Which place is cheaper, Shenyang or Krabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Krabi or Shenyang?
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 Shenyang can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Krabi or Shenyang?
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.
Shenyang
Shenyang, China is the capital, and largest, city in the Liaoning Province in northwest China which borders North Korea. Shenyang has a long, imperial, history and is the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty. The city has a blend of beautifully preserved architecture and modern buildings, creating a pleasant atmosphere for exploring!
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 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKrabi $55Shenyang $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $55, while the average daily cost in Shenyang is $70. 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 Shenyang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKrabi $36Shenyang $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKrabi $72Shenyang $82
Compare Hotels in Krabi and Shenyang
Looking for a hotel in Krabi or Shenyang? 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 $3.80Shenyang $19
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:
- Van Phuket Airport Transfer to Patong Beach Area (SHA Plus): $37
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT Transfer to PHUKET TOWN (SHA Plus): $39
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to TRI TRANG BEACH: $33
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to SURIN BEACH: $28
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to ROYAL YACHT HAVEN: $28
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to ROYAL PHUKET MARINA: $28
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to RAWAI BEACH: $41
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to PHUKET TOWN: $30
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to NAIYANG BEACH: $26
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to NAIHARN BEACH: $39
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to LAYAN BEACH: $23
- VAN PHUKET AIRPORT TRANSFER to KURABURI: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or Shenyang?
Prices for flights to both Shenyang 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 $13Shenyang $18
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 $10Shenyang $7.69
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 $4.34Shenyang $5.82
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 Shenyang, we can see that Shenyang 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 Shenyang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Shenyang 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 Shenyang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Krabi or Shenyang?
Shenyang has a larger population, and is about 110 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Krabi and Shenyang, 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 Shenyang?
Shenyang 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 Shenyang in the Summer?
Both Shenyang and Krabi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
In the summer, Krabi is around the same temperature as Shenyang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Krabi in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Shenyang averages at about 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Shenyang. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Shenyang during summer. Krabi gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Shenyang receives 214 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Shenyang. It's quite rainy in Krabi. In July, Krabi usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer. The rainy season in Krabi is August to October.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKrabi 28°C (82°F)Shenyang 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Shenyang in the Autumn?
Both Shenyang and Krabi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Krabi is generally much warmer than Shenyang. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenyang fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).
In Shenyang, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Krabi often gets less sunshine than Shenyang. Krabi gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenyang receives 216 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually gets more rain in October than Shenyang. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Krabi. August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKrabi 27°C (81°F)Shenyang 10°C (51°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Shenyang in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Shenyang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Shenyang. Krabi is much warmer than Shenyang in the winter. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Shenyang fluctuates around -11°C (13°F).
In Krabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Krabi usually receives more sunshine than Shenyang during winter. Krabi gets 287 hours of sunny skies, while Shenyang receives 167 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Krabi usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the winter. December to March in Krabi is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKrabi 28°C (82°F)Shenyang -11°C (13°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Shenyang in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Shenyang. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Krabi is much warmer than Shenyang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Krabi in April average around 29°C (84°F), and Shenyang averages at about 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Shenyang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Krabi this time of the year. In the spring, Krabi often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Shenyang. Krabi gets 249 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Shenyang receives 241 hours of full sun.
Krabi receives a lot of rain in the spring. Krabi usually gets more rain in April than Shenyang. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKrabi 29°C (84°F)Shenyang 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Shenyang and Krabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -11°C (13°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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