Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Auckland?
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 Auckland or Roatan?
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 Roatan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Auckland or Roatan?
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.
Roatan
Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Auckland Prices
New Zealand PricesRoatan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAuckland $172Roatan $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Auckland is $172, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAuckland $100Roatan $10
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAuckland $200Roatan $20
Compare Hotels in Auckland and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Auckland or Roatan? 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 Roatan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Auckland $18Roatan $17
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$9.57
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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:
- Arrival Transfer: Auckland Airport to Auckland Central City Centre: $25
- Departure Transfer: Auckland Central City Centre to Auckland Airport: $25
- AKL Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $26
- Private 1-Way Transfer to/from Airport: $26
- Auckland:City Hotel Transfers to/from Cruise Ship in Minivan: $32
- Private Airport Transfer: Hotel → Auckland Airport (AKL): $40
- Auckland Downtown Hotel Transfers to/from Cruise Ship in Minivan: $42
- Airport Private Transfer: $43
- Auckland Airport Transfer To and From City Center: $48
- Auckland CBD to Auckland Airport - ONEWAY Private Transfer: $51
- Auckland:Private 1 way Airport transfer to/from CBD Minivan: $58
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport Oaks To Auckland City: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$3.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Ultimate West Bay Beach Day: Pass & Transfers Included: $55
- Roatan West Bay Beach Break with Roundtrip Transfer: $75
- Roatan Private Transfers: Airport, Cruise Port or Hotel: $110
- Roatan Island hotels to Mahogany Bay Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $99
- Roatan Buggy Adventure, Snorkeling, Beach Pass plus Private Transfer: $207
- Private Transfer from Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan Hotels: $154
- Mayan Eden Eco Park, Chocolate Factory & Transfer: $65
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan Island hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $123
- Let's Go Native Roatan City Cultural Tour, Transfer: $80
- King Kong Extreme Zipline, City Tour and Transfer: $130
- Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $114
Is it cheaper to fly into Auckland or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan 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 $46Roatan $15
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $93
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $101
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $102
- Ponsonby Road Food Tour in Auckland: $113
- Auckland Downtown Food Tour with 5 Locals Favorite Dishes: $129
- Waiheke Island: Private Sunset Wine Tour & 2 Course Dinner: $392
- Māori Evening Dinner and Private Show Experience: $519
- From Kiwi Bird Encounter & 3-Course Dinner Tour: $550
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Private Roundtrip Transfer to West End for Dinner and Nightlife: $70
- Cooking classes from a Local!: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Auckland $28Roatan $25
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:
- Auckland to Volcanoes: North Island Self-Guided Adventure: $8.27
- Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket: $9.27
- Auckland City Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $9.99
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories: $12
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket and Guided Tour: $14
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket: $14
- Explore Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Skip the Line: Auckland Museum General Admission Ticket: $16
- Vibrosaun Therapy Experience: $18
- Waitematā Harbour Cruise with Live Commentary: $20
- Odyssey Sensory Maze Entry Auckland Ticket: $23
- Scenic Harbour Cruise in Auckland: $23
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- 2 Hour Zip Lining Private Tour in Mahogany Bay: $65
- 4 Hours Private Tour with Snorkel Experience in Roatan: $50
- ATV & community adventure, Mangrove tour, food tasting and Beach: $139
- ATV Adventure , Zip Line , Horseback Ride Combo Tour: $175
- ATV Safari and Horseback Adventure at Mahogany Bay: $132
- ATV-Off Road + Roatan City Tour: $120
- ATVS, Sloths and Monkeys, Beach Break Private Tour: $130
- Atv Island Tour: $140
- Catamaran Cruise, Open Bar, Food and Snorkeling: $165
- Crazy Clem Sloths, Monkeys & Island Adventure With a local guide: $85
- Cruise Excursion – 2 Scuba Dives with transport (for certified divers): $185
- Cruise Ship Combo: Sloths, Chocolate Factory, City Tour, Beach, Private Shuttle: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAuckland $13Roatan $6.56
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 Island Wine Tour & Local Wine Tasting: $110
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $120
- Kumeu Wineries, Muriwai / Hallertau Brewery: $153
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $159
- Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue: $168
- Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland: $177
- Muriwai GANNET Colony & Wine Tasting - Half Day Tour Ex Auckland: $180
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $180
- Kumeu Wine Tasting & Local Flavours Tour: Vines, Brews & Views: $180
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $183
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $186
- City Tour with Wine Tasting and Black Sand Beach: $217
Sample the Local Flavors in Roatan
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Roatan:
- Bar Crawl Tour in West End Village by Pedibike- Let the Good Times Roll: $80
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Auckland and Roatan, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Auckland is in Pacific and Roatan is in Central America, 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland than you might in Roatan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Auckland Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Auckland or Roatan?
Auckland has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Auckland and Roatan, 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.
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.