Which place is cheaper, Zhengzhou or Krabi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Krabi or Zhengzhou?
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 Zhengzhou can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Krabi or Zhengzhou?
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.
Zhengzhou
Along the Yellow River, a city from the future and the past resides. Ancient pagodas, futuristic domes, verdant gardens - Zhengzhou is a myriad of many worlds in one urban area. The provincial capital of the Henan Province, Zhengzhou is the encapsulation of a perfect city from its delicate balance of the natural and urban spheres. It was born during the Sui Dynasty, and its actual location was in the modern-day Chenggao. Moreover, Zhengzhou works as the political, economic, technological, and educational center of the province. The city is also one of the eight great ancient capitals of China, with a collection of architecture and art originating during iconic dynasties. These relics of the old world include the Shaolin Monastery, Henan Museum, the Pagoda Forest, the Gaocheng Astronomical Observatory, the Songyue Pagoda, the Emperors of Yan and Huang, and the scenic views of the Yellow River. With over nine million inhabitants, Zhengzhou continues to grow at a thriving rate. It also should be noted that in June 2012, Greater Zhengzhou was named one of the thirteen emerging megacities in China according to the Economist Intelligent Unit. Known internationally for its amazing culmination of culture and history, Zhengzhou is the ideal city for travelers and inhabitants alike.
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 from Shanghai, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKrabi $55Zhengzhou $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Krabi is $55, while the average daily cost in Zhengzhou is $98. 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 Zhengzhou in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKrabi $36Zhengzhou $36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKrabi $72Zhengzhou $72
Compare Hotels in Krabi and Zhengzhou
Looking for a hotel in Krabi or Zhengzhou? 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 $3.80Zhengzhou $63
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:
- ATV Jungle Adventure in Krabi with Roundtrip Transfer: $33
- Air-Conditioned Van Charter for Krabi Airport Transfers & More: $26
- Airport transfer: $21
- Ao Nang Krabi Thai Boxing Stadium Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $97
- Ao Nang Krabi Thai Boxing Stadium Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $81
- Aonang any hotel to Donsak Pier Private transfer: $116
- Aonang any hotel to Koh Lanta any hotel Private transfer: $87
- Aonang any hotel to Krabi airport Private transfer: $19
- From Ao Nang: Similan Islands Boat Trip with Transfer & Food: $101
- From Khaolak : One Way Private Transfer Phuket,Krabi and More: $75
- From Koh Lanta: Speedboat Transfer to/From Koh Lipe: $58
- From Krabi : One Way Private Transfer Phuket,Khaolak and More: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zhengzhou
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zhengzhou:
- [Airport Transfer] Zhengzhou Xinjiang International Airport Zhengzhou City Transfer There is a reputation for high service! : $27
- Private Guided Tour/Transfer to Shaolin Temple: $98
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $27
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $31
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $53
- Zhengzhou Xinzheng Airport Chauffeur Transfer , Zhengzhou Airport Transfer : $65
- Zhengzhou Special Car Service, Zhengzhou Airport Transfer: $27
- Zhengzhou Airport Transfer( Hotel to Airport): $59
- Private transfer to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou: $108
- Private Transfer to Shaolin Temple or Dengfeng from Zhengzhou Train station: $132
- Private Transfer to Guoliang Village and Tunnel from Zhengzhou: $160
- Private Transfer from Zhengzhou to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes : $95
Is it cheaper to fly into Krabi or Zhengzhou?
Prices for flights to both Zhengzhou 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 $13Zhengzhou $28
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 Zhengzhou
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zhengzhou.
- Zhengzhou Erqi Square and Night Markets Private Tour including Dinner: $145
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Krabi $10Zhengzhou $8.18
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 Zhengzhou
Here are a few actual costs in Zhengzhou for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Guoliangcun from Zhengzhou: $265
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $275
- All Inclusive Private Day Tour to Yuntai Mountain from Zhengzhou: $265
- All inclusive Anyang Yin Xu ruins and Character Museum day tour from Zhengzhou: $209
- Full-Day Private Kaifeng Highlight Tour from Zhengzhou: $248
- Independent Tour to Shaolin Temple and Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $188
- Kaifeng City Highlights Independant Tour from Zhengzhou: $80
- Private Day Tour to Guoliang from Zhengzhou: $268
- Private Day Tour to Luoyang Longmen Grottoes from Zhengzhou: $210
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple and Songyang Academy from Zhengzhou: $233
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple from Zhengzhou with Flexiable Departure Time: $198
- Private Day Tour to Shaolin Temple with Kungfu Class from Zhengzhou: $287
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKrabi $4.34Zhengzhou $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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Krabi and Zhengzhou, we can see that Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Krabi or Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Krabi. When comparing the sizes of Krabi and Zhengzhou, 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 Zhengzhou?
Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou in the Summer?
Both Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou in the summer. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
In Zhengzhou, 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 Zhengzhou. Krabi gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zhengzhou receives 215 hours of full sun.
Zhengzhou 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 Zhengzhou. Krabi gets 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year. August to October is the rainy season in Krabi.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKrabi 28°C (82°F)Zhengzhou 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Zhengzhou in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Krabi and Zhengzhou. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
In the autumn, Krabi is much warmer than Zhengzhou. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Krabi in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Zhengzhou averages at about 16°C (61°F).
Krabi usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Zhengzhou during autumn. Krabi gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Zhengzhou receives 188 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 Zhengzhou. Krabi gets 304 mm (12 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 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.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKrabi 27°C (81°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Zhengzhou in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Krabi as well as Zhengzhou. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Zhengzhou can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Krabi is generally much warmer than Zhengzhou. Daily temperatures in Krabi average around 28°C (82°F), and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 1°C (34°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 Zhengzhou. Krabi gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Zhengzhou receives 159 hours of full sun.
Krabi usually gets more rain in January than Zhengzhou. Krabi gets 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Krabi is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKrabi 28°C (82°F)Zhengzhou 1°C (34°F)
Should I visit Krabi or Zhengzhou in the Spring?
Both Zhengzhou 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 much warmer than Zhengzhou in the spring. The daily temperature in Krabi averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Zhengzhou fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Zhengzhou. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. Krabi usually receives more sunshine than Zhengzhou during spring. Krabi gets 249 hours of sunny skies, while Zhengzhou receives 201 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Krabi. In April, Krabi usually receives more rain than Zhengzhou. Krabi gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Zhengzhou receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKrabi 29°C (84°F)Zhengzhou 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Zhengzhou and Krabi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
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