Which place is cheaper, Koh Tao or Nanchang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Nanchang or Koh Tao?
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 Nanchang and Koh Tao can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Nanchang or Koh Tao?
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.
Koh Tao
With a name that literally means, "Turtle Island," Koh Tao, Thailand is the type of vacation spot divers dream of. There is the faintest current and a buffet of dive sites and shops.
This tiny island hosts hundreds of thousands of visitors a year, but take not that there are no garbage disposal facilities. Everything that can't be burnt needs to be taken from the island. Avoid plastic bags, and don't dump your trash in the open landscape (then again, why would you?) because there are no departments for road clean up. Water and electricity on the island are scarce, so use them wisely.
Keep in mind that monsoon season from November to January so you may be faced with constant rain for days at a time in those months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, and The Best Contiki Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNanchang $58Koh Tao $37
The average daily cost (per person) in Nanchang is $58, while the average daily cost in Koh Tao is $37. 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 Nanchang and Koh Tao in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNanchang $20Koh Tao $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNanchang $40Koh Tao $28
Compare Hotels in Nanchang and Koh Tao
Looking for a hotel in Nanchang or Koh Tao? 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: Koh Tao Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nanchang $11Koh Tao $8.67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Tao
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Tao:
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Motorbike Rental$5.18
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Chumpon to Koh Tao Ferry$18
Is it cheaper to fly into Nanchang or Koh Tao?
Prices for flights to both Koh Tao and Nanchang 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 dayNanchang $32Koh Tao $9.21
Typical Food Prices in Koh Tao
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Tao:
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Sit Down Lunch (for One)$5.46
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Breakfast$4.09
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Casual Breakfast (for Two)$3.27
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Fancy Dinner (for Two)$13
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Pancake$1.91
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American Breakfast (for Two)$7.64
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Dinner at Bam Bam (for Two)$7.36
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nanchang $4.56Koh Tao $26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Tao
For Koh Tao, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental (One Hour)$6.82
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Snorkel Rental$2.73
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Kayak and Snorkel (2)$2.73
Tours and Activities in Koh Tao
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Tao.
- 5 Islands Full-Day Tour Around Koh Tao and Koh Nangyuan: $24
- Advanced Adventurer - 2 days ( Advanced Open Water): $277
- Basic Diver ( One Day Experience): $124
- Full day snorkeling adventure around Koh Tao: $22
- Koh Nang Yuan and Koh Tao 5 Point Snorkeling Tour: $23
- Koh Tao Cliff Jumping Snorkeling Experience: $135
- Koh Tao Snorkeling Tour to Hidden Bays and Koh Nang Yuan : $28
- Koh Tao Snorkeling and Island Hopping Tour (Private) : $175
- Koh Tao Viewpoint and Snorkeling Tour: $55
- Premium Snorkel Tour to the Bays of Koh Tao onboard the Oxygen: $33
- Snorkel Tour to Koh Nangyuan and the hidden bays of Koh Tao onboard the Oxygen: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNanchang $6.31Koh Tao $7.14
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Tao
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Tao from other travelers:
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Beer$1.77
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Bottle of Wine$10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nanchang and Koh Tao, we can see that Nanchang is more expensive. And not only is Koh Tao much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Koh Tao would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Tao 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 Nanchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nanchang than you might in Koh Tao.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nanchang Expensive? and Is Koh Tao Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nanchang or Koh Tao?
Nanchang has a larger population, and is about 1350 times larger than the population of Koh Tao. When comparing the sizes of Nanchang and Koh Tao, 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 Nanchang or Koh Tao?
Nanchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Tao experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Nanchang or Koh Tao in the Summer?
Both Koh Tao and Nanchang are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Tao because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Nanchang is a little warmer than Koh Tao in the summer. The daily temperature in Nanchang averages around 30°C (86°F) in July, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nanchang. Nanchang usually receives more sunshine than Koh Tao during summer. Nanchang gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 195 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Tao. It's quite rainy in Nanchang. In July, Nanchang usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Nanchang gets 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNanchang 30°C (86°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Nanchang or Koh Tao in the Autumn?
Both Koh Tao and Nanchang during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Tao year-round.
In the autumn, Nanchang is cooler than Koh Tao. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Nanchang in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Koh Tao averages at about 24°C (76°F).
In the autumn, Nanchang often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Koh Tao. Nanchang gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 167 hours of full sun.
Koh Tao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Nanchang usually gets less rain in October than Koh Tao. Nanchang gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 276 mm (10.9 in) of rain this time of the year. October and November is the rainy season in Koh Tao.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNanchang 20°C (68°F)Koh Tao 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Nanchang or Koh Tao in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Nanchang and Koh Tao. Koh Tao attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Nanchang is generally much colder than Koh Tao. Daily temperatures in Nanchang average around 6°C (43°F), and Koh Tao fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Tao this time of the year. Nanchang usually receives less sunshine than Koh Tao during winter. Nanchang gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Tao receives 255 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Nanchang usually receives less rain than Koh Tao. Nanchang gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the winter. February to June in Koh Tao is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNanchang 6°C (43°F)Koh Tao 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Nanchang or Koh Tao in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Nanchang as well as Koh Tao. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Tao throughout the year.
Nanchang is cooler than Koh Tao in the spring. The daily temperature in Nanchang averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Koh Tao fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Tao. In the spring, Nanchang often gets less sunshine than Koh Tao. Nanchang gets 116 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Tao receives 239 hours of full sun.
Nanchang receives a lot of rain in the spring. Nanchang usually gets more rain in April than Koh Tao. Nanchang gets 229 mm (9 in) of rain, while Koh Tao receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, February to June in Koh Tao is the dry season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNanchang 18°C (64°F)Koh Tao 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Tao and Nanchang
| Nanchang | Koh Tao | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (45°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (53°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 229 mm (9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 266 mm (10.5 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (86°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 174 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (86°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 206 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 158 mm (6.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 276 mm (10.9 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 380 mm (15 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.