Which place is cheaper, Akureyri or Bangkok?
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 Bangkok or Akureyri?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Akureyri can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Akureyri?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $105Akureyri $191
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $105, while the average daily cost in Akureyri is $191. 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 Bangkok and Akureyri in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $50Akureyri $103
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $100Akureyri $206
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Akureyri
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Akureyri? 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices and Akureyri Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $6.57Akureyri $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.51
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Skytrain Ticket$5.02
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$1.00
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Ferry Ride$0.82
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Taxi From Airport$7.85
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Short Taxi Ride$2.83
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Boat Taxi$1.57
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Trains to airport$5.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Bangkok to Samed Pier Private Transfer: $131
- Airport Private Transfers from Suvarnabhumi BKK to Bangkok City: $33
- Airport Transfer Camry/Fortuner or Similar : $45
- Airport Transfer to or from Hotel in Bangkok (Private Transport): $57
- Airport Transfer: Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok by Luxury Van: $106
- Airport Transfer: Bangkok to Bangkok Airport BKK by Luxury Van: $98
- Ancient City (Mueang Boran) Entrance Tickets With Hotel Transfer: $47
- Arrival Bangkok Airport Private Transfer : Trat/ Koh Chang: $133
- Arrival Private Transfers from Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok in Business Car: $78
- Arrival Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok City by Sedan: $71
- Ayutthaya Cultural Triangle City Tour with Transfer: $66
- Ayutthaya Floating Market Admission Ticket with Transfer: $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $29
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $126
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Akureyri?
Prices for flights to both Akureyri and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $36Akureyri $71
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$28
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$6.28
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.41
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.94
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$6.28
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Pad Thai$2.20
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Airport Lunch for 2$17
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Lunch for 2$23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- Baiyoke Sky Hotel Observation Deck Ticket with Lunch or Dinner : $22
- Viva Alangka Bangkok Sunset Dinner Cruise: $24
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $27
- Meridian Sunset Cruise Dinner Buffet from Bangkok: $28
- Baiyoke Sky Dinner Experience with Observation Deck Access: $28
- Royal Princess Chao Phraya River Dinner Cruise from Bangkok: $31
- Bangkok Amazing Chaophraya River Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $31
- Nopparat’s Traditional Thai Dinner & Dance: $31
- Luxury Riverside Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River Bangkok: $33
- Scenic Bangkok Unicorn Dinner Cruise on Chao Phraya River: $33
- White Lotus Thai Cooking Class in Bangkok: $35
- Smile Riverside Cruise Luxury Buffet Dinner from Bangkok: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $18Akureyri $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$5.02
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$11
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.57
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$6.28
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Club Cover Charge$12
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$75
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Fish Pedicure$4.71
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$3.14
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Siriraj Museum (2)$13
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bangkok Noi Canal: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Bangkok's Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Bangkok City Session Walking Tour: $8.03
- Grand Palace Self-Guided Walking Tour (entry not incl.): $9.00
- Space and Time Cube Tickets in Bangkok: $9.49
- Erawan Museum Ticket (NON THAI): $10
- Erawan Museum at Bangkok Admission Ticket: $13
- Ancient City and Erawan Museum Ticket from Bangkok: $13
- Bangkok Ancient City Ticket (NON THAI): $14
- Chinatown By Night Walking Tour: $15
- Baiyoke Sky Hotel: Observation Deck & Revolving Point Ticket: $15
- Baiyoke Sky Hotel: Observation Deck & Revolving Point Ticket: $15
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Icelandic Aviation Museum Admission Ticket: $15
- War and Peace Museum - Tour: $24
- Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri: $65
- Snowshoeing Experience and Storytelling in Héðinsfjörður: $78
- Forest Lagoon Admission Ticket with Towel and One Drink included: $78
- Guided Sit on Top Kayak Tour: $79
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $82
- Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall: $82
- Zipline Tour: $95
- Zipline Adventure Through Glerárgil River Canyon in Akureyri Town: $95
- Húsavík Whale Watching Tour, family owned and operated : $98
- Whale Watching and Sea Angling Tour : $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.65Akureyri $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- The Original Bangkok Pub Crawl: $31
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Akureyri, we can see that Akureyri is more expensive. And not only is Bangkok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Akureyri is in Europe, 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 Bangkok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangkok 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 Akureyri would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Akureyri than you might in Bangkok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Akureyri Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Akureyri?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 310 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Akureyri, 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.
When is the best time to visit Bangkok or Akureyri?
Akureyri has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Bangkok experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bangkok or Akureyri in the Summer?
Both Akureyri and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year.
Bangkok is much warmer than Akureyri in the summer. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Akureyri fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during summer. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 158 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In July, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Akureyri 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Akureyri in the Autumn?
Both Akureyri and Bangkok during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Akureyri in the autumn. In the autumn, Bangkok is much warmer than Akureyri. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bangkok in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Akureyri averages at about 3°C (38°F).
It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the autumn, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 52 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Akureyri. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year. November to February is the dry season in Bangkok. May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Akureyri 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Akureyri in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Akureyri. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Akureyri. In January, Bangkok is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 27°C (80°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Akureyri during winter. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Akureyri receives 7 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Akureyri. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. November to February in Bangkok is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Akureyri -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Akureyri in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Akureyri. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Akureyri can get quite cold in the spring. Bangkok is much warmer than Akureyri in the spring. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 31°C (87°F) in April, and Akureyri fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the spring, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Akureyri. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Akureyri receives 130 hours of full sun.
Bangkok usually gets more rain in April than Akureyri. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year. May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Akureyri 2°C (36°F)
Typical Weather for Akureyri and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 53 mm (2.1 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.