Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Surat Thani?
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 Surat Thani or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo 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 Tokyo?
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."
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in Thailand, The Best Honeymoon Tours in Thailand, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Surat Thani Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySurat Thani $70Tokyo $176
The average daily cost (per person) in Surat Thani is $70, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $176. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSurat Thani $27Tokyo $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSurat Thani $54Tokyo $148
Compare Hotels in Surat Thani and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Surat Thani or Tokyo? 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Surat Thani $27Tokyo $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Surat Thani
Also for Surat Thani, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Surat Thani Airport (URT) to / from Surat Thani: $196
- Donsak pier to Krabi,Phuket,Koh Lanta any hotel Private transfer: $125
- Surat Thani Airport: Private Transfer to/from Khao Sok: $90
- Surat Thani Airport to/From Ratchaprapa Dam Private Transfer: $81
- Transfer to Don Sak Pier: $78
- Koh Samui: Zipline Adventure with Hotel Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer from Samui (USM) Airport to Bo Phut: $39
- Private Transfer from Samui (USM) Airport to Chaweng: $39
- Samui Airport Transfer: $33
- Private Transfer Koh Samui Airport to The Ritz Carlton Koh Samui: $22
- Private Arrival Transfer : Koh Samui Airport to Koh Samui Hotel (SHA Plus): $15
- From URT Airport: Shared Transfer to Koh Samui/Koh Phangan: $3.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Nagano: $805
- One Way Shuttle Van Transfer, Tokyo ⇔ Hakone: $426
- Shuttle Van Tour Tokyo for 4 Hours or 6 Hours+Transfer Time: $368
- Yokohama Port: Private Customizable Tour with Transfer: $352
- Private Transfer from Haneda/Narita Airport to Hotel: $308
- Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) to Tachikawa City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $291
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $287
- Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo by Sedan Car: $285
- Arrival Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo in Sedan: $285
- Private Airport Transfer: Hotel in Tokyo → Narita Airport (NRT): $284
- Tokyo 5-Hour Private Charter with NRT/HND Airport Transfer: $273
- Tokyo Departure Private Transfers from Tokyo City to Tokyo-Narita Airport NRT: $270
Is it cheaper to fly into Surat Thani or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $27Tokyo $62
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$4.60
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:
- Jungle Adventure with Bamboo Cooking Class in Khao Sok: $50
- Bamboo Fire Cooking Survival Experience from Khao Sok: $52
- Koh Samui: Evening Thai Cooking Class with Organic Garden: $121
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.02
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.02
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Meal at Airport$6.55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo Cute Bento: Character Bento Art Cooking Class: $17
- Tokyo Cute Sushi : Kawaii Sushi Cooking Class!: $17
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $19
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $22
- Asakusa: Senso-ji Sightseeing & Street Food Tour with Photos: $29
- Shibuya 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $32
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $38
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Private Yanaka District Walking & Food Tour: $45
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Surat Thani $5.59Tokyo $66
Tours and Activities in Surat Thani
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Surat Thani.
- Amazing 5 Point Snorkeling Tour in Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan: $32
- Blue Stars Kayaking Adventure in Angthong Marine Park: $78
- Cheow Lan Lake and Diamond Cave Adventure from Khao Sok: $97
- Cheow Lan Lake and Raft House Day Tour from Khao Sok: $92
- Dolphin Watching Tan and Pig Island Tour from Koh Samui: $72
- From Ko Pha Ngan: Angthong Marine Park Speedboat Adventure: $81
- Full-Day Speedboat Tour to Koh Tao & Koh Nangyuan with Lunch: $69
- Half-Day Tour: Koh Rap, Pig Island & Koh Tan By Join Speed Boat: $56
- Khao Sok ATV Jungle Trail Adventure Experience: $63
- Ko Pha Ngan: Koh Tao & Koh Nangyuan Snorkeling Adventure: $81
- Ko Samui: Private Longtail Boat Tour to Koh Madsum & Koh Tan: $48
- Koh Phangan: Quad ATV Jungle Adventure with Scenic Views: $73
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- "Ginza → Tsukishima" Walking and Japanese Style Fun Dining Tour: $160
- (Private tour)ShinjukuUnfiltered Secret bar restaurant Tour: $256
- 1 Day Tour to Mt. Fuji and Hakone from Tokyo: $189
- 1 Day Tour to Oshino Hakkai Ole Hot Spring in Mount Fuji: $77
- 1 Day Walking Tour in Asakusa Traditional Tokyo and Nature: $146
- 1-Day Mt Fuji and Hakone Sightseeing trip from Tokyo: $338
- 1-Day Mt.Fuji Hiking Tour(Subashiri 5th to 7th) from Tokyo: $101
- 1-Day Tokyo Bus Tour: $124
- 1-Hour Tokyo Tour in Lamborghini Huracan: $281
- 1-Hour Tokyo Tour in Tokyo Drift Mazda RX7: $281
- 100% PRIVATE Anime, Manga, Game & Pop Culture Tour in Akihabara: $99
- 10:30 local gathering and rafting tour half day (3 hours): $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySurat Thani $5.58Tokyo $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $35
- Sake Brewery Tour Igarashi Shuzo Hanno: $41
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $90
- Mt. Fuji & Hakushu Distillery Whisky Museum Bus Tour from Tokyo: $90
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $102
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $109
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo: $121
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $131
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Surat Thani and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Surat Thani or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 8336600 times larger than the population of Surat Thani. When comparing the sizes of Surat Thani and Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
Tokyo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Surat Thani experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Surat Thani or Tokyo in the Summer?
Both Tokyo and Surat Thani are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Surat Thani throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Surat Thani is generally around the same temperature as Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Surat Thani average around 28°C (82°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. It's quite rainy in Surat Thani. In July, Surat Thani usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Surat Thani gets 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySurat Thani 28°C (82°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Surat Thani or Tokyo in the Autumn?
Both Tokyo and Surat Thani during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Surat Thani because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Tokyo for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Surat Thani is much warmer than Tokyo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Surat Thani averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Tokyo fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Tokyo 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 October than Tokyo. Surat Thani gets 240 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSurat Thani 27°C (81°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Surat Thani or Tokyo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Surat Thani and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Surat Thani year-round. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Surat Thani is much warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Surat Thani in January average around 25°C (77°F), and Tokyo averages at about 5°C (42°F).
In January, Surat Thani usually receives more rain than Tokyo. Surat Thani gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySurat Thani 25°C (77°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Surat Thani or Tokyo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Surat Thani as well as Tokyo. Surat Thani attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In April, Surat Thani is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Surat Thani average around 29°C (83°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Surat Thani usually gets less rain in April than Tokyo. Surat Thani gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSurat Thani 29°C (83°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Surat Thani
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (83°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 240 mm (9.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (78°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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