Which place is cheaper, Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tel Aviv or Koh Lipe, 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 Koh Lipe?
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.
Koh Lipe
Ko Lipe used to be one of Thailand's most gorgeous hidden treasures. While it's still breathtaking, it's certainly not hidden anymore. With a small community of approximately 700 chow lair, or sea gypsies, this region is doing its best to maintain the beauty of its culture and beaches despite the influx of tourism. The rapid development has seen additions of concrete cafes and travel agencies. There are still rich, cultural gems to find in Ko Lipe - you just have to be willing to wander.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Israel, The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
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Tel Aviv Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTel Aviv $201Koh Lipe $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Tel Aviv is $201, while the average daily cost in Koh Lipe is $116. 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 Koh Lipe in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTel Aviv $109Koh Lipe $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTel Aviv $218Koh Lipe $98
Compare Hotels in Tel Aviv and Koh Lipe
Looking for a hotel in Tel Aviv or Koh Lipe? 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 Koh Lipe Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tel Aviv $11Koh Lipe $20
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$1.99
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Taxi to Airport$51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tel Aviv
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Tel Aviv:
- Fast and Reliable Airport Transfers to Tel Aviv Hotels (or back): $94
- Haifa to Tel Aviv or (TLV) Airport Transfers (Arrival/Departure): $290
- Herzliya to Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Departure Transfer: $56
- Private Airport Transfer - Dead Sea Hotels from or to Tel Aviv (TLV) Airport: $160
- Private Arrival Transfer: From Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv City Center: $48
- Private Departure Transfer: From Tel Aviv City Center to Ben Gurion Airport: $48
- 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: $229
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv Int Airport (TLV) to Ashdod Port: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Lipe
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Koh Lipe:
- Direct Transfer from Koh Lipe to Phuket by Speedboat: $104
- Fast and Convenient Koh Lipe to Koh Lanta Speedboat Transfer: $71
- Island Transfer from Koh Lipe to Koh Lanta by Speedboat: $75
- Koh Lipe to Hatyai Speedboat and Van Transfer: $39
- Koh Lipe to Koh Phi Phi Comfortable Transfer by Speedboat: $81
- Private Transfer Pak Bara Pier to Hatyai Airport by Van: $94
Is it cheaper to fly into Tel Aviv or Koh Lipe?
Prices for flights to both Koh Lipe 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 $61Koh Lipe $51
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$28
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Dinner for 2 at Vatroshka$164
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Lunch at Segev Sarona$43
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Aroma Iced Coffee$4.73
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Lunch at the airport$40
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tel Aviv $29Koh Lipe $26
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$100
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Etzel museum$5.07
Tours and Activities in Tel Aviv
Here are a few actual costs in Tel Aviv for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Israel’s Neve Tzedek: $7.99
- Trail of Independence Quest Experience: $8.15
- Jaffa Gatekeeper’s Secret: Exploration Game and Tour: $9.33
- The White City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of the History of the Bauhaus Style: $9.99
- The Story of Gan HaHashmal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- 30-minute Sightseeing Cruise of Tel Aviv and Jaffa Skyline: $29
- Tel Aviv Street Art Tour (Graffiti): $35
- Jaffa Walking Tour - Half-Day: $49
- Discover Jaffa in a Guided Walking Tour: $50
- Carmel Market Vegetarian Food, History & Culture Tour: $50
- Highlights of Central Tel Aviv Walking Tour: $50
- Tel Aviv; Jaffa Old City, Port & Shuk Hapishpishim Walking Tour: $60
Tours and Activities in Koh Lipe
Here are a few actual costs in Koh Lipe for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Experience the Koh Lipe Backyard including 5 Mysterious Islands: $24
- 7 Islands 8 Spots Far Away Longtail Boat Snorkeling Tour: $25
- Experience the Koh Lipe Frontier in the Eastern Adang Archipelago: $28
- Full-Day Koh Lipe 7 Islands Snorkeling Experience with Lunch: $30
- Koh Lipe 5 Stunning Island Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat: $32
- Koh Lipe Highlight 5 Islands Snorkeling Adventure Day Trip: $34
- Private Experience with Fishing, Barbeque, Sashimi and Snorkeling: $77
- Private Koh Lipe Inner Zone Snorkeling Tour by Longtail Boat: $116
- Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) 1 day Experience: $125
- Koh Lipe Beginner Scuba Diving Half Day Tour with Lunch: $128
- Koh Lipe Unseen 7 Islands Day Tour by Private Longtail Boat: $136
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTel Aviv $27Koh Lipe $9.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Tel Aviv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Tel Aviv:
- Tel Aviv Pub Crawl: $26
- Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv: $29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tel Aviv and Koh Lipe, we can see that Tel Aviv is more expensive. And not only is Koh Lipe much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tel Aviv is in Middle East and Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe.
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 Koh Lipe Expensive?.
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.