Which place is cheaper, Koh Phi Phi or Wuyuan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Wuyuan and Koh Phi Phi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi?
Wuyuan
Wuyuan, China is a small city in the Jiangxi Province in the south central area of the country. The city acts as a transport hub for the province, with many main bus routes running through it. Wuyuan also acts as the main thoroughfare when traveling to local remote villages in the area. It is best to know some Mandarin as this region does not see many non-Mandarin speaking tourists, which also means you should expect some very friendly attention!
Koh Phi Phi
The islands of Koh Phi Phi, off the coast of southwestern Thailand, are very popular with travelers because of their unrivaled tropical scenery, clear blue waters, relaxing atmosphere, and undersea attractions. However, in the last decade, Koh Phi Phi has seen a huge surge in tourism, adding to the crowds and pollution of the main (and only populated) island, known as Koh Phi Phi Don.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Shanghai, The Best 2-Week Tours from Beijing, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Thailand, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWuyuan $57Koh Phi Phi $72
The average daily cost (per person) in Wuyuan is $57, while the average daily cost in Koh Phi Phi is $72. 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 Wuyuan and Koh Phi Phi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWuyuan $26Koh Phi Phi $40
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWuyuan $52Koh Phi Phi $80
Compare Hotels in Wuyuan and Koh Phi Phi
Looking for a hotel in Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi? 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: Koh Phi Phi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Wuyuan $13Koh Phi Phi $6.89
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Koh Phi Phi:
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Ferry to Maya Beach (for 2)$15
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Longboat Taxi$2.73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Phi Phi
Also for Koh Phi Phi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-Way Departure Transfer from Phi Phi Island (Speedboat) to Phuket Airport : $52
- Superfast Transfer from Koh Phi Phi to Krabi by Arisa Speed Boat: $28
- Speedboat Transfer Phi Phi Tonsai to Phuket with Dropoff Service: $25
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket VIP Speed Boat Transfer: $22
Is it cheaper to fly into Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi?
Prices for flights to both Koh Phi Phi and Wuyuan 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 dayWuyuan $20Koh Phi Phi $11
Typical Food Prices in Wuyuan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Wuyuan:
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Gummy Candy$0.28
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Cookies$0.69
Typical Food Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Koh Phi Phi:
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Crepe$1.64
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Sit Down Lunch$9.27
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Casual Lunch$5.73
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Coconut Donut$0.27
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Lunch at Mexican Restaurant (for 2)$11
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Sit Down Dinner$14
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Wuyuan $19Koh Phi Phi $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Koh Phi Phi
For Koh Phi Phi, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Kayak Rental$8.18
Tours and Activities in Koh Phi Phi
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Koh Phi Phi.
- 6 Hours Private Tour Around Phi Phi Islands From Phi Phi: $160
- Early Bird Phi Phi Islands Tour From Phi Phi by Speedboat: $57
- Early Bird Phi Phi and 4 Islands Tour by Speedboat from Krabi: $97
- Ferry from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket with Dropoff Service by Royal Jet Cruiser: $13
- Half Day & Sunset Phi Phi Island Tour From Phi Phi by Speedboat: $57
- Half Day Tour Around Phi Phi Islands By Private Longtail Boat From Phi Phi: $107
- Koh Phi Phi to Phuket by Phi Phi Cruiser: $17
- Maya Bay Sunset and Plankton Swimming Tour: $69
- PHI PHI ISLAND - Sunrise Trip From Phi Phi Don By Phi Phi Local Tour: $53
- Phi Phi 7 Islands Full-Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $27
- Phi Phi Island Half Day Tour From Phi Phi by Longtail Boat: $18
- Phi Phi Island To Phuket By Phi Phi Cruiser: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWuyuan $14Koh Phi Phi $5.66
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Phi Phi
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Koh Phi Phi from other travelers:
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Mojito Bucket$14
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Banana Daiquiri$5.46
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Wuyuan and Koh Phi Phi, we can see that Koh Phi Phi is more expensive. And not only is Wuyuan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Wuyuan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Wuyuan 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 Koh Phi Phi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Phi Phi than you might in Wuyuan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Wuyuan Expensive? and Is Koh Phi Phi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi?
Wuyuan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Phi Phi experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi in the Summer?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Wuyuan are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Phi Phi because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Wuyuan is around the same temperature as Koh Phi Phi in the summer. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 30°C (85°F) in July, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Phi Phi. It's quite rainy in Wuyuan. In July, Wuyuan usually receives less rain than Koh Phi Phi. Wuyuan gets 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 287 mm (11.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWuyuan 30°C (85°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi in the Autumn?
Both Koh Phi Phi and Wuyuan during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Phi Phi year-round.
In the autumn, Wuyuan is cooler than Koh Phi Phi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Wuyuan in October average around 20°C (68°F), and Koh Phi Phi averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Koh Phi Phi gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Wuyuan usually gets less rain in October than Koh Phi Phi. Wuyuan gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 304 mm (12 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Koh Phi Phi. May to November is the rainy season in Koh Phi Phi.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWuyuan 20°C (68°F)Koh Phi Phi 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Wuyuan and Koh Phi Phi. Koh Phi Phi attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Wuyuan is generally much colder than Koh Phi Phi. Daily temperatures in Wuyuan average around 6°C (43°F), and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In January, Wuyuan usually receives more rain than Koh Phi Phi. Wuyuan gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. December to March in Koh Phi Phi is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWuyuan 6°C (43°F)Koh Phi Phi 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Wuyuan or Koh Phi Phi in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Wuyuan as well as Koh Phi Phi. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Phi Phi throughout the year.
Wuyuan is much colder than Koh Phi Phi in the spring. The daily temperature in Wuyuan averages around 18°C (64°F) in April, and Koh Phi Phi fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite rainy in Koh Phi Phi. Wuyuan receives a lot of rain in the spring. Wuyuan usually gets more rain in April than Koh Phi Phi. Wuyuan gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Koh Phi Phi receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year. May to November in Koh Phi Phi is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWuyuan 18°C (64°F)Koh Phi Phi 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Phi Phi and Wuyuan
| Wuyuan | Koh Phi Phi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 123 mm (4.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (64°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 23°C (73°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 318 mm (12.5 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 270 mm (10.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jul | 30°C (85°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 287 mm (11.3 in) |
| Aug | 30°C (85°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (78°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 399 mm (15.7 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 304 mm (12 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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.