Which place is cheaper, Hawaii or Florida?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Florida or Hawaii?
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 Florida and Hawaii. 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: Florida or Hawaii?
Florida
The state of Florida, known for sunshine, warm weather, beaches, and Disney World, has much to offer. Orlando and its world-famous parks such as Disney, Epcot, Universal Studios, MGM, Sea World, and more draw massive amounts of visitors every year, and for a good reason. Florida is more than just Disney, however, the state has many other attractions and cities worth visiting.
Hawaii
Located towards the center of the Pacific Ocean and the northeast corner of Polynesia, Hawai'i is the 50th state of the United States of America. It is a major tourist destination for travelers from around the world and as such, its economy is very dependent on the tourist dollar. Historically, the state had strong whaling, sugar and pineapple industries, but today tourism and the military make up a significant part of the economy. The state includes many islands that spread over 1,500 miles, but there are eight main islands which have a diversity of natural beauty and interesting landscapes. The islands offer visitors many impressive features from the beautiful beaches to the lush interior. There is a lot of hiking, snorkeling and scuba diving available throughout the islands. The capital of the state is Honolulu, which is also the largest city. Both Hawaiian and English are spoken throughout.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorida $251Hawaii $342
The average daily cost (per person) in Florida is $251, while the average daily cost in Hawaii is $342. 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 Florida and Hawaii in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorida $132Hawaii $214
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorida $264Hawaii $428
Compare Hotels in Florida and Hawaii
Looking for a hotel in Florida or Hawaii? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florida $47Hawaii $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florida
Also for Florida, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Orlando APT-HTL (MCO): $96
- Transfers from Miami Airport to any Miami and Miami Beach area: $145
- Transfer: FLL Airport to Fort Lauderdale Area Vice Versa: $120
- Transfer in private minivan Orlando downtown -Orlando Airport (MCO): $60
- Transfer from Orlando International Airport to Central Florida: $115
- Transfer from Miami Hotel or Miami Port to Fort Lauderdale Airport or Hotel: $199
- Transfer To/From Miami Airport or Port Miami.: $105
- Transfer Private Vehicle from City -Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL): $40
- The Ultimate Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show and Transfer: $47
- Tampa hotels to Tampa Bay Cruise Port-Departure Private Transfer : $50
- Tampa Bay Cruise Port to Tampa hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $50
- Tampa Bay Cruise Port to Tampa Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $100
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hawaii
Also for Hawaii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Round-Trip Transfer: Honolulu International Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal: $271
- Honolulu HNL Airport Round-Trip Private Transfer in SUV: $271
- Arrival Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Beach Resorts by SUV: $211
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Pupukea: $202
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to North Shore : $202
- Private SUV Transfer - Kauai Cruise Ship terminal : $199
- Luxury Transfer Between Ko Olina and Honolulu Airport, Vice Versa: $192
- Chief's Luau Admission Including Transfers: $181
- Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $170
- Private Departure Transfer: Big Island Hotels to Kona International Airport: $169
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kona International Airport to Big Island Hotels: $169
- HNL Airport & Waikiki Private Transfer by Brand New Mercedes Van: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Florida or Hawaii?
