Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas or Havana?
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 Havana or Las Vegas?
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 Havana and Las Vegas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Havana or Las Vegas?
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
Las Vegas
Las Vegas has long been the gambling capital of the United States. Known as "Sin City," it is a hot spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, but in recent years it has seen a dramatic increase in weddings and business conferences. It is the largest city in the state of Nevada and one of the most visited and well known cities in the country. It is located in the Mojave Desert in South Nevada and has a very arid climate with very hot and dry summers. The average high in July is 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but as many people like to say "its a dry heat." Winters are cooler and pleasant with highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheits. Snow is very rare but the surrounding mountains are often topped with snow during the winter months.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Northern Lights Tours in Alaska, and The Best Tours Under $1000 in United States of America.
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Havana Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHavana $74Las Vegas $369
The average daily cost (per person) in Havana is $74, while the average daily cost in Las Vegas is $369. 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 Havana and Las Vegas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHavana $42Las Vegas $158
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHavana $84Las Vegas $316
Compare Hotels in Havana and Las Vegas
Looking for a hotel in Havana or Las Vegas? 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: Las Vegas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Havana $19Las Vegas $53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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24 Hr Bus Pass$15
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24 hrs Deuce Bus$7.00
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Taxi from Airport to the Strip$36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Las Vegas:
- Arrival Private Transfer Las Vegas by Luxury SUV or LIMO with 1 hour disposal: $204
- Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Business Car: $122
- Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Luxury Car: $172
- Arrival Transfer: Airport LAS to Las Vegas by Luxury SUV: $147
- Departure Private Transfer: Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport LAS in Luxury Car: $172
- Departure Transfer: Las Vegas to Airport LAS by Business Car: $122
- Departure Transfer: Las Vegas to Airport LAS by Luxury SUV: $147
- From Las Vegas Airport - Transfer to Hotel: $95
- From Las Vegas Hotel - Transfer to Airport: $95
- From Nellis Dunes ATV Tour with Shuttle Transfer: $200
- Grand Canyon West Airplane Air Tour from Vegas with transfer: $264
- Hidden Valley Springs Nature Getaway with Buffet Lunch & Transfer: $158
Is it cheaper to fly into Havana or Las Vegas?
Prices for flights to both Las Vegas and Havana 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 dayHavana $18Las Vegas $139
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Typical Food Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Coffee$5.00
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Deep Fried Twinkie$1.07
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Chocolate Dip Banana$1.07
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Gelato$5.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Las Vegas.
- Dimmare's Martinis and Magic® Ticket: Dinner,cocktails & Show: $35
- "Back to the Hits" show & dinner at Firelight Barn: $49
- "Classic Country" show & dinner at Firelight Barn in Henderson: $49
- Cowboy Christmas Show & Dinner at Firelight Barn in Henderson NV: $49
- Interactive Murder Mystery Show and Dinner at Firelight Barn: $58
- Manila Filipino Cooking Class: Meryenda Favorites: $60
- Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience and Tasting: $65
- Manila Food Tour Experience with Local Guide: $70
- Makati Street Food tour Experience: $73
- 2 Hour Italian Pasta Cooking Class in Las Vegas: $75
- Chocolate Truffle Making Cooking Class in Las Vegas: $75
- 2-Hour Italian Pasta Cooking Class: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Havana $11Las Vegas $78
Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Wedding Chapel$139
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Atomic Testing Museum (two people)$12
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Gondola Ride (4 person)$64
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Monorail Ride$5.00
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NY NY Rollercoaster$14
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Circus Circus Adventure Dome Day Pass$26
Tours and Activities in Las Vegas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Las Vegas are as follows:
- Downtown Las Vegas Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $7.75
- Discover Vegas Hidden Spots: Your Self-Guided Tour: $8.15
- Las Vegas’ Glitter Gulch, Ghosts and Gangsters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Vintage Vegas Self Guided Walking Tour of Fremont Street: $9.99
- Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Bachelor Party Experience w/ Limousine Free Entry: $9.99
- Bachelor Party Experience including LIMOUSINE: $9.99
- Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Self-Guided Audio Tour: $13
- Las Vegas Strip Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $13
- Red Rock Canyon Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $13
- Lake Mead & Valley of Fire State Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Las Vegas Day Trips: 3-Day Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHavana $5.76Las Vegas $55
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Las Vegas:
- Bars Unknown Fremont St Bar Crawl with a Local: $31
- Mobsters, Casinos, and Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $35
- Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl (party bus add-on option): $36
- Bars Unknown: The Original Las Vegas Strip Bar Crawl: $39
- Zombie Burlesque at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino: $44
- Las Vegas Bar Crawl by Party Bus with Free Drinks: $49
- Zombie Burlesque Comedy Musical Show Ticket: $49
- Fantasy Burlesque Show at Luxor Hotel & Casino: $53
- Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Mixed Drinks: $55
- Las Vegas Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Free Drinks: $59
- Vegas Country Bar Crawl: Party Bus & Drinks Included: $59
- Mystery Paint & Sip Night at a Trendy Brewery: $59
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Havana and Las Vegas, we can see that Las Vegas is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Havana is in Caribbean Islands and Las Vegas 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Las Vegas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Las Vegas than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Havana Expensive? and Is Las Vegas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Havana or Las Vegas?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Las Vegas. When comparing the sizes of Havana and Las Vegas, 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.