Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Merida?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Merida or Montreal?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Merida or Montreal, 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: Merida or Montreal?
Merida
Merida is the largest city on the Yucatan Peninsula, which separates the Gulf of Mexico from the Caribbean Sea. It is also the capital of the state of Yucatan as a whole. There is a population of 750,000 and is very rich in diversity and culture.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMerida $88Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Merida is $88, 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 Merida and Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMerida $44Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMerida $88Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Merida and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Merida 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: Merida Hotel Prices and Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Merida $18Montreal $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Merida
Also for Merida, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-way Airport Transfers to Merida Hotels: $120
- Private Transfer From Uxmal to Merida, English Speaking Driver: $73
- Private Transfer from Merida city hotels to Progreso Cruise Port: $61
- Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel in Merida One Way: $47
- Mexico Private Transfer from Merida airport to central Merida: $41
- Mexico Private Transfer from Merida hotels to Merida airport: $41
- Merida hotels to Mérida International Airport (MID) - Private Departure Transfer: $33
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 Cruise Port to Montreal City: $36
- Private One-way Montreal Airport Transfer To/From Montreal: $58
- 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
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $82
- Le Terminal Cruise Port to Québec Airport YQB Departure Transfer: $57
- Downtown Direct: Montreal's Exclusive Airport Transfer: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Merida or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal and Merida 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 dayMerida $29Montreal $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Merida
For Merida, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traveling Spoon Yucatecan Sopa de Lima Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Private Nandayo Food Tour: $42
- Merida Walking Food Tour. Authentic & Local Cuisine: $63
- Taste of the Yucatan: Merida Cooking Class and Market Visit: $89
- Private Yucatecan Cooking Lesson in a Local Merida Home: $90
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: $103
- 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: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Merida $16Montreal $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Merida
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Merida's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Train at the Zoo$0.12
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Uxmal Entrance (for 2)$20
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Mayan Village Entrance (for 2)$6.01
Tours and Activities in Merida
For Merida, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure in Coloradas and Ría Lagartos and Cancunito: $120
- 2-hour Temazcal experience in the Mayan world: $181
- 3 Hour Tour in The Sotuta de Peón Live Museum: $60
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Merida, you choose!: $125
- 4 Cenotes Full Day Tour from Merida: $110
- 4x1 Tour Chichen Itza Magic Towns Valladolid & Izamal from Merida: $95
- 6-hour Guided Tour to Uxmal and Kabah Express: $67
- Adventure to Hacienda Mucuyche & Oxkintok, 2 cenotes from Mérida: $135
- Amazing Full-Day Tour to Celestun with Boat Ride - from Mérida: $122
- Ancestral Mayan Private Culinary Experience in Merida: $139
- Beach Tour in Yucalpetén from Mérida: $96
- Boat tour to Celestun from Merida: $134
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
- 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: $8.74
- All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
- Awesome Curling Experience : $82
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $211
- Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
- Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
- City tour; afternoon in Montreal: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMerida $16Montreal $16
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 Merida and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Merida much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Merida would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Merida 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal than you might in Merida.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Merida Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Merida or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Merida. When comparing the sizes of Merida 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 Merida 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 Merida or Montreal in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Merida and Montreal. Most visitors come to Merida for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Merida is around the same temperature as Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Merida averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montreal this time of the year. In Merida, it's very sunny this time of the year. Merida usually receives less sunshine than Montreal during summer. Merida gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Merida usually receives less rain than Montreal. Merida gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMerida 21°C (70°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Merida or Montreal in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Merida as well as Montreal. The autumn months attract visitors to Merida because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Merida is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Merida in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Merida this time of the year. In the autumn, Merida often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Merida gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun.
Merida receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Merida usually gets more rain in October than Montreal. Merida gets 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMerida 21°C (70°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Merida or Montreal in the Winter?
Both Montreal and Merida are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Merida this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Montreal. In January, Merida is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Merida average around 20°C (68°F), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Merida. Merida usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during winter. Merida gets 209 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Merida usually receives less rain than Montreal. Merida gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMerida 20°C (68°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Merida or Montreal in the Spring?
Both Montreal and Merida during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Merida for the activities around the city.
Merida is much warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Merida averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
It's quite sunny in Merida. In the spring, Merida often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Merida gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Merida. Merida usually gets more rain in April than Montreal. Merida gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMerida 21°C (70°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Merida
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 20°C (68°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 20°C (68°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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