Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Auckland?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Auckland or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Auckland and Nassau can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Auckland or Nassau?
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAuckland $141Nassau $189
The average daily cost (per person) in Auckland is $141, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $189. 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 Auckland and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAuckland $89Nassau $109
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAuckland $178Nassau $218
Compare Hotels in Auckland and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Auckland or Nassau? 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: Auckland Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Auckland $16Nassau $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.62
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Airport: $27
- Auckland:City Hotel Transfers to/from Cruise Ship in Minivan: $27
- Private Transfer from Auckland City to Auckland Cruise Port: $39
- Cheap airport transfer: $54
- Auckland:Private 1 way Airport transfer to/from CBD Minivan: $54
- Private Transfer from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Auckland Port: $55
- Private Transfer from Auckland Port to Auckland Airport (AKL): $55
- Auckland Airport Private Transfers in a Luxury Minibus: $57
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to North Shore - Arrival Private Transfer: $60
- Auckland Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Auckland: $68
- Auckland Airport Taxi: Private Transfer One Direction: $72
- Private Transfer From Auckland CBD Hotels To Cruise Ship: $72
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$8.02
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- Transfer Service in Nassau Bahamas: $68
- Shared Shuttle Transfer to NAS Airport - Departure: $34
- Shared Shuttle Transfer from NAS Airport - Arrival: $34
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer- Lincoln Town Car: $225
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $150
- Private Transfer in Nassau: $45
- Private Transfer from Nassau International Airport to Nassau City : $150
- Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port : $125
- Private Transfer from Hotel to Airport Nassau, Bahamas: $150
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Downtown Nassau: $143
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Cable Beach: $143
Is it cheaper to fly into Auckland or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Auckland 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 dayAuckland $27Nassau $53
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Auckland Harbour 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Welcome Drink: $90
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $90
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $105
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Nassau Food Tour and Beach Break: $65
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Sail Catamaran Sunset Dinner Cruise: $116
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Island Food Tour: $140
- Gourmet dinner & sunset cruise on luxury catamaran: $375
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Auckland $28Nassau $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$121
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Explore Auckland's Sailing Spirit: In-App Audio Tour: $5.32
- Auckland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket: $14
- Tree Heart Park Adventure Clue Trail Family Package: $15
- Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket: $17
- Skip the Line: Auckland Museum General Admission Entry Ticket: $17
- Vibrosaun Therapy Experience: $18
- Auckland Sky Tower General Admission Ticket : $24
- Sky Tower General Admission Ticket: $25
- Hologate Virtual Reality Gaming Experience: $29
- The Lagoon Lights Family Experience at Tree Heart Park: $30
- Hop-On Hop-Off Explorer Bus Ticket: $33
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- 3 Hour Island Tour: Swimming with Pigs, Turtles, and Snorkeling: $250
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
- 30 Minutes Jet Car Adventure in Bahamas: $260
- ATV Half Day City Tour in Guided Tour With Free Samples: $250
- ATV Island Tour with Beach Break, Lunch, and Pick-up/Drop-off: $199
- ATV tours by RSR: $230
- All New Weekend Tour with Seafood Snack Portuguese & Spanish : $7.00
- Atlantis Bridge Speed Boat Adventure: $100
- Atlantis Speed Boat Tours: $81
- Bahama Bonanza Cultural Tour: $80
- Bahamas Cabbage Beach Parasailing Adventure: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAuckland $14Nassau $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Wine Tour Tasting Wines on Waiheke: $93
- Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour from Auckland: $106
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $132
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $150
- Waiheke Island: Tour with Wine Tastings and Restaurant Lunch: $150
- From Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $153
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $171
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch: $172
- Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland: $178
- Auckland Coastal Experience - Small Group City & Beach Tour Incl. Wine Tasting: $196
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.52
Sample the Local Flavors in Nassau
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nassau:
- Rum Runners Pub Crawl: $140
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Auckland and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Auckland much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Auckland is in Pacific and Nassau 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 Auckland would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Auckland 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau than you might in Auckland.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Auckland Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Auckland or Nassau?
Auckland has a larger population, and is about 83% larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Auckland and Nassau, 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 Auckland or Nassau?
Auckland has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Auckland or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Auckland as well as Nassau. The beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Auckland this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In January, Auckland is generally cooler than Nassauin July. Daily temperatures in Auckland average around 20°C (68°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Auckland this time of the year. In the summer, Auckland often gets less sunshine than Nassauin July. Auckland gets 240 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Auckland usually gets less rain in January than Nassauin July. Auckland gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyAuckland 20°C (68°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Nassau in the Autumn?
Both Nassau and Auckland are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Auckland for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Auckland is much colder than Nassau in the autumn. The daily temperature in Auckland averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Auckland usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Auckland gets 162 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In April, Auckland usually receives less rain than Nassauin October. Auckland gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberAuckland 16°C (61°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Auckland during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Auckland in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
In the winter, Auckland is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the winter temperatures in Auckland in July average around 11°C (52°F), and Nassau averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Auckland often gets less sunshine than Nassauin January. Auckland gets 141 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Auckland. Auckland usually gets more rain in July than Nassauin January. Auckland gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAuckland 11°C (52°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Nassau in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Auckland and Nassau. Most visitors come to Auckland for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Auckland is generally much colder than Nassauin April. Daily temperatures in Auckland average around 14°C (58°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Auckland usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Auckland gets 192 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
In October, Auckland usually receives more rain than Nassauin April. Auckland gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilAuckland 14°C (58°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Auckland
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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