Should you visit Kingston or Las Vegas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Las Vegas, 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 Las Vegas?
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.
Las Vegas
Las Vegas has long been the gambling capital of the United States. Known as "Sin City," it is a hot spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, but in recent years it has seen a dramatic increase in weddings and business conferences. It is the largest city in the state of Nevada and one of the most visited and well known cities in the country. It is located in the Mojave Desert in South Nevada and has a very arid climate with very hot and dry summers. The average high in July is 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but as many people like to say "its a dry heat." Winters are cooler and pleasant with highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheits. Snow is very rare but the surrounding mountains are often topped with snow during the winter months.
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Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas or Kingston?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $109, while the average daily cost in Las Vegas is $310. 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 Las Vegas in more detail.
Accommodation
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Las Vegas? 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
Las Vegas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
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All Island Private Transfer To/From Kingston Airport (KIN):
$22
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MBJ Airport Transfer to/ from Hotels :
$25
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Airport Transfer Norman Manley international airport:
$30
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Private Transfer to/from Kingston Airport:
$42
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Kingston Airport Taxi Transfers Private ***:
$47
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Airport Transfer in Kingston:
$50
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Kingston International Airport Jamaica - Private Arrival or Depature transfer :
$73
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Private Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport:
$90
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Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port:
$118
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Private Transfer from Kingston Hotels to Montego Bay Cruise Port:
$118
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10. Norman Manley Intl Kingston Airport Fun-Transfer to/from Montego Bay Resorts:
$125
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Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay:
$127
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Las Vegas:
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Airport Transfer:
$64
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Arrival Private Transfer from Las Vegas Airport to Las Vegas by electric vehicle:
$87
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Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Business Car:
$202
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Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Luxury Car:
$143
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Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Luxury Van:
$130
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Departure Private Transfer: Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport by electric vehicle:
$82
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Departure Transfer: Las Vegas to Airport LAS in Luxury SUV:
$145
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From Las Vegas Airport - Transfer to Hotel:
$95
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From Las Vegas Hotel - Transfer to Airport:
$95
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From Las Vegas Hotels -Hotels to Airport Transfer:
$90
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From Nellis Dunes ATV Tour with Shuttle Transfer:
$200
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Lake Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport (LAS) - Departure Transfer:
$52
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Las Vegas?
Prices for flights to both Las Vegas 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 day
Kingston $27
Las Vegas $80
Typical Food Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of dining costs in Las Vegas are as follows:
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Coffee
$5.00
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Deep Fried Twinkie
$1.07
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Chocolate Dip Banana
$1.07
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Gelato
$5.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Las Vegas.
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Guest Artists Chuck Wagon Dinner Show in Henderson:
$49
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Chuck Wagon Dinner and Show at the Firelight Barn in Henderson:
$49
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Manila Chinatown Food Tour Experience :
$65
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Manila A Walking Food Tour in the Downtown, Eat and Drink:
$70
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Makati Street Food tour Experience with Mari:
$73
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Manila Filipino Cooking Class: Meryenda Favorites:
$75
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Las Vegas Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour:
$80
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Market Tour and Provincial Filipino Cooking Class in the Countryside:
$88
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Downtown Las Vegas Food Tour:
$89
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Private Filipino cooking class in a local Manila Home:
$90
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Marriage Can Be Murder Dinner Show in Las Vegas:
$100
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Private Filipino Cooking Class in the Heart of Manila,Makati City:
$110
Entertainment
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Walking Tour with Mural Exploration:
$26
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Montego Bay: All inclusive tours:
$30
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Cannabis Shopping Tour with Lunch:
$50
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Ocho Rios Shore Excursion: Bus Tour of Ocho Rios, Fern Gully and Turtle Beach:
$62
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Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston:
$63
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Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston:
$64
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Tour a Jamaican Farm:
$70
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Kingston Half Day Community and Art Tour:
$70
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Kingston City Tour (starting in Kingston):
$72
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Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios:
$73
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Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats:
$75
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Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston:
$81
Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Las Vegas are as follows:
Tours and Activities in Las Vegas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Las Vegas are as follows:
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Self-Guided Red Rock Canyon Audio Driving Tour:
$7.19
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Hoover Dam & Lake Mead: Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$8.99
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Red Rock Canyon: Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$8.99
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Las Vegas’ Glitter Gulch, Ghosts and Gangsters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$9.99
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Las Vegas Strip: Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour:
$9.99
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Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Dowtown Las Vegas:
$10
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Hoover Dam: Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour:
$12
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Self-Guided Sightseeing Highlights Digital Tour:
$13
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Hoover Dam and Lake Mead Audio-Guided Tour:
$14
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Vegas Highlights: Neon Lights & Desert - Audio Driving Tour:
$15
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Las Vegas Strip Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour :
$15
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Red Rock Canyon Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour Guide:
$15
Alcohol
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
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Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios:
$185
Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Las Vegas:
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Mobsters, Casinos, and Speaky Bar Crawl:
$36
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Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl (party bus add-on option):
$36
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Off The Beaten Path Bar Crawl:
$45
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Las Vegas Bar Crawl by Party Bus with Free Drinks:
$49
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Zombie Burlesque at Planet Hollywood Resort and Casino:
$50
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Zombie Burlesque Comedy Musical Show Ticket:
$50
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Fremont Street Party Bus and Bar Crawl:
$50
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Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl :
$50
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Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl:
$50
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Red Velvet Burlesque Show in Las Vegas:
$55
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Las Vegas Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Free Drinks:
$59
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Fantasy Burlesque Show at Luxor Hotel & Casino:
$61
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Las Vegas, we can see that Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Las Vegas 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 Las Vegas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Las Vegas?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 96% larger than the population of Las Vegas. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Las Vegas, 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.
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