Which place is cheaper, Lombok or Pattaya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pattaya or Lombok?
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 Lombok 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 Lombok?
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.
Lombok
Lombok is an island east of the well-tread Bali and west of lesser-developed Sumbawa. While Lombok is not as popular as its neighbor to the west, it is a great place to visit for that very reason. Less popularity means lower prices for accommodations, food, activities, and less-inundated tourist spots. Nonetheless, Lombok is rapidly developing in tourism, and the government is naming it and Sumbawa the number two tourism spots, following Bali.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket, The Best Wildlife Tours to Indonesia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Indonesia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPattaya $66Lombok $52
The average daily cost (per person) in Pattaya is $66, while the average daily cost in Lombok is $52. 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 Pattaya and Lombok in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPattaya $24Lombok $29
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPattaya $48Lombok $58
Compare Hotels in Pattaya and Lombok
Looking for a hotel in Pattaya or Lombok? 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: Pattaya Hotel Prices and Lombok Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pattaya $12Lombok $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Surat Thani Hotel Transfer: to/from Bangkok Hotel Transfer: $421
- Skydive from 13,000 Feet with Hotel Transfers: $229
- Private Transfer from Pattaya to Ayutthaya: $174
- One-Way Private Transfer to Hua Hin: $168
- Pattaya Hotel Transfer: to/from Hua Hin Hotel Transfer: $160
- Bangkok Private Transfer from Pattaya city to Bangkok (BKK) Airport: $141
- Private Transfer from Pattaya to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $141
- Pattaya Hotel Transfer: to/from Hua Hin Hotel Transfer: $141
- Pattaya Hotel Transfer: to/from Hua Hin Hotel Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer from Rayong to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $119
- Private Transfer from Rayong to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $112
- Private Transfer from Laem Chabang to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lombok
Also for Lombok, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Wisata Alam Semongkat to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $210
- Private Transfer from Lopok to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $151
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lopok: $151
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Pekat: $92
- Private Transfer from Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ) to Lempeh: $92
- Private Transfer from Lombok Airport (LOP) to Dusun Setangi : $92
- Private Transfer from Brang Bara to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $92
- Private Transfer from Lempeh to Sumbawa Besar Airport (SWQ): $92
- Lombok Airport Private Transfer by Car: $75
- Airport Transfer: Airport To Senggigi/senggigi To Airport: $70
- Lombok Airport to Gili Islands - Private Shuttle & Transfer: $59
- Eka Jaya Boat Transfer from Lombok to Padang Bai: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Pattaya or Lombok?
Prices for flights to both Lombok 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
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Food Meals for one dayPattaya $22Lombok $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pattaya
For Pattaya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- All Star Dinner Cruise, Cabaret Show & Beer Buffet: $32
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $47
- Thai Cooking Class in Pattaya: $67
- Islands Hopping Tour by Catamaran with Dinner Buffet in Chon Buri: $98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lombok
For Lombok, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Anggrek Putih Cooking Class & Garden Tour: $38
- Love and Legends: The Ultimate Romantic Dinner on the beach : $47
- Traditional Cooking Class Experience With Recipes From The Past Generations: $67
- Amazing Lombok BBQ Beach Sunset Dinner: $86
- Lombok Cooking Class at Tugu Hotel Lombok: $100
- Royal Dinner Experience in Lombok at Royal Tugudom: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pattaya $21Lombok $10
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Amazing Pattaya Experience Tour to All Famous Points in One Day: $53
- 1 Hour ATV Off Road Adventure In Pattaya: $62
- 2 Islands Full Day Tour Catamaran with Lunch in Pattaya: $103
- 3 Days Thailand Motorcycle Coastal Tour: $1,059
- 5 Days – Motorcycle tour to River Kwai and Khao Yai: $1,764
- A Superstar Model Experience in Pattaya with Photo Expert: $113
- ATV & Buggy Adventures Pattaya - Novice Rider 27km Basic Track: $100
- Admission Ticket to Ramayana Water Park in Pattaya: $33
- Adventure Coral Island Koh Larn Pattaya with Indian Lunch: $7.98
- All Star Cabaret Cruise Pattaya with Indian Buffet Lunch: $42
- Amazing Discovery Pattaya Tours with Floating Market & Lunch : $76
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Admission Ticket: $6.00
Tours and Activities in Lombok
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Lombok.
- 2 Days Private Tetebatu and Rinjani Nature Tour in Lombok: $168
- 2D/1N (Hostel) Backpacker Lombok Tour Package: $205
- 3 Days Mount Rinjani Complete Tour @All In One Price: $220
- 3D 2N Mount Rinjani Trekking Tour To Summit And Lake: $185
- Beach Tour in Lombok Indonesia: $51
- Benang Kelambu & Stokel (Waterfall Tour) : $67
- Benang Kelambu Waterfall And Culture Full Day Tour : $75
- Benang Stokel and Kelambu Waterfall Tour - Lombok Private Tour: $42
- Best Lombok Rice Terrace Walking Tour With Waterfall & Monkey: $60
- Camping Tour in Sasak Mountain Lombok Island: $87
- Complete your Lombok Holiday with Lombok Instagram Tour: $50
- Daily Sasak Tour Lombok: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPattaya $8.18Lombok $8.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pattaya and Lombok, we can see that Pattaya is more expensive. And not only is Lombok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lombok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lombok 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 Pattaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pattaya than you might in Lombok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pattaya Expensive? and Is Lombok Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya or Lombok?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice 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 Lombok in the Summer?
Both Lombok and Pattaya are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lombok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Pattaya usually receives more rain than Lombok. Pattaya gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Pattaya is a little warmer than Lombok in the summer. The daily temperature in Pattaya averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Lombok fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPattaya 29°C (84°F)Lombok 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Lombok in the Autumn?
Both Lombok and Pattaya during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pattaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lombok year-round.
December to April is the dry season in Pattaya. June to October is the rainy season in Pattaya. Lombok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Pattaya. Pattaya usually gets more rain in October than Lombok. Pattaya gets 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Pattaya is around the same temperature as Lombok. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pattaya in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Lombok averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPattaya 28°C (82°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Lombok in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Pattaya and Lombok. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pattaya year-round. Lombok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Lombok. Pattaya gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Pattaya, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pattaya usually receives more sunshine than Lombok during winter. Pattaya gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Lombok receives 188 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Pattaya is generally around the same temperature as Lombok. Daily temperatures in Pattaya average around 27°C (80°F), and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPattaya 27°C (80°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Lombok in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Pattaya as well as Lombok. Pattaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lombok throughout the year.
Also, December to April in Pattaya is the dry season. June to October in Pattaya is the rainy season. Pattaya usually gets less rain in April than Lombok. Pattaya gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Lombok receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Pattaya is around the same temperature as Lombok in the spring. The daily temperature in Pattaya averages around 30°C (86°F) in April, and Lombok fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPattaya 30°C (86°F)Lombok 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Lombok and Pattaya
| Pattaya | Lombok | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Apr | 30°C (86°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| May | 30°C (85°F) | 202 mm (7.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
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