Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Kathmandu?
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 Kathmandu or Montreal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kathmandu and Montreal 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: Kathmandu or Montreal?
Kathmandu
Kathmandu is the capital and largest city in the country of Nepal. Its metropolitan area forms one large urban area that includes the area of Patan to the south. As of 2011 there were 2.5 million residents in the Kathmandu metropolis and over 3 million in the entire metropolitan area. Kathmandu is likely to be your entry point into Nepal and is a great place to pick up supplies and arrange the details for any treks you hope to do. Many travelers rush through Kathmandu, turned off by the pollution and crowds, but to skip Kathmandu is to miss a major cultural, financial, and influential part of what defines the country of Nepal. The city itself is quite fun to explore if you allow it enough time and an open mind.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Kathmandu Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKathmandu $54Montreal $235
The average daily cost (per person) in Kathmandu is $54, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $235. 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 Kathmandu and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKathmandu $35Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKathmandu $70Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Kathmandu and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Kathmandu or Montreal? 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: Kathmandu Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kathmandu $6.04Montreal $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kathmandu
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Kathmandu:
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Taxi Ride$1.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kathmandu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kathmandu:
- Lukla Flight Ticket with Sharing Transfer Service: $270
- Private Transfer: Kathmandu to Pokhara Hotels: $244
- Private Transfer by Car from Kathmandu to Pokhara: $210
- Private Transfer: Kathmandu to Chitwan Hotels: $210
- Kathmandu to Pokhara Transfer by Luxury Private Car: $200
- Mount Everest Flight with Guaranteed Window Seat & Transfers: $190
- Mount Everest Scenic Flight by Buddha Air with Free Transfers: $180
- Private Transfer to Syabrubesi from Kathmandu or Pokhara: $170
- Private Sunrise or Sunset Tour of Nagarkot with return transfers from Kathmandu: $158
- Yoga Experience Day Trip with Private Transfer From Kathmandu: $152
- Kathmandu VIP Airport Arrival Meet & Greet with Private Transfer: $150
- Kathmandu to Lumbini One Way Transfer by Private AC Car: $140
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- YUL Airport Private Transfer to/from Downtown: $29
- Private Transfer from Montreal Airport YUL to Montreal / Bromont: $33
- Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $48
- Departure transfer Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL by Car or SUV: $62
- Private One-way Transfer from Montreal Airport to Montreal: $63
- Montreal hotel or port to Montréal Airport (YUL) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Montréal Airport (YUL) to Montreal hotel or port - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $70
- Montréal Airport (YUL) to Montreal Hotels - Private Transfer: $70
- Montreal hotels to Montréal Airport (YUL) - Private Transfer: $70
- Private Transfer from Montreal Airport (YUL) to Montreal Port: $70
- Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $70
Is it cheaper to fly into Kathmandu or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Kathmandu 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 dayKathmandu $13Montreal $62
Typical Food Prices in Kathmandu
Some typical examples of dining costs in Kathmandu are as follows:
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Dessert$1.17
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Dinner for Two$2.61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kathmandu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kathmandu.
- Saturday Hidden Kathmandu Walk and Food Tour: $10
- Local Foodie Food Tour around Durbar Square: $15
- Cultural Stay in Kathmandu and experience dinner with family: $18
- Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking & Momo-Making Class: $20
- Authentic Private Nepali Cooking Class in Kathmandu: $23
- Cook and Eat: Cooking Class in Kathmandu near Thamel: $24
- Local Women Lead Nepali Cooking Class: $30
- Best Nepali Cooking Class in Thamel with Local Market Trip: $30
- Secret Food Tour - Food Bites and Sights Kathmandu 14+ Tastings: $35
- Walking Food Tour in Hidden Local Eateries of Kathmandu: $36
- Kathmandu Kitchens Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
- Everest Eats Kathmandu Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $39
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$8.97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bateau-Mouche Cruise with A La Carte Dinner Option: $70
- Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $74
- Montreal Mile End Food Tour with Bagel, Poutine & 7 Tastings: $82
- Montreal Mile End Guided Food Tour by Local Montreal Tours: $82
- Montreal Mile End Food Tour: Bagels, Smoked Meat & Poutine: $84
- Jean-Talon & Little Italy Food Tour with 8 Tasting: $86
- Montreal Mile End Food Tour: Bagels, Smoked Meat & Poutine: $88
- Guided Happy Hour Brew Tour in Montreal with Dinner: $88
- Old Montreal Guided Food Tour with 6+ Local Delicacies Tastings: $94
- The Only Locally Owned Non-Touristy Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $95
- Jean-Talon Market & Beyond Locally Owned Food Tour: $98
- Thai Cooking Class Focused on Sauces: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kathmandu $6.98Montreal $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Kathmandu
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Kathmandu are as follows:
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Monkey Temple for Two$1.30
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Patan Durbar Square Entrance for Two$3.26
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Swayambhunath Stupa$1.30
Tours and Activities in Kathmandu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kathmandu are as follows:
- 1 Day Gay Tour Nepal: $155
- 1 Day Kathmandu Heritage 4 UNESCO Tour with Lunch: $99
- 1 Day Kathmandu Valley Sightseeing Tour: $35
- 1 Night 2 Days Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour from Pokhara or Kathmandu: $141
- 1 Night 2 Days Daman Tour: $215
- 1 Nights 2 Days Private Nagarkot Tour Package from Kathmandu: $150
- 2 Day Poon Hill Trek with 2 Day Chitwan Jungle Safari Tour: $731
- 2 Days Private Tour from Chitlang to Markhu: $210
- 2 Days and 1 Night Chitwan Safari Tour: $125
- 2 Nights 3 Days Pokhara Tour Package with Hotel Pick Up/Drop Off: $200
- 2 Nights 3 Days Pokhara Tour from Kathmandu: $80
- 20 Ponds Walking Heritage Tour in Bhaktapur: $110
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$53
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- Old Town Walking Tour of History and Landmarks: $4.23
- Montreal City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour | Gratuity-Based: $5.00
- City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour: $5.00
- Art Center and Museum Audio Guided Tour: $12
- McCord Stewart Museum Entry Ticket: $16
- Musée des Hospitalières Entry & Digital City Tour: $17
- Hospitalieres Museum Pass & Digital City Tour: $17
- The Ultimate Montreal Boat Tour: $18
- Best Old Montreal Walking Tour | Certified Guide (Max 8): $22
- Montreal Walking and Metro Tour Culture History and Diversity: $22
- Indigenous-Led Tour: Colonial Secrets of Old Montreal: $22
- Old Montreal Walking Tour | Medium Group (Max 14) By FITZ MTL: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKathmandu $4.97Montreal $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Kathmandu
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kathmandu:
- Bar Tour & Pub Crawl -Sip, Stroll, Repeat Thamel's Night: $75
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Pub Crawl: $25
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $26
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $41
- Burlesque Dance Class: $47
- Guided Pub Crawl of the City's Skyline Bars: $84
- Montréal: Women in Wine Tour with Tastings and Snacks: $84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kathmandu and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Kathmandu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kathmandu is in Asia and Montreal 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 Kathmandu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kathmandu 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal than you might in Kathmandu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kathmandu Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kathmandu or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kathmandu. When comparing the sizes of Kathmandu and Montreal, 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.