Which place is cheaper, Ayutthaya or Surat Thani?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Surat Thani or Ayutthaya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Surat Thani and Ayutthaya can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Surat Thani or Ayutthaya?
Surat Thani
The best way to see the real culture of a country is to go where the tourists are not. If you are itching to experience real Thai culture, you may want to visit the city of Surat Thani. Located on the central gulf coast of southern Thailand, this city is usually the gateway to other Thai islands – meaning visitors run through it without stopping. Stay a while and get to know Surat Thani – known to the locals as the "City of Good People."
Ayutthaya
Once the largest city in the world, Ayutthaya, is the example of an ancient capital within a modern city. Located in the central plains of Thailand, this spot is ideally located between China, India and the Malay Archipelago creating the perfect place for trade in Asia. Eighteenth century maps from Holland and France show golden palaces, large ceremony spots and trading vessels from all over the world. Suddenly, in 1767, Ayutthaya experienced a tragic fall from grace with a Burmese invasion burning much of the city to the ground.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in Thailand, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Thailand, The Best Tours Under $1000 in Thailand, and The Best Budget Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySurat Thani $53Ayutthaya $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Surat Thani is $53, while the average daily cost in Ayutthaya is $62. 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 Surat Thani and Ayutthaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSurat Thani $25Ayutthaya $21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSurat Thani $50Ayutthaya $42
Compare Hotels in Surat Thani and Ayutthaya
Looking for a hotel in Surat Thani or Ayutthaya? 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: Ayutthaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Surat Thani $24Ayutthaya $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Surat Thani
Also for Surat Thani, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Koh Samui: One-Way Ferry Transfer to Surat Thani: $7.16
- Private Airport Transfer in Koh Samui Sedan 1-3 PAX: $12
- Private Arrival Transfer : Koh Samui Airport to Koh Samui Hotel (SHA Plus): $14
- Private Transfer from Samui (USM) Airport to Bo Phut: $36
- Private Transfer from Samui (USM) Airport to Chaweng: $36
- Private Transfer from Samui (USM) Airport to Choeng Mon Beach: $36
- Transfer to Don Sak Pier: $59
- Donsak pier to aonang , krabi town , klongmuang any hotel Private transfer: $114
- Private Transfer Surat Thani Airport (URT) to / from Surat Thani: $196
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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River Ferry Crossing$0.55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ayutthaya
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ayutthaya:
- Transfer from Bangkok: $97
Is it cheaper to fly into Surat Thani or Ayutthaya?
Prices for flights to both Ayutthaya and Surat Thani 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 daySurat Thani $14Ayutthaya $20
Typical Food Prices in Surat Thani
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Surat Thani:
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Dinner$4.09
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Surat Thani
For Surat Thani, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Khao Sok: Elephant Day Care, Cooking Class, & Bamboo Raft: $71
Typical Food Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of dining costs in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Lunch for 2$3.82
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Ice Cream$0.82
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Breakfast for 2$3.82
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Breakfast for 2$9.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ayutthaya
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ayutthaya.
- Bangkok: VELA Dinner Cruise Ticket: $19
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Surat Thani $4.97Ayutthaya $27
Tours and Activities in Surat Thani
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Surat Thani.
