Which place is cheaper, Nanjing or Koh Lipe?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Koh Lipe or Nanjing?
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 Nanjing can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Koh Lipe or Nanjing?
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.
Nanjing
Nanjing is the capital city of the Jiangsu Province on the central eastern coast of China, just north of Shanghai. This historically and culturally rich city lies at the lower end of the Yangtze river, resulting in lush and scenic landscapes. Nanjing is well-known for having many popular historical sites, some of which have been listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best Historical Tours in China, and The Best 10-Day Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKoh Lipe $85Nanjing $96
The average daily cost (per person) in Koh Lipe is $85, while the average daily cost in Nanjing is $96. 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 Nanjing in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKoh Lipe $44Nanjing $46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKoh Lipe $88Nanjing $92
Compare Hotels in Koh Lipe and Nanjing
Looking for a hotel in Koh Lipe or Nanjing? 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 Lipe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Koh Lipe $18Nanjing $38
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
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nanjing
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nanjing:
- Nanjing Railway Station Private Transfer from City Center: $32
- Huangshan Tunxi International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Area: $20
- Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Nanjing - Arrival Private Transfer : $36
- Nanjing Airport (NKG) to Nanjing - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $72
- Nanjing Lukou Airport Chauffeur Service, Nanjing Airport Transfer, Pickup: $63
- Nanjing Lukou Airport Chauffeur Service, Nanjing Airport Transfer, Pickup: $53
- Nanjing Lukou Int Airport (NKG): Private Transfer to Nanjing: $175
- Nanjing Lukou International Airport (NKG) to Nanjing - Arrival Private Transfer : $33
- Nanjing Lukou International Airport Private Arrival Transfer to City Center: $45
- Nanjing Lukou Intl Airport (NKG) to Nanjing hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $66
- Nanjing Private Round Trip Transfer to Niushoushan Cultural Park: $67
- Nanjing Private Transfer from Nanjing central to Nanjing Lukou Airport (NKG): $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Koh Lipe or Nanjing?
Prices for flights to both Nanjing 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
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Food Meals for one dayKoh Lipe $26Nanjing $28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nanjing
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nanjing.
- 3-Hour Nanjing Authentic Local Food Tour by Public Transportation: $93
- Flexible Private Nanjing City Night Tour with Dinner Option : $112
- Nanjing City Private Night Tour with Qinghuai River Cruise and Dinner Option: $114
- Nanjing Tangshan Mountain Hot Spring Experience and Hot Pot Dinner: $175
- Private Amazing Nanjing Airport Layover Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $181
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Koh Lipe $23Nanjing $9.27
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
Tours and Activities in Nanjing
Here are a few actual costs in Nanjing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Flexible Private Nanjing Independent Tour : $63
- Nanjing Self-Guided Day Tour with Private Car and Driver Service: $70
- Nanjing Private English Tour Guide Service: $75
- Private Amazing Nanjing City Day Tour in Your Way: $75
- Nanjing Professional English Tour Guide Service: $91
- Half-Day Nanjing Purple Mountain Private Tour in Your Way: $94
- Yangzhou Self-Guided Tour from Nanjing with Private Car and Driver Service : $94
- Half-Day Nanjing City Private Flexible Tour : $109
- 4-Hour Nanjing City Private Tailor-Made Tour in Your Way : $109
- 4-Hour Nanjing Private Tour: Xiaoling Tomb, Ming City Wall and Memorial Hall : $115
- Nanjing Private Night Tour: Confucian Temple Area, Ming City Wall, Laomendong: $116
- Nanjing Private Flexible Day Tour with Ancient and Modern History: $119
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKoh Lipe $8.18Nanjing $9.46
When comparing the travel costs between Koh Lipe and Nanjing, we can see that Nanjing is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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 Nanjing Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Koh Lipe or Nanjing?
Nanjing 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 Nanjing in the Summer?
Both Nanjing and Koh Lipe are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lipe throughout the year.
In the summer, Koh Lipe is around the same temperature as Nanjing. Typically, the summer temperatures in Koh Lipe in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Nanjing averages at about 28°C (83°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nanjing. It's quite rainy in Koh Lipe. In July, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Koh Lipe gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKoh Lipe 27°C (81°F)Nanjing 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Koh Lipe or Nanjing in the Autumn?
Both Nanjing and Koh Lipe during the autumn 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 October, Koh Lipe is generally much warmer than Nanjing. Daily temperatures in Koh Lipe average around 27°C (81°F), and Nanjing fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Lipe. Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in October than Nanjing. Koh Lipe gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 44 mm (1.7 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.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKoh Lipe 27°C (81°F)Nanjing 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Koh Lipe or Nanjing in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lipe and Nanjing. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lipe year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Nanjing. Koh Lipe is much warmer than Nanjing in the winter. The daily temperature in Koh Lipe averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Nanjing fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In January, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Nanjing. Koh Lipe gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKoh Lipe 27°C (80°F)Nanjing 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Koh Lipe or Nanjing in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Koh Lipe as well as Nanjing. Koh Lipe attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Koh Lipe is much warmer than Nanjing. Typically, the spring temperatures in Koh Lipe in April average around 29°C (85°F), and Nanjing averages at about 15°C (60°F).
It's quite rainy in Nanjing. Koh Lipe receives a lot of rain in the spring. Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in April than Nanjing. Koh Lipe gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Nanjing receives 101 mm (4 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.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKoh Lipe 29°C (85°F)Nanjing 15°C (60°F)
Typical Weather for Nanjing and Koh Lipe
| Koh Lipe | Nanjing | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 269 mm (10.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 355 mm (14 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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