Prices for flights to both Hawaii and Florida 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 dayFlorida $62Hawaii $77
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florida
For Florida, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tastes of the World Food Tour in Winter Haven : $50
- Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show: $53
- Polynesian Fire and Dinner Show Ticket in Daytona Beach: $53
- Food Tour in Lauderdale By The Sea: $60
- South Beach Donut & Gelato Walking Food Tour: $65
- Wynwood Street Art, Culture, Donuts & Walking Food Tour: $65
- Little Havana Street Food Tour with Enthusiastic Guide: $69
- 2 Hours Beach Bites & Brews Food Tour in Gulfport, Florida: $69
- Sleuth's Mystery Dinner Show, Orlando: $69
- Cuban Food Tour Of Little Havana: $70
- Seville Stroll Food Tour: $72
- Mornings in the Market Food Tour: $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hawaii
For Hawaii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $106
- Honolulu Sunset & Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $107
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $107
- Ahi Uila Fire Show and Dinner: $110
- Walking Food Tour Exploring Hanalei: $119
- From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver: $120
- Hanalei, Kauaʻi Walking Food Tour: $129
- From Ma'alaea Harbor: Thanksgiving Dinner Cruise Aboard Calypso: $130
- Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Prime Rib or Mahi Mahi Dinner Cruise : $140
- Farm to Taco: A Farm to Table Cooking Class: $149
- Hawaii Food Tour - Off The Beaten Path : $150
- Oahu Da Local's Food Tour: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florida $62Hawaii $38
Tours and Activities in Florida
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Florida.
- 2 HR Interactive Walking Ghost Tour in Downtown Orlando: $77
- 30 Minute- Ocean Drive Segway Tour: $42
- Arcimoto Electric Vehicle Adventure Rental in St. Augustine: $96
- Crystal River Boat Tour & Pontoon Rentals: $28
- Everglades Airboat Tour near Orlando Florida: $89
- FAMOUS Destin Dolphin Cruise & Crab Island Sandbar: $70
- Jacksonville Ghosts and Ghouls Tour By US Ghost Adventures: $30
- Key West Kayak Eco Tour | An Eco-Friendly Adventure Awaits!: $56
- Lido Key Pedal Kayak Tour in Sarasota: $75
- Miami Beach Art Deco Tour with Cocktails: $75
- Miami's Most Authentic Walking Tour of Little Havana: $39
- Parasailing Adventure above the Gulf of Mexico: $95
Tours and Activities in Hawaii
For Hawaii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Guided Kayak Tour to Kailua’s Twin Islands: $219
- Kauai Sea Kayaking 10 mile tour - Na Pali Iki (Polihale to Milolii): $275
- Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial, small group Tour: $80
- Sunset Tour to Haleakalā National Park from Paia : $189
- 'IMILOA - Express Na Pali Sunset Tour: $161
- 'IMILOA - Express Nā Pali Snorkel Tour : $181
- 'Lost' and Movie Tour: $200
- 1 Hour Guided Whale Watching Cruise Experience in Waikiki : $55
- 1 Hour Private Luxury Classic Car Sightseeing City Tour Honolulu: $138
- 1 Tank Discover Scuba at Koloa Landing with No Experience needed: $162
- 15 Minutes Air Raid Pearl Harbor Virtual Reality Tour: $9.99
- 18 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $248
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorida $31Hawaii $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Florida
Also in Florida, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Orlando Virtual Bar Crawl & Scavenger Hunt: $12
- The Tour and Wine Tasting Experience at Aspirations Winery: $20
- Walking Pub Tour : $21
- The Original Haunted Pub Tour: $24
- Miami Bar Crawl: $25
- Key West Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $30
- St. Augustine Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Key West Haunted Pub Crawl and Ghost Tour with Free T-Shirt: $32
- the Fort Myers Beach Haunted Pub Crawl (a magical history tour): $35
- Ft Lauderdale Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $37
- Waterfront Happy Hour Bar Crawl: $39
- Dive Bar Bus Crawl from Daytona Beach: $40
Sample the Local Flavors in Hawaii
Also in Hawaii, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Whiskey Tour - Koʻolau Distillery - Kailua, Hawai'i 96734: $25
- Honolulu Haunts Ghost Tours And Pub Crawls: $30
- Shaxi Dive Bar Tour: $37
- History Tour Pub Crawl in Waikiki: $45
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florida and Hawaii, we can see that Hawaii is more expensive. And not only is Florida much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Florida would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Florida 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 Hawaii would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hawaii than you might in Florida.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florida Expensive? and Is Hawaii Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Florida or Hawaii?
Florida has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hawaii. When comparing the sizes of Florida and Hawaii, 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.