- Pick up and drop off tourists around Koh Samui: $14
- The one and only Zipline Experience of Lamai Viewpoint: $38
- Koh Samui Day and Night Fishing Experience: $48
- Koh Samui: 4x4 Sightseeing Safari & Elephant Sanctuary Tour: $58
- Koh Samui: Unique Iocal Tour & Elephant Sanctuary with lunch: $65
- Blue Stars Kayaking Adventure in Angthong Marine Park: $69
- X Quad Novice Waterfall ATV Tour (1 Driver): $76
- Koh Samui: Elephant Kingdom Sanctuary Half-Day Tour: $81
- Samui Dolphins Tour by Catamaran Yacht: $87
- Khao Sok: Cheow Lan Lake Sunset Cruise w/ Drinks: $91
- From Khao Lak/Khao Sok: Cheow Lan Lake and Emerald Pool Tour: $105
- Samui X Quad ATV Tour (1 Driver) with lunch: $122
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ayutthaya
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Ayutthaya are as follows:
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Temple Entrances (2)$5.46
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Wat Entrance$1.36
Tours and Activities in Ayutthaya
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ayutthaya are as follows:
- AYUTTHAYA : Private Car Rental & Customize Tour with Driver: $49
- Ayutthaya 1-day Private Tour : UNESCO World Heritage Site: $141
- Ayutthaya City and Historical Park Bike Tour: $35
- Ayutthaya’s Heritage Revealed A Day Tour from Bangkok: $632
- Ancient City Temple Tour: $162
- Colors of UNESCO Heritage 6 hour Bicycle Tour: $54
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Day Tour Small Group: $57
- From Bangkok: Ayutthaya Full Day Private Guided Tour: $350
- From Bangkok: Tour Ayutthaya + Lunch + Spanish guide: $146
- The Incredible Ayutthaya Ancient Temple Tour: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySurat Thani $4.96Ayutthaya $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Surat Thani and Ayutthaya, we can see that Ayutthaya is more expensive. And not only is Surat Thani much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Surat Thani would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Surat Thani 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 Ayutthaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ayutthaya than you might in Surat Thani.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Surat Thani Expensive? and Is Ayutthaya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Surat Thani or Ayutthaya?
Ayutthaya has a larger population, and is about 81960 times larger than the population of Surat Thani. When comparing the sizes of Surat Thani and Ayutthaya, 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 Surat Thani or Ayutthaya?
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 Surat Thani or Ayutthaya in the Summer?
Both Ayutthaya and Surat Thani during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Surat Thani because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ayutthaya year-round.
Ayutthaya gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Surat Thani. Surat Thani usually gets more rain in July than Ayutthaya. Surat Thani gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Surat Thani is around the same temperature as Ayutthaya in the summer. The daily temperature in Surat Thani averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Ayutthaya fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySurat Thani 28°C (82°F)Ayutthaya 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Surat Thani or Ayutthaya in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Surat Thani and Ayutthaya. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Surat Thani year-round. Ayutthaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
October to April in Ayutthaya is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Ayutthaya. Ayutthaya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Surat Thani gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Surat Thani usually receives more rain than Ayutthaya. Surat Thani gets 240 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 180 mm (7.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Surat Thani is around the same temperature as Ayutthaya. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Surat Thani in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Ayutthaya averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSurat Thani 27°C (81°F)Ayutthaya 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Surat Thani or Ayutthaya in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Surat Thani as well as Ayutthaya. Surat Thani attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ayutthaya throughout the year.
Surat Thani usually gets more rain in January than Ayutthaya. Surat Thani gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Surat Thani is generally around the same temperature as Ayutthaya. Daily temperatures in Surat Thani average around 25°C (77°F), and Ayutthaya fluctuates around 25°C (78°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySurat Thani 25°C (77°F)Ayutthaya 25°C (78°F)
Should I visit Surat Thani or Ayutthaya in the Spring?
Both Ayutthaya and Surat Thani are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Surat Thani throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Ayutthaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The dry season in Ayutthaya is October to April. The rainy season in Ayutthaya is May to October. In April, Surat Thani usually receives less rain than Ayutthaya. Surat Thani gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Ayutthaya receives 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
The heat can be very extreme in Ayutthaya. Surat Thani is around the same temperature as Ayutthaya in the spring. The daily temperature in Surat Thani averages around 29°C (83°F) in April, and Ayutthaya fluctuates around 31°C (88°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSurat Thani 29°C (83°F)Ayutthaya 31°C (88°F)
Typical Weather for Ayutthaya and Surat Thani
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (83°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 30°C (85°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 292 mm (11.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 240 mm (9.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (78°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
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