Which place is cheaper, Hawaii or Florida?
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 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.
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Florida Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorida $293Hawaii $393
The average daily cost (per person) in Florida is $293, while the average daily cost in Hawaii is $393. 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 $135Hawaii $214
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorida $270Hawaii $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 $46Hawaii $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florida
Also for Florida, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Transfer to Miami International Airport and Port of Miami: $130
- Transfers in Miami: $105
- Transfers from Miami Airport to any Miami and Miami Beach area: $145
- Transfer from Port Miami to Miami Airport. Up to 11 passengers.: $199
- Transfer from Miami International Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port: $36
- Transfer from Miami Airport to Hotel or Port Miami. Up to 11 pax.: $199
- Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Hotels to Miami Airport or Port: $149
- Transfer Hotel in Miami to Miami Airport. Up to 11 passengers.: $190
- Tampa Bay Cruise Port to Tampa hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $83
- Tampa Bay Cruise Port to Tampa Hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $166
- Tampa Airport Private Hotel Transfer up to 5 passengers: $16
- Tampa Airport (TPA) to Tampa hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $118
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hawaii
Also for Hawaii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Honolulu HNL Airport Round-Trip Private Transfer in SUV: $294
- Private Minibus Arrival transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Waikiki: $290
- Private North Shore/Turtle Bay Airport Transfer | Up to 10 Guests: $275
- VIP Private Maui OGG Arrival Transfer in Black Cadillac Escalade: $259
- VIP Private Maui OGG Departure Transfer Black Cadillac Escalade: $259
- Private Airport Transfer from Honolulu to Ko Olina: $250
- VIP Luxury Transfers: Honolulu Airport ↔ Ko Olina ↔ Cruise Port: $240
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to North Shore: $220
- Luxury Airport transfer to North Waikoloa Resorts and residence: $215
- Private Airport Transfer from Honululu: $210
- Private Transfer from to Kona Airport (KOA) to Hilo Cruise Port: $200
- Private Transfer from Hilo Cruise Port to Kona city hotels: $199
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 $100Hawaii $128
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florida
For Florida, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2-Hour Express Little Havana & Cuban Culture Food Tour in Miami: $43
- Chef Baba Italian Cooking Class in Lauderdale Lakes, FL: $45
- Daytona Beach Dinner Cruise on the Lady Dolphin: $50
- Historical Walking Food Tour in Calle 8: $50
- Daytona Beach: Luau with Polynesian Dinner and Live Show: $53
- Polynesian Fire and Dinner Show Ticket in Daytona Beach: $53
- Palafox Palete Food Tour: $60
- Miami Sweet Treats Food Tour: Donuts, Pastelitos & Patisseries: $65
- Pirates Dinner Adventure Show in Orlando: $67
- Key West Sweet Treats Food Tour: Sunshine & Sweet Times: $70
- Orlando Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Experience: $75
- Murder Mystery Dinner Cruise: $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hawaii
For Hawaii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour of Kaua'i: $125
- Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, Kauaʻi: $129
- Waikiki Fireworks Dinner Cruise: Sail & Sparkle on Friday Nights: $139
- Honolulu: Pacific Star Sunset Dinner Cruise and Show: $139
- Maui Farm to Taco: A Farm to Table Cooking Class: $149
- Maui Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise: $150
- Honolulu: Off The Beaten Path Food Tour: $150
- Honolulu's Walking Food Tour: $159
- Maui Sunset Dinner Cruise - A Hawaiian Hula Experience: $168
- Afternoon Whale Watching Tour in Maui with Dinner: $168
- Maui: Coast of Ka'anapali Beach Sunset Dinner Sail: $168
- Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls: $169
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.
- !! Flippers Fun Boat !! Dolphin Adventure Clearwater Beach!: $32
- #1 VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR - Cold A/C 115' LARGEST IN LAUDERDALE!: $32
- 1 Hour ATV Tour and Jet Ski Adventure Miami: $220
- 1 Hour Everglades Airboat Tour Orlando Florida: $68
- 1 Hour Florida Everglades Wildlife Tour: $65
- 1 Hour Historical Wildlife Tour of The Famous Chain of Lakes: $24
- 1 Hour Key West Jet Ski Freestyle Adventure: $165
- 1 Hour Miami Jet Ski Adventure + Complimentary Boat Ride: $88
- 1 Hour Scenic Pontoon Day Cruise: $48
- 1 Hour Star Island Segway Tour: $74
- 1 Hour Sunset Airboat Tour: $85
- 1 Hour-Relaxing Private Boat Tour - Fort Lauderdale (Up to 6 Pax): $150
Tours and Activities in Hawaii
For Hawaii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Hour Friday Night Fireworks Cruise w/ Complimentary Drinks: $60
- 1 Tank Discover Scuba at Koloa Landing with No Experience needed: $162
- 18 Minutes Private Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $269
- 2 Hour Molokini Snorkeling Tour with Breakfast: $179
- 2 Hour Whale Escape Tour: $177
- 2 Tank Natural Reef & Wreck Dive Tour off Wai'anae: $249
- 2-HR Gondola cruise in waikiki with cute tour guide & he sings!: $178
- 2-Hour Hilo Ghost Walks Tour: $47
- 2-Hour Mauna Kea One Stop Sealife Snorkel Adventure: $119
- 2-Hour Private Botanical Facial with Hand Dip Experience: $175
- 3 Hour Turtle Town Snorkel and Whale Watch Tour in Kihei: $159
- 3 Zipline Adventure (Optional Waikiki Shuttle for 10am Tour): $109
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:
- An Epic Bar Hunt: Tampa Takeover Bar Crawl: $12
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Fort Lauderdale: $15
- Astounding Bar Crawl in Tallahassee: $15
- A Remarkable Bar Crawl in Naples: $15
- A Spectacular Bar Crawl in Key West: $15
- Walking Pub Tour: $21
- St Petersburg Distillery Tour and Tasting Experience: $25
- St. Augustine Creepy Crawl Haunted Pub Tour: $25
- Miami Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Tampa Terrors Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- St. Augustine's Booze & Boos Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Hawaii
Also in Hawaii, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Koʻolau Distillery Whiskey Tour in Kailua, Hawai'i: $25
- Oahu: Kō Hana Agricole Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting: $35
- Winery Oeno Island Style Wine Tasting: $39
- North Shore Oahu Distillery Tour, Tasting & Craft Cocktail: $45
- Hawaiian Style Paint Party at Koʻolau Distillery, Paint & Sip: $55
- Oahu: Dole Plantation and Ko Hana Distillery with Rum Tasting: $104
- Oahu Private Speakeasy Private Distillery Tasting and Cocktail: $133
- Oahu: Kō Hana Rum Deep Dive Distillery Tour with Tasting: $150
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.