Which place is cheaper, Oahu or Eugene?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Eugene or Oahu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Eugene and Oahu. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Eugene or Oahu?
Eugene
At the southern end of the Willamette Valley, Eugene is most recognized as the home of the University of Oregon. It's a smaller city with a liberal population that is generally concerned about environmental issues. A popular experience in Eugene is to go to the Saturday Market, which has been around since 1970 and is the oldest open air market in the United States.
Oahu
Hawaii is the epitome of paradise, and at the heart of paradise is the island of O'ahu (or Oahu). While it's only the third largest of the Hawaiian islands, O'ahu, or "the gathering place," is the most populous in the state with approximately 976,000 people calling O'ahu home, many of which live in the capital city of Honolulu.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayEugene $160Oahu $333
The average daily cost (per person) in Eugene is $160, while the average daily cost in Oahu is $333. 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 Eugene and Oahu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personEugene $97Oahu $237
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomEugene $194Oahu $474
Compare Hotels in Eugene and Oahu
Looking for a hotel in Eugene or Oahu? 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: Eugene Hotel Prices and Oahu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Eugene $37Oahu $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oahu
Also for Oahu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Departure Transfer: Airport Shuttle From Ko'olina To Honolulu Airport: $53
- Honolulu / Waikiki to Honolulu Airport (HNL) - Departure Private Transfer: $46
- Honolulu Airport & Ko Olina Hotels Private Transfer by Passenger Van(14 ppl): $170
- Honolulu Airport (HNL) to Honolulu / Waikiki - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $92
- Luxury Private Airport Transfers to Waikiki Honolulu - Up to 4 Seats : $62
- Luxury Transfer Between Ko Olina and Honolulu Airport, Vice Versa: $240
- Airport 1-Way Transfer to Honolulu: $60
- Full-Day Island Highlights Tour with Transfer: $136
- Honolulu Airport Private Transfer: $70
- Honolulu Harbor Cruise Terminal Transfer: $105
- Ko Olina or Kapolei to Airport Private Transfer: $100
- Manoa Falls Waterfall Hike with Lunch and Transfers: $98
Is it cheaper to fly into Eugene or Oahu?
Prices for flights to both Oahu and Eugene 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 dayEugene $41Oahu $52
Typical Food Prices in Eugene
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Eugene:
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Sam Bonds Food and Music (for 2)$16
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Morning Glory Cafe Breakfast (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oahu
For Oahu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $97
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $106
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $125
- Honolulu Sunset & Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $129
- Ka Moana Luau Dinner and Show at Aloha Tower: $129
- Hawaii Semisub Classic Friday Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $170
- Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu: $179
- Germaine's Traditional Luau Show & Buffet Dinner: $191
- Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz: $225
- Traditional Canoe Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $250
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Eugene -Oahu $27
Tours and Activities in Oahu
For Oahu, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Diamond Head Hiking Narrated Tour: $5.00
- Honolulu Downtown Walking Tour: $5.00
- Walk The Deck of The USS Arizona Virtual Reality Tour: $5.99
- Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Center Tour: $6.99
- Historic Honolulu Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $7.30
- Official USS Arizona Memorial Narrated Audio Tour: $7.99
- Waikiki Military and Entertainment History GPS-Led Walking Tour: $7.99
- GPS-Guided Waikiki Walking Tour Part 1: Hawaiian Royalty: $7.99
- USS Arizona Memorial Narrated Chief'sTour: $7.99
- Honolulu Historic District a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $7.99
- Honolulu's Backyard Rainforest Driving Tour: $9.99
- Commander's 1-Hour Official Pearl Harbor Narrated Multimedia Tour: $9.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayEugene -Oahu $6.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Oahu
Also in Oahu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Whiskey Tour - Koʻolau Distillery - Kailua, Hawai'i 96734: $25
- History Tour Pub Crawl in Waikiki: $45
- Waikiki History Tour Pub Crawl: $45
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Eugene and Oahu, we can see that Oahu is more expensive. And not only is Eugene much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Eugene would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Eugene 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 Oahu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oahu than you might in Eugene.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Eugene Expensive? and Is Oahu Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Eugene or Oahu?
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 Eugene or Oahu in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Eugene as well as Oahu. Also, most visitors come to Oahu for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Eugene is cooler than Oahu in the summer. The daily temperature in Eugene averages around 68°F (20°C) in July, and Oahu fluctuates around 81°F (27°C).
Eugene usually gets less rain in July than Oahu. Eugene gets 0.3 inches (8 mm) of rain, while Oahu receives 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyEugene 68°F (20°C)Oahu 81°F (27°C)
Should I visit Eugene or Oahu in the Autumn?
Both Oahu and Eugene are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Oahu because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Eugene is much colder than Oahu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Eugene in October average around 55°F (13°C), and Oahu averages at about 80°F (26°C).
It's quite rainy in Eugene. In October, Eugene usually receives more rain than Oahu. Eugene gets 4.3 inches (109 mm) of rain, while Oahu receives 2.1 inches (54 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberEugene 55°F (13°C)Oahu 80°F (26°C)
Should I visit Eugene or Oahu in the Winter?
Both Oahu and Eugene during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Oahu this time of year.
In January, Eugene is generally much colder than Oahu. Daily temperatures in Eugene average around 41°F (5°C), and Oahu fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Eugene. Eugene usually gets more rain in January than Oahu. Eugene gets 7.1 inches (181 mm) of rain, while Oahu receives 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryEugene 41°F (5°C)Oahu 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Eugene or Oahu in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Eugene and Oahu. Furthermore, many travelers come to Oahu for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Eugene is much colder than Oahu in the spring. The daily temperature in Eugene averages around 51°F (11°C) in April, and Oahu fluctuates around 76°F (24°C).
In April, Eugene usually receives more rain than Oahu. Eugene gets 2.2 inches (57 mm) of rain, while Oahu receives 1.7 inches (42 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilEugene 51°F (11°C)Oahu 76°F (24°C)
Typical Weather for Oahu and Eugene
| Eugene | Oahu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 41°F (5°C) | 7.1 inches (181 mm) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Feb | 45°F (7°C) | 5.2 inches (133 mm) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Mar | 48°F (9°C) | 4.6 inches (118 mm) | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Apr | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 inches (57 mm) | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) |
| May | 56°F (13°C) | 2 inches (50 mm) | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) |
| Jun | 63°F (17°C) | 1.3 inches (34 mm) | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Jul | 68°F (20°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
| Aug | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
| Sep | 63°F (17°C) | 1.1 inches (28 mm) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) |
| Oct | 55°F (13°C) | 4.3 inches (109 mm) | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) |
| Nov | 47°F (8°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
| Dec | 42°F (5°C) | 6.3 inches (161 mm) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
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.