur to Agra Transfer via Abhaneri & Fatehpur Sikri: $60
  • From Taj Mahal & Agra Tour with Transfer to Delhi by Car: $80

Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Jaipur?

Prices for flights to both Jaipur 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Koh Lanta $20
    Jaipur $7.55
Typical Food Prices in Koh Lanta

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Lanta:


  • Casual Breakfast
    $4.78
  • Casual Lunch
    $8.06
  • Casual Dinner
    $13
  • Fancy Dinner (for Two)
    $51

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: $53
  • Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $59
  • Thai Cooking in a Teak House on Koh Lanta: $60
  • Thai Cooking and Market Tour in Koh Lanta: $63

Typical Food Prices in Jaipur

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaipur:


  • Dinner
    $5.71
  • Soda
    $0.10

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaipur

For Jaipur, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Jaipur Street food tour: $3.98
  • Feast on the Streets: Best Jaipur Food Tour: $14
  • Jaipur Half-Day Evening Tour with Sunset and Dinner: $15
  • Famous Masala Chowk Food Tour: $18
  • Cooking class demo with dinner: $18
  • Jaipur Pink City Cooking Class: $19
  • cooking class demo with dinner: $20
  • Food Tour and Eat like Locals: $20
  • Jaipur Cooking Class and home cooked dinner with Indian family: $21
  • Indian Cooking Class with Local Family in Jaipur: $21
  • Indian Home Based Cooking Class by Storyboard: $23
  • Cooking Class in Jaipur with all Transport & Meals: $23

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Koh Lanta $34
    Jaipur $3.31
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:


  • Emerald Cave Tour
    $21
  • Yoga Session (1 Hour)
    $10

Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta

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

  • 3 Islands & Talabeng Sea Cave Half-Day Tour: $27
  • 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $31
  • Full Day Sea Cave and Mangrove Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $51
  • Full Day Snorkeling Tour to Koh Rok and Koh Haa from Koh Lanta: $55
  • Half Day Mangrove Kayaking Adventure Tour From Koh Lanta: $43
  • Half-Day Mangrove & Lanta Old Town Tour: $30
  • Half-Day Mangrove Tour by Kayak or Longtail Boat: $23
  • Half-Day Thung Yee Peng Mangrove Kayaking Adventure: $31
  • Ko Lanta Mangrove Kayaking Tour With Lunch and Lanta Old Town: $31
  • Koh Kradan & 4 Islands Full-Day Tour by Longtail Boat: $33
  • Koh Lanta 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat: $50
  • Koh Maa & Koh Ngai Full-Day Tour by Longtail Boat: $31

Typical Entertainment Prices in Jaipur

For Jaipur, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Palace Entry for Two
    $1.04

Tours and Activities in Jaipur

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaipur.

  • Private Jaipur City Tour with Amber Fort & Guide: $3.73
  • Jaipur Full-Day Private Tour by Car or Tuk-Tuk with Local Guide: $4.26
  • Nahargarh Fort and Monkey Temple 4 Hour Tour: $4.26
  • Jaipur Full Day Tour By Local Guide And Transportation: $4.26
  • Jaipur Full-Day Private Tour By Car, Guide & Skip-the-Line Entry: $4.80
  • Private Full Day Jaipur History and Heritage Tour: $5.00
  • Private Guided Same Day Jaipur Tour From Delhi By Car: $5.00
  • Private Guided Full Day tour Of Jaipur: $5.00
  • Private Guided Half Day Tour Jaipur: $5.00
  • Pinkcity Jaipur Private Day Tour: $5.00
  • Jaipur Private All-Inclusive City Tour: Amber Fort, Hawa Mahal.: $5.00
  • From Delhi: 4-Day Golden Triangle Tour by Express Train: $5.13

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Koh Lanta $4.15
    Jaipur $2.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Jaipur

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Jaipur:

  • Pub Crawl Jaipur: $34


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Jaipur, we can see that Koh Lanta is more expensive. And not only is Jaipur much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaipur would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaipur 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 Koh Lanta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Lanta than you might in Jaipur.

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 Jaipur Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Koh Lanta or Jaipur?

Jaipur has a larger population, and is about 450 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Koh Lanta and Jaipur, 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.