How much does it cost to go to Thailand? Full analysis of the latest budget for 2023
With the comprehensive recovery of international tourism, Thailand has become a popular choice for Chinese people to travel abroad due to its high cost performance. This article will combine the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days to break down the cost structure of Thailand travel in detail to help you plan your itinerary easily.
1. Analysis of air ticket price fluctuations (data in August 2023)

| Departure city | Lowest price one way | Average round trip price | Promotion period |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shanghai | ¥890 | ¥2,100 | Every Tuesday morning |
| Beijing | ¥1,050 | ¥2,400 | Last 3 days at the end of the month |
| Guangzhou | ¥760 | ¥1,800 | First flight date of new route |
| Chengdu | ¥1,200 | ¥2,600 | Before and after holidays |
*Note: The price includes tax and does not include baggage allowance. Recently, many airlines have launched "Student Back to School Season" special promotions
2. Comparison of accommodation cost tiers
| city/region | Youth hostel beds | Budget hotel | four star hotel | seaside villa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok city | ¥60-80 | ¥200-300 | ¥500-700 | N/A |
| Phuket Beach | ¥80-100 | ¥350-450 | ¥800-1,200 | ¥2,500+/night |
| Chiang Mai ancient city | ¥40-60 | ¥150-250 | ¥400-600 | N/A |
*Data source: Agoda/Booking real-time quotes in the past 7 days, Koh Samui house prices dropped by 15% due to the rainy season
3. Daily consumption detailed list
| project | Economical | Comfortable | Deluxe |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOOD | ¥60-100 | ¥150-200 | ¥300+ |
| transportation | ¥30(bus+BTS) | ¥80(taxi) | ¥150 (chartered car) |
| Attraction tickets | ¥50-100 | ¥150-200 | ¥300+(VIP channel) |
| Shopping/Entertainment | ¥50-100 | ¥200-300 | No limit |
| Tips | ¥10-20 | ¥30-50 | ¥100+ |
4. The latest visa and insurance policies
1. Visa on arrival fee: ¥400 (including tip)
2. Electronic signature fee: ¥240 (requires 3 working days in advance)
3. Travel insurance recommendation: ¥50-200/week (including COVID-19 medical care)
4. Customs cash spot check: individual currency equivalent of ¥4,000
5. 7-day itinerary budget plan
| Consumption level | Total budget for one person | total budget for couples | Contains items |
|---|---|---|---|
| backpacker | ¥4,500-6,000 | ¥7,000-8,000 | Economy class + youth hostel + public transportation |
| Regular tour | ¥7,000-9,000 | ¥12,000-15,000 | Including island hopping + SPA experience |
| Quality tour | ¥12,000+ | ¥20,000+ | Five-star hotel + private tour guide |
Hot reminder:
1. According to the latest announcement from the Tourism Authority of Thailand, a tourism tax of ¥100/person will be levied starting from September 2023.
2. The popular "Fruit Xishi" stall on Douyin costs ¥80-150/person
3. The recently hotly discussed "Thai Version of Disney" ticket is ¥280 including transfers
4. Xiaohongshu recommends Internet celebrity restaurants in Bangkok for ¥200 per person and requires reservations 1 week in advance.
Money-saving tips:
- Taking a taxi with Grab/Bolt is 30% cheaper than a traditional taxi
- Prices in Wednesday night markets are generally 20% lower than on weekends
- Search "Thailand King Power Duty Free Shop" on WeChat to receive a ¥120 coupon
- Buying SIM cards online in advance is 50% cheaper than at the airport
To sum up, tourism in Thailand is rich and frugal, and it is recommended to flexibly combine consumption items according to personal needs. Recently, the Thai baht exchange rate has been floating in the range of 4.8-5.0. You can pay attention to bank foreign exchange promotions before traveling.
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