Which place is cheaper, Nagoya or Pai?
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 Pai or Nagoya?
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 Pai and Nagoya. 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: Pai or Nagoya?
Pai
As the lush green mountains adorn the blue horizon amidst its creamy clouds, Pai, in northern Thailand, works as one of the many hubs for some of the world's most exciting cultural adventures and natural wonders. Within this small town just north of the Mae Hong Son Province, near the Myanmar border, Pai lays on the Pai River and holds a population of no more than 2,500. Despite its geographical insignificance, this town attracts a wide array of tourists. From breathtaking waterfalls to relaxing hot springs, you will find yourself astonished at how much this little city holds within its borders.
Nagoya
Nagoya is Japan's fourth-largest city after Tokyo, Yokohama, and Osaka, as well as one of the nation's major economic centers, being the home of auto giants like Toyota, Honda, and Mitsubishi Motors. With a history that dates back to samurai and ninja, Nagoya has evolved over the years into a trade center and hub for automobile and aircraft manufacturing. And it's also home to the Legoland resort!
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Thailand, The Best 3-Day Tours from Phuket, The Best Luxury Tours to Japan, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Japan.
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Pai Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPai $91Nagoya $113
The average daily cost (per person) in Pai is $91, while the average daily cost in Nagoya is $113. 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 Pai and Nagoya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPai $16Nagoya $48
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPai $32Nagoya $96
Compare Hotels in Pai and Nagoya
Looking for a hotel in Pai or Nagoya? 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: Pai Hotel Prices and Nagoya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pai $42Nagoya $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nagoya
Also for Nagoya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Departure Transfer : Nagoya City to Chubu Airport: $99
- Private Transfer from Nagoya hotels to Nagoya Cruise Port: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Port: $285
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya hotels: $139
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya City Hotels: $126
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Airport (NGO): $201
- Private Transfer from Nagoya Airport (NGO) to Toyama Port: $235
- Private Transfer between Chubu Centrair Int'l Airport and Nagoya: $296
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Int Airport (NGO) to Nagoya Cruise Port: $201
- Private Transfer - Nagoya Cruise Port to Nagoya Int Airport (NGO): $285
- Private Departure Transfer Nagoya City to Chubu Centrair International Airport: $208
- Nagoya to Nagoya Int Airport NGO, Departure Private Transfer: $91
Is it cheaper to fly into Pai or Nagoya?
Prices for flights to both Nagoya and Pai 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 dayPai $42Nagoya $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Nagoya Night Bar & Food Tour with Locals 【Private Tour】: $59
- Osu Kannon Temple & Street Food Tour in Nagoya's Osu District: $83
- Specialties of Nagoya Food Tour: $159
- Traditional Ukai Watching Private Tour from Nagoya With Dinner: $221
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pai $46Nagoya $13
Tours and Activities in Nagoya
For Nagoya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Buddhas at a Temple and Tea Ceremony Experience: $91
- 2 Hour Private Scenic Mountain Castle Tour in Gifu: $76
- A Fun Car Tour to Inuyama Castle and a Phallus: $160
- A tour to enjoy Japanese official gambling (horse racing, bicycle racing, pachinko): $72
- All-You-Can-Drink Sake Tasting Tour in Nagoya: $185
- Arimatsu townscape walk & aperture experience: Accompanying professional photographer: $138
- Atsuta Shrine Visit and Sweets Making Experience in Nagoya: $276
- Autumn Leaves Private Tour in Nagoya: $172
- Bus Tour to Hida Takayama and Shirakawa-go with Hida Pork Lunch : $81
- Experience Being a Shinto Priest or Shrine Maiden at NAGOYA: $45
- Experience the Soul of the Sword-smith : Samurai Spirit in Seki: $242
- From Nagoya Kyoto Day Tour with Kobe Beef Shabu Shabu Lunch: $93
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPai $15Nagoya $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nagoya
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Nagoya:
- The Nagoya Restaurant and Bar Crawl: $40
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pai and Nagoya, we can see that Nagoya is more expensive. And not only is Pai much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pai would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pai 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 Nagoya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nagoya than you might in Pai.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pai Expensive? and Is Nagoya Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pai or Nagoya?
Nagoya has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Pai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pai or Nagoya in the Summer?
Both Nagoya and Pai are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pai throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Nagoya for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Pai is generally around the same temperature as Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Pai average around 29°C (85°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
Pai usually receives less sunshine than Nagoya during summer. Pai gets 146 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 170 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nagoya. It's quite rainy in Pai. In July, Pai usually receives around the same amount of rain as Nagoya. Pai gets 211 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 213 mm (8.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPai 29°C (85°F)Nagoya 27°C (80°F)
Should I visit Pai or Nagoya in the Autumn?
Both Nagoya and Pai during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Nagoya in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Pai is much warmer than Nagoya in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pai averages around 29°C (84°F) in October, and Nagoya fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Pai. In the autumn, Pai often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Pai gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 176 hours of full sun.
Nagoya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pai. Pai usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Nagoya. Pai gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPai 29°C (84°F)Nagoya 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Pai or Nagoya in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pai and Nagoya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pai year-round. Also, most visitors come to Nagoya for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Nagoya can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Pai is much warmer than Nagoya. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pai in January average around 24°C (74°F), and Nagoya averages at about 4°C (40°F).
In Pai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pai usually receives more sunshine than Nagoya during winter. Pai gets 283 hours of sunny skies, while Nagoya receives 180 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Pai usually receives less rain than Nagoya. Pai gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPai 24°C (74°F)Nagoya 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Pai or Nagoya in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pai as well as Nagoya. Pai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Nagoya because of the activities around the city.
Pai can become quite hot in the spring. In April, Pai is generally much warmer than Nagoya. Daily temperatures in Pai average around 32°C (89°F), and Nagoya fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pai this time of the year. In the spring, Pai often gets more sunshine than Nagoya. Pai gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nagoya receives 189 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nagoya. Pai usually gets less rain in April than Nagoya. Pai gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nagoya receives 152 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPai 32°C (89°F)Nagoya 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Nagoya and Pai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (74°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (83°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| May | 31°C (88°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (86°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 213 mm (8.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 256 mm (10.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (85°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (80°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 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.