Which place is cheaper, Khao Lak or Tel Aviv?
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 Tel Aviv or Khao Lak?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Khao Lak, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tel Aviv or Khao Lak?
Tel Aviv
Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel and is situated on the Mediterranean coast 60 kilometers north of Jerusalem. It's a rapidly growing city and is one of the most modern and cosmopolitan cities in Israel. The official name is Tel Aviv-Yafo because the city has grown to include the ancient port city of Yafo. If you're looking for an embassy, you are likely to find it in Tel Aviv, despite Jerusalem being the official capital of Israel.
Khao Lak
Resiliency and relaxation. Those are the two words used to describe one of Thailand's most breathtaking cities. Khao Lak is located in southern Thailand, and when the tsunami of 2004 hit, this area saw the most damage. With more than 4,000 fatalities, 3,000 still unaccounted for and enormous structural damages, many thought Khao Lak would not be able to bounce back. They have proved everyone wrong with a strong and impressive recovery. Now it has returned to its status of vacation hotspot. Unlike neighboring Phuket, though, the resorts in Khao Lak are designed for families and some peace and quiet.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand.
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Tel Aviv Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $195Khao Lak $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $195, while the average daily cost in Khao Lak is $147. 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 Tel Aviv and Khao Lak in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $105Khao Lak $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $210Khao Lak $112
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Khao Lak
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Khao Lak? 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: Tel Aviv Hotel Prices and Khao Lak Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Khao Lak $57
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tel Aviv
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Tel Aviv are as follows:
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Local Bus to Central Bus Station$1.93
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Taxi to Airport$49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Comfortable Private Transfer: Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport: $180
- Herzliya to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $56
- Private Airport Transfer from/to your Herzliya Accommodation: $119
- Private Arrival Transfer: From Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv City Center: $48
- Private Round trip Airport Transfers - Airport to Tel Aviv Area and return: $210
- Private Transfer from Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv, Bat Yam, Rishon LeZion: $85
- Private Transfer from Herzlia to Ben Gurion Airport: $116
- Private Transfer from Herzlia to Jerusalem: $247
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport: $172
- Private Transfer from Netanya to Ben Gurion Airport: $172
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Haifa Cruise Port: $230
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Int Airport (TLV) to Ashdod Port: $154
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Khao Lak
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Khao Lak:
- 30-Minutes Guided Tour & Transfer to Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary: $46
- Carnival Magic Phuket Show Ticket with Transfer from Khao Lak: $104
- Khao Lak Elephant Sanctuary Walk with Hotel Transfer – 2 Hours: $71
- Khao Lak any hotel to Koh Lanta any hotel Private transfer: $191
- Phuket Airport(HKT)&Hotel Transfers:Private—Phuket/Khao Lak/Krabi: $18
- Private Minivan Transfer from Khao Lak hotels to Phuket Airport: $65
- Private Phuket Airport Transfer to or from Khao Lak: $37
- Private Transfer Between Ko Lanta and Khao Lak: $233
- Private Transfer from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak: $55
- Transfer Service from Khao Lak Hotel to Krabi / Aonang: $119
- Transfer from Khao Lak Hotel to Phuket Airport: $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Khao Lak?
Prices for flights to both Khao Lak and Tel Aviv 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 dayTel Aviv $59Khao Lak $58
Typical Food Prices in Tel Aviv
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tel Aviv:
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Dinner for Two$27
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$159
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$42
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.57
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Lunch at the airport$39
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tel Aviv
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Tel Aviv.
- Private Jaffa Flea Market Hapishpeshim Food Tour: $60
- Christmas Eve Tour Jerusalem and Bethlehem Dinner from Tel Aviv: $180
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Khao Lak
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Khao Lak.
- Khao Sok: Private Authentic Jungle Cooking Experience: $54
- Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak by Amazon Prime Series Chef: $59
- Hands-On Thai Cooking Class in Khao Lak with Transfer: $62
- Half-Day Small Group Thai Cooking Class from Khao Lak: $76
- Khao Lak Thai Cooking Class with Market Tour & Your Own Menu: $86
- Khao Lak Elephant Sanctuary, Rubber Tapping & Coconut Cooking: $110
- Khao Lak Bamboo Rafting and Bamboo Cooking with Waterfall Tour: $118
- Khao Lak : Bamboo Cooking and Bamboo Rafting Tour: $120
- Khao Sok: Private Day Trekking, Jungle Dinner & Night Safari: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $28Khao Lak $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tel Aviv
Here are a few typical costs in Tel Aviv for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Masada tour from Tel Aviv$96
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Etzel museum$4.90
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Jaffa Gatekeeper’s Secret: Exploration Game and Tour: $7.98
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Israel’s Neve Tzedek: $8.99
- The Story of Gan HaHashmal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- The White City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the History of the Bauhaus Style: $9.99
- 30-minute Sightseeing Cruise of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Skyline: $29
- Tel Aviv Street Art Tour (Graffiti): $35
- Jaffa Walking Tour: Old Jaffa, Jaffa Port, the Flea Market & More: $35
- Highlights of Central Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $50
- Running Tour - Old and New Jaffa Highlights Tour 5K: $53
- Tel Aviv's Old Neighborhoods walking Tour: $55
- Tel Aviv; Jaffa Old City, Port & Shuk Hapishpishim Walking Tour: $60
- Exclusive Private Tour in The Israel Diamond Exchange: $60
Tours and Activities in Khao Lak
Here are a few actual costs in Khao Lak for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bamboo Rafting and Sea Turtle Conservation Center Half Day Tour From Khao Lak: $41
- Khaolak: Phang Nga Bay, Tapu Island, and Panyi Village Tour: $45
- Khaolak Half Day: Phang Nga Bay, Tapu Island & Panyi Village Tour: $46
- 1-Hour Guided Khaolak Elephant Sanctuary Observation Tour: $55
- Khao Lak Elephant Sanctuary Small-Group Guided Tour: $55
- Sky Rock High Thrill Rainforest Zipline Adventure from Khao Lak: $59
- Takuapa Old Town Historical and Cultural Day Tour from Khao Lak: $66
- Historical And Cultural Day Tour To Takuapa Old Town From Khao Lak: $67
- Phi Phi, Maya Bay and Khai Islands Tour By Seastar Andaman From Khao Lak: $67
- Full Day 3 Spiritual Temple Tour with Lunch from Khao Lak: $72
- Half Day Bamboo Rafting, Temple & Waterfall Tour: $72
- Temples Tour in Thailand from Khaolak: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $26Khao Lak $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Khao Lak, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Khao Lak much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Khao Lak 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 Khao Lak would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Khao Lak 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 Tel Aviv would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tel Aviv than you might in Khao Lak.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tel Aviv Expensive? and Is Khao Lak Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tel Aviv or Khao Lak?
Tel Aviv has a larger population, and is about 220 times larger than the population of Khao Lak. When comparing the sizes of Tel Aviv and Khao Lak, 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.