Which place is cheaper, Quebec or Hawaii?
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 Hawaii or Quebec?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Hawaii or Quebec? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Hawaii or Quebec?
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.
Quebec
The culture and history of Europe is alive and well in North America. The largest province in Canada, Quebec, was a French colony from the time of Jacques Cartier in 1534 until 1760. Today, it is the only province in Canada where French is the official language. With the second largest population in the country, approximately 6.4 million, or 80% of the people speak French as their native language.
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Hawaii Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHawaii $393Quebec $34,943
The average daily cost (per person) in Hawaii is $393, while the average daily cost in Quebec is $34,943. 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 Hawaii and Quebec in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHawaii $214Quebec $16,700
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHawaii $428Quebec $
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Compare Hotels in Hawaii and Quebec
Looking for a hotel in Hawaii or Quebec? 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.Hawaii $37Quebec $3,358
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hawaii
Also for Hawaii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Waikiki to Honolulu Airport HNL by Minibus: $290
- Private Minibus Arrival transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Waikiki: $290
- Honolulu HNL Airport Round-Trip Private Transfer in SUV: $285
- Private North Shore/Turtle Bay Airport Transfer | Up to 10 Guests: $275
- VIP Private Maui OGG Departure Transfer Black Cadillac Escalade: $259
- Private Airport Transfer from Honolulu to Ko Olina: $250
- Luxury Sprinter Transfer Airport, Waikiki and Cruise Terminal: $250
- VIP Luxury Transfers: Honolulu Airport ↔ Ko Olina ↔ Cruise Port: $240
- Luxury Airport transfer to North Waikoloa Resorts and residence: $215
- Private Transfer from Pupukea to Honolulu (HLN) Airport: $213
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to North Shore: $213
- Private Airport Transfer from Honululu: $210
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quebec
Also for Quebec, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- YQB Airport Transfer: $126
- Quebec city private transfer: $103
- Quebec City Private Transfers & Tours: $85
- Quebec Airport (YQB) to Downtown private transfer: $116
- Québec Jean Lesage International Airport transfer to Club Med: $288
- Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $202
- Québec Jean Lesage Airport (YQB) to Québec city - Arrival Private Transfer: $101
- Private transfer from YQB (QUEBEC) Airport to downtown: $126
- Private Transfer from Quebec City to YQB airport: $109
- Private Transfer from Montreal city to Montreal Cruise Port: $68
- Private Transfer from Montreal City to Montreal (YUL) Airport: $105
- Private Transfer from Montreal Airport (YUL) to Montreal Port: $68
Is it cheaper to fly into Hawaii or Quebec?
Prices for flights to both Quebec and Hawaii 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 dayHawaii $128Quebec $11,853
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hawaii
For Hawaii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Downtown Honolulu Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings: $107
- 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
- Maui: Coast of Ka'anapali Beach Sunset Dinner Sail: $168
- Friday Fireworks Dinner Sail from the Hilton Hawaiian Village: $170
- Craft Cocktail and Dinner Experience: $175
- Maui Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach: $180
- Kauai: Luau Ka Hikina Admission with Dinner and Lei Greeting: $183
- Big Island: Farm to Table Cooking Class at Kulaniapia Falls: $185
- Kauai: Luau Kalamaku with Buffet Dinner and Show: $187
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quebec
For Quebec, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Jean Talon Market & Little Italy Food Tour with 8 Local Tastings: $69
- Thai-Montréal Cooking Class Experience with 4 courses meals: $71
- Montreal Mile End Guided Food Tour by Local Montreal Tours: $79
- Montreal Mile End Food Tour with Bagel, Poutine and 7 Tastings: $79
- Old Montreal Guided Food Tour with 6+ Local Delicacies Tastings: $92
- The Only Locally Owned Non-Touristy Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $93
- Quebec : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $108
- Food Tour in Quebec With A Local Guide: $109
- Montreal Home Dining & Dim Sum Cooking Class: $115
- Sunday Dinner Quebec Autumn Table: $119
- Old Quebec City Food Tour with 10+ Local Tastings: $122
- Québec City: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with DJ & Dancing: $123
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hawaii $38Quebec $9,789
Tours and Activities in Hawaii
For Hawaii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Tour de Honolulu" Foodie Bike Tour: $189
- 1.5-Hour Guided Marine Life Tour: $105
- 18 Minutes Private Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $269
- 18 Minutes Shared Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $269
- 2 Hour Big Island Reef Snorkel & Dolphin Watch Tour: $88
- 2 Hour Molokini Snorkeling Tour with Breakfast: $179
- 2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu: $40
- 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: $59
- 2-Hour Private Botanical Facial with Hand Dip Experience: $175
- 3 Hour Big Island Dolphin Watch Boat Tour, Snorkeling & BBQ Lunch: $150
Tours and Activities in Quebec
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Quebec.
- 1H-Guided Montreal Jet Ski Sunset Adventure: $148
- 2-hour private tour of Montmorency Falls with transportation by 7-seater SUV: $211
- 4-hour private tour of Ile d'Orleans. Discover local flavors. Live guide: $423
- 5 Course Gourmet Food and History Walking Tour of Old Quebec: $215
- 5 Course Gourmet and Historical Tour of Old Quebec: $211
- A Taste of History Walking Tour: $86
- AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise: $78
- All about Montréal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $25
- Animated Crime Walking Tour in Old Quebec: $21
- Best Old Montreal Private Walking Tour | Certified Guide: $144
- Best of Quebec City: Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $41
- Best of Quebec City: Panoramic Bus Tour with Local Guide: $40
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHawaii $19Quebec $2,459
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
- North Shore Oahu Distillery Tour, Tasting & Craft Cocktail: $45
- Ola Distillery Tour and Spirit Tasting in Hawaii: $50
- Twilight Wine Tasting by Sea and Sunset Cruise in Honolulu: $119
- Oahu: Kō Hana Rum Deep Dive Distillery Tour with Tasting: $150
Sample the Local Flavors in Quebec
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Quebec:
- Guided visits and tasting at a Quebec distillery: $16
- Quebec City: Honey and Distillery Tour with Tasting: $20
- Quebec City: Island of Orleans Wine Tour: $93
- Wine Tasting on Ile d'Orleans: $95
- Quebec City: Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $145
- Quebec City: Montmorency Falls and Microbrewery eBike Tour: $181
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hawaii and Quebec, we can see that Quebec is more expensive. And not only is Hawaii much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hawaii would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hawaii 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 Quebec would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quebec than you might in Hawaii.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hawaii Expensive? and Is Quebec Expensive?.
Which has a larger population, Hawaii or Quebec?
Quebec has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Hawaii. When comparing the sizes of Hawaii and Quebec, 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.