Which place is cheaper, Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Colorado Springs, 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 Colorado Springs?
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.
Colorado Springs
Colorado Springs is the second largest city in the state of Colorado. It is located in the northeastern tip of the south central region of the state and is in a beautiful area surrounded by mountains and alpine trees. It is also referred to as "America's Olympic City" because it is the location of the United States Olympic Training Center.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America, and The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Colorado Springs $225
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Colorado Springs is $225. 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 Colorado Springs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Colorado Springs $100
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Colorado Springs $200
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Colorado Springs
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Colorado Springs? 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 Colorado Springs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Colorado Springs $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Airport /Hotel Transfer Norman Manley airport and Montego bay: $40
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Ocho Rios Airbnb Home, Resorts: $133
- Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport To Ocho Rios Hotels: $45
- Airport Transfers from Kingston.: $40
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston Airport: $19
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Montego Bay: $69
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Negril: $79
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Port Antonio: $47
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (4 - 9 Persons): $159
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Colorado Springs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Colorado Springs:
- Winter Park Ski Resort to Denver Airport BJC Departure Transfer: $266
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Colorado Springs?
Prices for flights to both Colorado Springs 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 $45Colorado Springs $95
Typical Food Prices in Colorado Springs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Colorado Springs:
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Cold Stone Ice Cream (family of 4)$22
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Snacks at the Zoo (family of 4)$18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Colorado Springs
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Colorado Springs.
- Dinner Detective True Crime Murder Mystery - Colorado Springs, CO: $89
- Food Tour & Olympic Museum Entry: $119
- Pizza Cooking Class in Denver (Includes 3-Course Meal): $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Colorado Springs $48
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Bunny Lee Museum and Recording Studio Admission Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Kingston Creative: Mural Art Walking Tour: $31
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Rhythmic Walking Music Tour: $40
- Guided Bar Hopping Tour with VIP Speakeasy Entry: $40
- Judgement Yard Tour: $50
- Sugar Minott's Youth Promotion Studio Tour: $50
- Kingston Night Market Experience from Kingston: $55
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
Tours and Activities in Colorado Springs
Here are a few actual costs in Colorado Springs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Great Sand Dunes Self Guided National Park Audio Tour: $8.49
- Bachelor Loop Colorado Ghost Tour Self Guided Audio Driving Tour: $12
- Scenic Pikes Peak Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Mesa Verde National Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Colorado National Monument Self Guided Audio Driving Guided Tour: $15
- Garden of the Gods Self-Guided Driving & Walking Audio Tour: $15
- Self Guided Audio Driving Tour of Pikes Peak Highway: $17
- Self Guided Driving Audio Tour of Black Canyon of the Gunnison: $20
- Pikes Peak Phantom: Specters of Colorado Springs Ghost Tour: $24
- Colorado Springs - Guided Walking Ghost / History Tour: $30
- Gallows Gold and Ghouls Grand Junction Ghost Tour: $32
- Colorado Springs Small Group Historic Walking Tour: $42
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Colorado Springs $24
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Colorado Springs
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Colorado Springs:
- Paint & Sip Night at a Trendy Distillery: $47
- Guided Walking Tour - Historic Bar Crawl - Gunfighters to Ghosts: $49
- Downtown Colorado Springs Brewery & Burgers Tour: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Colorado Springs, we can see that Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Colorado Springs 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 Colorado Springs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Colorado Springs?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Colorado Springs. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Colorado Springs, 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 Kingston or Colorado Springs?
Colorado Springs has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kingston or Colorado Springs in the Summer?
Both Colorado Springs and Kingston are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Colorado Springs because of the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Kingston is a little warmer than Colorado Springs. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kingston in July average around 29°C (83°F), and Colorado Springs averages at about 71°F (22°C).
In July, Kingston usually receives less rain than Colorado Springs. Kingston gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Colorado Springs receives 2.9 inches (73 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKingston 29°C (83°F)Colorado Springs 71°F (22°C)
Should I visit Kingston or Colorado Springs in the Autumn?
Both Colorado Springs and Kingston during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the hiking trails, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Colorado Springs this time of year.
In October, Kingston is generally much warmer than Colorado Springs. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 28°C (82°F), and Colorado Springs fluctuates around 48°F (9°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kingston. Kingston usually gets more rain in October than Colorado Springs. Kingston gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Colorado Springs receives 0.7 inches (17 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKingston 28°C (82°F)Colorado Springs 48°F (9°C)
Should I visit Kingston or Colorado Springs in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kingston and Colorado Springs. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round. Also, many travelers come to Colorado Springs for the skiing, the museums, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Colorado Springs. Kingston is much warmer than Colorado Springs in the winter. The daily temperature in Kingston averages around 26°C (79°F) in January, and Colorado Springs fluctuates around 26°F (-3°C).
In January, Kingston usually receives more rain than Colorado Springs. Kingston gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Colorado Springs receives 0.3 inches (8 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKingston 26°C (79°F)Colorado Springs 26°F (-3°C)
Should I visit Kingston or Colorado Springs in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kingston as well as Colorado Springs. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Colorado Springs in the spring for the small town charm and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Kingston is much warmer than Colorado Springs. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kingston in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Colorado Springs averages at about 45°F (7°C).
Kingston usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Colorado Springs. Kingston gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Colorado Springs receives 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKingston 26°C (80°F)Colorado Springs 45°F (7°C)
Typical Weather for Colorado Springs and Kingston
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 26°F (-3°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) |
| Mar | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 inches (23 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 1.1 inches (27 mm) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 2.5 inches (63 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 1.9 inches (47 mm) |
| Jul | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 2.6 inches (67 mm) |
| Sep | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 60°F (15°C) | 0.9 inches (24 mm) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 48°F (9°C) | 0.7 inches (17 mm) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 0.5 inches (13 mm) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°F (-3°C) | 0.3 inches (8 mm) |
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