Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Bilbao?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bilbao or Kingston?
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 Bilbao and Kingston. 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: Bilbao or Kingston?
Bilbao
The industrial city of Bilbao is located on a port of the Nervión River in northern Spain, an important location of Basque country. While the downtown is filled with skyscrapers and innovative architecture, it sits between a river and mountains of natural allure. A city of hard-workers to the core, Bilbao displays remnants of its industrial past, though in more recent years it has transformed into a center for art. It is now a popular location for visitors looking to experience art galleries and museums.
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 G Adventures Tours to Spain, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBilbao €137Kingston €100
The average daily cost (per person) in Bilbao is €137, while the average daily cost in Kingston is €100. 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 Bilbao and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBilbao €72Kingston €59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBilbao €144Kingston €118
Compare Hotels in Bilbao and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Bilbao 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: Bilbao Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bilbao €26Kingston €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bilbao
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bilbao:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Business Car: $60
- Arrival Private Transfer from Bilbao airport BIO to Bilbao City by Luxury Van: $80
- Bilbao Airport Private Arrival Transfer to Various Cities : $45
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Business Car: $50
- Bilbao Airport Transfers : Bilbao City to Bilbao Airport BIO in Luxury Van: $66
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Pamplona: $420
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to San Sebastian: $318
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Santander: $318
- Bilbao Airport Transfers to Vitoria-Gasteiz: $210
- Bilbao Airport to the Basque Country: Private Transfers: $91
- Bilbao city to Bilbao Airport (BIO) - Departure Private Transfer: $49
- Departure Private Transfer from Bilbao City to Bilbao airport BIO by Luxury Van: $80
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
- All Island Private Transfer To/From Kingston Airport (KIN): $22
- From Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): Private Transfer to Kingston: $388
- Kingston : Private Airport Transfer to Montego Bay: $168
- Kingston Airport Taxi Transfers Private ***: $47
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $127
- Kingston Airport to & From Sandals Ocho Rios Transfer: $200
- Kingston Private Airport Transfer : $161
- Kingston Private Airport Transfer to Accommodation in Montego Bay: $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Bilbao or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Bilbao 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 dayBilbao €45Kingston €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bilbao
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bilbao.
- Basque Food Tour with Guide: $86
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairings: $102
- Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao : $109
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class with Open Bar: $113
- Basque Pintxos and Tapas Cooking Class in Bilbao: $115
- The Original Bilbao Food Tour with Wine Pairing: $115
- The High End Food Tour of Bilbao with a Local: $120
- Paella Cooking Class with Sangria in Bilbao: $135
- Private Food Tour, Food Lovers with Tastings: $135
- Paella Cooking Class (with Basque Sangria) in Bilbao: $142
- Traditional Basque Cooking Class with Wine Tasting: $156
- Guggenheim Museum Visit & Private Walking Food Tour: $198
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bilbao €29Kingston €12
Tours and Activities in Bilbao
Here are a few actual costs in Bilbao for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bilbao´s Old Town Responsible Free Walking Tour: $1.94
- Bilbao Cathedral and San Anton Church Entry Ticket: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Panoramic boat tour through the bay of Abra: $6.46
- Bilbao Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour: $7.52
- VITORIA DE LEGEND night tour: $11
- Bilbao Confidential Tour: Crime and Punishment: $13
- 1- or 2-Hour Sightseeing Boat Tour: $15
- Tour of the Great Villas in Getxo and Hanging Bridge: $16
- Bilbao tour: $18
- San Mamés Museum and Stadium Tour: $18
- Bilbao Estuary and Abra Bay Boat Tour: $20
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
- Bob Marley Museum Tour Skip the Line Tickets: $45
- 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
- Kingston City Tour (starting in Kingston): $72
- Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $73
- Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats: $75
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBilbao €21Kingston €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Bilbao
Also in Bilbao, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Bilbao: $25
- Immersive Evening Spanish Wine Tasting w/ Sommelier: $53
- Spanish Wine Tasting with Sommelier (close to Guggenheim museum): $54
- Pintxos and Wine Tasting Tour with Local Guide: $80
- Txakoli, Gaztelugatxe, & Urdaibai with wine tasting: $81
- Guided tour of Txakoli wine tasting and tasting of wine and typical products: $148
- Bilbao Txakoli Wine Tour: $178
- Guided Txacoli Wine Tasting: $188
- Rioja Wine Tour: Winery & Traditional Lunch From Bilbao: $201
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Bilbao: $217
- Rioja Wine Tour: 2 Wineries From Vitoria: $241
- From Rioja Architecture and Wine Tour: $242
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bilbao and Kingston, we can see that Bilbao is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bilbao is in Europe 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Bilbao would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bilbao than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bilbao Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bilbao or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Bilbao. When comparing the sizes of Bilbao 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 Bilbao or Kingston?
Bilbao has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Bilbao or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Bilbao are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Bilbao in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Bilbao is cooler than Kingston. Typically, the summer temperatures in Bilbao in July average around 20°C (68°F), and Kingston averages at about 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Bilbao usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during summer. Bilbao gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Bilbao usually receives more rain than Kingston. Bilbao gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBilbao 20°C (68°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Bilbao or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Bilbao during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Bilbao for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
In October, Bilbao is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Bilbao average around 16°C (62°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Bilbao often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Bilbao gets 125 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
Kingston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Bilbao. Bilbao usually gets less rain in October than Kingston. Bilbao gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBilbao 16°C (62°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Bilbao or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Bilbao and Kingston. The winter months attract visitors to Bilbao because of the museums and the shopping scene. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Bilbao is much colder than Kingston in the winter. The daily temperature in Bilbao averages around 9°C (48°F) in January, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Bilbao usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during winter. Bilbao gets 77 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
Bilbao gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Bilbao usually receives more rain than Kingston. Bilbao gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBilbao 9°C (48°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bilbao or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Bilbao as well as Kingston. The activities around the city are the main draw to Bilbao this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In the spring, Bilbao is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the spring temperatures in Bilbao in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In the spring, Bilbao often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Bilbao gets 117 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
Bilbao receives a lot of rain in the spring. Bilbao usually gets more rain in April than Kingston. Bilbao gets 129 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBilbao 12°C (54°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Bilbao
| Bilbao | Kingston | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 11°C (51°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (66°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (62°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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