A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Coffs Harbour vs. Nadi (Port Denarau) for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Coffs Harbour or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Coffs Harbour and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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: Coffs Harbour or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Coffs Harbour

Coffs Harbour is in New South Wales between Brisbane and Sydney. Historically, Coffs Harbour has been a popular vacation destination among families, particularly Australian families. Most visitors today are families that are carrying on a longstanding tradition and bringing their children to the holiday destination of their childhood. You'll also find backpackers who spend up to a week here, dividing the trip between Sydney and Brisbane. The area has a well established tourist infrastructure that is not as trendy as that in Byron Bay, but it remains a wonderful community to visit if you're not looking for the party atmosphere.

Nadi (Port Denarau)

Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Australia, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Australia.


Which place is cheaper, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Coffs Harbour?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Coffs Harbour Prices
    Australia Prices
    Nadi (Port Denarau) Prices
    Fiji Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Coffs Harbour $174
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $198

The average daily cost (per person) in Coffs Harbour is $174, while the average daily cost in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $198. 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 Coffs Harbour and Nadi (Port Denarau) in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Coffs Harbour $63
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $106
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Coffs Harbour $126
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $212
Compare Hotels in Coffs Harbour and Nadi (Port Denarau)

Looking for a hotel in Coffs Harbour or Nadi (Port Denarau)? 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.

Hotels in Coffs Harbour


Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau)


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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: Coffs Harbour Hotel Prices and Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Coffs Harbour $22
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.81

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):

  • Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private transfer dropoff Nadi Airport or resort : $168
  • Treetops Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $128
  • Shuttle transfer to Nadi Airport : $49
  • Shared transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $92
  • Shared Transfer from Nadi Airport Fiji to Nadi area hotels: $9.15
  • Shared Departure Transfer : Hotel to Airport: $18
  • Roundtrip Transfer Nadi Int Airport -Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay(CFC APPROVED): $53
  • Roundtrip Transfer :Nadi Airport to Crowne Plaza Hotel Nadi bay: $27
  • Roundtrip Nadi Airport -Sofitel Resort & Spa(Private Transfer]: $30
  • Round trip Transfer Airport to Coral Coast /Denarau Hotels : $55
  • Round Trip Private Transfer From Nadi Airport To Your Resort : $23
  • Private Transfers Nadi Airport Fiji to Intercontinental Resort / Yatule Resort: $32

Is it cheaper to fly into Coffs Harbour or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Prices for flights to both Nadi (Port Denarau) and Coffs Harbour 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Coffs Harbour $89
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $69

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Coffs Harbour $42
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $32
Typical Entertainment Prices in Coffs Harbour

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Coffs Harbour's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Surfing Museum (for 2)
    $7.20

Tours and Activities in Coffs Harbour

For Coffs Harbour, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Treetops Adventure Tree Ropes Course: $46

Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:

  • "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $118
  • 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $164
  • Authentic Fijian Day Tour: $83
  • Best Sightseeing Tour : $132
  • Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka) : $100
  • CFC Hot Spring Mud Pool,Garden Of Sleeping Giant And Village Visit Half Day Tour: $105
  • Coral Coast Heritage Tour : $99
  • Coral Coast Sightseeing & Pottery Village Tour: $80
  • Cultural Night Tour: $80
  • Discover Coral Coast & Natadola Beach Tour: $114
  • Fiji Adventure: Biausevu Waterfall & Dunes hiking Combo Tour!: $135
  • Fiji Island Cultural Experience with Lunch : $184

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Coffs Harbour $8.41
    Nadi (Port Denarau) $11


When comparing the travel costs between Coffs Harbour and Nadi (Port Denarau), we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Pacific, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Coffs Harbour Expensive? and Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Coffs Harbour or Nadi (Port Denarau)?

Coffs Harbour has a larger population, and is about 49% larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Coffs Harbour and Nadi (Port Denarau), 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.