A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Aalborg vs. Montego Bay for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Aalborg or Montego Bay?

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 Aalborg and Montego Bay. 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: Aalborg or Montego Bay?

Aalborg

Aalborg is the fourth largest city in Denmark with a population of over 200,000. It is an industrial and university city in the north of Jutland. Aalborg is a cultural hub as it is home to many historical museums, and performance venues.

Montego Bay

As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Denmark, and The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark.


Which place is cheaper, Montego Bay or Aalborg?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Aalborg is $209, while the average daily cost in Montego Bay is $255. 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 Aalborg and Montego Bay in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Aalborg $96
    Montego Bay $100
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Aalborg $192
    Montego Bay $200
Compare Hotels in Aalborg and Montego Bay

Looking for a hotel in Aalborg or Montego Bay? 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.

Hotels in Aalborg


Hotels in Montego Bay


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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: Aalborg Hotel Prices and Montego Bay Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Aalborg $35
    Montego Bay $14

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aalborg

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aalborg:

  • Private Airport and City Transfers in Aalborg: $96
  • Aalborg Private Transfer from Aalborg (AAL) Airport to City centre: $144
  • Aalborg Private Transfer from Aalborg city centre to Aalborg airport: $144
  • Private Transfer from Aalborg Airport (AAL) to Skagen Cruise Port: $210
  • Private Transfer from Aalborg City Hotels to Skagen Cruise Port: $210

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:

  • Montego Bay Private Transfer with Airport Pickup and Dropoff : $20
  • Shared Airport Transfer To Montego Bay Hotels: $55
  • Airport Transfer Service In Montego bay: $95
  • Brown Boss Private Airport Transfers: $20
  • Club Mobay VIP Lounge Access and Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $113
  • Eden Bay Private Airport Transfer: $50
  • Excellence Oyster Bay Private Transfer: $40
  • Excellence Resort Private Airport Transfer: $40
  • Experience Jamaica Private Tour with Airport Transfer: $100
  • Experience private Airport Transfer to Falmouth: $50
  • From Kingston One Way Shared Transfer to Montego Bay Airport: $44
  • Grand Palladium Resort Private Transfer: $40

Is it cheaper to fly into Aalborg or Montego Bay?

Prices for flights to both Montego Bay and Aalborg 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Aalborg $89
    Montego Bay $139

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.

  • Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $10
  • 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
  • Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica : $130
  • Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $150
  • Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations : $158
  • PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $190

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Aalborg $26
    Montego Bay $31

Tours and Activities in Aalborg

Here are a few actual costs in Aalborg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 3-Hours Street Art Tour in Aalborg: $48
  • Denmark: Tour of Aalborg in Spanish: $118
  • Wonderful Christmas in Aalborg - Private Walking Tour: $1,434

Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:


  • Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach
    $2.63
  • Snorkeling Trip
    $18
  • One Tank Dive
    $37
  • 1.5 Hr Horseback Ride
    $42

Tours and Activities in Montego Bay

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:

  • Explore the Beauty of Montego Bay Nature Tour in Jamaica: $30
  • Luminous Lagoon Admission Tickets: $40
  • Jet Car Experience/ clear kayak photo shoot in Montego Bay: $40
  • Jamaica Bamboo Rafting Experience with Lime Stone Massage: $50
  • 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
  • Montego Bay Sight Seeing with Tour Guide : $50
  • Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $54
  • Bamboo Rafting Adventure with Limestone Massage from Montego Bay: $55
  • Montego Bay & Falmouth Hotels, Souvenir Shopping and sightseeing: $60
  • Private Tour in Dunns River Falls: $60
  • Luminous Lagoon Glow in the Dark Boat Tour from Montego Bay: $65
  • Private Montego Bay Customized Tour with Pickup and Guide: $65

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Aalborg $21
    Montego Bay $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay

Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aalborg and Montego Bay, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Aalborg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aalborg is in Europe and Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Aalborg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aalborg 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Aalborg.

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


Which is Bigger, Aalborg or Montego Bay?

Aalborg has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Montego Bay. When comparing the sizes of Aalborg and Montego Bay, 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.


When is the best time to visit Aalborg or Montego Bay?

Aalborg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Aalborg or Montego Bay in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aalborg and Montego Bay. Most visitors come to Aalborg for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the summer, Aalborg is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the summer temperatures in Aalborg in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 28°C (82°F).

In July, Aalborg usually receives around the same amount of rain as Montego Bay. Aalborg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Aalborg 16°C (61°F) 
    Montego Bay 28°C (82°F)

Should I visit Aalborg or Montego Bay in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Aalborg as well as Montego Bay. The autumn months attract visitors to Aalborg because of the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.

In October, Aalborg is generally much colder than Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Aalborg average around 9°C (48°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

It's quite rainy in Montego Bay. Aalborg usually gets less rain in October than Montego Bay. Aalborg gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Aalborg 9°C (48°F) 
    Montego Bay 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Aalborg or Montego Bay in the Winter?

Both Montego Bay and Aalborg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Aalborg this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

It's quite cold in Aalborg in the winter. Aalborg is much colder than Montego Bay in the winter. The daily temperature in Aalborg averages around -1°C (31°F) in January, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).

In January, Aalborg usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Aalborg gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Aalborg -1°C (31°F) 
    Montego Bay 24°C (75°F)

Should I visit Aalborg or Montego Bay in the Spring?

Both Montego Bay and Aalborg during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Aalborg for the small town charm. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.

In the spring, Aalborg is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the spring temperatures in Aalborg in April average around 6°C (43°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 25°C (77°F).

Aalborg usually gets less rain in April than Montego Bay. Aalborg gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Aalborg 6°C (43°F) 
    Montego Bay 25°C (77°F)

Typical Weather for Montego Bay and Aalborg

Aalborg Montego Bay
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -1°C (31°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 24°C (75°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Feb -0°C (31°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 24°C (75°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Mar 2°C (36°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Apr 6°C (43°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 25°C (77°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
May 11°C (51°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 26°C (79°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 14°C (58°F) 51 mm (2 in) 27°C (81°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jul 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 28°C (82°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 16°C (60°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Sep 13°C (55°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 27°C (81°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Oct 9°C (48°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 27°C (81°F) 130 mm (5.1 in)
Nov 3°C (38°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 26°C (79°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Dec 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 25°C (77°F) 100 mm (3.9 in)