A Travel Price Comparison for Thailand Pattaya vs. Koh Phi Phi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Pattaya and Koh Phi Phi can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi?

Pattaya

Go where the locals go. If that is your vacation motto, you will want to take a look at the popular weekend getaway of Pattaya, Thailand. This seaside resort on the Eastern Gulf Coast of Thailand is just outside of Bangkok, and full of resorts, beer bars and beaches.

Hosting more than five million visitors a year, Pattaya is easily accessed from the capital and the airport. Keep in mind, the sex tourism industry is still a large money earner for this city, but efforts by local authorities have created resorts and attractions for families and vacationers from all around the world.

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.

Which city is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi or Pattaya?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Pattaya is $59, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi is $64. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Pattaya and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Pattaya $21
    Koh Phi Phi $36
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Pattaya $42
    Koh Phi Phi $72
Compare Hotels in Pattaya and Koh Phi Phi

Looking for a hotel in Pattaya 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.

Hotels in Pattaya


Hotels in Koh Phi Phi


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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: Pattaya Hotel Prices and Koh Phi Phi Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Pattaya $10
    Koh Phi Phi $6.16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya

Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Bangkok: To/From Pattaya 1-Way Private Luxury Transfers: $241
  • Private Van Transfer from Pattaya City Center - Hua Hin City Center: $160
  • Private Car Transfer Pattaya City - Hua Hin City Beach: $137
  • Private Taxi Transfer Pattaya City Beach Thailand to Siem Reap City Cambodia: $123
  • Private Transfer: BKK Airport to Pattaya hotel 100% All-Electric Car: $100
  • BKK Airport to Pattaya hotel 100% All-Electric Private Transfer: $100
  • DMK Airport to Pattaya hotel 100% All-Electric Private Transfer: $85
  • Private Transfer: DMK Airport to Pattaya hotel 100% All-Electric Car: $85
  • Private Transfer: Pattaya to Bangkok: $82
  • Private Departure Transfer: Pattaya to Bangkok Airport - 3 PAX: $79
  • Private Transfer from Pattaya Hotel to DMK Airport: $73
  • Private Transfer from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi Airport: $73

Typical Local Transportation prices in Koh Phi Phi

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:


  • Ferry to Maya Beach (for 2)
    $16
  • Longboat Taxi
    $3.05

Is it cheaper to fly into Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi?

Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi and Pattaya 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Pattaya $20
    Koh Phi Phi $10

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pattaya

For Pattaya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Drink Drunk Drunk night & Sunset landmark selfie with Dinner: $56

Typical Food prices in Koh Phi Phi

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:


  • Crepe
    $1.83
  • Sit Down Lunch
    $10
  • Casual Lunch
    $6.41
  • Coconut Donut
    $0.31
  • Lunch at Mexican Restaurant (for 2)
    $12
  • Sit Down Dinner
    $15

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Pattaya $18
    Koh Phi Phi $41

Tours and Activities in Pattaya

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.

  • 3-Hour Mini Siam Tour in Pattaya: $55
  • Admission Ticket to Ramayana Water Park in Pattaya: $41
  • Alcazar Cabaret Admission Ticket with Optional Hotel Pickup in Pattaya: $16
  • Alcazar Cabaret Admission Ticket with Optional Hotel Pickup in Pattaya: $21
  • Alcazar Cabaret Show Admission Tickets: $19
  • Alcazar Cabaret Show at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $17
  • Art in Paradise Pattaya Entrance (Ticket Only): $9.09
  • Art in Paradise at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $15
  • Art in Paradise in Pattaya Admission Ticket: $15
  • Bangkok Temples Private Tour from Pattaya – Full Day: $150
  • Coral Island (Koh Larn) & Sanctuary of Truth Private Tour from Pattaya –Full Day: $85
  • Coral Island (Koh Larn) Tours with Lunch: $18

Typical Entertainment prices in Koh Phi Phi

For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Kayak Rental
    $9.15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Pattaya $7.32
    Koh Phi Phi $5.06

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:


  • Mojito Bucket
    $15
  • Banana Daiquiri
    $6.10

About these numbers

When comparing the travel costs between Pattaya 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. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.


When is the best time to visit Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi?

Both destinations experience a tropical climate with warm weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi in the Summer?

Both Koh Phi Phi and Pattaya are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm tropical climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year. The warm tropical climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. In July, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

It's quite sunny in Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya usually receives less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi during summer. Pattaya gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Phi Phi receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.

Pattaya is around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi in the summer. The temperature in Pattaya is usually 29°C (84°F) in July, and Koh Phi Phi stays around 28°C (82°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Pattaya 29°C (84°F) 
    Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi in the Autumn?

Both Koh Phi Phi and Pattaya during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pattaya because of the warm tropical climate that lasts throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Phi Phi because of the warm tropical climate that lasts throughout the year.

December to March is the dry season in Koh Phi Phi. May to November is the rainy season in Koh Phi Phi. Koh Phi Phi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pattaya. Pattaya usually gets less rain in October than Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya gets 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain this time of the year.

It's quite sunny in Pattaya. In the autumn, Pattaya often gets more sunshine than Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Phi Phi receives 181 hours of full sun.

In the autumn, Pattaya is around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pattaya in October are around 28°C (82°F), and Koh Phi Phi is about 27°C (81°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Pattaya 28°C (82°F) 
    Koh Phi Phi 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pattaya and Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and tropical climate. Koh Phi Phi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and tropical climate.

December to March in Koh Phi Phi is the dry season. In January, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Phi Phi this time of the year. In Pattaya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pattaya usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Koh Phi Phi during winter. Pattaya gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Pattaya is generally around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi. Temperatures in Pattaya average around 27°C (80°F), and Koh Phi Phi stays around 28°C (82°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Pattaya 27°C (80°F) 
    Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Pattaya or Koh Phi Phi in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Pattaya as well as Koh Phi Phi. The warm tropical climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year. The warm tropical climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.

May to November in Koh Phi Phi is the rainy season. It's quite rainy in Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya usually gets less rain in April than Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pattaya this time of the year. In the spring, Pattaya often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Koh Phi Phi. Pattaya gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Phi Phi receives 249 hours of full sun.

Pattaya is around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi in the spring. The temperature in Pattaya is usually 30°C (86°F) in April, and Koh Phi Phi stays around 29°C (84°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Pattaya 30°C (86°F) 
    Koh Phi Phi 29°C (84°F)

Typical Weather for Koh Phi Phi and Pattaya

Pattaya Koh Phi Phi
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (80°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 28°C (82°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 28°C (83°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 29°C (85°F) 62 mm (2.5 in) 29°C (84°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Apr 30°C (86°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 29°C (84°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
May 30°C (85°F) 202 mm (7.9 in) 28°C (83°F) 318 mm (12.5 in)
Jun 29°C (85°F) 92 mm (3.6 in) 28°C (82°F) 279 mm (11 in)
Jul 29°C (84°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 28°C (82°F) 287 mm (11.3 in)
Aug 29°C (84°F) 114 mm (4.5 in) 28°C (82°F) 262 mm (10.3 in)
Sep 28°C (83°F) 232 mm (9.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 399 mm (15.7 in)
Oct 28°C (82°F) 258 mm (10.2 in) 27°C (81°F) 304 mm (12 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in) 27°C (81°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)
Dec 27°C (80°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 27°C (81°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)


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