Which place is cheaper, Pattaya or Leh?
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 Leh or Pattaya?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Leh and Pattaya. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Leh or Pattaya?
Leh
Leh is a small town located in the Indus river valley at a crossroads of the old trading routes from Kashgar, Tibet, and Kashmir. Today, the town is best known for its Buddhist sites and nearby trekking areas. It is situated in northern India, amidst the mountainous Himalayan range.
Pattaya
Go where the locals go. If that is your vacation motto, you will want to take a look at the popular weekend getaway of Pattaya, Thailand. This seaside resort on the Eastern Gulf Coast of Thailand is just outside of Bangkok, and full of resorts, beer bars and beaches.
Hosting more than five million visitors a year, Pattaya is easily accessed from the capital and the airport. Keep in mind, the sex tourism industry is still a large money earner for this city, but efforts by local authorities have created resorts and attractions for families and vacationers from all around the world.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New Delhi, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mumbai, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket.
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Leh Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLeh $46Pattaya $92
The average daily cost (per person) in Leh is $46, while the average daily cost in Pattaya is $92. 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 Leh and Pattaya in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLeh $16Pattaya $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLeh $32Pattaya $54
Compare Hotels in Leh and Pattaya
Looking for a hotel in Leh or Pattaya? 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: Leh Hotel Prices and Pattaya Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Leh $7.46Pattaya $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leh
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leh:
- Ladakh Family Getaway: 6-Day Tour with Stay & Transfers: $428
- Ladakh: 5-Day Family Tour with Accommodation & Transfers: $361
- From Jaipur: 2-Day Ranthambore Tiger Safari with transfers: $278
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Return hotel transfers to Gems Gallery Pattaya (Jewelry) : $2.43
- Pattaya Coral Island Tour with Indian Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $4.27
- Private Transfer from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi Airport : $13
- Mini Siam Miniature World in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $22
- Teddy Bear Museum in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $22
- Alcazar Cabaret Show Pattaya Ticket with Transfer From Hotel: $28
- Private Airport Transfer: Bangkok to/from Pattaya Free Motorway: $34
- Airport transfer in Rayong from Airport to Hotel (UTP): $36
- Airport transfer in Rayong from Hotel to Airport (UTP): $36
- Art in Paradise Entry Ticket with Private Transfer: $38
- Pattaya Underwater World Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $40
- Underwater World at Pattaya Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Leh or Pattaya?
Prices for flights to both Pattaya and Leh 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 dayLeh $23Pattaya $43
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pattaya
For Pattaya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- All Star Dinner Cruise with Cabaret Show in Pattaya: $44
- Ocean Sky Pattaya Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment : $53
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $53
- Ocean Sky Dinner Cruise with Live Cabaret Show in Pattaya: $59
- All Star Dinner Cruise Pattaya with Private Hotel Transfer: $73
- Thai Cooking Class in Pattaya: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Leh $14Pattaya $24
Tours and Activities in Leh
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Leh are as follows:
- "Leh to Pangong Lake Sameday tour: A Day of Tranquil Wonders: $87
- Airport Pickup with Shanti Stupa-Leh Palace & Monastery Tour: $28
- LADAKH TOUR: $620
- Leh in a Day: Guided Tour of Iconic Landmarks and more: $85
- 4-Day Tour to Leh Ladakh Pangong Lake and Monasteries: $199
- 6-Day Nubra Valley, Pangong Lake and Sham Valley Tour: $462
- Electric Cycle Tour with Heritage Walk & Meal: $51
- Electric Cycle Tour with Leh Old Town Heritage Walk: $45
- Ladakh Highlights Tour with Homestay: $271
- Nubra Valley and Pangong Lake 3-Day Tour: $259
- One Night Two Days Pangong Lake Tour with Accommodation: $203
- Overnight Pangong Tour From Leh With Thiksey & Shey Palace: $113
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Experience The Floating Market in Pattaya: $6.00
- Pool Party and Foam Experience for Indian Tourists at Pattaya : $6.29
- Pattaya Coral Islands Tour with Lunch: $7.90
- Mini Siam Miniature World in Pattaya Admission Ticket: $10
- Pattaya Underwater World Admission Ticket: $10
- Mini Siam Miniature World at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $11
- Mini Siam Miniature World in Pattaya Admission Ticket: $11
- Love In Museum in Pattaya Admission Ticket Thailand: $11
- Underwater World Pattaya (Ticket Only): $11
- Skip the Line: Legend Siam at Pattaya Admission Ticket: $12
- Frost Magical Ice of Siam for Foreigner Ticket: $13
- Pattaya Underwater World Entrance Ticket: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLeh $5.29Pattaya $9.42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Leh and Pattaya, we can see that Pattaya is more expensive. And not only is Leh much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Leh would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Leh 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 Pattaya would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pattaya than you might in Leh.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Leh Expensive? and Is Pattaya Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Leh or Pattaya?
Pattaya has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Leh. When comparing the sizes of Leh and Pattaya, 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.
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.