A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Sukhothai vs. Karachi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sukhothai or Karachi?

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 Karachi can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Sukhothai or Karachi?

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.

Karachi

Karachi is the capital of the Pakistani province of Sindh. It is the most populous city in Pakistan, and sixth most populous city proper in the world. Karachi, located on the coast of the Arabian Sea, is the financial and commercial center of the nation, as well as its largest port. The pace of life here is more hurried, and social attitudes are far more liberal than elsewhere in Pakistan. Locals call it the City of Lights, the City of The Quaid, and the City that Never Sleeps. The city credits its growth to the mixed populations of economic and political migrants along with refugees from different national, provincial, linguistic and religious origins, who generally come to the city to settle permanently.

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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Pakistan, and The Best Historical Tours in Pakistan.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sukhothai and Karachi, we can see that Sukhothai is more expensive. And not only is Karachi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Karachi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Karachi 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 Sukhothai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sukhothai than you might in Karachi.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sukhothai Expensive? and Is Karachi Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Sukhothai or Karachi?

Karachi has a larger population, and is about 310 times larger than the population of Sukhothai. When comparing the sizes of Sukhothai and Karachi, 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 Karachi?

Karachi has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Sukhothai experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Sukhothai or Karachi in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Sukhothai as well as Karachi. Sukhothai attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Karachi in the summer. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Karachi fluctuates around 30°C (86°F).

In the summer, Sukhothai often gets more sunshine than Karachi. Sukhothai gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Karachi receives 155 hours of full sun.

Sukhothai receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sukhothai usually gets more rain in July than Karachi. Sukhothai gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sukhothai or Karachi in the Autumn?

Both Karachi and Sukhothai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Sukhothai throughout the year.

In the autumn, Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Karachi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Sukhothai in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Karachi averages at about 29°C (84°F).

It's quite sunny in Karachi. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sukhothai. Sukhothai usually receives less sunshine than Karachi during autumn. Sukhothai gets 229 hours of sunny skies, while Karachi receives 284 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Sukhothai. In October, Sukhothai usually receives more rain than Karachi. Sukhothai gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Sukhothai is October to April. The rainy season in Sukhothai is May to October.

Should I visit Sukhothai or Karachi in the Winter?

Both Karachi 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.

In January, Sukhothai is generally a little warmer than Karachi. Daily temperatures in Sukhothai average around 25°C (77°F), and Karachi fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).

In Karachi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Sukhothai. In the winter, Sukhothai often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Karachi. Sukhothai gets 266 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Karachi receives 271 hours of full sun.

Sukhothai usually gets less rain in January than Karachi. Sukhothai gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Sukhothai or Karachi in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sukhothai and Karachi. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Sukhothai year-round.

It's very hot in Sukhothai this time of the year. Sukhothai is around the same temperature as Karachi in the spring. The daily temperature in Sukhothai averages around 32°C (89°F) in April, and Karachi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Karachi this time of the year. In Sukhothai, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sukhothai usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Karachi during spring. Sukhothai gets 279 hours of sunny skies, while Karachi receives 277 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Sukhothai usually receives more rain than Karachi. Sukhothai gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Karachi receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring. October to April in Sukhothai is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Sukhothai.

Typical Weather for Karachi and Sukhothai