Which place is cheaper, Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer?
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 Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer?
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.
Jaisalmer
Jaisalmer is located in western part of the Rajasthan state of India. The city is known as the "Golden City" for its Sonar Qila, or 'Golden Fort'. This fort is different than other forts in India in that it is a living fort, meaning that it contains many hotels, homes, and shops for locals and visitors. The city is very close to the Thar Desert, to which excursions can be made.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Adventure Tours to India, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in India.
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Koh Lanta Prices
Thailand PricesJaisalmer Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lanta $61Jaisalmer $41
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $61, while the average daily cost in Jaisalmer is $41. 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 Jaisalmer in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lanta $27Jaisalmer $12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lanta $54Jaisalmer $24
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Jaisalmer
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Jaisalmer? 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 and Jaisalmer Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Lanta $6.20Jaisalmer $10
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$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 Jaisalmer
Also for Jaisalmer, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Bikaner : Private Transfer To Jaisalmer: $60
- From Jaisalmer : Private Transfer To Bikaner: $55
- From Jaisalmer : Transfer To Jodhpur Via Osian Temple: $48
- Jaisalmer To Bikaner Private One Way Transfer: $64
- Jaisalmer to Jodhpur Private Transfer with Door to Door AC Car: $57
- 2-Night Camel Safari with Meals & Transfers: $96
- Jaiselmer to Bikaner drop Private Transfers Car service: $27
- One Way Jaisalmer To Jodhpur Transfer: $39
- One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $42
- One Way Transfer Service From Jaisalmer Airport To Hotel: $11
- Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer Hotel To Jaisalmer Airport: $12
- Private One Way Transfer From Jaisalmer To Jodhpur: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Jaisalmer?
Prices for flights to both Jaisalmer 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 $20Jaisalmer $20
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$4.78
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Casual Lunch$8.06
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Casual Dinner$13
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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 Jaisalmer
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Jaisalmer:
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Dinner$4.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- off beat Desert safari with sunset and dinner: $10
- Jaisalmer Food Tour: Taste the Flavors of the Golden City!: $13
- Jodhpur Camel & Jeep Safari with Sunset, Folk Dance, Dinner: $25
- Dinner on the Dunes & Camel Safari: $25
- Jaisalmer Heritage & Cultural Walking & Street Food Tour: $25
- Camel Trails Sunset Safari with Dinner: $32
- Pleasant Sunset Safari With Dinner On Dunes (From 2:00 PM to Approx. 10:00 PM): $35
- Sunset Safari With Dinner: $37
- Cooking Class with Local Family & Rooftop Meal: $37
- Jeep Camel Ride, Musical Evening & Traditional Buffet Dinner: $37
- Shahi Half day non touristic sand dune camel safari with dinner: $37
- Blissful Half-Day Sunset Camel Safari, Musical Eve & Dinner: $38
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lanta $34Jaisalmer $11
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$21
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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 Jaisalmer
For Jaisalmer, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sam Sand Dunes for Two$3.11
Tours and Activities in Jaisalmer
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Jaisalmer.
- City Sightseeing with Experienced Guide: $2.96
- Guided City Tour with Desert Safari: $4.23
- Agra: Skip-the-Line Taj Mahal Sunrise Tour w/Fatehpur Sikri: $4.50
- Billions of Stars Experience with Thar Desert & Camel Safari: $5.29
- Temple Tour Of Jaisalmer Rajasthan: $5.33
- Sam Sand Dunes Sunset Tour with Camel Ride: $8.00
- 2 Days Sharing Group Thar Desert Safari Adventure Tour: $8.60
- Jaisalmer Fort Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.52
- Nomadic Non Touristic Overnight Thar Desert & Camel Safari: $9.52
- Private Jaisalmer Fort & old city tour: $10
- Explore Jaisalmer at Night (2 Hour Guided Walking Tour): $11
- Colorful Markets of Jaisalmer (3 Hour Guided Tour): $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lanta $4.15Jaisalmer $8.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Jaisalmer, we can see that Koh Lanta is more expensive. And not only is Jaisalmer much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Jaisalmer would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jaisalmer 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 Jaisalmer.
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 Jaisalmer Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Koh Lanta or Jaisalmer?
Jaisalmer has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Koh Lanta and Jaisalmer, 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.
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.