Which place is cheaper, Krabi or Petra?
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 Petra or Krabi?
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 Petra and Krabi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Krabi?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
Krabi
Krabi is both a large town and region in southern Thailand. While the region is covered in beaches, if you're more interested in immersion in Thai culture than the salty ocean, consider a trip to "Krabi Town". Pronounced "Grabee," this small, but bustling city is just up the river from the coast, and is the gateway to the beaches in the surrounding Province of Krabi (where you'll find famous places such as Railay, Ao Nang, Haad Yao, and plenty of others). Krabi Town is full of hotels, agencies, and western restaurants, but if you look hard enough, you'll easily see the energy and life of Thailand. While there are no beaches in the town itself, there is plenty of Thai culture to experience. There's a good chance you'll be passing through on your way to one of the famous beaches, so take advantage of your brief time here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPetra $153Krabi $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Krabi is $72. 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 Petra and Krabi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Krabi $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Krabi $82
Compare Hotels in Petra and Krabi
Looking for a hotel in Petra or Krabi? 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Krabi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Krabi $4.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Private Transfer from Petra to Madaba – Safe & Comfortable Ride: $140
- Private Transfer from Petra to Aqaba Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Private Transfer From Petra to Amman or Airport With Optional: $94
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Ma'in Hotel and vice versa: $73
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations By Minivan: $160
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Krabi are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$9.12
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Short Tuk-Tuk Ride$3.04
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2 Bottles of Gasoline$2.43
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Longboat Taxi from Town$6.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Krabi
Also for Krabi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Krabi Airport (KBV) Private Transfer: $13
- Ferry Transfer to/from Phi Phi Tonsai or Laem Tong: $14
- Ferry Transfer To or From Phi Phi Don Island: $14
- One-Way Ferry Transfer to/from Koh Phi Phi: $16
- Private Transfer Krabi Airport and Ao Nang Area: $16
- Krabi to Khao Sok Transfer by Air-Conditioned Van: $19
- Shared Van Transfer from Krabi to Koh Lanta with Hotel Drop Off: $19
- Private Transfer : Krabi Hotel to Krabi Airport Departure: $19
- Private Departure Transfer : Krabi Hotel to Krabi Airport: $19
- Krabi to Khao Lak Transfer by AC Van: $20
- Krabi to Koh Lanta Transfer by Shared Air Conditioned Van: $20
- Krabi to Koh Phi Phi By Ferry Include Pickup Transfer: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Krabi?
Prices for flights to both Krabi and Petra 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 dayPetra $66Krabi $24
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Typical Food Prices in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$7.60
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Drinks on the Beach$7.30
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$19
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Nice Dinner (for Two)$34
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Mango Shake$1.52
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Pad Thai$3.04
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Fruit from the Market$1.82
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Pancakes$3.04
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Coffee & Cake$2.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Krabi
For Krabi, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang, Krabi: $32
- Krabi 7 Islands Sunset Island Hopping with BBQ Dinner by Big Boat: $36
- Krabi 7 Islands Sunset Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $37
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Buffet Dinner & Night Snorkeling: $40
- Snorkeling and Sunset to Krabi 7 Islands by Longtail Boat + Buffet BBQ Dinner: $40
- Half Day Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang: $40
- Krabi Best of 7 islands Adventure Tour with Beachside BBQ Dinner: $42
- Krabi 7 Island Sunset Tour By Long Tail Boat with BBQ Dinner: $43
- Krabi 7 Island Sunset & BBQ Dinner (Join Tour): $44
- Krabi 7 Islands Snorkeling, Sunset Dinner & Plankton Night: $44
- Authentic Thai Cooking Class in Ao Nang: $45
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Smart Cook: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Krabi $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 2 day tour to Petra from Eilat: $299
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- Amman: Petra by Night Tour with Optional Day Visit: $99
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Guided 3 Hour Tour of Petra's Iconic Landmarks: $44
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $165
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 2-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $210
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
Typical Entertainment Prices in Krabi
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Krabi's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Thai-English Book$10
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Thai Massages (for Two)$24
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Bikini & Sarong$18
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Yoga Class (1 Hour)$13
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Backgammon Set (travel size)$7.60
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Kayak Trip (for Two)$58
Tours and Activities in Krabi
For Krabi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- DIY tour - Finest selection of Krabi Hidden Gems: $8.03
- 4 Island Tour by Longtail Boat Krabi + Lunch + Pick Up + Drop Off: $20
- Klong Root Kayaking and Swimming with ATV Tour From Krabi: $21
- Blue Dragon Cabaret Show Tickets Krabi: $22
- Popular 4 Islands Tour By Classic Longtail Boat From Krabi: $22
- Jurassic World Filming Tour Kayak and ATV Adventure in Krabi: $23
- Krabi 4 Islands Tour and Snorkeling with Shared boat: $25
- Kayaking Tour at Klong Root (Crystal Lake), Krabi: $26
- Blue Dragon Cabaret Ticket Dazzling Night from Krabi: $26
- Shooting Range Experience in Krabi: $27
- Saitai Mountain Tail ATV Adventure From Krabi: $27
- Krabi Jungle Escape Emerald Pool and Hot Springs Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Krabi $4.84
Typical Alcohol Prices in Krabi
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Krabi are as follows:
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Beer$2.74
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Cocktails (for Two)$9.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Krabi
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Krabi:
- Krabi Pub Crawl: $16
- Railay Pub Crawl: $16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Krabi, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Krabi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East and Krabi is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Krabi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Krabi 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra than you might in Krabi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Petra Expensive? and Is Krabi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Krabi?
Krabi has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra and Krabi, 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 Petra or Krabi?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Petra or Krabi in the Summer?
Both Krabi and Petra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Krabi year-round.
August to October is the rainy season in Krabi. Krabi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Petra usually gets less rain in July than Krabi. Petra gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Krabi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Petra. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Krabi. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Krabi receives 206 hours of full sun.
The heat can be very extreme in Petra. In the summer, Petra is a little warmer than Krabi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Petra in July average around 33°C (91°F), and Krabi averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPetra 33°C (91°F)Krabi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Petra or Krabi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Krabi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round. Krabi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
December to March in Krabi is the dry season. Also, August to October is the rainy season in Krabi. Krabi receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Krabi. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Krabi during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Krabi receives 181 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra is generally around the same temperature as Krabi. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 27°C (80°F), and Krabi fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPetra 27°C (80°F)Krabi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Petra or Krabi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Petra as well as Krabi. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Krabi throughout the year.
Also, December to March in Krabi is the dry season. Petra usually gets more rain in January than Krabi. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Krabi. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the winter, Petra often gets less sunshine than Krabi. Petra gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Krabi receives 287 hours of full sun.
Petra is much colder than Krabi in the winter. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 15°C (59°F) in January, and Krabi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPetra 15°C (59°F)Krabi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Petra or Krabi in the Spring?
Both Krabi and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Krabi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Krabi. In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Krabi. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Krabi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Krabi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Krabi during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Krabi receives 249 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Petra is cooler than Krabi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Petra in April average around 25°C (76°F), and Krabi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPetra 25°C (76°F)Krabi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Krabi and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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