Which place is cheaper, Prague or Sihanoukville?
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 Sihanoukville or Prague?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Sihanoukville or Prague? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Sihanoukville or Prague?
Sihanoukville
Sihanoukville, also known by locals as Kompong Som, was named after King Sihanouk. Also Cambodia's youngest city, construction started in 1955 to build Cambodia's first and only deep water port so that ships would no longer have to go through the Mekong Delta in order to trade with Cambodia. Today, many visit Sihanoukville as a hub to visit Cambodia's islands.
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in Cambodia, The Best Adventure Tours to Cambodia, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.
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Sihanoukville Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySihanoukville $65Prague $144
The average daily cost (per person) in Sihanoukville is $65, while the average daily cost in Prague is $144. 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 Sihanoukville and Prague in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSihanoukville $23Prague $76
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSihanoukville $46Prague $152
Compare Hotels in Sihanoukville and Prague
Looking for a hotel in Sihanoukville or Prague? 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: Sihanoukville Hotel Prices and Prague Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sihanoukville $14Prague $9.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sihanoukville
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sihanoukville:
- Transfer: Between Airport and Shihanouk ville: $20
- Sihanoukville International Airport Transfers: $23
- Sihanoukville Airport Transfers: $25
- Private Transfer From Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh: $35
- Convenient Taxi Transfers from Sihanoukville to Kampot: $36
- Private Taxi Transfer From Kampot - Phnom Penh City: $46
- Sihanoukville To Phnom Penh Private Transfer Mini-Van-Car: $65
- Private Shuttle Transfer From Sihanoukville - Phnom Penh: $70
- Private Transfer : Phnom Penh ↔ Sihanouk Ville: $105
- Private Taxi Transfer Sihanoukville - Battambang Car - Mini-Van: $107
- Private Transfer to/from Battambang - Sihanoukville: $115
- Private Transfer in Sihanoukville to Phnom Penh by VIP Alphard: $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Admission Ticket to the ZOO with the Cruise Boat Transfer: $53
- Airport Prague Private Transfer for up to 4 people: $93
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $57
- Airport Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Luxury Van: $68
- Airport Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Car: $74
- Arrival Transfer: Prague Airport PRG to Prague by Business Car: $57
- Comfortable Private Prague Airport Transfer: $47
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Business Car: $57
- Departure Transfer: Prague to Prague Airport PRG by Luxury Van: $64
- Easy Departure from Prague with a Trusted Private Transfer: $100
- From Prague to Berlin, Private Transfer with Sightseeing Stops with Local Driver: $240
- From Prague to Munich Airport - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $249
Is it cheaper to fly into Sihanoukville or Prague?
Prices for flights to both Prague and Sihanoukville 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 daySihanoukville $32Prague $50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sihanoukville
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sihanoukville.
- Cooking class in Kampot: $20
- Sihanoukville - Khmer Traditional Cooking Class: $110
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.74
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Lunch for One$14
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Bananas$0.67
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Cookies$0.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Folklore Dinner with Unlimited Drinks 4course Menu: $66
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $67
- Prague Boats 3-hour Dinner Cruise: $70
- Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $74
- Folklore evening party with dinner, unlimited drinks and music: $77
- Alternative bar tour with dinner in the art district: $86
- Folklore Evening with Music and Dinner: $87
- Prague Boats 3-hours Crystal Dinner Cruise: $94
- The Castle Side Food Tour: Hidden Flavors & Scenic Views: $96
- Savor 10 Course Dinner in Chef’s Kitchen: $103
- Prague Food Tour with 10 Tastings of Authentic Czech Classics: $107
- Homemade Czech Dinner in a Cozy Prague Home: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sihanoukville $5.39Prague $18
Tours and Activities in Sihanoukville
Here are a few actual costs in Sihanoukville for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Kampot Pepper Tour, Salt Field, Cave Temple, Secret Lake: $20
- Full day Tour, Countryside, Pepper farm & Kep, crab market...: $22
- Kampot Countryside Tour - Pepper Farm, Salt Lake, Caves, and more: $25
- La Plantation tour (discovering Kampot Pepper) + Lunch: $27
- Kampot Day Tour "Bokor National Park": $29
- Bokor Mountain Adventure - History, Sights and Waterfalls: $29
- Full Day Bokor National Park Tour with Lunch & Water Included: $43
- Discovery Tour: Caving, Climbing, Via Ferrata and Abseiling in Kampot: $53
- Private Bokor Mountain Discovery Tour: $55
- Exploring the Best of Kampot and Kep in a Full-Day Tour: $55
- Private Kampot Countryside Tour & Pepper farm, Kep/Crab Market: $55
- Exploring Shore Excursions from Cruise Ports: $59
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets$4.74
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.64
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Image Theatre for Two$46
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Grand City Tour on E-Trike in Prague: $3.46
- Electric Trike Night Tour in Prague - Live Guided: $3.46
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Prague: $3.46
- Walk Tour Prague Castle by Czechoslovak 3€ + Tip, kids free: $3.48
- Prague on a Day Express Tour with the Best of the City: $3.48
- Prague’s TOP Sights - Old Town, Jewish Quarter, Charles Bridge (Tip-based tour): $3.48
- Walking Tour New Town of Prague, WWII & Communism (Tip-based): $3.48
- Tour of Prague Astronomical Clock and Jewish Quarter: $3.48
- Ebike tour in Prague - Express Tour: $3.95
- Medieval Prague - E-Bike / E-Scooter City Tour: $4.64
- Historic Highlights Walking Tour from Prague: $4.64
- Prague's Immemorial Water Tunnel: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySihanoukville $4.43Prague $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine$7.54
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Prague Pub Crawl with Unlimited Drinks & 5 Story Club Entry: $39
- 2 Hours Wine Tasting in a Historical Cellar in Krizikova: $46
- Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl with Open Bar & Club Entry: $48
- 2.5-Hour Prague Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $51
- Drunken Monkey Prague Boat Party Pub Crawl: Open Bar & Club Entry: $54
- Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Prague: $57
- ️ Segway Fun Tour of Prague to Castle and Strahov Monastery viewpoint & Brewery: $60
- Prague Historic Pub Tour with Drinks Included: $63
- Prague Microbrewery Tour and Beer Tasting: $73
- COUNTRY BIKE TOUR TO UNETICE BREWERY. Bike / e-Bike tour: $75
- Czech Local Wine Tasting in Grape & Sour: $81
- Prague Private Brewery Tour: $104
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sihanoukville and Prague, we can see that Prague is more expensive. And not only is Sihanoukville much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sihanoukville is in Asia and Prague is in Europe, 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 Sihanoukville would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sihanoukville 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 Prague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Prague than you might in Sihanoukville.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sihanoukville Expensive? and Is Prague Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sihanoukville or Prague?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Sihanoukville. When comparing the sizes of Sihanoukville and Prague, 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.
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.