Which place is cheaper, Guangzhou or Krabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Krabi and Guangzhou can help you decide which place is right for you.
Thailand is covered in beaches, but if you're more interested in immersion in Thai culture than the salty ocean, consider a trip to Krabi, also known as "Krabi Town". Pronounced "Grabee," this small, but bustling city is just up the river from the coast, and is the gateway to the beaches in the surrounding Province of Krabi. Krabi Town is full of hotels, agencies and western restaurants, but if you look hard enough, you'll easily see the energy and life of Thailand. While there are no beaches in the town itself, there is plenty of Thai culture to experience.
With a population of more than 12 million, Guangzhou is the third largest city in China after Beijing and Shanghai. Though it has a long history, founded in 214 BC, the city has also many modern attractions, a mix of the old and new with temples and parks as well as skyscrapers and shopping centers. Its location on the Pearl River has contributed to this growth, making Guangzhou a major port and commercial hub.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China, and The Best 2-Week Tours in China.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $55, while the average daily cost in Guangzhou is $89. 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 Krabi and Guangzhou in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guangzhou:
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For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guangzhou.
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few actual costs in Guangzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Krabi and Guangzhou, we can see that Guangzhou is more expensive. And not only is Krabi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Krabi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krabi 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 Guangzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guangzhou than you might in Krabi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Krabi Expensive? and Is Guangzhou Expensive?.
Guangzhou has a larger population, and is about 100 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Krabi and Guangzhou, 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.
Guangzhou has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Krabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Guangzhou and Krabi during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Krabi is around the same temperature as Guangzhou in the summer. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In Guangzhou, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Krabi. In the summer, Krabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Guangzhou. Krabi gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 220 hours of full sun.
Guangzhou gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually gets more rain in July than Guangzhou. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 228 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year. August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Guangzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
In the autumn, Krabi is a little warmer than Guangzhou. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Krabi in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Guangzhou averages at about 25°C (76°F).
Krabi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Guangzhou during autumn. Krabi gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 192 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Krabi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Krabi usually receives more rain than Guangzhou. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn. December to March in Krabi is the dry season. Also, August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
The winter brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Guangzhou. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Krabi is generally much warmer than Guangzhou. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 28°C (82°F), and Guangzhou fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Krabi this time of the year. In the winter, Krabi often gets more sunshine than Guangzhou. Krabi gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Guangzhou receives 133 hours of full sun.
Krabi usually gets less rain in January than Guangzhou. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Krabi is the dry season.
Both Guangzhou and Krabi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
Krabi is a little warmer than Guangzhou in the spring. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Guangzhou fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually receives more sunshine than Guangzhou during spring. Krabi gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Guangzhou receives 78 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guangzhou. It's quite rainy in Krabi. In April, Krabi usually receives less rain than Guangzhou. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Guangzhou receives 182 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Krabi | Guangzhou | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) |
May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 284 mm (11.2 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.1 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 228 mm (9 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |