Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Dallas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Dallas or Toronto?
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 Dallas and Toronto can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Dallas or Toronto?
Dallas
Located in the north central part of the state, Dallas is a prominent city in Texas and is one of the most populated metropolitan areas in the United States of America. The business reputation of Dallas rose from its historical status as the center for cotton and oil industries. It was also positioned among numerous railroads.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDallas $141Toronto $203
The average daily cost (per person) in Dallas is $141, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $203. 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 Dallas and Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDallas $84Toronto $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDallas $168Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Dallas and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Dallas or Toronto? 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: Dallas Hotel Prices and Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dallas $28Toronto $32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dallas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dallas:
- Transfer private executive car from Dallas Airport (DFW)- City Center: $60
- Transfer in private minivan from Dallas City Center - Dallas Airport (DFW): $69
- Transfer in private minivan from Dallas City Center - Dallas Airport (DAL): $91
- Transfer in private minivan from Dallas Airport (DFW) - City Center: $69
- Transfer in executive private car from Dallas City Center - Dallas Airport (DAL): $71
- RoundtripTransfer Executive Private Car Dallas Airport (DFW) -Dallas City Center: $120
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Dallas Airport (DFW) - Dallas City Center: $138
- Private Transfer from Dallas to Dallas Airport DFW in Business Car: $101
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Luxury Van: $126
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Luxury SUV: $126
- Private Transfer from Dallas Airport DFW to Dallas in Business Car: $104
- Private Transfer Fort Worth Airport DFW to Downtown Fort Worth by Luxury Vehicle: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$26
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Convenient bus transfer between Hamilton Airport and Toronto: $3.65
- Express Train Transfer to/from Pearson Airport: $9.03
- One Way: from/to Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ) - Private Transfer: $38
- Private Airport Transfer Pearson Airport to or from Toronto: $41
- Private Departure Transfer-Toronto to Pearson Airport(YYZ) or YTZ: $41
- Private Transfer Toronto Pearson Airport To Toronto Hotels: $42
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Toronto hotel/address -Arrival Private Transfer: $63
- Private Transfer: Toronto Pearson Airport or Mississauga City Black Car Service: $64
- Departure Private Transfer Toronto City to Toronto Airport YYZ by SUV or Minibus: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer - YYZ Airport to Toronto Downton Hotel & Accommodations: $73
- Niagara Falls Guided 9 Hour Day Trip with Round-trip Transfer: $74
- Private Transfer: Toronto Pearson Airport or Oakville City Ontario: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Dallas or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto and Dallas 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 dayDallas $35Toronto $65
Typical Food Prices in Dallas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dallas are as follows:
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Cowboys Stadium Tour (for 2)$55
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Whataburger Lunch (family of 4)$21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dallas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Dallas.
