Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Los Angeles?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Los Angeles or Montreal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Los Angeles and Montreal. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Los Angeles or Montreal?
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California is probably one of the most well known cities in the United States. It is the second most populated metro area in the country with more than 17 million people. The city's diversity is wide reaching, giving it a character that is unique from any other place in the country. LA has many world famous sights and neighborhoods including Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, and Santa Monica, but there is really so much more to this city.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLos Angeles $258Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Los Angeles is $258, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $209. 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 Los Angeles and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLos Angeles $140Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLos Angeles $280Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Los Angeles and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Los Angeles or Montreal? 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: Los Angeles Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Los Angeles $42Montreal $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Los Angeles
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Los Angeles:
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Hotel Parking for a Day$22
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Taxi to Airport$55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Los Angeles
Also for Los Angeles, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- LA: City Highlights Private Guided Tour with Transfer: $999
- Private City Highlights Tour with Transfer: $999
- Los Angeles Airport (LAX): Private Transfer to Los Angeles: $764
- Private Transfers between LAX Airport and Los Angeles: $514
- Los Angeles Airport Transfer and Transportation : $300
- Departure Private Transfer: Los Angeles to Airport LAX in Luxury Car: $272
- Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Desert Hot Springs Arrival Transfer: $251
- San Diego Private Transfer To or From Universal Studios/Burbank.: $248
- One-Way Private Transfers From/To Los Angeles Airport: $245
- Private Transfer: Los Angeles to Ontario Airport ONT in Business Car: $239
- Catalina Island w/Discover Avalon Scenic Tour & Hotel transfers: $231
- Los Angeles/Hollywood Private Transfer to or from San Diego.: $229
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montreal CityCenter- to Montreal Airport (YUL): $67
- Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $87
- Private Transfer: Montreal City Center to Pierre E.T. Airport-YUL: $48
- Private Transfer from Montreal city to Montreal Cruise Port: $36
- Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $36
- Private One-way Montreal Airport Transfer To/From Montreal: $58
- One Way Private transfer from Montreal Airport to/ from Montreal: $84
- Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $116
- Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Le Terminal Cruise Port to Québec Airport YQB Departure Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Los Angeles or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Los Angeles 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 dayLos Angeles $60Montreal $36
Typical Food Prices in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Mexican Dinner (family of 4)$32
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Burritos for Two$15
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Coffee and Danish$7.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Venice Beach Food Tour with Tastings: $75
- Santa Monica Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $82
- 3-Hour Secret Food Tour: $88
- Downtown Los Angeles Food Tour: $89
- West Hollywood Food Tour: $89
- Downtown Food Tour: $89
- Venice Beach Food Tour: $89
- LA Venice Beach Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Night Cruise in Marina del Rey with Dinner: $124
- Vegan African Dinner Party in Playa Del Ray: $132
- Marina Del Rey: Thanksgiving Buffet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $136
- Marina Del Rey: Christmas Eve Buffet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $136
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$8.97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $50
- Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $59
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $104
- Jewish Neighborhood Food Tour: $130
- Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $206
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Los Angeles $82Montreal $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Los Angeles
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Los Angeles's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Santa Monica Pier Rides (family of 4)$37
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Bowling$13
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Hollywood Tour for Two$30
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Six Flags for 2$96
Tours and Activities in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1-Hour Private Ferrari Driving Tour: Hollywood to Beverly Hills: $289
- 2 Hour Celebrity Homes Tour: $175
- 2 Hour Griffith Park Observatory Tour: $16
- 2-Hour Hollywood Bus Tour: $45
- 2-Hour Shared Celebrities Home Tours in Hollywood: $35
- 2-Hour Venice Beach Art and History Walking Tour: $39
- 2.5 Hour Private Tour of Hollywood and Beverly Hills: $219
- 2.5-hour Hollywood Chills Tour - Celebrity Scandals and Cemeteries : $219
- 20 Min Ferrari driving tour in Hollywood: $99
- 20 Min Lamborghini driving tour in Hollywood: $139
- 3 Hours Private Photoshoot and Self-Guided Tour in Los Angeles: $287
- 30 minutes Ferrari GTA Tour (from Hollywood Blvd to Outpost): $169
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$53
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- 1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour: $29
- 1 Hour Tour of Old-Montreal in Vintage Convertible Cadillac: $220
- 2 hour Tour of The Montreal Bagel: $44
- 3 Days 2 Nights Tour in New York: $300
- 3-Hour Scooter Sightseeing in Montreal: $79
- 3Hr Montreal Architecture Bike Tour with regular or E-bikes Beer & wine included: $64
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.73
- All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
- Awesome Curling Experience : $82
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $212
- Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
- Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLos Angeles $15Montreal $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Los Angeles
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Los Angeles:
- LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $40
- Salsa Lesson, Burlesque and Mojitos : $149
- Salsa Lesson and Burlesque Show: $149
- Malibu: Vintage VW Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting: $195
- Wine Tour at Fess Parker Winery by Helicopter: $4,299
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Los Angeles and Montreal, we can see that Los Angeles is more expensive. And not only is Montreal much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Montreal would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montreal 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 Los Angeles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Los Angeles than you might in Montreal.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Los Angeles Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Los Angeles or Montreal?
Los Angeles has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Montreal. When comparing the sizes of Los Angeles and Montreal, 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 Los Angeles or Montreal?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Los Angeles or Montreal in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Los Angeles and Montreal. Many travelers come to Los Angeles for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Los Angeles is around the same temperature as Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Los Angeles averages around 72°F (22°C) in July, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In July, Los Angeles usually receives less rain than Montreal. Los Angeles gets 0 inches (0 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLos Angeles 72°F (22°C)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Los Angeles or Montreal in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Los Angeles as well as Montreal. Many visitors come to Los Angeles in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Los Angeles is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Los Angeles in October average around 64°F (18°C), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).
Los Angeles usually gets less rain in October than Montreal. Los Angeles gets 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLos Angeles 64°F (18°C)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Los Angeles or Montreal in the Winter?
Both Montreal and Los Angeles are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Los Angeles for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Montreal can be very cold. In January, Los Angeles is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Los Angeles average around 55°F (13°C), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
In January, Los Angeles usually receives around the same amount of rain as Montreal. Los Angeles gets 3.1 inches (79 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLos Angeles 55°F (13°C)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Los Angeles or Montreal in the Spring?
Both Montreal and Los Angeles during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Los Angeles because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
Los Angeles is much warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Los Angeles averages around 61°F (16°C) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Los Angeles usually gets less rain in April than Montreal. Los Angeles gets 1 inches (25 mm) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLos Angeles 61°F (16°C)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Los Angeles
| Los Angeles | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 55°F (13°C) | 3 inches (76 mm) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 61°F (16°C) | 1 inches (25 mm) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 inches (10 mm) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 72°F (22°C) | 0 inches (0 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 72°F (22°C) | 0 inches (0 mm) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 inches (5 mm) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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