Which place is cheaper, Hagatna 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 Hagatna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Hagatna, 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 Hagatna?
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.
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Kingston Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $125Hagatna $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $125, while the average daily cost in Hagatna is $0.00. 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 Hagatna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $63Hagatna -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $126Hagatna $0.00
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Hagatna
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Hagatna? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $29Hagatna -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston Airport: $19
- Kingston Airport Transfers Private Taxi Service***: $20
- MBJ Airport Transfer to/ from Hotels: $25
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $25
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Kingston International Airport (KIN): $34
- Private Transfer To & From New Kingston to Norman Manley Airport: $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 Transfer From Norman Manley Airport to Kingston one way: $48
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport Across Jamaica: $49
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kingston International Airport to Hotel: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Hagatna?
Prices for flights to both Hagatna 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 $45Hagatna -
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Hagatna -
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
- 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
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios: $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Cultural Walking Tour of Kingston: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Hagatna -
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 Hagatna, we can see that Kingston is more expensive. And not only is Hagatna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kingston is in Caribbean Islands and Hagatna is in Pacific, 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 Hagatna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hagatna 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 Kingston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kingston than you might in Hagatna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kingston Expensive? and Is Hagatna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Hagatna?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 890 times larger than the population of Hagatna. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Hagatna, 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.