Which place is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi or Lima?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Lima or Koh Phi Phi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lima and Koh Phi Phi. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lima or Koh Phi Phi?
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
Koh Phi Phi
The islands of Koh Phi Phi, off the coast of southwestern Thailand, are very popular with travelers because of their unrivaled tropical scenery, clear blue waters, relaxing atmosphere, and undersea attractions. However, in the last decade, Koh Phi Phi has seen a huge surge in tourism, adding to the crowds and pollution of the main (and only populated) island, known as Koh Phi Phi Don.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, The Best Adventure Tours to Peru, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Thailand, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Thailand.
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Lima Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLima $95Koh Phi Phi $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Lima is $95, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi is $95. 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 Lima and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLima $52Koh Phi Phi $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLima $104Koh Phi Phi $100
Compare Hotels in Lima and Koh Phi Phi
Looking for a hotel in Lima or Koh Phi Phi? 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: Lima Hotel Prices and Koh Phi Phi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lima $6.06Koh Phi Phi $7.93
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Short Taxi Ride$4.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Direct Private Transfer From Lima to Paracas, English Speaking Driver: $269
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $263
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chávez (LIM) Airport to Lima: $59
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Lima Airport (LIM) to Miraflores - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima J Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima Airport Transfers by SUV/Van: $43
- Assistance - Transfer Cusco Airport to Hotel & Viceversa: $40
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Private Lima Airport Transfer - Minivan 24hrs: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:
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Ferry to Maya Beach (for 2)$17
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Longboat Taxi$3.14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Phi Phi
Also for Koh Phi Phi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Speedboat Transfer Phi Phi Tonsai to Phuket with Dropoff Service: $29
- Easy Island Transfer from Phi Phi Island to Koh Tao: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Lima or Koh Phi Phi?
Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi and Lima 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 dayLima $32Koh Phi Phi $23
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.59
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Ice cream$3.73
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Coffee$3.15
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Donut$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Typical Food Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:
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Crepe$1.88
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Sit Down Lunch$11
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Casual Lunch$6.59
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Coconut Donut$0.31
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Lunch at Mexican Restaurant (for 2)$13
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Sit Down Dinner$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- International Dinner & Cabaret Show - Ala Carte Package: $22
- International Dinner & Cabaret Show - Set Menu Package: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lima $9.15Koh Phi Phi $52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$17
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Movie Tickets$2.44
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental$9.42
Tours and Activities in Koh Phi Phi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Phi Phi.
- Ferry from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket with Dropoff Service by Royal Jet Cruiser: $15
- Phi Phi Island Half Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $18
- Phi Phi Sunset Longtail Boat Cruise to Maya Bay and Snorkeling: $18
- Phuket Trick Eye Museum Admission Ticket: $19
- Phi Phi Island To Phuket By Phi Phi Cruiser: $19
- Half-Day Phi Phi Island Longtail Boat Tour with Maya Bay Visit: $19
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket by Phi Phi Cruiser: $19
- Snorkeling Phi Phi Islands Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $20
- Phuket Trick Eye Museum Admission Ticket (SHA Plus): $22
- Trick Eye Museum at Phuket Admission Ticket: $24
- Half-Day Morning Bamboo Island Tour from Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $25
- Phi Phi Islands Sunset Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLima $5.95Koh Phi Phi $6.51
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.71
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Beer$4.30
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Cocktail$3.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Phi Phi from other travelers:
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Mojito Bucket$16
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Banana Daiquiri$6.28
When comparing the travel costs between Lima and Koh Phi Phi, we can see that Koh Phi Phi 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. Even though Lima is in South America and Koh Phi Phi is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lima Expensive? and Is Koh Phi Phi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lima or Koh Phi Phi?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 7740 times larger than the population of Koh Phi Phi. When comparing the sizes of Lima and Koh Phi Phi, 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 Lima or Koh Phi Phi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Lima or Koh Phi Phi in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Lima as well as Koh Phi Phi. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Koh Phi Phi. Lima usually gets less rain in July than Koh Phi Phi. Lima gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. In the summer, Lima often gets less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi. Lima gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Phi Phi receives 206 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Lima is much colder than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lima in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLima 18°C (64°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Lima or Koh Phi Phi in the Autumn?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Lima are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Phi Phi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Koh Phi Phi is December to March. The rainy season in Koh Phi Phi is May to November. It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. In October, Lima usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Lima gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Lima usually receives less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi during autumn. Lima gets 60 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Phi Phi receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Lima is generally cooler than Koh Phi Phi. Daily temperatures in Lima average around 19°C (66°F), and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLima 19°C (66°F)Koh Phi Phi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Lima or Koh Phi Phi in the Winter?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Lima during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Phi Phi year-round.
December to March is the dry season in Koh Phi Phi. Lima usually gets less rain in January than Koh Phi Phi. Lima gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Koh Phi Phi, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Lima often gets less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi. Lima gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 hours of full sun.
Lima is cooler than Koh Phi Phi in the winter. The daily temperature in Lima averages around 23°C (73°F) in January, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLima 23°C (73°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Lima or Koh Phi Phi in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Lima and Koh Phi Phi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round. Koh Phi Phi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Also, May to November is the rainy season in Koh Phi Phi. Koh Phi Phi receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Lima usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Lima gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Phi Phi this time of the year. Lima usually receives less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi during spring. Lima gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Phi Phi receives 249 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Lima is cooler than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lima in April average around 22°C (72°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLima 22°C (72°F)Koh Phi Phi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Phi Phi and Lima
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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