Which place is cheaper, Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Guadalajara, 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 Guadalajara?
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.
Guadalajara
Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco in western Mexico, as well as one of the country's largest cities. It is best known for tequila and mariachi music, which both originate in Jalisco, as well as a thriving historic center with colonial architecture and landmarks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Mexico.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Guadalajara $150
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Guadalajara is $150. 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 Guadalajara in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $62Guadalajara $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $124Guadalajara $84
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Guadalajara
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Guadalajara? 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 Guadalajara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Guadalajara $39
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
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport (KIN) To & From Sandals South Coast: $240
- Kingston Airport to & From Sandals Ocho Rios Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $199
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport to Hilton Rose Hall: $187
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to or from Hotels in Falmouth Area: $173
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $167
- Transfer from Norman Manley Airport (KIN) to Kingston Hotels: $150
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Ocho Rios Airbnb Home, Resorts: $133
- Private Kingston Airport KIN Transfer for Ocho Rios Hotels: $128
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guadalajara
Also for Guadalajara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Tequila - Arrival Private Transfer: $101
- Guadalajara Airport Private Transfer to Ajijic & Chapala: $289
- Guadalajara to Tequila - Private Transfer with English-speaking driver: $177
- GDL Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center: $41
- Private Driver Guadalajara Full Day Tours andTransfers: $130
- Private Transfer Guadalajara Redondo Airport: $139
- Private Transfer from Guadalajara to Morelia: $244
- Private airport transfer to Guadalajara and surrounding areas: $92
- Private transfer to or from Guadalajara airport: $77
- SHARED Airport Transfer to Guadalajara & Zapopan.: $28
- Tequila to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $101
- Transfer Guadalajara Airport and Tequila Airport: $130
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Guadalajara?
Prices for flights to both Guadalajara 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 $45Guadalajara $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guadalajara
For Guadalajara, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Guadalajara Street Food Tour - Best Rated: $39
- Private Street Food Tour and City Tour Guadalajara - Best Rated: $54
- Tapatio Tastes Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $59
- Guadalajara Market Food Tour & Historic Landmarks Walk: $64
- Street Food Tour in Guadalajara with a Local Guide: $65
- Food Tour in Guadalajara: $86
- Traditional Mexican Food Tour: Market & Local Barrio Experience.: $95
- Guadalajara Street Food Tour: Taste the Best of Tapatío Cuisine: $109
- Dinner and Party in Amatitán Tequila and Tradition and Music: $242
- VIP Tequila Night Tour with Dinner and Tasting: $299
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Guadalajara $27
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: $117
- Art Walk, Bob Marley Museum Kingston City Tour: $130
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios: $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Blue Mountain Craighton Estate Coffee Tasting Tour / Devon House: $180
- Blue Mountain Waterfall and Sightseeing Ecotour: $200
- 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 Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston Hotels: $120
- Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $125
Tours and Activities in Guadalajara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guadalajara.
- Guided Tour with Tasting in Tequilera Hacienda de Oro: $15
- Guided Tour of the Historic Center of Guadalajara in French: $17
- Explore Colonia Americana Architecture and Culture Tour: $18
- Full Day Tour to Tequila and Amatitán with Fun and Culture: $19
- Orendain Classic Tour: $20
- Great Experience With A Tour Guide With Spark: $21
- Classical Experience: $21
- Tequila Jalisco Barrel Tour: $23
- Private Tasting Tour Hacienda de Oro, Amatitan Jalisco: $25
- Bar Tour of the Coolest Quarter of Guadalajara: $27
- Tour in Tlaquepaque with Photography: $30
- Acuario Sealand Guadalajara Admission Ticket: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Guadalajara $17
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 Guadalajara
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guadalajara:
- Guadalajara Pub Crawl: Free Drinks & Party Games: $21
- Friday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara, Mexico: $28
- Cultural tour, city fields and distillery: $32
- full day Tequila tour visiting artisanal distillery and downtown.: $89
- Guachimontones/Tlaquepaque and Distillery: $90
- Private Tour to Tequila: Artisan Distillery and Campos de Agave: $105
- Horseshoe Distillery Tour with Premium Tasting from Guadalajara: $127
- Tequila tour visiting a local brewery: $129
- Sip & Savor Tequila Experience Distillery w/ Lunch fr Guadalajara: $180
- Full-Day Tour to La Fortaleza Distillery and Cantaritos: $180
- Private Adventure to Casa Sauza Distillery and Visit to Tequila: $181
- Tour of El Castillo Distillery to Cantaritos Experience: $190
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Guadalajara, we can see that Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Guadalajara?
Guadalajara has a larger population, and is about 75% larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Guadalajara, 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.