Which place is cheaper, Nanchang or Krabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Krabi or Nanchang?
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 Nanchang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Krabi or Nanchang?
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.
Nanchang
Capital of Jiangxi Province, Nanchang is a city of southern China with a significant history. Landmarks like the Tengwang Pavilion represent the city's distant past, while its nickname - "the city of Heroes" - comes from the 1927 Nanchang Uprising when the Communist Party began. Today the city serves as a center for politics, economy, culture, science, education, commerce, and transportation.
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 2-Week Tours from Beijing, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKrabi $55Nanchang $58
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $55, while the average daily cost in Nanchang 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 Krabi and Nanchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKrabi $36Nanchang $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKrabi $72Nanchang $40
Compare Hotels in Krabi and Nanchang
Looking for a hotel in Krabi or Nanchang? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Krabi $3.80Nanchang $11
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:
- Private 4 Islands Krabi Boat Tour from Ao Nang with Transfer: $171
- Krabi airport to Pakbara pier Private transfer: $166
- From Krabi : One Way Private Transfer Phuket,Khaolak and More: $130
- Private Transfer between Phuket Airport and Krabi Hotels: $130
- Krabi Transfer to Khao Lak : $117
- Krabi airport to donsak pier Private transfer: $116
- From Ao Nang: Similan Islands Boat Trip with Transfer & Food: $101
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to KRABI AIRPORT: $97
- Krabi to Khao Lak and Phang Nga Town: Private City Transfers: $97
- Krabi Mangrove Kayak &Elephant Shelter with Private Transfer: $94
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to KURABURI: $94
- Krabi airport - Kuantungku pier Private transfer: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or Nanchang?
Prices for flights to both Nanchang 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 $13Nanchang $32
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: $41
- Krabi Thai Cooking Class: $42
- Krabi 4 Islands Sunset Premium Service Trip by Speedboat + BBQ Dinner: $42
- Thai Charm Cooking School Krabi: $44
- Cooking Class at Thai Charm Cooking School with Meal: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Krabi $10Nanchang $4.56
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:
- Full Day Guided Tour in Bor Thor Caves and Mangroves : $145
- Phi Phi Islands Tour with Bioluminescent Planktons from krabi: $77
- 2-Hour Clear Kayak Illuminated Night Tour in Krabi: $60
- 4 Island Sunset Snorkeling Cruise + bioluminescent Night Snorkel: $102
- 4 Islands & Sunset Tour by Long Tail Boat with Plankton : $71
- 4 Islands Full-day Tour from Krabi with Tub, Chicken, Poda Island & Phra Nang: $54
- 4 Islands One Day Tour From Krabi: $28
- 4 Islands Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat from Krabi with Walk on Tombolo: $28
- 4 Islands Tour Long Tail Boat (UPDATED JULY 2020 for New Normal): $33
- 5 km Rafting, ATV & Zipline Tour From Krabi: $53
- 7km White Water Rafting Adventure Tour From Krabi: $50
- ATV Adventure Krabi: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKrabi $4.34Nanchang $6.31
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 comparing the travel costs between Krabi and Nanchang, we can see that Nanchang 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 Krabi Expensive? and Is Nanchang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Krabi or Nanchang?
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Krabi and Nanchang, 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 Nanchang?
Nanchang 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 Nanchang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Nanchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
In the summer, Krabi is around the same temperature as Nanchang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Krabi in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Nanchang averages at about 30°C (86°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nanchang this time of the year. In Krabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Krabi usually receives less sunshine than Nanchang during summer. Krabi gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 262 hours of full sun in the summer.
Nanchang receives a lot of rain in the summer. Krabi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Krabi usually receives more rain than Nanchang. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the summer. Also, August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKrabi 28°C (82°F)Nanchang 30°C (86°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Nanchang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Nanchang. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Krabi is generally a little warmer than Nanchang. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 27°C (81°F), and Nanchang fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
In the autumn, Krabi often gets more sunshine than Nanchang. Krabi gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 161 hours of full sun.
Krabi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Krabi usually gets more rain in October than Nanchang. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Krabi is the dry season. August to October in Krabi is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKrabi 27°C (81°F)Nanchang 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Nanchang in the Winter?
Both Nanchang and Krabi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
Krabi is much warmer than Nanchang in the winter. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Nanchang fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually receives more sunshine than Nanchang during winter. Krabi gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Nanchang receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Krabi usually receives less rain than Nanchang. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Krabi is December to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKrabi 28°C (82°F)Nanchang 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Nanchang in the Spring?
Both Nanchang and Krabi during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Krabi is much warmer than Nanchang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Krabi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Nanchang averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Krabi. In the spring, Krabi often gets more sunshine than Nanchang. Krabi gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nanchang receives 116 hours of full sun.
Nanchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually gets less rain in April than Nanchang. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Nanchang receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKrabi 29°C (84°F)Nanchang 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Nanchang and Krabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
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