Which place is cheaper, Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Flagstaff, 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 Flagstaff?
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.
Flagstaff
Located in northern Arizona near the San Francisco Peaks mountain range, Flagstaff is a small city surrounded by natural beauty. The city's proximity to a number of popular tourist sights, including Grand Canyon National Park, Oak Creek Canyon, the Arizona Snowbowl, Meteor Crater, and Historic Route 66, make it a common destination for tourists. It lies at an elevation of almost 7,000 feet with nearby areas climbing higher. In large part because of its altitude, the city has a cooler climate than the southern part of Arizona, which is famous for its low lying desert.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in United States of America, and The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America.
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Kingston Prices
Jamaica PricesFlagstaff Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Flagstaff $207
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Flagstaff is $207. 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 Flagstaff in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Flagstaff $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Flagstaff $172
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Flagstaff
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Flagstaff? 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 Flagstaff Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Flagstaff $37
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
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Flagstaff?
Prices for flights to both Flagstaff 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 $45Flagstaff $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Flagstaff $28
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 Flagstaff
Here are a few actual costs in Flagstaff for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Flagstaff's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour: $14
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona: $17
- Museum of Northern Arizona Entry Ticket: $18
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Grand Canyon South Rim: $20
- Forbidden Frights of Flagstaff Ghost Tour: $24
- Forbidden Flights of Flagstaff Haunted Walking Tour w/ Add-ons: $26
- Mountain Town of Madness, Adults Only Tour: $28
- Downtown Flagstaff Haunted History Walking Tour: $29
- Mural Tour of Historic Downtown Flagstaff: $29
- Family Friendly Haunted Walking Tour: $30
- Flagstaff Underground: Historical Walking Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Flagstaff $29
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 Flagstaff, we can see that Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Flagstaff 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 Flagstaff Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Flagstaff?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Flagstaff. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Flagstaff, 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.