Which place is cheaper, Edmonton 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 Edmonton?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Edmonton, 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 Edmonton?
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.
Edmonton
The capital of Alberta, Canada, Edmonton has a population of just over one million people in its metropolitan area. It is also North America's northernmost city of this large size. It's a beautiful place to visit because of the North Saskatchewan River Valley which has over one hundred kilometers of hiking trails, wildlife spotting, and overlooks. The valley has a string of parks which are wonderful to visit. In addition to the beautiful outdoor setting and activities, Edmonton also offers the largest shopping mall in North America, West Edmonton Mall. It's also a city with a lot of culture including a lively theater scene, many different festivals, and no shortage of sporting events that you could attend.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Canada, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Canada.
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Kingston Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Edmonton $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Edmonton is $185. 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 Edmonton in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Edmonton $98
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Edmonton $196
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Edmonton
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Edmonton? 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 Edmonton Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Edmonton $77
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston Airport: $19
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $25
- MBJ Airport Transfer to/ from Hotels: $25
- Kingston Airport Transfers Private Taxi Service***: $37
- Airport Transfers from Kingston.: $40
- Private Transfer To & From New Kingston to Norman Manley Airport: $40
- Airport /Hotel Transfer Norman Manley airport and Montego bay: $40
- Kingston Norman Manley Airport (KIN) to Kingston - Arrival Private Transfer: $41
- Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport To Ocho Rios Hotels: $45
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Port Antonio: $47
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $48
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport Across Jamaica: $49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edmonton
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Edmonton:
- Edmonton Airport (YEG) to Edmonton - Arrival Private Transfer: $118
- Edmonton Airport (YEG) to Edmonton - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Edmonton to Edmonton Airport (YEG) - Departure Private Transfer: $118
- Private Transfer from Edmonton Airport (YEG) to Edmonton Hotels: $118
- Private Transfer from Edmonton to Edmonton Airport (YEG): $118
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Edmonton?
Prices for flights to both Edmonton 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 $45Edmonton $27
Typical Food Prices in Edmonton
Some typical examples of dining costs in Edmonton are as follows:
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Snacks$7.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Edmonton
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Edmonton.
- Edmonton's #1 Food Bike Tour: The Best Local Food Tour on E-Bikes: $144
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Edmonton $88
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
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Bunny Lee Museum and Recording Studio Admission Ticket: $30
- Kingston Creative: Mural Art Walking Tour: $31
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Guided Bar Hopping Tour with VIP Speakeasy Entry: $40
- Rhythmic Walking Music Tour: $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 Edmonton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Edmonton are as follows:
- Edmonton City Highlights 3 Hour Walking Tour Gratuity-Based: $5.00
- City Highlights Walking Tour | 3-Hour: $5.00
- Edmonton Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Edmonton by Crazy Dash: $10
- TELUS World of Science General Admission Ticket: $18
- Edmonton Explorer: Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Trolley: $36
- Edmonton Explorer | Hop On Hop Off Trolley Tour: $37
- Edmonton River Valley 60-Minute Segway Adventure: $43
- 1-Hour Edmonton River Valley Segway Tour: $44
- 1-Hour Segway Adventure in Louise McKinney Park: $44
- Edmonton River Valley 90-Minute Segway Adventure: $62
- Indigenous Heritage Tour with Minivan Transport: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Edmonton -
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 Edmonton
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Edmonton:
- Edmonton Brewery Tour (10 person minimum group): $101
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Edmonton, we can see that Edmonton 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 Edmonton 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 Edmonton would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Edmonton 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 Edmonton Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Edmonton?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 32% larger than the population of Edmonton. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Edmonton, 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.