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

Should you visit Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Koh Lipe and Jingdezhen can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen?

Koh Lipe

Ko Lipe used to be one of Thailand's most gorgeous hidden treasures. While it's still breathtaking, it's certainly not hidden anymore. With a small community of approximately 700 chow lair, or sea gypsies, this region is doing its best to maintain the beauty of its culture and beaches despite the influx of tourism. The rapid development has seen additions of concrete cafes and travel agencies. There are still rich, cultural gems to find in Ko Lipe - you just have to be willing to wander.

Jingdezhen

Jingdezhen, China is a city located in the Jianxi Province in the southwestern part of the country. It is famous for being the "Porcelain Capital" due to a history of producing pottery for over 1,700 years. This city itself ignites memories of a time when Chinese craftsmanship was at it's peak thanks to their weekly craft shows and art village.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best Sightseeing Tours in China, and The Best Cultural Tours in China.


Which place is cheaper, Jingdezhen or Koh Lipe?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lipe is $85, while the average daily cost in Jingdezhen is $58. 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 Lipe and Jingdezhen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Koh Lipe $44
    Jingdezhen $30
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Koh Lipe $88
    Jingdezhen $60
Compare Hotels in Koh Lipe and Jingdezhen

Looking for a hotel in Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen? 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 Lipe


Hotels in Jingdezhen


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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 Lipe Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Koh Lipe $18
    Jingdezhen $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lipe

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lipe:

  • Private Transfer Pak Bara Pier to Hatyai Airport by Van: $69

Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen?

Prices for flights to both Jingdezhen and Koh Lipe 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 Lipe $26
    Jingdezhen $20

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Koh Lipe $23
    Jingdezhen $7.98

Tours and Activities in Koh Lipe

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

  • 2 Hours Tour Sunset Cruise Around Lipe: $15
  • Experience the Koh Lipe Backyard including 5 Mysterious Islands: $21
  • Full-Day Koh Lipe 7 Islands Snorkeling Experience with Lunch: $24
  • Experience the Koh Lipe Frontier in the Eastern Adang Archipelago: $25
  • Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) 1 day Experience: $111

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Koh Lipe $8.18
    Jingdezhen $38


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

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Koh Lipe Expensive? and Is Jingdezhen Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen?

Jingdezhen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Lipe experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lipe and Jingdezhen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lipe year-round.

In the summer, Koh Lipe is around the same temperature as Jingdezhen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Koh Lipe in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Jingdezhen averages at about 30°C (85°F).

Jingdezhen receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Lipe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Jingdezhen. Koh Lipe gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Koh Lipe 27°C (81°F) 
    Jingdezhen 30°C (85°F)

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Koh Lipe as well as Jingdezhen. Koh Lipe attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Koh Lipe is generally a little warmer than Jingdezhen. Daily temperatures in Koh Lipe average around 27°C (81°F), and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).

Koh Lipe receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in October than Jingdezhen. Koh Lipe gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Koh Lipe is the dry season. May to October in Koh Lipe is the rainy season.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Koh Lipe 27°C (81°F) 
    Jingdezhen 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen in the Winter?

Both Jingdezhen and Koh Lipe are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lipe throughout the year.

Koh Lipe is much warmer than Jingdezhen in the winter. The daily temperature in Koh Lipe averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Jingdezhen fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

In January, Koh Lipe usually receives less rain than Jingdezhen. Koh Lipe gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Koh Lipe 27°C (80°F) 
    Jingdezhen 6°C (43°F)

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Jingdezhen in the Spring?

Both Jingdezhen and Koh Lipe during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lipe because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In the spring, Koh Lipe is much warmer than Jingdezhen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Koh Lipe in April average around 29°C (85°F), and Jingdezhen averages at about 18°C (64°F).

Jingdezhen gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lipe. Koh Lipe usually gets less rain in April than Jingdezhen. Koh Lipe gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Jingdezhen receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Koh Lipe. May to October is the rainy season in Koh Lipe.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Koh Lipe 29°C (85°F) 
    Jingdezhen 18°C (64°F)

Typical Weather for Jingdezhen and Koh Lipe

Koh Lipe Jingdezhen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (80°F) 50 mm (2 in) 6°C (43°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 8°C (46°F) 123 mm (4.9 in)
Mar 29°C (84°F) 51 mm (2 in) 12°C (54°F) 174 mm (6.8 in)
Apr 29°C (85°F) 124 mm (4.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 238 mm (9.4 in)
May 29°C (83°F) 244 mm (9.6 in) 23°C (73°F) 257 mm (10.1 in)
Jun 28°C (82°F) 224 mm (8.8 in) 26°C (79°F) 270 mm (10.6 in)
Jul 27°C (81°F) 269 mm (10.6 in) 30°C (85°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 262 mm (10.3 in) 30°C (85°F) 107 mm (4.2 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 355 mm (14 in) 26°C (78°F) 85 mm (3.3 in)
Oct 27°C (81°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Nov 27°C (80°F) 204 mm (8 in) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Dec 27°C (80°F) 116 mm (4.6 in) 8°C (47°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)


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