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

Should you visit Koh Lipe or Shenyang?

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 Koh Lipe and Shenyang can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Koh Lipe or Shenyang?

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.

Shenyang

Shenyang, China is the capital, and largest, city in the Liaoning Province in northwest China which borders North Korea. Shenyang has a long, imperial, history and is the birthplace of the Qing Dynasty. The city has a blend of beautifully preserved architecture and modern buildings, creating a pleasant atmosphere for exploring!

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Thailand, The Best Tours for Seniors to Thailand, The Best 10-Day Tours in China, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in China.

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

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

When is the best time to visit Koh Lipe or Shenyang?

Shenyang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Koh Lipe experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Shenyang in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Koh Lipe as well as Shenyang. Koh Lipe attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the summer, Koh Lipe is around the same temperature as Shenyang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Koh Lipe in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenyang averages at about 25°C (77°F).

It's quite rainy in Shenyang. Koh Lipe receives a lot of rain in the summer. Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in July than Shenyang. Koh Lipe gets 269 mm (10.6 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 174 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Shenyang in the Autumn?

Both Shenyang and Koh Lipe are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Koh Lipe throughout the year.

In October, Koh Lipe is generally much warmer than Shenyang. Daily temperatures in Koh Lipe average around 27°C (81°F), and Shenyang fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).

It's quite rainy in Koh Lipe. In October, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Koh Lipe gets 281 mm (11.1 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Koh Lipe is December to April. The rainy season in Koh Lipe is May to October.

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Shenyang in the Winter?

Both Shenyang and Koh Lipe during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Koh Lipe because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Shenyang. Koh Lipe is much warmer than Shenyang in the winter. The daily temperature in Koh Lipe averages around 27°C (80°F) in January, and Shenyang fluctuates around -11°C (13°F).

Koh Lipe usually gets more rain in January than Shenyang. Koh Lipe gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Koh Lipe or Shenyang in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Koh Lipe and Shenyang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Koh Lipe year-round.

In the spring, Koh Lipe is much warmer than Shenyang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Koh Lipe in April average around 29°C (85°F), and Shenyang averages at about 10°C (50°F).

Koh Lipe gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Koh Lipe usually receives more rain than Shenyang. Koh Lipe gets 124 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Shenyang receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring. December to April in Koh Lipe is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Koh Lipe.

Typical Weather for Shenyang and Koh Lipe