Which place is cheaper, Winnipeg or Baltimore?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Baltimore or Winnipeg?
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 Baltimore and Winnipeg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Baltimore or Winnipeg?
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
Winnipeg
Winnipeg is the capital of the Canadian province of Manitoba. Its heart is The Forks, a historic site at the intersection of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, with warehouses converted to shops and restaurants, plus ample green space dedicated to festivals, concerts and exhibits. Nearby, the Exchange District is known for its well-preserved, early 20th-century architecture and numerous art galleries. Rising above the prairie, Winnipeg is a metropolis where you least expect it. Cultured, confident and captivating, it’s more than just a pit stop on the Trans-Canada haul, but a destination in its own right, with a couple of world-class museums and a wonderfully diverse dining scene.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBaltimore $184Winnipeg $251
The average daily cost (per person) in Baltimore is $184, while the average daily cost in Winnipeg is $251. 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 Baltimore and Winnipeg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBaltimore $93Winnipeg $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBaltimore $186Winnipeg $184
Compare Hotels in Baltimore and Winnipeg
Looking for a hotel in Baltimore or Winnipeg? 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: Baltimore Hotel Prices and Winnipeg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Baltimore $21Winnipeg -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Airport Transfer Baltimore/Washington International Airport BWI to Washington,DC: $240
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $209
- Airport transfer to or from Silver Spring, MD & Reagan Airport(DCA): $200
- Airport Transfer BWI Airport to Baltimore Downtown Area Only: $160
- Private Transfer to BWI or Washington DC/Airports: $160
- BWI Airport: Transfer to Baltimore or Washington DC: $150
- Departure Private Transfer Baltimore to Baltimore Airport BWI - Business Vehicle: $111
- Arrival Private Transfer Baltimore Airport BWI to Baltimore by Business Vehicle: $111
- Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) to Washington - Arrival Private Transfer: $93
- Baltimore City to Washington City - Private Car Transfer: $63
- Private Arrival Transfer from Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
- Oakland to San Francisco Airport (SFO)-Departure Private Transfer: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Winnipeg
Also for Winnipeg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to Winnipeg Hotels: $61
- Private Transfer from Winnipeg Airport to Winnipeg Accommodation : $37
- Private Transfer from Winnipeg Hotels to Winnipeg Airport: $61
- Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to Winnipeg accomodation - Arrival Private Transfer: $61
- Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to Winnipeg accomodation - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $122
- Winnipeg One way Private transfer from/to the Airport: $200
- Winnipeg accomodation to Winnipeg Airport (YWG) - Departure Private Transfer: $61
- Arrivals Private Transfer from Richardson Airport: $141
Is it cheaper to fly into Baltimore or Winnipeg?
Prices for flights to both Winnipeg and Baltimore 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 dayBaltimore $46Winnipeg $5.40
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Inner Harbor Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner: $67
- Federal Hill Food Tour: $71
- Little Italy and Jonestown Food Tour: $73
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $74
- Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise: $101
- Baltimore Buffet Dinner/Dance Cruise of the Inner Harbor: $119
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise : $126
- Baltimore New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Baltimore $18Winnipeg $2.52
Tours and Activities in Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Antietam National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour: $15
- Assateague Island Cruise Departs from Ocean Pines: $45
- Baltimore Amazing Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $44
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Brunch Cruise Tour: $105
- Baltimore Ghosts By US Ghost Adventures: $24
- Baltimore Harbor Tour: $28
- Baltimore Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $92
- Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Baltimore Signature Lunch Cruise: $76
- Baltimore Walking Foodie Tour in Fells Point: $99
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
- Baltimore's Historical Sightseeing Tour: $41
Tours and Activities in Winnipeg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Winnipeg.
- Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Ghost Tour: $5.11
- Assiniboine Park Self-Guided Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.11
- Wealthy Beginnings Audio Walking Tour: $5.11
- Winnipeg in the Limelight: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $5.11
- The Forks Self-Guided Smartphone Tour with Audio: $5.11
- Manitoba Legislative Grounds Audio Walking Tour: $5.11
- The Forks Historic Site: a Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.23
- Manitoba Legislative Grounds: a Smartphone Audio Tour & Trivia Challenge: $5.23
- Winnipeg in the Limelight: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $5.23
- Discover Assiniboine Park with a Smartphone Audio Tour: $5.23
- Winnipeg's Wealthy Beginnings: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $5.23
- Winnipeg's Most Haunted: a Smartphone Audio Ghost Tour: $5.23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBaltimore $17Winnipeg -
Sample the Local Flavors in Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $33
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- From Patapsco Region Wine Tour with Lunch: $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Baltimore and Winnipeg, we can see that Winnipeg is more expensive. And not only is Baltimore much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Baltimore would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Baltimore 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 Winnipeg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Winnipeg than you might in Baltimore.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Baltimore Expensive? and Is Winnipeg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Baltimore or Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has a larger population, and is about 3% larger than the population of Baltimore. When comparing the sizes of Baltimore and Winnipeg, 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 Baltimore or Winnipeg?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Baltimore or Winnipeg in the Summer?
Both Winnipeg and Baltimore during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Baltimore for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Baltimore is a little warmer than Winnipeg in the summer. The daily temperature in Baltimore averages around 78°F (25°C) in July, and Winnipeg fluctuates around 21°C (71°F).
In Winnipeg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Baltimore. In the summer, Baltimore often gets less sunshine than Winnipeg. Baltimore gets 283 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Winnipeg receives 328 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Baltimore. Baltimore usually gets more rain in July than Winnipeg. Baltimore gets 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBaltimore 78°F (25°C)Winnipeg 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Winnipeg in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Baltimore and Winnipeg. Many visitors come to Baltimore in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Baltimore is much warmer than Winnipeg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Baltimore in October average around 57°F (14°C), and Winnipeg averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Baltimore usually receives more sunshine than Winnipeg during autumn. Baltimore gets 196 hours of sunny skies, while Winnipeg receives 147 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Baltimore usually receives more rain than Winnipeg. Baltimore gets 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBaltimore 57°F (14°C)Winnipeg 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Winnipeg in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Baltimore as well as Winnipeg. Most visitors come to Baltimore for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Winnipeg can be very cold. Baltimore can be very cold during winter. In January, Baltimore is generally much warmer than Winnipeg. Daily temperatures in Baltimore average around 32°F (0°C), and Winnipeg fluctuates around -17°C (2°F).
In the winter, Baltimore often gets more sunshine than Winnipeg. Baltimore gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Winnipeg receives 115 hours of full sun.
Baltimore usually gets more rain in January than Winnipeg. Baltimore gets 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBaltimore 32°F (0°C)Winnipeg -17°C (2°F)
Should I visit Baltimore or Winnipeg in the Spring?
Both Winnipeg and Baltimore are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Baltimore because of the activities around the city.
Baltimore is much warmer than Winnipeg in the spring. The daily temperature in Baltimore averages around 54°F (12°C) in April, and Winnipeg fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
It's quite sunny in Winnipeg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Baltimore. Baltimore usually receives less sunshine than Winnipeg during spring. Baltimore gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Winnipeg receives 248 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Baltimore usually receives more rain than Winnipeg. Baltimore gets 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBaltimore 54°F (12°C)Winnipeg 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Winnipeg and Baltimore
| Baltimore | Winnipeg | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) | -17°C (2°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | -14°C (8°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) | -6°C (22°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Apr | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 5°C (42°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) | 21°C (71°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 inches (107 mm) | 20°C (68°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | 14°C (57°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 7°C (45°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) | -3°C (26°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | -13°C (9°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
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