Which place is cheaper, Plzen or Luang Prabang?
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 Luang Prabang or Plzen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Luang Prabang or Plzen, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Luang Prabang or Plzen?
Luang Prabang
Southeast Asia is a region full of mystical wonders and cultural charm, but nowhere is as charming as the city of Luang Prabang. As the former capital of Laos, Luang Prabang was reopened to tourism in 1989. With that move the city experienced an upswing in revenue and was able to restore and rebuild the beautiful colonial mansions to serve as guesthouses and hotels for the new swarm of tourists.
Plzen
Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Laos, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Laos, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLuang Prabang $18Plzen $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Luang Prabang is $18, while the average daily cost in Plzen is $141. 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 Luang Prabang and Plzen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLuang Prabang $5.53Plzen $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLuang Prabang $11Plzen $140
Compare Hotels in Luang Prabang and Plzen
Looking for a hotel in Luang Prabang or Plzen? 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: Luang Prabang Hotel Prices and Plzen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Luang Prabang $2.04Plzen $9.45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Luang Prabang
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Luang Prabang are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk Ride$2.28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Luang Prabang
Also for Luang Prabang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Luang Prabang Private Airport transfers: $9.00
- Luang Prabang Private Transfers: Hotel -Railway Station - Airport: $9.60
- LPQ Airport: Private Transfer to/from Luang Prabang City: $20
- 2D Transfer to Huay Xai by Slow Boat: $60
- Luang Prabang 2 Day Slow Boat Transfer to Houay Xay: $70
- Luang Prabang 2 Days Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- 2-Day Private Tour with Airport Transfers: $165
- Luang Prang 1 Day with Laos Railway Private Transfer: $180
- From 3-Day Oudomxay Town Trip with Transfers: $580
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plzen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:
- Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $292
- Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $125
- Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Luang Prabang or Plzen?
Prices for flights to both Plzen and Luang Prabang 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 dayLuang Prabang $9.14Plzen $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Luang Prabang
For Luang Prabang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Luang Prabang Local Market and Morning Food Tour with Drinks: $39
- The Namkhan - Kids Cooking Class: $40
- Day-time Bamboo weaving & Cooking Classes join-in: $44
- Bamboo Weaving Workshop & Cooking Class: $44
- Luangprabang: Dinner with Lao Traditional Dance Performance: $45
- Cooking Class at the Former Royal Palace: $45
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $45
- Laos: Prabang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Mekong Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $46
- Mekong Sunset Cruise & Lao Tasting Dinner: $49
- Evening Cooking Class & Local Baci Ceremony: $51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Luang Prabang $2.63Plzen $24
Tours and Activities in Luang Prabang
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Luang Prabang.
- Luang Prabang to Train Station Shared Minivan Ticket Or Private: $5.00
- Luang Prabang to Kuang Si Waterfalls Shared Minivan Ticket: $7.00
- Farm Tour and Buffalo Buffet Adventure: $9.00
- Laos Buffalo Dairy Tours Interact, Learn and Taste Fresh Flavors: $14
- Audio-Guided City Tour in Electric Car: $14
- Laos–China Railway: Easy Train Tickets, No Queues, No Worries: $28
- Natural Soap Making Experience - Luang Prabang: $28
- Luang Prabang Half Day Tour with Mekong River Sunset Cruise: $29
- Laos Railway: Train Tickets Easily - Skip the Lines - No worries: $30
- Small Group Half Day Luang Prabang city tour: $30
- Morning Alms Giving Ceremony and Local Market Experience: $31
- Afternoon Kuang Si Waterfalls & Sunset Cruise: $35
Tours and Activities in Plzen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Plzen are as follows:
- An Audio Tour of the City of Beer: Pilsen's History and Legends: $7.99
- Experience Pilsen through Digital Audio Guide in English: $11
- Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $247
- Pilsen Walking Tour: Explore Sights & Hidden Gems: $39
- Pilsen: Beer & Spirit Tasting Tour: $59
- Pilsen: Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $12
- Pilsen: Old Town Gastronomy Tour: $35
- Pilsen: Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $59
- Pilsen: Panoramic Sightseeing - Bus Tour with audio guide: $19
- Plzeň: Big Bunker Shooting Experience: $186
- Prague Walking and Beer Tour Discover Hidden Gems: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLuang Prabang $1.76Plzen $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Plzen
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:
- Pilsen: Brewery Museum Entrance with a Glass of Beer: $7.62
- Pilsen: Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $21
- Pilsen Highlights Small-Group Tour and Pilsner Brewery Tour including Lunch and Beer Tasting: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Luang Prabang and Plzen, we can see that Plzen is more expensive. And not only is Luang Prabang much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Luang Prabang is in Asia and Plzen is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Luang Prabang would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Luang Prabang 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 Plzen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Plzen than you might in Luang Prabang.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Luang Prabang Expensive? and Is Plzen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Luang Prabang or Plzen?
Plzen has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Luang Prabang. When comparing the sizes of Luang Prabang and Plzen, 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 Luang Prabang or Plzen?
Plzen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Luang Prabang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Plzen in the Summer?
Both Plzen and Luang Prabang during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Luang Prabang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Luang Prabang is a little warmer than Plzen in the summer. The daily temperature in Luang Prabang averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang usually gets more rain in July than Plzen. Luang Prabang gets 228 mm (9 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLuang Prabang 28°C (82°F)Plzen 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Plzen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Luang Prabang and Plzen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Luang Prabang year-round.
In the autumn, Luang Prabang is much warmer than Plzen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Luang Prabang in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Plzen averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Luang Prabang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Luang Prabang usually receives more rain than Plzen. Luang Prabang gets 126 mm (5 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLuang Prabang 26°C (79°F)Plzen 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Plzen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Luang Prabang as well as Plzen. Luang Prabang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Plzen can be very cold during winter. In January, Luang Prabang is generally much warmer than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Luang Prabang average around 21°C (70°F), and Plzen fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
Luang Prabang usually gets less rain in January than Plzen. Luang Prabang gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLuang Prabang 21°C (70°F)Plzen -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Luang Prabang or Plzen in the Spring?
Both Plzen and Luang Prabang are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Luang Prabang throughout the year.
Luang Prabang is much warmer than Plzen in the spring. The daily temperature in Luang Prabang averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Luang Prabang. In April, Luang Prabang usually receives more rain than Plzen. Luang Prabang gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLuang Prabang 28°C (82°F)Plzen 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Plzen and Luang Prabang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 147 mm (5.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 228 mm (9 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 126 mm (5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
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