- West Village Happy Hour Food Tour: $39
- Dallas Secret Food Tour: $97
- Secret Food Tour of Dallas with Private Tour Option: $99
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Must Do Toronto Food Tour: $66
- Toronto Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $66
- 3–Hour Secret Food Tour: $72
- Toronto Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Scenic Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $76
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Kensington Market -Toronto's Neighborhood International Food Tour: $80
- Toronto's Fusion Food Tour: $80
- Father's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Mother's Day Premier Cruise with Brunch or Dinner: $90
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $109
- Toronto Food Tour with Local Foodie, Personalized & Private: $151
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dallas $13Toronto $31
Tours and Activities in Dallas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dallas are as follows:
- 2 Hour Dallas Night Sightseeing E-Scooter Tour: $90
- Private Walking Tour of Dealey Plaza Assassination of JFK: $135
- 1-Hour JFK Assassination Walking Tour: $28
- 1-Hour JFK Assassination Walking Tour : $28
- 2-Hour Historic Dallas Segway Tour: $79
- 3-Hour Ropes Course & Zip Line Adventure : $60
- 3hr Dallas Cowboys Stadium Small Group Tour with Transportation: $108
- Combination Southfork Ranch and Dallas/JFK Highlights Tour: $145
- Dallas Highlights Tour: $205
- Dallas Indoor Skydiving Experience with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate: $114
- Dallas Terrors Ghost Tour By US Ghost Adventures: $30
- Dallas and Cowboys Stadium Combo Tour: $153
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.26
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Explore Niagara Falls with bus ticket from/to Toronto: $3.65
- Downtown City Landmarks Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.28
- Graffiti in Toronto Walking Tour: $4.46
- Downtown Toronto Walking Tour: $4.46
- City Highlights Walking Tour: $5.12
- Kensington Market: Downtown Toronto Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Toronto's Waterfront: Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.21
- Between Huntsville and Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.21
- Explore Canada's Metropolis with Walking Tours Through Toronto: $6.68
- Best of Toronto and Waterfront Self-Guided Tour: $8.02
- Bata Shoe Museum Entrance Ticket: $10
- Uncover Quebec's Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDallas $12Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Dallas
Also in Dallas, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Terrors Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum and Downtown Dallas: $55
- Dallas Party Bike Pub Crawl in Deep Ellum: $55
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Distillery District Outdoor Escape Game: $8.01
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $17
- Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $27
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
- Toronto Distillery District self-guided walking tour & hunt: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $38
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $39
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $40
- Craft Brewery Tour: $75
- From Niagara Wine Tours: $111
- Canadian Wine Tasting Experience: $128
- Toronto to Niagara Wine Tour : $133
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dallas and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Dallas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Dallas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Dallas 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Dallas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dallas Expensive? and Is Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dallas or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Dallas. When comparing the sizes of Dallas and Toronto, 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 Dallas or Toronto?
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 Dallas or Toronto in the Summer?
Both Toronto and Dallas during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Dallas for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Dallas is generally a little warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Dallas average around 88°F (31°C), and Toronto fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Toronto, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Dallas. In the summer, Dallas often gets more sunshine than Toronto. Dallas gets 337 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 281 hours of full sun.
Dallas usually gets less rain in July than Toronto. Dallas gets 2.4 inches (60 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyDallas 88°F (31°C)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Dallas or Toronto in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Dallas and Toronto. Many visitors come to Dallas in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Dallas is much warmer than Toronto in the autumn. The daily temperature in Dallas averages around 69°F (21°C) in October, and Toronto fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In Dallas, it's very sunny this time of the year. Dallas usually receives more sunshine than Toronto during autumn. Dallas gets 222 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 153 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Dallas usually receives more rain than Toronto. Dallas gets 3.9 inches (98 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberDallas 69°F (21°C)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Dallas or Toronto in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Dallas as well as Toronto. Most visitors come to Dallas for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Toronto can be very cold. In the winter, Dallas is much warmer than Toronto. Typically, the winter temperatures in Dallas in January average around 46°F (8°C), and Toronto averages at about -4°C (25°F).
In the winter, Dallas often gets more sunshine than Toronto. Dallas gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 87 hours of full sun.
Dallas usually gets less rain in January than Toronto. Dallas gets 1.8 inches (45 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryDallas 46°F (8°C)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Dallas or Toronto in the Spring?
Both Toronto and Dallas are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Dallas because of the activities around the city.
In April, Dallas is generally much warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Dallas average around 68°F (20°C), and Toronto fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Dallas. Dallas usually receives more sunshine than Toronto during spring. Dallas gets 251 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 179 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Dallas usually receives more rain than Toronto. Dallas gets 3.9 inches (98 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilDallas 68°F (20°C)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Dallas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 46°F (8°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 51°F (10°C) | 2.3 inches (59 mm) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 60°F (15°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 68°F (20°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 76°F (24°C) | 5 inches (128 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 83°F (29°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 88°F (31°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 87°F (31°C) | 2.3 inches (58 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 inches (91 mm) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 69°F (21°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 59°F (15°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 50°F (10°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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