Which place is cheaper, Cebu or Sukhothai?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sukhothai or Cebu?
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 Sukhothai and Cebu can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sukhothai or Cebu?
Sukhothai
If you are the kind of wandering traveler looking to find calm and inner peace, you will want to add Sukhothai to your list. Also known as "the dawn of happiness," this area is best known for the ruins of the ancient city of Sukhothai – the capital of Thailand during the 13th century. As the first capital of Siam, the area's temples and monuments are restored and ready for visitors from around the world.
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Thailand, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Thailand, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySukhothai $59Cebu $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Sukhothai is $59, while the average daily cost in Cebu is $65. 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 Sukhothai and Cebu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSukhothai $23Cebu $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSukhothai $46Cebu $50
Compare Hotels in Sukhothai and Cebu
Looking for a hotel in Sukhothai or Cebu? 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: Sukhothai Hotel Prices and Cebu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sukhothai $17Cebu $26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sukhothai
Also for Sukhothai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sukhothai airport: Transfer to Sukhothai Historical Park: $78
- Sukhothai : private car transfer to/from Chiang Mai: $138
- Sukhothai Hotel Transfer: to/from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer: $159
- One -Way Private Transfer to Chiang Mai: $187
- Private Transfer to Bangkok City: $268
- Private Transfer to Bangkok City: $322
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- Transfer Cebu City - Bantayan Island: $70
- Seamless Transfer from MactanCebu Airport to Your City Hotel: $23
- Private Canyoneering in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer opt: $53
- Oslob Private Van Transfer between Cebu, Mactan or Mandaue City: $175
- Oslob Car Hire and Transfers: $150
- Malapascua: Advance Divers Shark Dive & Optional Transfer: $108
- Mactan Cebu Airport Transfer to City Hotels: $35
- Mactan Airport - Cebu City Sepoart (Transfer): $20
- Kawasan Falls Canyoneering w/ Lunch & Transfers from Cebu City: $122
- Hotel Private Transfer Airport to Cebu, Mandaue, LapuLapu: $25
- Danasan Eco Adventure Park Including Round-Trip Hotel Transfer: $161
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Sukhothai or Cebu?
Prices for flights to both Cebu and Sukhothai 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 daySukhothai $19Cebu $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $67
- Cebu City Historical Street and Food Tour: $69
- Panoramic View of Cebu and Dinner with Night View: $89
- Traditional Filipino Bamboo Cooking Class: $108
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sukhothai $33Cebu $17
Tours and Activities in Sukhothai
For Sukhothai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2.5-Hours Guided Countryside Sunset Bike Tour: $18
- Half-Day Countryside Bike Tour: $26
- Cycling Sukhothai Full Day Countryside Tour: $32
- Historical Park & Countryside Cycling Tour: $42
- Full-Day Historical Park Cycling Tour with Lunch: $42
Tours and Activities in Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Cebu Steet food, historical and mountain tour: $110
- 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
- A snorkelling tour to Cebu’s Hilutungan: $130
- Badian Cebu Canyoneering Experience: $84
- Balamban Uphill Adventure Tour in Cebu: $80
- Beach Adventure: $85
- Bohol Countryside Day Tour From Cebu City | Lunch at Loboc River Cruise: $145
- Bohol Countryside Day Tour from Cebu City or Mactan - Best Seller: $155
- Bohol Countryside Joiners Tour From Cebu City: $144
- Bohol Countryside Private Tour From Cebu City: $213
- Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch: $55
- Cebu City All Day Tour; An Unforgettable Experience of Cebu.: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySukhothai $12Cebu $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $99
When comparing the travel costs between Sukhothai and Cebu, we can see that Cebu is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Asia, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sukhothai Expensive? and Is Cebu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sukhothai or Cebu?
Cebu has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Sukhothai and Cebu, 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 Sukhothai or Cebu?
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 Sukhothai or Cebu in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sukhothai as well as Cebu. Sukhothai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Cebu. Sukhothai receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sukhothai usually gets more rain in July than Cebu. Sukhothai gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Cebu in the summer. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySukhothai 29°C (84°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Cebu in the Autumn?
Both Cebu and Sukhothai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Sukhothai throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Sukhothai is October to April. The rainy season in Sukhothai is May to October. It rains a lot this time of the year in Cebu. It's quite rainy in Sukhothai. In October, Sukhothai usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cebu. Sukhothai gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Cebu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sukhothai in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Cebu averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSukhothai 28°C (83°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Cebu in the Winter?
Both Cebu and Sukhothai during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Sukhothai because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cebu year-round.
Sukhothai usually gets less rain in January than Cebu. Sukhothai gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Sukhothai is generally around the same temperature as Cebu. Daily temperatures in Sukhothai average around 25°C (77°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySukhothai 25°C (77°F)Cebu 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Sukhothai or Cebu in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sukhothai and Cebu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Sukhothai year-round. Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
October to April in Sukhothai is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Sukhothai. In April, Sukhothai usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cebu. Sukhothai gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's very hot in Sukhothai this time of the year. Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Cebu in the spring. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 32°C (89°F) in April, and Cebu fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSukhothai 32°C (89°F)Cebu 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Cebu and Sukhothai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 30°C (86°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 32°C (89°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 31°C (87°F) | 189 mm (7.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 241 mm (9.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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