Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Colorado Springs?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Colorado Springs or Montreal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Colorado Springs and Montreal can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Colorado Springs or Montreal?
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs is the second largest city in the state of Colorado. It is located in the northeastern tip of the south central region of the state and is in a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and alpine trees. It is also referred to as "America's Olympic City" because it is the location of the United States Olympic Training Center.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayColorado Springs $155Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Colorado Springs is $155, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $209. 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 Colorado Springs and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personColorado Springs $81Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomColorado Springs $162Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Colorado Springs and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Colorado Springs or Montreal? 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: Colorado Springs Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Colorado Springs $38Montreal $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Colorado Springs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Colorado Springs:
- Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport to Snowmass -Arrival Transfer: $295
- Snowmass Ski Resort to BJC Airport - Departure Transfer: $295
- Snowmass/Aspen to Denver Centennial Airport - Departure Transfer: $295
- Snowmass/Aspen to Denver Airport DEN - Departure Private Transfer: $295
- Private Transfer from Beaver Creek Ski Resort to Denver Airport: $218
- Denver Airport BJC to Winter Park Ski Resort Round Trip Transfer: $186
- Keystone resort to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $175
- Winter Park to Denver Airport (DEN) - Departure Private Transfer: $131
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 8 Passengers Transfer from or to Montreal Airport YUL to Montreal City Center : $223
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Departure Transfer Montreal to Montreal Airport by Limos or Bus: $153
- Downtown Direct: Montreal's Exclusive Airport Transfer: $79
- Le Terminal Cruise Port to Québec Airport YQB Departure Transfer: $57
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $82
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
- Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $116
- Private One-way Montreal Airport Transfer To/From Montreal: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Colorado Springs or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Colorado Springs 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 dayColorado Springs $45Montreal $36
Typical Food Prices in Colorado Springs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Colorado Springs:
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Cold Stone Ice Cream (family of 4)$22
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Snacks at the Zoo (family of 4)$18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Colorado Springs
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Colorado Springs.
- The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Show - Colorado Springs, CO: $86
- Classic 3-Hour Food Tour in Colorado Springs: $88
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$8.97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $50
- Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $59
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $103
- Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $206
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Colorado Springs $34Montreal $21
Tours and Activities in Colorado Springs
Here are a few actual costs in Colorado Springs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour Broadmoor History Segway Tour: $72
- 1-Hour Segway Tour of Cheyenne Cañon Art, History and Nature: $72
- 2 Hour Segway Tour in Cheyenne Cañon and Broadmoor Area: $108
- 3 Hours Private Ice Climbing Experience in Colorado: $240
- Astronomy Tour: $45
- Bike Tour in the Garden of The Gods: $245
- Broadmoor Hotel History Segway Tour: $78
- Cheyenne Cañon Art and Nature Segway Tour: $78
- Cocktails & Tastes Tour in Colorado Springs: $94
- Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour: $28
- Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour: $28
- Colorado Springs Pikes Peak Luxury Jeep Tours: $129
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$53
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Montreal self-guided tour App - multilingual AudioGuide: $4.28
- Montréal's Mile End to Outremont: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $7.49
- Escape Game and Tour: $8.56
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.74
- Montreal Art Center & Museum Audio Guided Tour: $10
- McCord Stewart Museum : Entry Ticket: $15
- Montreal Zipline Adventure: $15
- Self-Guided Old Town Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour: $15
- Montreal Old Port: Urban Zipline Ticket: $16
- Making Their Mark: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayColorado Springs $24Montreal $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Colorado Springs
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Colorado Springs:
- 2.5-Hour Brewery & Bites Walking Tour: $93
- Downtown Colorado Springs 2.5-Hour Brewery Tour: $94
- Driving Brewery Tour of Colorado Springs: $115
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Colorado Springs and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Colorado Springs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Colorado Springs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Colorado Springs 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal than you might in Colorado Springs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Colorado Springs Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Colorado Springs or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Colorado Springs. When comparing the sizes of Colorado Springs and Montreal, 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 Colorado Springs or Montreal?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Colorado Springs or Montreal in the Summer?
Both Montreal and Colorado Springs during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Colorado Springs because of the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Colorado Springs is generally around the same temperature as Montreal. Daily temperatures in Colorado Springs average around 71°F (22°C), and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
Colorado Springs usually gets less rain in July than Montreal. Colorado Springs gets 2.9 inches (73 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyColorado Springs 71°F (22°C)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Colorado Springs or Montreal in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Colorado Springs and Montreal. The hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Colorado Springs this time of year.
Colorado Springs is around the same temperature as Montreal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Colorado Springs averages around 48°F (9°C) in October, and Montreal fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
In October, Colorado Springs usually receives less rain than Montreal. Colorado Springs gets 0.7 inches (17 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberColorado Springs 48°F (9°C)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Colorado Springs or Montreal in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Colorado Springs as well as Montreal. Many travelers come to Colorado Springs for the skiing, the museums, and the cuisine.
Montreal can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Colorado Springs. In the winter, Colorado Springs is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Colorado Springs in January average around 26°F (-3°C), and Montreal averages at about -10°C (14°F).
Colorado Springs usually gets less rain in January than Montreal. Colorado Springs gets 0.3 inches (8 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryColorado Springs 26°F (-3°C)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Colorado Springs or Montreal in the Spring?
Both Montreal and Colorado Springs are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Colorado Springs in the spring for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In April, Colorado Springs is generally a little warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Colorado Springs average around 45°F (7°C), and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In April, Colorado Springs usually receives less rain than Montreal. Colorado Springs gets 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilColorado Springs 45°F (7°C)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Colorado Springs
| Colorado Springs | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 inches (23 mm) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 inches (27 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 inches (63 mm) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 inches (47 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 inches (24 mm) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 inches (17 mm) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 36°F (2°C) | 0.5 inches (13 mm) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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