A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bangalore vs. Koh Chang for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bangalore or Koh Chang?

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 Bangalore and Koh Chang can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Bangalore or Koh Chang?

Bangalore

Bangalore is the capital city of the state of Karnataka, in India. It's also India's third largest city with a population of about 8.5 million. It's considered one of the most liveable cities in the country and was historically known for its many gardens and lush green spaces. Today those areas are all but gone, having given way to the growing population and sprawling metropolises. Bangalore is also the information technology hub of the country and is sometimes referred to as India's Silicon Valley.

Koh Chang

Most people pick Thailand for their destination because they're anxious to collapse on a breathtaking beach. If that is you, Ko Chang does not disappoint. As one the country's most beautiful islands, Ko Chang is full of white beaches and incredible wildlife. Beware, though, you're not the only one with Ko Chang in mind. During the high season, the island can become quite crowded with tourists.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, The Best Luxury Tours to India, The Best Adventure Tours to Thailand, and The Best Eco Tours in Thailand.


Which place is cheaper, Koh Chang or Bangalore?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bangalore is $51, while the average daily cost in Koh Chang is $70. 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 Bangalore and Koh Chang in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bangalore $19
    Koh Chang $28
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bangalore $38
    Koh Chang $56
Compare Hotels in Bangalore and Koh Chang

Looking for a hotel in Bangalore or Koh Chang? 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.

Hotels in Bangalore


Hotels in Koh Chang


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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 Chang Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bangalore $9.20
    Koh Chang $15

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Koh Chang

Also for Koh Chang, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Trat Airport: Shared Transfers to/from Koh Chang with Ferry: $30
  • Private Transfer from Trat to Suvarnabhumi (BKK) Airport: $229
  • Private Transfer from Trat to Don Mueang (DMK) Airport: $236
  • Koh Chang to BKK or DMK Airport Private Transfers : $161

Is it cheaper to fly into Bangalore or Koh Chang?

Prices for flights to both Koh Chang and Bangalore 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Bangalore $21
    Koh Chang $33

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bangalore $10
    Koh Chang $6.28

Tours and Activities in Bangalore

For Bangalore, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • From Delhi: Sunrise Taj Mahal, Baby Taj & Agra Fort Day Tour: $5.64
  • From Delhi: Taj Mahal Sunrise, Agra Fort, and Baby Taj Tour: $24
  • Taj Mahal and Agra Private Tour with free Airport pickup: $57

Tours and Activities in Koh Chang

For Koh Chang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • PADI Discover Scuba Dive Experience: $175
  • Private Kayak Experience in Bang Bao Bay with Lunch: $25
  • Snorkeling Adventure at Koh Chang – Departing from Koh Chang: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bangalore $8.61
    Koh Chang $5.38


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangalore and Koh Chang, we can see that Koh Chang is more expensive. And not only is Bangalore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Bangalore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangalore 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 Chang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Koh Chang than you might in Bangalore.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangalore Expensive? and Is Koh Chang Expensive?.


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