Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Frankfurt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Frankfurt or Grand Cayman?
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 Frankfurt and Grand Cayman can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Grand Cayman?
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany, and The Best Adventure Tours to Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFrankfurt €122Grand Cayman €200
The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is €200. 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 Frankfurt and Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFrankfurt €58Grand Cayman €139
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFrankfurt €116Grand Cayman €278
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt or Grand Cayman? 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: Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Frankfurt €25Grand Cayman €29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental€50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wiesbaden Thermal to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Departure Transfer: $27
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt City - Frankfurt Airport (FRA): $54
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Kaiserlautern: $267
- Transfer in Private Minivan from Frankfurt City - Frankfurt Airport (FRA): $61
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Baden-Baden: $398
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Frankfurt City: $123
- Private transfer from Frankfurt am Main to Prague: $1,066
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Port/Harbor transport: $284
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Van: $76
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Sedan Car: $72
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Van: $76
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Sedan Car: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $53
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $53
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $53
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $107
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $53
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman and Frankfurt 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 dayFrankfurt €41Grand Cayman €36
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.00
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte€7.00
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee€6.00
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Sandwich and Cola€7.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sharing Plate Food Tour In Frankfurt: $65
- FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $81
- FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $81
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $282
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Frankfurt €36Grand Cayman €38
Tours and Activities in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Best of Frankfurt Walking Tour (English): $26
- Atta Dripstone Cave and Braunfels Castle Tour from Frankfurt: $271
- Bike Tour of Frankfurt Top Attractions & Nature with a Guide : $207
- Brandenburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Breathtaking Pearls of Frankfurt – Walking Tour: $376
- Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour: $285
- Culinary Frankfurt Walking Tour: $612
- Discover Frankfurt's Heritage: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Explore Bird & Marine Wildlife private Boat Tour in English: $108
- Franfurt Horror Tour: Terror of the White Spider: $20
- Frankfurt - Old Town Historic Walking Tour: $377
- Frankfurt - Private Shopping tour: $398
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Cayman Adventure: Starfish Point, Stingray City and Coral Gardens: $99
- Cayman Crystal Caves & Pedro St James Castle Tour in Grand Cayman: $179
- Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman Island: $126
- Cayman's Classic Food Tasting & Cultural Experience: $179
- East End Activities and Tour in Grand Cayman: $158
- East Island Tour : $298
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in George Town from George Town Port: $276
- Full Day Private Shore Tour in George Town from George Town Port: $263
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Grand Cayman Reef & Stingray City Snorkeling Adventure: $159
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFrankfurt €30Grand Cayman €12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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Becks Beer€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:
- Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $22
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $34
- Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $280
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $282
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
- Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $336
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $517
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $752
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer€4.63
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Frankfurt and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Frankfurt much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Frankfurt is in Europe and Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Frankfurt would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Frankfurt 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Frankfurt.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Grand Cayman?
Frankfurt has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt and Grand Cayman, 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 Frankfurt or Grand Cayman?
Frankfurt has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Frankfurt or Grand Cayman in the Summer?
Both Grand Cayman and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Frankfurt is cooler than Grand Cayman in the summer. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. In July, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFrankfurt 19°C (67°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
Both Grand Cayman and Frankfurt during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Frankfurt for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
In the autumn, Frankfurt is much colder than Grand Cayman. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Frankfurt in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Grand Cayman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Frankfurt usually gets less rain in October than Grand Cayman. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFrankfurt 11°C (51°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Grand Cayman. The winter months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Frankfurt can be very cold. In January, Frankfurt is generally much colder than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 1°C (34°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
In January, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFrankfurt 1°C (34°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Grand Cayman. The activities around the city are the main draw to Frankfurt this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
Frankfurt is much colder than Grand Cayman in the spring. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Frankfurt usually gets more rain in April than Grand Cayman. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFrankfurt 10°C (50°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Frankfurt
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
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.