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 $126Guadalajara $146
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $126, while the average daily cost in Guadalajara is $146. 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 $63Guadalajara $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Guadalajara $82
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 $38
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
- Norman Manley Airport Private Round-trip Transfer to Kingston: $273
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port: $264
- 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
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Riu Ocho Rios: $200
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande: $200
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $198
- Montego Bay Airport(One-Way) Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $195
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guadalajara
Also for Guadalajara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Guadalajara hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $53
- Guadalajara Airport (GDL) to Tequila - Arrival Private Transfer: $100
- Guadalajara Airport Private Transfer to Ajijic & Chapala: $289
- Guadalajara Airport(GDL) to Tequila - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $200
- Guadalajara hotels to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $53
- GDL Airport Private Transfer to/from City Center: $41
- Private Airport Transfer to Guadalajara Hotels Safe & Stress-Free: $23
- Tequila to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $100
- Transfer Private Guadalajara Airport Single: $89
- Transfer airport Guadalajara: $148
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 $80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guadalajara
For Guadalajara, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Street Food Tour and City Tour Guadalajara - Best Rated: $54
- Tapatio Tastes Food Tour with 13+ Tastings: $59
- Street Food Tour in Guadalajara with a Local Guide: $65
- Guadalajara Street Food Tour: Taste the Best of Tapatío Cuisine: $106
- Dinner and Party in Amatitán Tequila and Tradition and Music: $236
- 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:
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Kingston: $282
- 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
- Black River Safari Tour from Kingston: $272
- Blue Mountain Craighton Estate Coffee Tasting Tour / Devon House: $155
- Bluehole, Dunn's River Falls and Port Royal all in one tour: $690
- Bob Marley City Guided Tours: $95
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum and Kingston Sightseeing from Port Royal Cruise Port: $205
- 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
- Bar Tour of the Coolest Quarter of Guadalajara: $18
- Orendain Classic Tour: $20
- Great Experience With A Tour Guide With Spark: $21
- Tequila Jalisco Barrel Tour: $23
- Private Tasting Tour Hacienda de Oro, Amatitan Jalisco: $25
- Guided walking tour Delights for breakfast in Mazamitla: $30
- Guadalajara Must-See Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide: $33
- Private Guadalajara City Tour Within Your Budget: $34
- Experience Jose Cuervo: $35
- Guadalajara Private Walking Tour: $44
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:
- Saturday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $25
- Thursday Night Bar Crawl in Guadalajara Mexico: $25
- Tequila distillery experience, Jose Cuervo & Tequila Magic Town: $80
- full day Tequila tour visiting artisanal distillery and downtown.: $89
- Horseshoe Distillery Tour with Premium Tasting from Guadalajara: $124
- Tequila tour visiting a local brewery: $129
- VIP Private Tequila Tour: Artisanal Distillery and Magical Town: $177
- Private One Day Adventure Tour in Tequila and La Fortaleza Distillery: $189
- Private Tequila Adventure Tour with Visit to Atanasio Distillery: $189
- Tour of El Castillo Distillery to Cantaritos Experience: $190
- Private Tour to Tequila Ocho Distillery and the Town of Arandas: $236
- Private Tour to Tequila Distillery and Cantaritos and Celebration: $240
When comparing the travel costs between Kingston and Guadalajara, we can see that Guadalajara is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Kingston is in Caribbean Islands and Guadalajara is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
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.