Which place is cheaper, Karachi or Krabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Krabi or Karachi?
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 Krabi and Karachi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Krabi or Karachi?
Krabi
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.
Karachi
Karachi is the capital of the Pakistani province of Sindh. It is the most populous city in Pakistan, and sixth most populous city proper in the world. Karachi, located on the coast of the Arabian Sea, is the financial and commercial center of the nation, as well as its largest port. The pace of life here is more hurried, and social attitudes are far more liberal than elsewhere in Pakistan. Locals call it the City of Lights, the City of The Quaid, and the City that Never Sleeps. The city credits its growth to the mixed populations of economic and political migrants along with refugees from different national, provincial, linguistic and religious origins, who generally come to the city to settle permanently.
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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Pakistan, and The Best Historical Tours in Pakistan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKrabi $55Karachi $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $55, while the average daily cost in Karachi is $26. 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 Karachi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKrabi $36Karachi $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKrabi $72Karachi $22
Compare Hotels in Krabi and Karachi
Looking for a hotel in Krabi or Karachi? 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: Krabi Hotel Prices and Karachi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Krabi $3.80Karachi $4.58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$8.18
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Short Tuk-Tuk Ride$2.73
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2 Bottles of Gasoline$2.18
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Longboat Taxi from Town$5.46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ferry Transfer to/from Phi Phi Don Island: $13
- Krabi Airport (KBV) Private Transfer: $13
- Ferry Transfer to/from Phi Phi Tonsai or Laem Tong: $13
- Krabi Airport From/To Krabi Town Private Transfer (CAR): $15
- Private Airport Transfers for Krabi & More: $15
- Krabi International Airport Departure Shared Transfer from Aonang and Krabi Town: $16
- Krabi International Airport Arrival Shared Transfer To Aonang & Krabi Town: $16
- Private Transfer : Krabi Hotel to Krabi Airport Departure: $17
- Private Transfer : Krabi Hotel to Krabi Airport Departure: $17
- Private Departure Transfer : Krabi Hotel to Krabi Airport: $17
- Krabi Airport: 1-Way Krabi Hotel Private Transfer: $17
- Private Eco-Transfer: One-way Ao Nang - Air port, Krabi: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or Karachi?
Prices for flights to both Karachi and Krabi 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 dayKrabi $13Karachi $11
Typical Food Prices in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$6.82
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Drinks on the Beach$6.55
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$17
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Nice Dinner (for Two)$30
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Mango Shake$1.36
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Pad Thai$2.73
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Fruit from the Market$1.64
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Pancakes$2.73
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Coffee & Cake$2.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Smart Cook: $36
- Snorkeling and Sunset Dinner Trip From Krabi: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with BBQ Dinner and Snorkeling: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with BBQ Dinner & Plankton: $37
- Evening Thai Cooking Class at Ya's Cookery: $39
- 4 Islands Sunset Longtail Boat Tour with BBQ Dinner: $41
- Seven Islands Snorkel Cruise with Dinner: $41
- Authentic Thai cooking class with market tour: $42
- Krabi Thai Cooking Class: $43
- Krabi 4 Islands Sunset Premium Service Trip by Speedboat + BBQ Dinner: $43
- 4 Island Sunset Tour by Luxury Longtail Boat with BBQ Dinner: $44
- Thai Charm Cooking School Krabi: $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Karachi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Karachi.
- Private Karachi Street Food Tour: $94
- Half-Day Karachi Burns Road Private Victoria Ride with Dinner: $100
- Street Food Tour of Karachi: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Krabi $10Karachi $5.07
Typical Entertainment Prices in Krabi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thai-English Book$9.00
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Thai Massages (for Two)$22
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Bikini & Sarong$16
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Yoga Class (1 Hour)$12
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Backgammon Set (travel size)$6.82
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Kayak Trip (for Two)$52
Tours and Activities in Krabi
For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- DIY tour - Finest selection of Krabi Hidden Gems: $7.11
- Krabi 4 Islands Tour and Snorkeling with Shared boat: $22
- 4 Islands Separated Sea - The Unseen of Thailand Tour: $24
- Ao Nang, Group Boat Tour to 4 Islands with Lunch: $24
- Krabi Sea Kayaking Tour Adventure at Ao Thalane: $26
- Krabi 4 island tour: $26
- Half Day Tour Mangrove Tour Kayaking Tour With Lunch: $27
- 4 Islands & Thale Waek's Sandbar Tour By Speedboat: $27
- Aonang wonder Cocktail testing tour: $28
- 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat from Krabi with Walk on Tombolo: $28
- The Krabi 4 Island Tour by Longtail Boat: $28
- ATV Adventure in Krabi Thailand: $28
Tours and Activities in Karachi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Karachi are as follows:
- Experience local village life in Sindh: $200
- Full Day Private Tour in Karachi City: $161
- Full Day Private Tour to Mohatta Palace Zainab and Burns road: $195
- Karachi City Tour : $129
- Karachi Sightseeing Private tour: $159
- UNESCO World Heritage Tour Near Karachi : $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKrabi $4.34Karachi $3.35
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
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Beer$2.45
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Cocktails (for Two)$8.18
Sample the Local Flavors in Krabi
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
- Railay Pub Crawl: $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Krabi and Karachi, we can see that Krabi is more expensive. And not only is Karachi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Karachi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karachi 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 Krabi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Krabi than you might in Karachi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Krabi Expensive? and Is Karachi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Krabi or Karachi?
Karachi has a larger population, and is about 370 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Krabi and Karachi, 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 Krabi or Karachi?
Karachi has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Krabi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Krabi or Karachi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Karachi. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Krabi is around the same temperature as Karachi in the summer. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Karachi fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Krabi this time of the year. In the summer, Krabi often gets more sunshine than Karachi. Krabi gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Karachi receives 155 hours of full sun.
Krabi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Krabi usually gets more rain in July than Karachi. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year. August to October in Krabi is the rainy season.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKrabi 28°C (82°F)Karachi 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Karachi in the Autumn?
Both Karachi and Krabi are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
In the autumn, Krabi is around the same temperature as Karachi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Krabi in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Karachi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Karachi. Krabi usually receives less sunshine than Karachi during autumn. Krabi gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Karachi receives 284 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Krabi. In October, Krabi usually receives more rain than Karachi. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Krabi is December to March. The rainy season in Krabi is August to October.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKrabi 27°C (81°F)Karachi 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Karachi in the Winter?
Both Karachi and Krabi during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Krabi is generally a little warmer than Karachi. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 28°C (82°F), and Karachi fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Karachi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Krabi. In the winter, Krabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Karachi. Krabi gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Karachi receives 271 hours of full sun.
Krabi usually gets more rain in January than Karachi. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Krabi.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKrabi 28°C (82°F)Karachi 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Karachi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Karachi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
Krabi is around the same temperature as Karachi in the spring. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Karachi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Karachi this time of the year. In Krabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Krabi usually receives less sunshine than Karachi during spring. Krabi gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Karachi receives 277 hours of full sun in the spring.
Krabi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Krabi usually receives more rain than Karachi. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKrabi 29°C (84°F)Karachi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Karachi and Krabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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