Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Pattaya?
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 Pattaya or Pyeongchang?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Pattaya and Pyeongchang 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: Pattaya or Pyeongchang?
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.
Pyeongchang
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bangkok, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Phuket, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPattaya $93Pyeongchang $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Pattaya is $93, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $133. 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 Pattaya and Pyeongchang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPattaya $27Pyeongchang $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPattaya $54Pyeongchang $122
Compare Hotels in Pattaya and Pyeongchang
Looking for a hotel in Pattaya or Pyeongchang? 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: Pattaya Hotel Prices and Pyeongchang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pattaya $13Pyeongchang $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pattaya
Also for Pattaya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Underwater World at Pattaya Admission Ticket with Return Transfer: $41
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Pattaya HTL-APT (BKK): $59
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Pattaya HTL-APT (DMK): $67
- Tiffany’s Show Pattaya – VIP Gold/Diamond with Transfers: $75
- Tiffany's Show Pattaya Admission Ticket with Return Transfer (SHA Plus): $70
- Tiffany Show Pattaya with Transfer: $74
- Tiffany Show Pattaya with Transfer: $74
- Tiffany Show Pattaya Tickets With Transfers: $53
- The Sanctuary of Truth Pattaya Ticket & Transfer Optional: $19
- Teddy Bear Museum in Pattaya with Return Transfer: $22
- Ripley's Believe It or Not! Museum at Pattaya with Return Transfer: $58
- Ramayana Water Park with Transfer from Pattaya : $89
Is it cheaper to fly into Pattaya or Pyeongchang?
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang and Pattaya 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 dayPattaya $43Pyeongchang $47
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: $45
- Ocean Sky Pattaya Dinner Cruise with Live Entertainment : $54
- Pattaya Night Guided Tour with Dinner: $54
- Ocean Sky Dinner Cruise with Live Cabaret Show in Pattaya: $60
- 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.Pattaya $24Pyeongchang $50
Tours and Activities in Pattaya
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pattaya.
- Andamanda Waterpark Phuket Ticketed Fun: $53
- Private Wachira Benchathat Tour with Transportation: $287
- 1 Hour ATV Off Road Adventure In Pattaya: $72
- 6 Hour Private Selfie City Tour in the Landmark of Pattaya: $102
- Admission Ticket to Ramayana Water Park in Pattaya: $39
- Alcazar Cabaret Show Pattaya Admission Ticket: $50
- Alcazar Cabaret Show Tickets: $50
- All Star Cabaret Cruise Pattaya with Indian Buffet Lunch: $49
- Art In Paradise Pattaya Admission Ticket: $12
- Art in Paradise 3D Art Museum Entry Ticket in Pattaya: $9.34
- Art in Paradise Pattaya 3D Illusion Museum Ticket : $13
- Art in Paradise Pattaya Entrance (Ticket Only): $8.51
Tours and Activities in Pyeongchang
For Pyeongchang, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Alpensia 2D1N Ski Lift Tour: $141
- Balwangsan Cable Car & Samyang Ranch One Day Tour: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPattaya $9.42Pyeongchang $8.69
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pattaya and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang is more expensive. And not only is Pattaya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pattaya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pattaya 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang than you might in Pattaya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pattaya Expensive? and Is Pyeongchang Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Pattaya or Pyeongchang?
Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Pattaya experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Pattaya or Pyeongchang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pattaya and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Pattaya year-round.
In July, Pattaya is generally a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Pattaya average around 29°C (84°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Pattaya usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during summer. Pattaya gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun in the summer.
Pyeongchang receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Pattaya gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPattaya 29°C (84°F)Pyeongchang 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Pyeongchang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Pattaya as well as Pyeongchang. Pattaya attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Pattaya is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pattaya averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pattaya this time of the year. In the autumn, Pattaya often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Pattaya gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Pyeongchang. Pattaya receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pattaya usually gets more rain in October than Pyeongchang. Pattaya gets 258 mm (10.2 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year. Also, December to April in Pattaya is the dry season. June to October in Pattaya is the rainy season.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPattaya 28°C (82°F)Pyeongchang 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Pyeongchang in the Winter?
Both Pyeongchang and Pattaya are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Pattaya throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Pyeongchang. In the winter, Pattaya is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pattaya in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 0°C (33°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pattaya. Pattaya usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during winter. Pattaya gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 190 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Pattaya usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Pattaya gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPattaya 27°C (80°F)Pyeongchang 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Pattaya or Pyeongchang in the Spring?
Both Pyeongchang and Pattaya during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Pattaya because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Pattaya is generally much warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Pattaya average around 30°C (86°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Pyeongchang, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pattaya. In the spring, Pattaya often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Pattaya gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun.
Pattaya usually gets less rain in April than Pyeongchang. Pattaya gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year. December to April is the dry season in Pattaya. June to October is the rainy season in Pattaya.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPattaya 30°C (86°F)Pyeongchang 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pyeongchang and Pattaya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 30°C (86°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| May | 30°C (85°F) | 202 mm (7.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 232 mm (9.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 258 mm (10.2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 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.