Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Hoi An?
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 Hoi An or Kingston?
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 Hoi An and Kingston. 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: Hoi An or Kingston?
Hoi An
Located just south of the city of Da Nang, Hoi An is famous for it's beautiful old town. It is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unfortunately, since its designation as a World Heritage Site in 1999, mass tourism has grown and the city has felt the growing pains. Most of the homes and shops in the old town are now used for commercial purposes. The city is still quaint, but the old town is lined with tailor shops, souvenir stores, and restaurants. Foreigners are required to purchase a ticket to enter the old town of Hoi An (120,000 VND, about $5).
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHoi An $51Kingston $125
The average daily cost (per person) in Hoi An is $51, while the average daily cost in Kingston is $125. 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 Hoi An and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHoi An $20Kingston $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHoi An $40Kingston $126
Compare Hotels in Hoi An and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Hoi An or Kingston? 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: Hoi An Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hoi An $18Kingston $29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Hoi An are as follows:
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Taxi From Danang to Hoi An$8.36
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Bus From Hoi An Bus Station to Town$0.57
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hoi An
Also for Hoi An, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hue Private Car with Driver for Customizable Trip & Transfer: $7.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- VIP Private Airport Transfer: Norman Manley to Montego Bay Hotels: $124
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN): $54
- Private Transfers: Kingston Airport ↔ Montego Bay Area: $215
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport Across Jamaica: $49
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $45
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $25
- Private Transfer to and from Kingston International Airport: $73
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Cruise Port to Kingston Hotels: $261
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $196
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port: $261
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Falmouth Port: $196
- Private Transfer To & From New Kingston to Norman Manley Airport: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Hoi An or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Hoi An 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 dayHoi An $16Kingston $45
Typical Food Prices in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner at Bamboo Village (for Two)$14
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Casual Lunch (for Two)$3.80
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Casual Dinner (for Two)$7.60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hoi An $12Kingston $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hoi An
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Hoi An's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Golf (for Two)$141
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Short Boat Ride$1.52
Tours and Activities in Hoi An
For Hoi An, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hue : Shuttle bus from Hue to Hoi An and sightseeing: $16
- Hue-Da Nang-Hoi An Bus Tour with English Guide & Sightseeing: $22
- Hue: Half-Day Tour with Optional Dragon Boat Perfume River: $28
- Phu Quoc: 3 Islands Snorkeling/ Cable Car Adventure: $45
- Hoi An Experience 3 Hours Wood Carving Class with Local Artist: $47
- My Son Sanctuary Private Tour - Sunrise Morning or Half Day Tour: $50
- My Son Holy Land Half Day Tour: $103
- My Son - Danang from Tien Sa cruise harbor: $150
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & HOI AN City: $154
- Cruiseship Trip from TIEN SA or CHAN MAY Port to MY SON HOLYLAND & DA NANG City: $154
- Chan May Port: Private My Son Sanctuary & Marble Mountains Tour: $160
- Cruiseship Tour to MY SON HOLYLAND - DA NANG CITY From Chan May or Tien Sa Port: $179
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Black River Safari Tour from Kingston: $272
- Blue Mountain Bicycle Tour from Kingston: $231
- Blue Mountain Coffee Tasting & Farm Tour from Kingston: $150
- Blue Mountain Craighton Estate Coffee Tasting Tour / Devon House: $180
- Bluehole, Dunn's River Falls and Port Royal all in one tour: $690
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston Hotels: $120
- Bob Marley Museum and Kingston Sightseeing from Port Royal Cruise Port: $205
- Bunny Lee Museum and Recording Studio Admission Ticket: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHoi An $8.62Kingston $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Hoi An
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Hoi An are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$9.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Worthy Park Estate Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting: $144
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hoi An and Kingston, we can see that Kingston is more expensive. And not only is Hoi An much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hoi An is in Asia and Kingston 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 Hoi An would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hoi An 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 Kingston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kingston than you might in Hoi An.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hoi An Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hoi An or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Hoi An. When comparing the sizes of Hoi An and Kingston, 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 Hoi An or Kingston?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Hoi An or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Hoi An during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Hoi An because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
February to July is the dry season in Hoi An. September to January is the rainy season in Hoi An. Hoi An usually gets more rain in July than Kingston. Hoi An gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Hoi An. In the summer, Hoi An often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston. Hoi An gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun.
In July, Hoi An is generally around the same temperature as Kingston. Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 29°C (85°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHoi An 29°C (85°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Kingston in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hoi An and Kingston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Hoi An year-round. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Kingston receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Hoi An gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Hoi An usually receives more rain than Kingston. Hoi An gets 613 mm (24.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Hoi An usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during autumn. Hoi An gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Hoi An is around the same temperature as Kingston in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hoi An averages around 25°C (78°F) in October, and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHoi An 25°C (78°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hoi An as well as Kingston. Hoi An attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
Also, February to July in Hoi An is the dry season. September to January in Hoi An is the rainy season. Hoi An receives a lot of rain in the winter. Hoi An usually gets more rain in January than Kingston. Hoi An gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In the winter, Hoi An often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Hoi An gets 136 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun.
In the winter, Hoi An is cooler than Kingston. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hoi An in January average around 22°C (71°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHoi An 22°C (71°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Hoi An or Kingston in the Spring?
Both Kingston and Hoi An are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Hoi An throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Hoi An usually receives more rain than Kingston. Hoi An gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Kingston. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hoi An. Hoi An usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during spring. Hoi An gets 210 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hoi An is generally around the same temperature as Kingston. Daily temperatures in Hoi An average around 26°C (80°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHoi An 26°C (80°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Hoi An
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 30°C (85°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (85°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (85°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 331 mm (13 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (78°F) | 613 mm (24.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 24°C (76°F) | 376 mm (14.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 223 mm (8.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 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.