Which place is cheaper, San Fernando or Cozumel?
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 Cozumel or San Fernando?
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 Cozumel and San Fernando can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Cozumel or San Fernando?
Cozumel
Cozumel is a Caribbean island just off the Yucatan Peninsula. It'as a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful beaches and excellent snorkeling and scuba diving. With crystal clear waters and vibrant colored coral, Cozumel is one of the most popular dive destinations in the area. The island's economy is centered around tourism, and as such, you'll find plenty of amenities for visitors. The prices are comparable to other coastal towns in the area and there is no shortage of activities or attractions nearby.
San Fernando
As the industrial capital of Trinidad & Tobago, San Fernando is an oil city which attracts more business visitors than tourists. While it is primarily focused on industry, the city has a certain charm with its old buildings and sloping streets that frame pretty views of the sea. It is the big city of Trinidad's southern half with plenty to offer in nightlife, especially during Carnival.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mexico, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mexico.
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Cozumel Prices
Mexico PricesSan Fernando Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCozumel $129San Fernando $188
The average daily cost (per person) in Cozumel is $129, while the average daily cost in San Fernando is $188. 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 Cozumel and San Fernando in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCozumel $67San Fernando $73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCozumel $134San Fernando $146
Compare Hotels in Cozumel and San Fernando
Looking for a hotel in Cozumel or San Fernando? 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: Cozumel Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cozumel $22San Fernando $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cozumel
Also for Cozumel, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cozumel Island Transfers: $300
- Cozumel Private Airport Transfer: $160
- Cozumel Cruise Port to Cozumel Island Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
- The Ultimate Beachside Cigar Rolling Experience with transfer: $132
- XRAIL Adventure Shared Vehicle with Transfer: $125
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Airport: $110
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $98
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Port to Cozumel Airport (CZM): $90
- Jade Cavern ATV Tour in Cozumel with Beach Break with transfer: $86
- Cozumel Cruise Port to Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM) - Departure Private Transfer: $75
- Mexico Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Cozumel or San Fernando?
Prices for flights to both San Fernando and Cozumel 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 dayCozumel $39San Fernando $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cozumel
For Cozumel, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Mayan Cooking Class in Cozumel: $61
- Kuza Beach & Flavors Experience-Mexican cooking Class & Beach Day: $89
- Cozumel Food Tour: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $110
- Cozumel Cooking Class: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cozumel $42San Fernando $28
Tours and Activities in Cozumel
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cozumel.
- 10 Experiences: A Culinary Journey Through Mexico: $222
- 10 Experiences: A Gastronomic Cultural Journey in Cozumel: $222
- 2 Hours ATV Jungle, Caverns and Mayan Ruins Tour: $80
- 4 Hour Cozumel Turtle Sanctuary Experience on a Luxury Catamarán: $76
- 4 Hour Snorkeling Tour in Cozumel: $65
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Cozumel with Pickup: $95
- A Pirate's Adventure in Cozumel with Captain Draco: $100
- ATV Seashore + Cenote Combo: Mezcalitos & Mayan Cenote Experience: $80
- ATV Tour El Viejo y Yo Beach Pass with Lunch, Snorkel and Kayaks: $110
- ATV Tour and Cenote Experience in Cozumel: $75
- ATV and Clear Boat Ride Full Experience in Cozumel: $80
- Adventure Tour Village ATVs Beach with Snorkeling and Villa Maya: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCozumel $11San Fernando $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Cozumel
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cozumel:
- Cozumel Downtown & Brewery: $69
- Downtown Cozumel & Brewery: $79
- Downtown Cozumel and Brewery Experience: $89
- Rum and Gin at Cozumel First Distillery: $99
- Cozumel Mixology Experience at Distillery: $109
- Cozumel 5-Hour Private Bar Crawl Tour: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cozumel and San Fernando, we can see that San Fernando is more expensive. And not only is Cozumel much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cozumel is in North America and San Fernando 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 Cozumel would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cozumel 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 San Fernando would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in San Fernando than you might in Cozumel.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Cozumel Expensive? and Is San Fernando Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cozumel or San Fernando?
Cozumel has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of San Fernando. When comparing the sizes of Cozumel and San Fernando, 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.