Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or London?
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 London or Ocho Rios?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between London and Ocho Rios can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: London or Ocho Rios?
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, and The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLondon £217Ocho Rios £64
The average daily cost (per person) in London is £217, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is £64. 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 London and Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLondon £125Ocho Rios £38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLondon £250Ocho Rios £76
Compare Hotels in London and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in London or Ocho Rios? 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: London Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.London £26Ocho Rios £5.46
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride£15
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Heathrow Express£18
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Luggage Storage£8.00
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London Map£1.29
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Oyster Card£36
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)£22
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Oyster Card£27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Southampton Port Transfer with Stonehenge stop-over included: $815
- Southampton: LHR to Southampton Executive SUV Transfer: $701
- Private Transfer London Heathrow Airport to Southampton Port: $620
- Private Transfer From Southampton Cruise Terminal to London: $606
- Private Transfer Heathrow to Southampton Cruise Terminal: $606
- Airport - hotel - airport transfers for Heathrow groups.: $532
- Cambridge: LHR to Cambridge Executive SUV Transfer: $525
- Transfer to/ from Dover Cruise port to Central London: $507
- Transfer to/from London Gatwick Airport to Dover Cruise Port: $489
- London Hotels and Airports: Private Transfer to Southampton: $472
- Heathrow to Southampton Private Cruise Transfer Luxury MPV: $472
- Southampton To London Heathrow Airport Transfers: $472
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Luxury Transfer to Sandals Dunn’s River from MBJ Airport: $300
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- VIP***Private KINGSTON Airport Transfers to***OCHO RIOS**HOTELS**: $292
- Kingston Airport (KIN) to Runaway Bay Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay Hotels: $240
- Ocho Rios Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN): $240
- Kingston Airport Transfer to Runaway Bay Hotels: $200
- Luxury Ocho Rios Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Ríos: $176
- Jewels Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $170
- Montego Bay Private Airport Transfer To and from ochi rios : $170
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Round Trip Transfers from MBJ: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into London or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and London 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 dayLondon £59Ocho Rios £21
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks£13
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Tea£6.00
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason£39
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Morning Tea£6.35
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Pastry£5.00
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Sushi Dinner for One£18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $48
- Tasting History: A Choose Your Own Menu Food Tour: $49
- Pizza and Beer Bus Experience: $67
- London Soho & Covent Garden Food Tour by Do Eat Better : $79
- International Stand Up Show & Monmouth K. Dinner in Covent Garden: $89
- Borough Market Christmas Food Tour with Tea and Doughnuts: $96
- Private South Indian Home Cooking Experience in Orpington: $105
- Devour Borough Market & Leadenhall Food Tour with Wine: $115
- Plant Power - Vegan Food Tour: $117
- Hungry for Soho: London's Finest Food Tour: $122
- Eating London East End Food Tour: $122
- London Cheese Chocolate and Christmas Lights Food Tour: $123
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.London £33Ocho Rios £11
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert£83
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London Symphony Orchestra£34
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London Pass£47
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Comedy Show£8.00
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- Experience Fitzrovia Comedy Club in London: $6.85
- Greenwich, Real-world Adventure Game: $21
- London King's Cross Walking Tour: Homelessness Revisited: $30
- Londons Treasures Guided Tour of the British Museum: $103
- Madame Tussauds London Admission Ticket: $40
- Rock 'n' Roll Soho - a Walking Tour: $29
- Silent Disco Walking Tours West End Boogie Shoes: $40
- 'Cutty Sark' Entrance Ticket: $32
- 10 Craft Beer Tasting Experience: $48
- 2 Hour Big Ben to Borough Market Walking Tour: $41
- 2 Hour Private Rock & Roll Tour London: $295
- 2 Hours History Walking Tour of The Secret Streets in Chelsea : $89
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate£7.86
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens£3.93
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Tour of Prospect Plantation£13
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Tour from Runaway Bay: $285
- Blue Hole Tour From Ocho Rios: $60
- Blue Hole Waterfalls + Bamboo River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios: $109
- Dunn's River Falls Party Cruise, Blue Hole with Snorkeling, free beverages: $165
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Tubing Combo Tour from Ocho Rios: $140
- Private Dunn's River and Blue hole tour from Ocho Rios : $110
- Private Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios : $60
- Shopping Tour From Runaway Bay Hotels : $75
- 1 Hour Private Rafting Experience in Jamaica: $65
- ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
- ATV Guided Tour To Blue Hole & Spanish Bridge In Ocho Rios: $270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLondon £15Ocho Rios £5.54
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $16
- London Pub Tour: $27
- London Pub Crawl: $29
- Bombay Sapphire Gin Distillery Tour and Cocktail: $30
- Camden Pub Crawl in London: $34
- The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $34
- Small Group Covent Garden Historic Pub Tour in London: $34
- Sipsmith Distillery Tour and Complimentary Tasting: $41
- Small Group Historical Pub Tour, Beer Included: $60
- East End Craft Brewery Tour: $67
- Brixton Craft Brewery Tour: $67
- Devour London Historical Pub Tour:Traditional British Food & Ales: $95
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between London and Ocho Rios, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since London is in Europe and Ocho Rios is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London than you might in Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is London Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, London or Ocho Rios?
London has a larger population, and is about 790 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of London and Ocho Rios, 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.
When is the best time to visit London or Ocho Rios?
London has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ocho Rios experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit London or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and London are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to London this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
London is much colder than Ocho Rios in the summer. The daily temperature in London averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. London usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during summer. London gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, London usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. London gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLondon 18°C (64°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit London or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
Both Ocho Rios and London during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to London for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
In the autumn, London is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the autumn temperatures in London in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, London often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. London gets 107 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun.
Ocho Rios gets a good bit of rain this time of year. London usually gets less rain in October than Ocho Rios. London gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLondon 12°C (53°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit London or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both London and Ocho Rios. Many visitors come to London in the winter for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
London can get quite cold in the winter. In January, London is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in London average around 4°C (40°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. London usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during winter. London gets 52 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, London usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. London gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLondon 4°C (40°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit London or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to London as well as Ocho Rios. Most visitors come to London for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
London is much colder than Ocho Rios in the spring. The daily temperature in London averages around 9°C (48°F) in April, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. In the spring, London often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. London gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun.
London usually gets more rain in April than Ocho Rios. London gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLondon 9°C (48°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and London
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (40°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (48°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 13°C (55°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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