Which place is cheaper, Ao Nang or Tehran?
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 Tehran or Ao Nang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Tehran and Ao Nang. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Tehran or Ao Nang?
Tehran
The capital of Iran, Tehran is a cosmopolitan city with great museums, art galleries, parks, restaurants, and more. It is located in the northernmost part of Central Iran at the foot of the towering Alborz mountain range. Some of the most popular attractions include the Treasury of the National Jewels, Golestan Palace, and the Tajrish Bazaar.
Ao Nang
If you're looking for a relaxing beach on the coast of Thailand, it might be time to make a trip to Ao Nang. This developed and "westernized" beach was once the place to be for backpackers, but is now quite popular with package tourist crowds, too, as prices have risen in recent decades. Here you'll find nice hotels, restaurants, and plenty of fun activities at the beach and nearby, too.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours Under $1000 in Thailand, and The Best Budget Tours to Thailand.
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Tehran Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTehran $2.72Ao Nang $131
The average daily cost (per person) in Tehran is $2.72, while the average daily cost in Ao Nang is $131. 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 Tehran and Ao Nang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTehran $1.91Ao Nang $50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTehran $3.82Ao Nang $100
Compare Hotels in Tehran and Ao Nang
Looking for a hotel in Tehran or Ao Nang? 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: Ao Nang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tehran $0.01Ao Nang $62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ao Nang
Also for Ao Nang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Phuket - Krabi, Aonang: $150
- From Krabi: Private Taxi Transfer to Phuket: $129
- Krabi: Private Transfer Between Ao Nang Area and Ko Lanta: $107
- From Ao Nang (Krabi): Private To Phuket (Phuket) Transfer: $86
- Krabi: 4 Islands Speed Catamaran Tour with Lunch/Transfers: $75
- Krabi : Muay Thai Live Fight Experience with Transfer: $55
- Phuket: Speedboat Transfer to Ao Nang or Railay via Ko Yao: $46
- Ferry Transfer from Aonang To Phuket (Rassada Pier): $39
- Krabi ATV Jungle Adventure with Hotel Transfer: $37
- Railay : Ferry Transfer from Railay to Ko Lanta: $34
- Aonang : Ferry Transfer from Aonang to Ko Lanta: $34
- Krabi: 4-Island Deluxe Speedboat Tour with Lunch & Transfer: $31
Is it cheaper to fly into Tehran or Ao Nang?
Prices for flights to both Ao Nang and Tehran 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 dayTehran $0.75Ao Nang $47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ao Nang
For Ao Nang, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Krabi: Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Local Chef: $37
- Authentic Thai Local Cooking Class: $38
- Half-Day Thai Cooking Class Krabi Province: $39
- 7 Islands Sunset Tour with Dinner & Snorkeling: $40
- Krabi: 7 Islands Sunset Tour by Longtail Boat & BBQ Dinner: $43
- Krabi: Hong Island Cruise with Thai Buffet Dinner: $45
- From Ao Nang Hong Island Longtail Cruise with Sunset Dinner: $49
- Krabi: Morning/Afternoon Thai Cooking Class at Ya's Cookery: $51
- Krabi: Romantic Beachfront Sunset Dinner: $64
- Krabi: Ao Thalane Sunset Kayaking & BBQ Dinner: $110
- Local Krabi: Cooking Demo, Market Walk, Bamboo Raft & Fruit: $133
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tehran $0.14Ao Nang $12
Tours and Activities in Ao Nang
For Ao Nang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- ATV adventure (30 min) and Archery (30 min): $39
- ATV adventure 1hour drive: $45
- ATV adventure 30 mins drive: $33
- ATV adventure and shooting range: $79
- Ao Nang Kayak Adventure: Explore the Stunning Flooded Forest: $27
- Ao Nang Night Tour – Swim with bioluminescent plankton: $28
- 4 Island Awesomeness Adventure: $48
- ATV Ride and Natural Swimming Experience: $54
- Crystal Pool Kayaking, ATV, and Pineapple Farm Tour: $74
- Hong Islands Full day Tour with Lunch and 360 view: $38
- Horse Riding Tour and kayaking clongrood: $75
- Hot Springs, Emerald Pool, and Tiger Cave Day Tour: $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTehran -Ao Nang $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ao Nang
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ao Nang:
- K-Bunk Pub Crawl - The Best Bars in Ao Nang in One Night!: $1.20
- Krabi: Summer Club Pub Crawl with Fire Show: $15
- Krabi Pub Crawl - Join Nomads For The Best Night in Ao Nang!: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tehran and Ao Nang, we can see that Ao Nang is more expensive. And not only is Tehran much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tehran is in Middle East and Ao Nang is in Asia, 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 Tehran would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tehran 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 Ao Nang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ao Nang than you might in Tehran.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tehran Expensive? and Is Ao Nang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tehran or Ao Nang?
Tehran has a larger population, and is about 890 times larger than the population of Ao Nang. When comparing the sizes of Tehran and Ao Nang, 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.