Which place is cheaper, Ontario 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 Ontario?
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 Ontario. 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 Ontario?
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.
Ontario
Chances are when you think of Canada, the things that come to mind are all located in the province of Ontario. Ontario has the highest population of any province in the country, and is the heart of Canadian tourism. As the home of Toronto, Niagara Falls and Lake Superior, this area is a major tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas, The Best Camping Tours in Canada, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorida $293Ontario $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Florida is $293, while the average daily cost in Ontario is $230. 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 Ontario in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorida $135Ontario $103
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorida $270Ontario $206
Compare Hotels in Florida and Ontario
Looking for a hotel in Florida or Ontario? 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 $46Ontario $25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florida
Also for Florida, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Celebration to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport: $295
- Private Transfer from Port Canaveral to Four Corners: $287
- Private Transfer from Orlando (MCO) Airport to Tavares: $286
- Private Transfer from Clermont to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport: $286
- Fort Lauderdale Airport Private Transfer (Round-Trip): $285
- Private Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Islamorada: $280
- Private Transfer from Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport to Clermont: $280
- Private Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Key Largo: $280
- Jacksonville Airport Limo Transfer to Hammock Beach Golf Resort: $275
- Jacksonville Airport to Casa Monica Resort and Spa Transfer: $275
- Private Transfer from Reunion to Orlando-Sanford (SFB) Airport: $272
- Private Transfer from Lake Mary to Port Canaveral: $272
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ontario
Also for Ontario, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to or from Waterloo region- Toronto Airport: $287
- Niagara Falls to Pearson Toronto Airport Private Transfer: $271
- Toronto Pearson Airport Private Transfer Service to Niagara Falls: $269
- Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Hamilton - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $268
- Low Cost :- Private Transfer Toronto Downtown to Niagara Falls Ont: $255
- Private Arrival Transfer - YYZ Airport to Toronto Downton Hotel & Accommodations: $253
- Private Arrival Transfer-Pearson Airport (YYZ) to Niagara Falls: $224
- Ottawa Parc Omega Private Tour with Hotel Transfer: $220
- Private Transfer: Niagara Falls Canada to Toronto Downtown Black Car Service: $212
- Private Arrival Transfer. Pearson Airport to Kitchener/Waterloo: $209
- Departure Private Transfer: Niagara Falls to Toronto Airport YYZ in Luxury SUV: $209
- Departure Transfer: Toronto to Pearson Airport YYZ by Luxury SUV: $186
Is it cheaper to fly into Florida or Ontario?
Prices for flights to both Ontario 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 $100Ontario $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florida
For Florida, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1 Hour of Chocolate Pizza Making Class in Jacksonville: $20
- Chef Baba Italian Cooking Class in Lauderdale Lakes, FL: $45
- 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
- 2-Hour Express Little Havana & Cuban Culture Food Tour in Miami: $54
- Island Cooking With Afrochef Lela: $55
- Palafox Palete Food Tour: $60
- Handcrafted Donuts & Street Art: Wynwood's Most Unique Food Tour: $65
- Pirates Voyage and Dinner Show in Panama City Beach Florida: $70
- St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida: $71
- Orlando Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Experience: $75
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ontario
For Ontario, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fun Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Trendy Venue in Toronto: $54
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $64
- Niagara-on-the-Lake Guided Food Tour with Ice Wine & Poutine: $64
- Downtown London Walking Food Tour: $64
- Toronto: Niagara Falls Night Tour, Boat, Journey, Dinner & Tower: $71
- Toronto: Authentic Food Tour with Local & International Flavors: $75
- Oh Canada Eh!? Ottawa Dinner Musical with Live Music and Comedy: $76
- Toronto's First Food Tour: Taste the World in Kensington Market: $79
- Niagara Falls Evening Tour with Boat, Journey, Dinner & Fireworks: $79
- Great Canadian Food Tour- St. Lawrence Market + The Distillery: $86
- Toronto's International Food Tour - Kensington Market: $89
- European Evening Walking Food Tour in London, Ontario: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florida $62Ontario $22
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 & Horseback Riding Combo Experience: $240
- 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 Key West Jet Ski Freestyle Adventure: $165
- 1 Hour Lady Buggy Art Tour Experience in Wynwood: $160
- 1 Hour Private Boat Tour in Fort Lauderdale Up to 12 people: $210
- 1 Hour Scenic Pontoon Day Cruise: $48
- 1 Hour Star Island Segway Tour: $74
- 1 Hour Sunset Airboat Tour: $85
Tours and Activities in Ontario
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ontario.
- 1 Day Canoeing Tour in Algonquin Park: $90
- 1-Hour Toronto Harbour Tour with Live Narration: $29
- 1-hour Walking Tour of Kingston with a local historian: $23
- 2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour: $57
- 20 km Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $150
- 2hr Shared Sailing Experience in Toronto: $144
- 3 Hour VIP Electric Canoe Photography Tour (private, price is for 2 people): $271
- 3hr Discover Sailing Adventure: $194
- 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
- Action Film and Television Locations Half Day Tour in Toronto: $152
- Adventures in Abstract Paint Pouring: $29
- Algonquin Provincial Park Day Tour from Toronto: $155
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorida $31Ontario $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 Crawl in Winter Park: $15
- Astounding Bar Crawl: Orlando's Magical Nightlife: $15
- An Epic Bar Crawl in Miami Florida: $15
- A Spectacular Bar Crawl in Key West: $15
- Amazing Bar Crawl in Fort Lauderdale: $15
- Astounding Bar Crawl in Tallahassee: $15
- Walking Ghost Tour Pub Crawl - Boos with Booze: $20
- The Tour and Wine Tasting Experience at Aspirations Winery: $25
- Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Tampa Terrors Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Key West Haunted Pub Crawl and Ghost Tour with Free T-Shirt: $32
- St. Augustine Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Ontario
Also in Ontario, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Toronto Distillery District Walking Tour: $20
- Summer Sips - Private Outdoor Wine Tasting Experience: $22
- Between the Lines Black Glass Wine Tasting in Niagara-on-the-Lake: $22
- Guided Tasting Activity at Sake Brewery: $28
- Toronto Distillery District Self-Guided Walking Tour: $43
- Distillery District Breakfast Tour: $53
- Private Corktown and Distillery District Tour: $58
- Blindfold Wine Tasting Experience with a Sommelier Niagara: $64
- Niagara Wine Tour and Tastings with Transportation: $72
- Guided Bicycle Tour - Toronto Waterfront, Island and Distillery: $83
- Toronto Craft Brewery Tour: $90
- Niagara-on-the-Lake Small Group Wine Tasting Tour: $93
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florida and Ontario, we can see that Florida is more expensive. And not only is Ontario much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ontario would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ontario 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 Florida would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florida than you might in Ontario.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florida Expensive? and Is Ontario Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Florida or Ontario?
Florida has a larger population, and is about 37% larger than the population of Ontario. When comparing the sizes of Florida and Ontario, 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.