Which place is cheaper, Montego Bay or Cesis?
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 Cesis or Montego Bay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cesis and Montego Bay 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: Cesis or Montego Bay?
Cesis
Cesis is the quintessential old world town in Latvia. It is nestled among rolling hills, giving it a beautiful, fantasy world like setting. The small town is sprinkled with old castles, fortresses, and parks that you can leisurely wander through to pass the time. There's a lovely town square that is the perfect place to grab a seat on a bench and people watch. Because of the square's central location, many residents pass through it on their way to and from the market. The town is intertwined with lovely cobblestone streets that are lined with old homes, in various stages of disrepair. Cesis manages to perfectly balance a level of authentic wear and tear with a fairytale ambiance. Outside of town you'll find great hiking trails that you can use to explore the rolling hills and picturesque countryside. The small town is also conveniently located less than 100 kilometers from Riga, making it an easy trip on a bus.
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCesis €138Montego Bay €223
The average daily cost (per person) in Cesis is €138, while the average daily cost in Montego Bay is €223. 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 Cesis and Montego Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCesis €47Montego Bay €88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCesis €94Montego Bay €176
Compare Hotels in Cesis and Montego Bay
Looking for a hotel in Cesis or Montego Bay? 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: Montego Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cesis €30Montego Bay €13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- 2727lounge/Magarativille/Pier1 & taboo nightlife private transfer: $45
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Resort: $45
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Montego Bay: $14
- Airport (MBJ) Round Trip Transfer in Montego Bay: $60
- Airport - Ocho Rios Hotels Transfers and Returns: $260
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfers, to Montego Bay Airbnb & Resorts: $53
- Airport Private Round Trip Transfer: $30
- Airport Private Transfers from Montego Bay to Hilton Rose Hall: $21
- Airport Transfer: $80
- Airport Transfer From Kingston: $200
- Airport Transfer MBJ Montego Bay to Kingston: $150
- Airport Transfer Negril Hotels: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Cesis or Montego Bay?
Prices for flights to both Montego Bay and Cesis 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 dayCesis €71Montego Bay €122
Typical Food Prices in Cesis
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cesis:
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Lunch in town for two€6.67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Lunch or Dinner Dining Experience in Montego Bay: $40
- Dinner or Lunch with Pickup from Montego Bay: $50
- Montego Bay Jerk Tour and Rum Punch Mixology/Food Tour: $50
- Street Food Tour in Montego Bay: $59
- Mystic Lagoon Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Lagoon Swim: $95
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica: $117
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $135
- Jamaican Seafood Street Food Tour from Montego Bay, Falmouth: $150
- Sunset Boat Cruise and Luminous Lagoon with Dinner and Transfer: $150
- Private Beach Day and Street Food Tour from Montego Bay: $170
- Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations: $175
- Restaurant Transportation for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Montego Bay: $180
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cesis €16Montego Bay €27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach€2.30
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Snorkeling Trip€16
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One Tank Dive€32
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride€37
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Lethe Rafting And Margaritaville Tour from Montego Bay: $20
- Montego Bay Beach Day Experience: $20
- Souvenirs and Gift shopping Tour in Montego Bay: $20
- Montego Bay Bamboo Rafting and Hip Strip Private Tour: $22
- Cinnamon Hill Great House Tour: Home of Johnny Cash: $23
- Night Life Tour in Montego Bay with complimentary section: $25
- Montego Bay Cruise Ship Port to Doctor's Cave Beach and City Tour: $29
- Private Tour Souvenir Shopping in Montego Bay: $30
- Explore the Beauty of Montego Bay Nature Tour in Jamaica: $30
- Great River Bamboo Rafting and Limestone Foot Massage Tour From Montego Bay: $30
- Bob Marley 9 Mile Tour Admission: $35
- Half-Day Private Guided Ricks Café & Negril Seven Mile Beach Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCesis €17Montego Bay €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39
- Montego Bay Pub Crawl To Negril and Rick's Cafe: $255
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cesis and Montego Bay, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Cesis much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cesis is in Europe and Montego Bay 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 Cesis would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cesis 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Cesis.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cesis Expensive? and Is Montego Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cesis or Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Cesis. When comparing the sizes of Cesis and Montego Bay, 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 Cesis or Montego Bay?
Cesis has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cesis or Montego Bay in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cesis and Montego Bay. The summer months attract visitors to Cesis because of the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Cesis is much colder than Montego Bay in the summer. The daily temperature in Cesis averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In July, Cesis usually receives more rain than Montego Bay. Cesis gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCesis 17°C (63°F)Montego Bay 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Cesis or Montego Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cesis as well as Montego Bay. The hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cesis this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
In the autumn, Cesis is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cesis in October average around 7°C (45°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Montego Bay. Cesis usually gets less rain in October than Montego Bay. Cesis gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCesis 7°C (45°F)Montego Bay 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Cesis or Montego Bay in the Winter?
Both Montego Bay and Cesis are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Cesis for the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Cesis. In January, Cesis is generally much colder than Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Cesis average around -5°C (23°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In January, Cesis usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Cesis gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCesis -5°C (23°F)Montego Bay 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Cesis or Montego Bay in the Spring?
Both Montego Bay and Cesis during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Cesis in the spring for the small town charm and the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
Cesis is much colder than Montego Bay in the spring. The daily temperature in Cesis averages around 5°C (42°F) in April, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Cesis usually gets less rain in April than Montego Bay. Cesis gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCesis 5°C (42°F)Montego Bay 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Montego Bay and Cesis
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (24°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | -0°C (31°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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.