Which place is cheaper, Koh Pha Ngan or Brno?
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 Brno or Koh Pha Ngan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Brno and Koh Pha Ngan 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: Brno or Koh Pha Ngan?
Brno
Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.
Koh Pha Ngan
Ko Phangan (or Pha Ngan) is best known for its full moon parties, attracting backpackers and budget travelers the world over for all-night parties on the beach. The clear, blue water, beautiful beaches, and tropical atmosphere bring the tourists to the island, and the low prices, diverse activities, and abundant amenities keep them here.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrno $198Koh Pha Ngan $61
The average daily cost (per person) in Brno is $198, while the average daily cost in Koh Pha Ngan is $61. 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 Brno and Koh Pha Ngan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrno $83Koh Pha Ngan $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrno $166Koh Pha Ngan $54
Compare Hotels in Brno and Koh Pha Ngan
Looking for a hotel in Brno or Koh Pha Ngan? 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: Brno Hotel Prices and Koh Pha Ngan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brno $3.02Koh Pha Ngan $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:
- Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $298
- Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $154
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Koh Pha Ngan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Koh Pha Ngan are as follows:
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Scooter Rental$9.42
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Ferry Ride$16
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Gas for Scooter$3.45
Is it cheaper to fly into Brno or Koh Pha Ngan?
Prices for flights to both Koh Pha Ngan and Brno 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 dayBrno $114Koh Pha Ngan $20
Typical Food Prices in Koh Pha Ngan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Koh Pha Ngan:
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Noodle Lunch (for One)$1.26
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Sit Down Dinner (for Two)$12
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Smoothies (for Two)$1.26
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Ice Cream$0.63
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Juice$1.88
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3 Spring Rolls$0.94
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2 Pancakes$1.88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brno -Koh Pha Ngan $19
Tours and Activities in Brno
Here are a few actual costs in Brno for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- The Center of Znojmo : A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Skip the Line: 10-Z Bunker Entrance Ticket in Brno : $12
- The Painted Ladies of Telč: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Brno Historical Walking Tour: $36
- Ride in a BMP tank and military garage tour Prague: $56
- 3 Hour Private Tour with a Local Guide in Brno: $72
- Half Day Tour to the Macocha Abyss and The Punkva Caves: $101
- Brno Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems for Small Groups: $104
- Quad ride adventure Prague: $132
- Quad ride adventure for families with kids Prague: $132
- Scenic Paddleboarding Adventure: Nové Mlýny to Lednice: $143
- Brno's Historic Gems: A Private Walking Tour: $168
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrno $2.66Koh Pha Ngan $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Koh Pha Ngan
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Koh Pha Ngan are as follows:
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Drinks at Irish Pub (for Two)$8.16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brno and Koh Pha Ngan, we can see that Brno is more expensive. And not only is Koh Pha Ngan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brno is in Europe and Koh Pha Ngan 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 Pha Ngan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Koh Pha Ngan 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 Brno would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brno than you might in Koh Pha Ngan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brno Expensive? and Is Koh Pha Ngan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brno or Koh Pha Ngan?
Brno has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Koh Pha Ngan. When comparing the sizes of Brno and Koh Pha Ngan, 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 Brno or Koh Pha Ngan?
Brno has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Pha Ngan experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Brno or Koh Pha Ngan in the Summer?
Both Koh Pha Ngan and Brno are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Pha Ngan because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Brno is generally around the same temperature as Koh Pha Ngan. Daily temperatures in Brno average around 23°C (73°F), and Koh Pha Ngan fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Koh Pha Ngan. In July, Brno usually receives less rain than Koh Pha Ngan. Brno gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBrno 23°C (73°F)Koh Pha Ngan 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Brno or Koh Pha Ngan in the Autumn?
Both Koh Pha Ngan and Brno during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Pha Ngan year-round.
Brno is much colder than Koh Pha Ngan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Brno averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Koh Pha Ngan fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Koh Pha Ngan gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Brno usually gets less rain in October than Koh Pha Ngan. Brno gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 240 mm (9.5 in) of rain this time of the year. December to March is the dry season in Koh Pha Ngan. October and November is the rainy season in Koh Pha Ngan.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBrno 12°C (54°F)Koh Pha Ngan 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Brno or Koh Pha Ngan in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Brno and Koh Pha Ngan. Koh Pha Ngan attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Brno can be very cold. In the winter, Brno is much colder than Koh Pha Ngan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Brno in January average around 2°C (36°F), and Koh Pha Ngan averages at about 22°C (72°F).
In January, Brno usually receives less rain than Koh Pha Ngan. Brno gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter. December to March in Koh Pha Ngan is the dry season.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBrno 2°C (36°F)Koh Pha Ngan 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Brno or Koh Pha Ngan in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Brno as well as Koh Pha Ngan. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Pha Ngan throughout the year.
In April, Brno is generally much colder than Koh Pha Ngan. Daily temperatures in Brno average around 13°C (55°F), and Koh Pha Ngan fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Brno usually gets less rain in April than Koh Pha Ngan. Brno gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Koh Pha Ngan receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBrno 13°C (55°F)Koh Pha Ngan 24°C (76°F)
Typical Weather for Koh Pha Ngan and Brno
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (36°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 145 mm (5.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (64°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 240 mm (9.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (37°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 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.