Which place is cheaper, Fort Lauderdale or Freeport?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Freeport or Fort Lauderdale?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Freeport and Fort Lauderdale can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Freeport or Fort Lauderdale?
Freeport
When you picture the Bahamas you likely picture the beaches, resorts and playgrounds of Nassau. Just to the northwest of this tourist paradise is a tropical city founded on industry. Freeport began as mostly swampland and is now the second most populous city in the Bahamas.
This city is less of a tourist attraction - a place where you'll find the true Bahaman culture mixed in with some relaxing spots to help you unwind and get into your island vacation.
Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale is located on the Atlantic coast of Florida, not far from Miami, and is famous for its beaches and boating culture. An elaborate system of canals runs through the city, adding to the charm and coastal lifestyle. Plenty of restaurants, shops, watersports, and other things to do can be found here in addition to the beautiful beaches. The city is family-friendly and also caters to older travelers as well as younger generations. While it's not an inexpensive place to visit, the prices are on par with other cities in southeastern Florida. The beach is lined with high-rise condos and hotels that tend to be expensive, while a few blocks back from the shore you'll find plenty of nice houses along with shops, restaurants, and fun activities for all ages. And since Fort Lauderdale is part of the Miami metro area, you can easily get to all of the other beach areas, cities, and activities in the nearby metropolitan areas as well.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFreeport $244Fort Lauderdale $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Freeport is $244, while the average daily cost in Fort Lauderdale is $182. 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 Freeport and Fort Lauderdale in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFreeport $141Fort Lauderdale $96
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFreeport $282Fort Lauderdale $192
Compare Hotels in Freeport and Fort Lauderdale
Looking for a hotel in Freeport or Fort Lauderdale? 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: Freeport Hotel Prices and Fort Lauderdale Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Freeport $59Fort Lauderdale $51
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Freeport
Also for Freeport, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Freeport Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): Transfer to Freeport: $260
- Freeport to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) Departure Private Transfer: $72
- Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Old Bahama Bay - Private Transfer: $194
- Grand Bahama Airport(FPO) to Freeport -RoundTrip Private Transfer: $144
- Grand Bahama Airport: One-Way Transfer to Freeport Hotels: $139
- Old Bahama Bay to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) - Private Transfer: $194
- Private Round Trip Transfer from Freeport Airport to Hotel: $133
- Private Transfer from FPO to Freeport hotels or resorts: $167
- Private Transfer from FPO to Old Bahama Bay resort : $234
- Private Transfer from Freeport Port to Grand Bahama Airport (FPO): $29
- Private Transfer from Grand Bahama Airport (FPO) to Freeport Port: $29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fort Lauderdale
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Fort Lauderdale:
- Private Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Key Largo: $262
- Bimini Day Cruise from Fort Lauderdale with Round-Trip Miami Transfer: $259
- Private transfer from Port of Miami to Fort Lauderdale: $220
- Fort Lauderdale Airport(FLL) to Key Largo/ Marathon -Roundtrip Private Transfer: $218
- Transfer to Miami: $200
- Fort Myers Transfer To Fort Lauderdale Airport (UP TO 14 PASSENG): $192
- Marco island Transfer to Fort Lauderdale Airport (UP TO 14PASS): $162
- Fort Lauderdale Airport Private Transfer to Port Everglades: $160
- Private Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Boca Raton: $140
- Private Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) to Coral Gables: $133
- Private Transfer from Fort Lauderdale Airport to Coral Gables: $131
- Private Transfer from FLL to Port Everglades / Fort Lauderdale: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Freeport or Fort Lauderdale?
Prices for flights to both Fort Lauderdale and Freeport 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 dayFreeport $64Fort Lauderdale $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Around Town/Bahamian Cooking Experience: $175
Typical Food Prices in Fort Lauderdale
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Fort Lauderdale:
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Quick Lunch$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fort Lauderdale
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Fort Lauderdale.
- Food Tour in Lauderdale By The Sea: $60
- Hollywood Florida Walking Food Tour : $99
- Downtown Fort Lauderdale Dinner & Drinks Tour: $109
- Downtown Fort Lauderdale Dinner and Drinks Tour: $114
- Fort Lauderdale Beach Food Tour: $114
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Freeport $40Fort Lauderdale $15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Freeport
For Freeport, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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10 Dive Package$300
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4 Hr. Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Freeport
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Freeport.
- Tour of Coral Vita and breach brak at Banana bay beach club: $51
- Mamma Gal Native Experience : $70
- Freeport Shore Excursion: Garden of the Groves and City Tour: $82
- Mamma Gal East End Native Experience : $85
- Rumbo Tour : $90
- Clear Kayak Tour: $120
- Bahamas Sea Scooter Snorkeling Adventure: $120
- CocoNutz Cruisers Electric Bicycle Tour: $123
- East End Private Day Trip Experience Tour : $200
- Snorkel/Swim with the Turtles Experience: $250
- 4 Hour Private Sandy Cay Experience with Snorkeling - Adults Only: $275
Tours and Activities in Fort Lauderdale
Here are a few actual costs in Fort Lauderdale for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour Interactive Pirate Cruise in Ft. Lauderdale (arrive 30 minutes early): $25
- 2 Hour Intimate Cruise for 2ppl w/ Catering - Pompano Beach: $270
- 2 Hours Electric Bike Experience on Ft Lauderdale: $40
- 4 Hour Waterway and Sandbar Cruise: $803
- 90 min Guided Electric Bike Tours of Greater Fort Lauderdale: $99
- 90-Minute Parasailing Adventure Above Fort Lauderdale, FL: $80
- 90-Minute Snorkel & Seabob Underwater Guided Reef Tour in Fort Lauderdale: $161
- Air Boat Tour of Palm Beach in The Swamp Monster: $150
- Atlantic Ocean Snorkeling Experience: $79
- BOGO Snorkeling Mastered in One Session + Lessons + Tour + Pics: $99
- Bahamas Day Cruise to Bimni: $299
- Carrie B Cruises! Beautiful and Fun THE VENICE OF AMERICA TOUR!!!: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFreeport $30Fort Lauderdale $33
Sample the Local Flavors in Freeport
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Freeport:
- Brewery & Taste with Beach & Shop at Largest Market on Freeport 4-hrs : $75
Typical Alcohol Prices in Fort Lauderdale
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Fort Lauderdale are as follows:
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Beer$7.30
Sample the Local Flavors in Fort Lauderdale
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Fort Lauderdale:
- Guided Happy Hour Bar Crawl by Beer Bike: $64
- Pedibus Pub Crawl in Fort Lauderdale: $74
- Party Bike Bar Crawl: $74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Freeport and Fort Lauderdale, we can see that Freeport is more expensive. And not only is Fort Lauderdale much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Freeport is in Caribbean Islands and Fort Lauderdale is in North America, 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 Fort Lauderdale would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fort Lauderdale 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 Freeport would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Freeport than you might in Fort Lauderdale.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Freeport Expensive? and Is Fort Lauderdale Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Freeport or Fort Lauderdale?
Fort Lauderdale has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Freeport. When comparing the sizes of Freeport and Fort Lauderdale, 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.