Which place is cheaper, Yichang 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 Yichang?
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 Yichang 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 Yichang?
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.
Yichang
Yichang, China is an ancient city situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River in central China. The city is located just below the famed Three Gorges Dam and is a popular ending point for many Yangtze River cruises. Yichang offers beautiful natural scenery and ancient relics from the Three Kingdom Period.
Yichang experiences cool, rainy, winters and hot, humid, summers. Temperatures tend to stay in the 40's Fahrenheit during winter and the 80's in the summer. Spring, Summer, and Autumn are fantastic times to visit, although if you prefer to beat the heat, stay away during late summer!
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 from Beijing, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Lhasa.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lanta $63Yichang $78
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lanta is $63, while the average daily cost in Yichang is $78. 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 Yichang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lanta $28Yichang $26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lanta $56Yichang $52
Compare Hotels in Koh Lanta and Yichang
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lanta or Yichang? 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 $6.37Yichang $15
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:
- ATV Jungle Ride on Ko Lanta Noi with Hotel Transfers: $48
- Koh Lanta Private Transfers to or from Krabi Airport (KBV): $91
- Krabi Airport to Koh Lanta Private Transfer with Hotel Pickup: $125
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Yichang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Yichang:
- Private transfer from Yichang to Zhangjiajie: $290
- Yichang Airport Transfer Service, Yichang train station Pick up: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lanta or Yichang?
Prices for flights to both Yichang 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 $21Yichang $40
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$4.91
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Casual Lunch$8.29
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Casual Dinner$14
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$52
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: $49
- Thai Cooking and Market Tour in Koh Lanta: $51
- Cooking Class and Market Tour at Lanta Thai Cookery School on Koh Lanta: $60
- Thai Cooking in a Teak House on Koh Lanta: $61
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lanta $34Yichang $19
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)$11
Tours and Activities in Koh Lanta
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lanta for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mangrove Tour by Kayaking in Ko Lanta With Lunch: $23
- Koh Lanta Mangrove and Monkey Point Longtail Boat Tour: $24
- Lanta 4 Islands tour (Longtail boat): $30
- Half Day Mangrove and Lanta Old Town Tour: $31
- Half-Day Thung Yee Peng Mangrove Kayaking Adventure: $31
- 4 Island Tour to Emerald Cave by Longtail Boat from Koh Lanta: $31
- Lanta Mangrove Tour with Sea Cave Kayaking at Koh Talabeng: $34
- Sea Cave and Mangrove Forest Kayaking Tour From Koh Lanta: $36
- Lanta 4 Islands + Emerald Cave Snorkeling Tour: $36
- 4 Islands Tour by Speedboat with Snorkeling: $49
- Tin Adventure Sea Tour to 4 Islands & Emerald Cave from Koh Lanta: $50
- Lanta Old Town and Mangrove Forest Sightseeing Tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Yichang
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Yichang are as follows:
- Yichang Tourist Center to Yichang Sanxia Airport (YIH): $53
- Private Day Tour in Yichang to Sanyou Cave and Sanxia Waterfall: $239
- From 5-Day Yangtze River Cruise to Chongqing: $679
- Yichang - Chongqing Yangtze Miracle Luxury 5D4N Cruise: $720
- From Yichang to Chongqing: 5-Day Cruise with Meals: $993
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lanta $4.27Yichang $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Koh Lanta and Yichang, we can see that Yichang 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 Yichang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yichang 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 Yichang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Koh Lanta or Yichang?
Yichang has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Koh Lanta. When comparing the sizes of Koh Lanta and Yichang, 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 Yichang?
Yichang 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 Yichang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lanta and Yichang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lanta year-round.
In July, Koh Lanta is generally around the same temperature as Yichang. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 27°C (81°F), and Yichang fluctuates around 29°C (85°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Yichang 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 Yichang during summer. Koh Lanta gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Yichang receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
Yichang receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Lanta gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Yichang. Koh Lanta gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, June to September is the rainy season in Koh Lanta.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Yichang 29°C (85°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Yichang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Koh Lanta as well as Yichang. Koh Lanta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Koh Lanta is a little warmer than Yichang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Koh Lanta averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Yichang fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
In the autumn, Koh Lanta often gets more sunshine than Yichang. Koh Lanta gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yichang receives 134 hours of full sun.
Koh Lanta receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in October than Yichang. Koh Lanta gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Lanta 27°C (81°F)Yichang 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Yichang in the Winter?
Both Yichang and Koh Lanta are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lanta throughout the year.
In the winter, Koh Lanta is much warmer than Yichang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Koh Lanta in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Yichang averages at about 6°C (43°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually receives more sunshine than Yichang during winter. Koh Lanta gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Yichang receives 92 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Koh Lanta usually receives more rain than Yichang. Koh Lanta gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Koh Lanta is January to April.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Lanta 27°C (80°F)Yichang 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Koh Lanta or Yichang in the Spring?
Both Yichang and Koh Lanta during the spring 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 April, Koh Lanta is generally much warmer than Yichang. Daily temperatures in Koh Lanta average around 29°C (85°F), and Yichang fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Koh Lanta. In the spring, Koh Lanta often gets more sunshine than Yichang. Koh Lanta gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Yichang receives 129 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta usually gets more rain in April than Yichang. Koh Lanta gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Yichang receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year. January to April is the dry season in Koh Lanta. June to September is the rainy season in Koh Lanta.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Lanta 29°C (85°F)Yichang 18°C (65°F)
Typical Weather for Yichang and Koh Lanta
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| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (85°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 22 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.