A Travel Price Comparison for Thailand Koh Lanta vs. Khao Yai National Park for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park?

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 Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park?

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.

Khao Yai National Park

Adventurous travelers are always in search of new terrain to conquer. At over 2,000 square kilometers, Khao Yai National Park is Thailand's second largest national park, and just full of jungles to trek through. In the southwest of Thailand is a sanctuary of mountains and waterfalls.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Thailand, The Best Cultural Tours in Thailand, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Thailand.


Which place is cheaper, Khao Yai National Park 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.

  • Koh Lanta Prices
    Thailand Prices
    Khao Yai National Park Prices
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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Koh Lanta $53
    Khao Yai National Park $82

The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $53, while the average daily cost in Khao Yai National Park is $82. 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 Khao Yai National Park in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Koh Lanta $27
    Khao Yai National Park $40
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Koh Lanta $54
    Khao Yai National Park $80
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Khao Yai National Park

Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park? 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 Khao Yai National Park


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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
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Koh Lanta $6.26
    Khao Yai National Park $15
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:

  • Shared Transfer from Lanta to Railay: $48
  • Shared Transfer from Lanta to Phuket: $45
  • Shared Transfer from Lanta to Phi Phi islands: $21
  • Shared Transfer from Lanta to Krabi: $48
  • Shared Transfer from Lanta Hotels to Koh Yao Yai by Speed Boat: $60
  • Shared Transfer by speed boat from Lanta to Koh Yao Noi: $60
  • Pravate Transfer Lanta Island to Krabi Airport, Krabi Town, Ao nang: $81
  • Long Beach to Long Beach Airport (LGB) - Departure Private Transfer: $60
  • Long Beach to Carnival Cruise Terminal - Departure Private Transfer: $54
  • Koh lanta to phuket any hotel Private transfer: $175
  • Koh lanta any hotel to khao sok any hotel Private transfer: $169
  • Koh Lanta any hotel to Khao Lak any hotel Private transfer: $181

Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park?

Prices for flights to both Khao Yai National Park 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 $12
    Khao Yai National Park $32
Typical Food Prices in Koh Lanta

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


  • Casual Breakfast
    $4.83
  • Casual Lunch
    $8.14
  • 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: $52
  • Sukho Cuisine Thai Cooking School From Koh Lanta: $57
  • Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $58
  • Dinner Cooking Class with Thai Master Chef at Sukho Cuisine Koh Lanta: $64
  • Cooking Class & Market Tour with Thai Master Chef at Sukho Cuisine, Lanta: $68

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Koh Lanta $34
    Khao Yai National Park $9.70
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)
    $11

Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta

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

  • 4 Island Snorkel Tour to Emerald Cave by Speed Boat from Koh Lanta: $49
  • 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave at Koh Mook by Big Boat from Koh Lanta: $36
  • 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $30
  • Full Day Sea Cave and Mangrove Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $57
  • Half Day Mangrove Kayaking Adventure Tour From Koh Lanta: $43
  • Half Day Mangrove and Lanta Old Town Tour: $29
  • Koh Ha Koh Rok Day Tour by Opal Travel Speed boat: $52
  • Koh Ngai, Koh Muk + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour by Classic Longtail Boat: $39
  • Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour: $35
  • Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour by Speedboat: $54
  • Lanta 4 Islands tour (Longtail boat): $29
  • Lanta Mangrove Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking at Koh Talabeng: $33

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Koh Lanta $4.19
    Khao Yai National Park $12


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Khao Yai National Park, we can see that Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Khao Yai National Park 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 Khao Yai National Park Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.

Should I visit Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Koh Lanta as well as Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Khao Yai National Park throughout the year.

June to September in Koh Lanta is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Lanta usually gets less rain in July than Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 315 mm (12.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Lanta this time of the year. In the summer, Koh Lanta often gets more sunshine than Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 176 hours of full sun.

In July, Koh Lanta is generally around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 27°C (81°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Koh Lanta 27°C (81°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park in the Autumn?

Both Khao Yai National Park and Koh Lanta are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lanta throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Khao Yai National Park because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Khao Yai National Park. It's quite rainy in Koh Lanta. In October, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 173 mm (6.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

It's quite sunny in Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta usually receives less sunshine than Khao Yai National Park during autumn. Koh Lanta gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 206 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Koh Lanta is around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Koh Lanta 27°C (81°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park in the Winter?

Both Khao Yai National Park and Koh Lanta during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lanta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Khao Yai National Park year-round.

January to April is the dry season in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in January than Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Khao Yai National Park, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Koh Lanta. In the winter, Koh Lanta often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Khao Yai National Park receives 276 hours of full sun.

In the winter, Koh Lanta is around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Lanta in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Khao Yai National Park averages at about 26°C (78°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Koh Lanta 27°C (80°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Koh Lanta or Khao Yai National Park in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lanta and Khao Yai National Park. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round. Khao Yai National Park attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

January to April in Koh Lanta is the dry season. Also, June to September is the rainy season in Koh Lanta. Khao Yai National Park receives a lot of rain in the spring. Koh Lanta gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Koh Lanta usually receives around the same amount of rain as Khao Yai National Park. Koh Lanta gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Khao Yai National Park receives 128 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Khao Yai National Park this time of the year. In Koh Lanta, it's very sunny this time of the year. Koh Lanta usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Khao Yai National Park during spring. Koh Lanta gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Khao Yai National Park receives 262 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Koh Lanta is generally around the same temperature as Khao Yai National Park. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 29°C (85°F), and Khao Yai National Park fluctuates around 30°C (87°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Koh Lanta 29°C (85°F) 
    Khao Yai National Park 30°C (87°F)

Typical Weather for Khao Yai National Park and Koh Lanta

Koh Lanta Khao Yai National Park
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (80°F) 50 mm (2 in) 26°C (78°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar 29°C (84°F) 51 mm (2 in) 30°C (86°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Apr 29°C (85°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 30°C (87°F) 128 mm (5.1 in)
May 29°C (83°F) 244 mm (9.6 in) 30°C (85°F) 225 mm (8.8 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 224 mm (8.8 in) 29°C (84°F) 277 mm (10.9 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 269 mm (10.6 in) 28°C (83°F) 315 mm (12.4 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 262 mm (10.3 in) 28°C (83°F) 385 mm (15.1 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 355 mm (14 in) 28°C (82°F) 360 mm (14.2 in)
Oct 27°C (81°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 28°C (82°F) 173 mm (6.8 in)
Nov 27°C (80°F) 204 mm (8 in) 27°C (81°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Dec 27°C (80°F) 116 mm (4.6 in) 26°C (78°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)