Last updated: 5 September 2026. Ranges are indicative for one person, checked September 2026 and converted at about 44 THB to the pound.. Totals are the sums of the item ranges. Most months land inside the range, not at either end.
The monthly numbers
Indicative ranges for one person, for a UK traveller: British visitors doing a slower trip: a month or so in one base before moving on, mixing sightseeing with ordinary daily life Everything is priced in baht first and converted at about 44 THB to the pound.
| Item | Per month (THB) | Approx (GBP) |
|---|---|---|
| Rent, monthly rental or serviced studio | 13,000 to 26,000 | £295 to £590 |
| Utilities, internet and phone | 2,500 to 4,500 | £55 to £100 |
| Local food and markets | 7,000 to 11,000 | £160 to £250 |
| Western food, groceries and coffee | 2,500 to 6,000 | £55 to £135 |
| Transportscooter rental plus taxis | 2,000 to 4,500 | £45 to £100 |
| Travel insurance | 700 to 1,200 | £15 to £25 |
| Visa and immigration, spread monthlyvisa-exempt entry, extensions spread monthly | 100 to 300 | £0 to £5 |
| Boat trips, tours and misc | 5,000 to 11,000 | £115 to £250 |
| Estimated total | 32,800 to 64,500 | £745 to £1,465 |
Ranges are indicative for one person, mid-2026, converted at about 44 THB to the pound. Totals are the sums of the ranges; most months land inside, not at, either end. Check the live rate before committing.
Where the money goes
A month on Phuket is a brilliant holiday and an expensive habit. Budget 33,000 to 65,000 baht, about 745 to 1,465 pounds, for the full traveller month: a monthly rental or serviced studio at 13,000 to 26,000 baht, scooter hire, boat trips and a fair nightlife allowance. The island rewards you with the country's best beach-day infrastructure.
What to watch
The extras line is where Phuket differs from the rest of Thailand: boat trips to Phi Phi and James Bond Island, dive courses and island-hopping are the point of being here, so we carry 5,000 to 11,000 baht for tours and misc rather than pretending you will skip them. Book trips from local operators in Phuket Town rather than beachfront desks and the same day out costs meaningfully less.
Practical notes
Timing tip: green season, May to October, halves accommodation costs and delivers mostly dry mornings with dramatic afternoon storms. If your month must be in high season, negotiate the weekly rate down by committing to four weeks upfront, and stay a scooter ride back from the beach rather than on it.
Convert your own budget
If your income or holiday fund is in pounds, the rate is part of your cost of living. Quick conversions nearest this budget: £1,000 in Thai baht and £1,500 in Thai baht, or use the live GBP to THB converter before committing to rent or a transfer.
Where to read next
- Phuket cost of living guide
- Phuket: UK retiree budget
- Phuket: digital nomad budget
- How much baht for two weeks
- ATM fees in Thailand
- Best card for Thailand
- Thailand cost of living hub
Frequently asked questions
How much is a month in Phuket for a UK traveller?
Plan for 33,000 to 65,000 baht, about 745 to 1,465 pounds, with monthly rental, scooter, travel insurance and a proper boat-trip budget. Lean months under 700 pounds are possible in green season with guesthouses and local food; high season with western dining pushes past 1,300 pounds.
Is Phuket worth it compared to cheaper islands?
For a first long visit, usually yes: it has the flights, the hospitals, the trips and the infrastructure, so a month runs smoothly. Cheaper alternatives like Krabi trade some convenience for lower costs. If your month is mostly beach days with a few big excursions, Phuket earns its premium.
How do I keep Phuket affordable for a month?
Three levers: go green season, stay a scooter ride inland from the beach, and book big trips from Phuket Town operators. Together they can take a quarter off the month without changing what you actually do.
How we costed this: How we costed this: figures come from The Baht's existing guide baselines, published rental listings and reader reports, checked September 2026 and converted at about 44 THB to the pound. See the methodology page for how ranges and rates are handled Read the full methodology before relying on any figure here, and check the cost of living hub for the city-by-city baseline.