Which place is cheaper, Edmonton or Cape Canaveral?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cape Canaveral or Edmonton?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Cape Canaveral or Edmonton, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Cape Canaveral or Edmonton?
Cape Canaveral
As a part of the region known as the "Space Coast," Cape Canaveral is best known as the home of America's launch pad, the Kennedy Space Center. The Space Center is located just to the west of the city on Merritt Island. Other features of the cape include the Cape Canaveral lighthouse and Port Canaveral, one of the busiest cruise ports in the world.
Edmonton
The capital of Alberta, Canada, Edmonton has a population of just over one million people in its metropolitan area. It is also North America's northernmost city of this large size. It's a beautiful place to visit because of the North Saskatchewan River Valley which has over one hundred kilometers of hiking trails, wildlife spotting, and overlooks. The valley has a string of parks which are wonderful to visit. In addition to the beautiful outdoor setting and activities, Edmonton also offers the largest shopping mall in North America, West Edmonton Mall. It's also a city with a lot of culture including a lively theater scene, many different festivals, and no shortage of sporting events that you could attend.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America, The Best Luxury Tours to United States of America, The Best Contiki Tours to Canada, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCape Canaveral $220Edmonton $179
The average daily cost (per person) in Cape Canaveral is $220, while the average daily cost in Edmonton is $179. 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 Cape Canaveral and Edmonton in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCape Canaveral $155Edmonton $101
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCape Canaveral $310Edmonton $202
Compare Hotels in Cape Canaveral and Edmonton
Looking for a hotel in Cape Canaveral or Edmonton? 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: Edmonton Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cape Canaveral $35Edmonton $79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cape Canaveral
Also for Cape Canaveral, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Round Trip NASA Space Center/Port Canaveral Private Transfer: $67
- Private Van Transfer from Port Canaveral,Cocoa Beach to MCO: $70
- Canaveral Cruise Port to Orlando Airport (MCO) - Departure Private Transfer: $84
- Canaveral Cruise Port to Orlando Airport (MCO)-Departure Transfer: $84
- One Way MCO Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral Private Transfer: $85
- Private Transfer: Port Canaveral to Orlando Airport MCO in Luxury SUV: $113
- Orlando Airport to/from Port Canaveral Sedan Transfer up to 3 pax: $145
- Round Trip MCO Orlando Airport/Port Canaveral Private Transfer: $170
- Port Canaveral to Orlando Airport MCO and Hotels Private Transfer: $195
- Private Transfer from Port Canaveral to Melbourne: $216
- Private Transfer from Port Canaveral to Pointe Orlando: $232
- Private Transfer from Port Canaveral to Sand Lake: $239
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edmonton
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Edmonton:
- Private Departure Transfer from Hotels to Edmonton Airport: $43
- Edmonton to Edmonton Airport (YEG) - Departure Private Transfer: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Cape Canaveral or Edmonton?
Prices for flights to both Edmonton and Cape Canaveral 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 dayCape Canaveral $43Edmonton $16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cape Canaveral
For Cape Canaveral, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Port Canaveral Food Tours : $125
Typical Food Prices in Edmonton
Some typical examples of dining costs in Edmonton are as follows:
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Snacks$7.26
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cape Canaveral $17Edmonton $91
Tours and Activities in Cape Canaveral
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cape Canaveral.
- Wizard of OZ Museum tour: $30
- Wizard of Oz Museum Entry Ticket: $32
- Self-Guided Kayaking Manatee and Dolphin Tour: $55
- Cocoa Beach Aerial Adventures ticket: $58
- Two Hour Bioluminescence Kayak Tour Near Orlando: $60
- Dolphin & Manatee Kayaking Tour in Orlando Area: $65
- Cape Canaveral Private Surf Lesson with Experienced Instructor: $70
- Fully Guided Kayaking Backwater Manatee and Dolphin Tour: $75
- Victory Cruises Casino Luxury Transportation: $75
- Cocoa Beach Night Time Bioluminescence Kayak Tour: $79
- SUP Paddleboard Lesson and Tour - Port Canaveral & Cocoa Beach: $95
- Wizard of OZ Museum Ticket with Guided Tour by the Owner: $125
Tours and Activities in Edmonton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Edmonton are as follows:
- Discover the Early History of Strathcona with Historic Walking Tour: $4.46
- Edmonton River Valley 60-Minute Segway Adventure: $45
- Edmonton River Valley 90-Minute Segway Adventure: $63
- Edmonton Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- 1-Hour Segway Adventure in Louise McKinney Park: $44
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Romantic Tour Around Edmonton For Couples: $224
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Edmonton by Crazy Dash: $10
- The Best of Edmonton Walking Tour: $224
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCape Canaveral $13Edmonton -
Sample the Local Flavors in Edmonton
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Edmonton:
- Edmonton Brewery Tour: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cape Canaveral and Edmonton, we can see that Cape Canaveral is more expensive. And not only is Edmonton much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Edmonton would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Edmonton 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 Cape Canaveral would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cape Canaveral than you might in Edmonton.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cape Canaveral Expensive? and Is Edmonton Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cape Canaveral or Edmonton?
Edmonton has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Cape Canaveral. When comparing the sizes of Cape Canaveral and Edmonton, 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.