Which place is cheaper, Albuquerque or Kingston?
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 Kingston or Albuquerque?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Albuquerque, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Kingston or Albuquerque?
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.
Albuquerque
Albuquerque is a large city in the middle of the desert, right in the heart of New Mexico. It's the largest city in the state and has a lot to offer visitors. The city has a quaint downtown with a handful of good shops and restaurants. The surrounding area is quite beautiful and every fall the city hosts a famous and spectacular hot air balloon festival.
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Kingston Prices
Jamaica PricesAlbuquerque Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Albuquerque $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Albuquerque is $165. 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 Kingston and Albuquerque in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Albuquerque $69
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Albuquerque $138
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Albuquerque
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Albuquerque? 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: Kingston Hotel Prices and Albuquerque Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Albuquerque $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Montego Bay: 5-Day Jamaica Tour with Meals and Transfers: $2,200
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Cruise Port to Kingston Hotels: $261
- Norman Manley Airport Private Round-trip Transfer to Kingston: $260
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport (KIN) To & From Sandals South Coast: $240
- Port Antonio Hotel Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $235
- Private Transfers: Kingston Airport ↔ Montego Bay Area: $215
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Riu Ocho Rios: $200
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Falmouth Port: $196
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $196
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport to Hilton Rose Hall: $187
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Albuquerque
Also for Albuquerque, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Albuquerque - Arrival Private Transfer: $44
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Albuquerque - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $89
- Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) to Truth or Consequences - Transfer: $297
- Albuquerque International Sunport Private Transfer: $196
- Albuquerque to Albuquerque Airport (ABQ) - Departure Private Transfer: $44
- Private Arrival Transfer from Albuquerque Airport (ABQ): $40
- Private Departure Transfer To Albuquerque Airport ABQ: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Albuquerque?
Prices for flights to both Albuquerque and Kingston 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 dayKingston $45Albuquerque $71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Albuquerque
For Albuquerque, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery Show - Albuquerque, NM: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Albuquerque $24
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ATV Adventure of Ocho Rios: $130
- 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
- Blue Mountain Waterfall and Sightseeing Ecotour: $200
- Blue Mountains Coffee Private Tour from Kingston: $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, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $125
Tours and Activities in Albuquerque
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Albuquerque.
- Historic Old Town Albuquerque smart phone App/Audio Walking Tour: $7.95
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Albuquerque by Operation City Quest: $10
- Breaking Bad Filming Locations Tour: $10
- Breaking Bad Filming Locations Driving Tour in Albuquerque NM: $10
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Albuquerque by Zombie Scavengers: $20
- Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour: $24
- Albuquerque Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Albuquerque Desert Shadows Rising Ghost Tour: $26
- Old Town ABQ: 12p History, Legends & Route 66 Lore Tour: $35
- ABQ Trolley Co. | Best of ABQ City Tour: $35
- 8pm Original Ghost Tour of Old Town: $35
- Duke City Pedaler: Beverage Tour to Old Town/Sawmill Albuquerque: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Albuquerque $20
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 Kingston and Albuquerque, we can see that Albuquerque is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kingston is in Caribbean Islands and Albuquerque 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Albuquerque would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Albuquerque than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kingston Expensive? and Is Albuquerque Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Albuquerque?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 92% larger than the population of Albuquerque. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Albuquerque, 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.