Which place is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi or Pyeongchang?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi?
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Thailand, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPyeongchang $114Koh Phi Phi $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Pyeongchang is $114, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi 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 Pyeongchang and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPyeongchang $62Koh Phi Phi $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPyeongchang $124Koh Phi Phi $80
Compare Hotels in Pyeongchang and Koh Phi Phi
Looking for a hotel in Pyeongchang 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.
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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: Pyeongchang Hotel Prices and Koh Phi Phi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pyeongchang $25Koh Phi Phi $6.89
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:
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Ferry to Maya Beach (for 2)$15
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Longboat Taxi$2.73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Phi Phi
Also for Koh Phi Phi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Superfast Transfer from Koh Phi Phi to Krabi by Arisa Speed Boat: $28
- Speedboat Transfer Phi Phi Tonsai to Phuket with Dropoff Service: $25
- One-Way Departure Transfer from Phi Phi Island (Speedboat) to Phuket Airport : $52
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket VIP Speed Boat Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi?
Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi and Pyeongchang 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 dayPyeongchang $27Koh Phi Phi $11
Typical Food Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:
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Crepe$1.64
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Sit Down Lunch$9.27
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Casual Lunch$5.73
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Coconut Donut$0.27
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Lunch at Mexican Restaurant (for 2)$11
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Sit Down Dinner$14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pyeongchang $51Koh Phi Phi $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental$8.18
Tours and Activities in Koh Phi Phi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Phi Phi.
- 6 Hours Private Tour Around Phi Phi Islands From Phi Phi: $160
- Early Bird Phi Phi Islands Tour From Phi Phi by Speedboat: $57
- Early Bird Phi Phi and 4 Islands Tour by Speedboat from Krabi: $97
- Ferry from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket with Dropoff Service by Royal Jet Cruiser: $13
- Half Day & Sunset Phi Phi Island Tour From Phi Phi by Speedboat: $57
- Half Day Tour Around Phi Phi Islands By Private Longtail Boat From Phi Phi: $107
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket by Phi Phi Cruiser: $17
- Maya Bay Sunset and Plankton Swimming Tour: $69
- PHI PHI ISLAND - Sunrise Trip From Phi Phi Don By Phi Phi Local Tour: $53
- Phi Phi 7 Islands Full-Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $27
- Phi Phi Island Half Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $18
- Phi Phi Island To Phuket By Phi Phi Cruiser: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPyeongchang $8.79Koh Phi Phi $5.66
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:
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Mojito Bucket$14
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Banana Daiquiri$5.46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pyeongchang and Koh Phi Phi, we can see that Pyeongchang is more expensive. And not only is Koh Phi Phi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Koh Phi Phi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Phi Phi 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang than you might in Koh Phi Phi.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pyeongchang Expensive? and Is Koh Phi Phi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi?
Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Phi Phi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pyeongchang and Koh Phi Phi. Koh Phi Phi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Pyeongchang is cooler than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pyeongchang in July average around 24°C (76°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Koh Phi Phi this time of the year. Pyeongchang usually receives less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi during summer. Pyeongchang gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Phi Phi receives 206 hours of full sun in the summer.
Koh Phi Phi receives a lot of rain in the summer. Pyeongchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Pyeongchang usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang gets 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPyeongchang 24°C (76°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pyeongchang as well as Koh Phi Phi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.
In October, Pyeongchang is generally much colder than Koh Phi Phi. Daily temperatures in Pyeongchang average around 15°C (60°F), and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Pyeongchang often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang gets 185 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Phi Phi receives 181 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pyeongchang usually gets less rain in October than Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to March in Koh Phi Phi is the dry season. May to November in Koh Phi Phi is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPyeongchang 15°C (60°F)Koh Phi Phi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi in the Winter?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Pyeongchang are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Phi Phi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Pyeongchang can be very cold. Pyeongchang is much colder than Koh Phi Phi in the winter. The daily temperature in Pyeongchang averages around 0°C (33°F) in January, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang usually receives less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi during winter. Pyeongchang gets 190 hours of sunny skies, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Pyeongchang usually receives more rain than Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Koh Phi Phi is December to March.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPyeongchang 0°C (33°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Pyeongchang or Koh Phi Phi in the Spring?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Pyeongchang during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Phi Phi year-round.
In the spring, Pyeongchang is much colder than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pyeongchang in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 29°C (84°F).
In Koh Phi Phi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pyeongchang. In the spring, Pyeongchang often gets less sunshine than Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Koh Phi Phi receives 249 hours of full sun.
Koh Phi Phi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Pyeongchang usually gets less rain in April than Koh Phi Phi. Pyeongchang gets 77 mm (3 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year. May to November is the rainy season in Koh Phi Phi.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPyeongchang 12°C (54°F)Koh Phi Phi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Phi Phi and Pyeongchang
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 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.