Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Kingston can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Kingston?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $83Kingston $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $83, while the average daily cost in Kingston is $107. 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 Bangkok and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $45Kingston $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $90Kingston $126
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Kingston? 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $6.27Kingston $29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.37
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Skytrain Ticket$4.74
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.95
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Ferry Ride$0.77
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Taxi From Airport$7.41
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Short Taxi Ride$2.67
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Boat Taxi$1.48
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Trains to airport$4.74
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- 2 hrs Ayutthaya Heritage Cultural Triangle by ATV With Transfer: $63
- Affordable Bangkok Airport Transfer: $22
- Airport transfer to Bangkok downtown: $24
- Arrival Private Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK to Bangkok City Luxury Car: $122
- Arrival Private Transfer Bangkok Airport BKK or DMK to Bangkok City by Sedan Car: $17
- Arrival Private Transfers from Bangkok Airport BKK to Bangkok in Luxury Van: $99
- Arrival Private Transfers: Don Mueang Airport DMK to Bangkok in Business Car: $62
- Ayothaya Floating Market Admission Ticket with Transfer(Optional): $9.01
- BANGKOK TRANSFER: Bangkok Airport to Bangkok Hotel + FREE WIFI: $15
- Bangkok Airport (BKK) Transfers Service : $25
- Bangkok Airport (DMK) to Bangkok - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $73
- Bangkok Airport Arrival – Shared Transfer: $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Riu Ocho Rios: $200
- 10. Norman Manley Intl Kingston Airport Fun-Transfer to/from Montego Bay Resorts: $125
- Airport Transfer Norman Manley international airport: $30
- Airport Transfer in Kingston: $50
- Airport transfer from Norman Manley international to Ocho: $240
- All Island Private Transfer To/From Kingston Airport (KIN): $22
- First Class Airport Transfers: $52
- From Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): Private Transfer to Kingston: $388
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (4 - 9 Persons): $117
- Kingston : Private Airport Transfer to Montego Bay: $167
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Jewel Dunn's Resort : $160
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $127
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $20Kingston $26
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$27
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.93
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.33
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.89
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.93
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Pad Thai$2.07
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Airport Lunch for 2$16
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Lunch for 2$22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- Bangkok Food Tour and Sightseeing with Tuktuk: $18
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $21
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $23
- Traditional Thai Cooking Class with Local Market: $25
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $25
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $25
- White Orchid Dinner Cruise Luxury Experience in Bangkok: $27
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $27
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $27
- Must-try: Hidden Bangkok Bike and Food Tour: $28
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $29
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $17Kingston $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$4.74
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$10
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.48
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.93
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Club Cover Charge$11
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$71
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Fish Pedicure$4.45
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.96
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Siriraj Museum (2)$12
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Road to Democracy: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Thailand's Modern Politics: $5.00
- Bangkok Chinatown Eats: A Self-guided Audio Tour: $5.13
- Skip the Line: Ayutthaya Floating Market Admission Ticket: $5.77
- A Self-Guided Tour of Bangkok's Most Picturesque Sights: $6.99
- Bangkok's Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Chinatown Mystery Quest Experience in Bangkok: $7.35
- Bangkok's Wireless Road: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Best of Bangkok in 2 Days: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.19
- Wat Pho Reclining Buddha Self-Guided Audio Tour (entry not incl.): $9.00
- Wat Arun Self-Guided Walking Tour (entry not incl.): $9.00
- Skip the Line Admission Ticket of Ayothaya Floating Market: $9.01
- Reclining Buddha (Wat Pho) Self-Guided Audio Tour: $10
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Montego Bay: All inclusive tours: $30
- Mural Art & National Gallery Walking Tour: $36
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Walk with me in Kingston and Night Tours : $40
- Cannabis Shopping Tour with Lunch: $50
- Ocho Rios Shore Excursion: Bus Tour of Ocho Rios, Fern Gully and Turtle Beach: $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Kingston Half Day Community and Art Tour: $70
- Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $73
- Kingston City Guided Tour - Classic: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $6.49Kingston $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.19
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- The Bangkok Pub Crawl: $27
- Bangkok After Dark: Pub Crawl Adventure: $27
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Kingston, we can see that Kingston is more expensive. And not only is Bangkok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Kingston 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 Bangkok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Bangkok 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 Kingston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kingston than you might in Bangkok.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Kingston?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Kingston, 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 Bangkok or Kingston?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Bangkok or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Bangkok. In July, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Kingston. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Bangkok usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during summer. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bangkok is generally around the same temperature as Kingston. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 29°C (84°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Bangkok during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
November to February is the dry season in Bangkok. May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok. Kingston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets more rain in October than Kingston. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Bangkok. In the autumn, Bangkok often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
Bangkok is around the same temperature as Kingston in the autumn. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 28°C (83°F) in October, and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Kingston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. In January, Bangkok usually receives less rain than Kingston. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston during winter. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Bangkok is around the same temperature as Kingston. Typically, the winter temperatures in Bangkok in January average around 27°C (80°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Kingston. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
May to October in Bangkok is the rainy season. Bangkok usually gets more rain in April than Kingston. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the spring, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
In April, Bangkok is generally a little warmer than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 31°C (87°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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