Which place is cheaper, Yakushima or Pattaya?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pattaya or Yakushima?
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 Yakushima 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 Yakushima?
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.
Yakushima
Yakushima, Japan is a UNESCO World Heritage island located north of Okinawa and off the south east of of Kyushu. The island is well-known to Japanese tourists but not so much to international ones, making it a bit of a hidden gem to international tourists. This also means that English isn't spoken as much as in larger cities, so make sure to brush up on your Japanese and bring a dictionary.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Japan, and The Best Luxury Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPattaya $66Yakushima $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Pattaya is $66, while the average daily cost in Yakushima is $116. 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 Yakushima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPattaya $24Yakushima $59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPattaya $48Yakushima $118
Compare Hotels in Pattaya and Yakushima
Looking for a hotel in Pattaya or Yakushima? 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 Yakushima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pattaya $12Yakushima $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Return hotel transfers to Gems Gallery Pattaya (Jewelry) : $2.13
- Bus transfer between Pattaya and Bangkok: $3.69
- Big Bee farm Pattaya ( Entry & Return Transfers): $11
- Art in Paradise Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $16
- Pattaya City: Tappia Floating Cafe Pattaya Transfer & Drink: $16
- Mini Siam Miniature World in Pattaya with Transfer: $19
- Pattaya Art in Paradise Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $19
- Mini Siam Miniature World in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $19
- Teddy Bear Museum in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $19
- Colosseum Cabaret Show Pattaya, Tickets & Transfers: $19
- Teddy Bear Museum in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $22
- Private U-Tapao Rayong-Pattaya Airport Transfer to Pattaya City: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Pattaya or Yakushima?
Prices for flights to both Yakushima 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 $22Yakushima $28
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: $97
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pattaya $21Yakushima $20
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Floating Market Entry Ticket: $3.18
- Pattaya sheep Farm Entrance Tickets: $3.60
- Skip the Line Ticket of Flower Land Pattaya at Sun Leisure World : $4.85
- FlowerLand Pattaya Admission Ticket (Optional Activities): $4.99
- Fairy Sweet Village Pattaya Entry ticket: $5.41
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Admission Ticket: $6.00
- Mini Siam Entry Ticket: $6.62
- LAZGAM Laser Game at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $7.10
- LAZGAM Laser Game in Pattaya Admission Ticket: $7.10
- Entry Ticket for Art in Paradise 3D Art Museum in Pattaya: $7.21
- Pattaya : Coral Island Tour by Speedboat with Indian Lunch & Pick Up from Hotel: $7.62
- Half-day Coral Island Join Tour with Lunch from Pattaya: $7.76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPattaya $8.18Yakushima $6.38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pattaya and Yakushima, we can see that Yakushima is more expensive. And not only is Pattaya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pattaya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pattaya 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 Yakushima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Yakushima than you might in Pattaya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pattaya Expensive? and Is Yakushima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya or Yakushima?
Yakushima has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Pattaya experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pattaya or Yakushima in the Summer?
Both Yakushima and Pattaya during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pattaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Pattaya is around the same temperature as Yakushima in the summer. The daily temperature in Pattaya averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Yakushima fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Yakushima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Pattaya usually gets less rain in July than Yakushima. Pattaya gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 189 mm (7.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPattaya 29°C (84°F)Yakushima 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Yakushima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pattaya and Yakushima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pattaya year-round.
In the autumn, Pattaya is a little warmer than Yakushima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pattaya in October average around 28°C (82°F), and Yakushima averages at about 22°C (71°F).
Yakushima receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pattaya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Pattaya usually receives more rain than Yakushima. Pattaya gets 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 161 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn. December to April in Pattaya is the dry season. Also, June to October is the rainy season in Pattaya.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPattaya 28°C (82°F)Yakushima 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Yakushima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pattaya as well as Yakushima. Pattaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Pattaya is generally much warmer than Yakushima. Daily temperatures in Pattaya average around 27°C (80°F), and Yakushima fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
It's quite rainy in Yakushima. Pattaya usually gets less rain in January than Yakushima. Pattaya gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPattaya 27°C (80°F)Yakushima 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Yakushima in the Spring?
Both Yakushima and Pattaya are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year.
Pattaya is much warmer than Yakushima in the spring. The daily temperature in Pattaya averages around 30°C (86°F) in April, and Yakushima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Yakushima. In April, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Yakushima. Pattaya gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Yakushima receives 207 mm (8.1 in) of rain each month for the spring. The dry season in Pattaya is December to April. The rainy season in Pattaya is June to October.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPattaya 30°C (86°F)Yakushima 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Yakushima and Pattaya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 30°C (86°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 207 mm (8.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (85°F) | 202 mm (7.9 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 288 mm (11.3 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 352 mm (13.9 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 253 mm (10 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 161 mm (6.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 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.