Which place is cheaper, Kansas City or Miami?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Miami or Kansas City?
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 Miami and Kansas City can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Miami or Kansas City?
Miami
Miami is a popular tourist destination and a modern city in South Florida. It has beautiful white beaches, crystal blue waters, cosmopolitan neighborhoods, impressive shopping, and excellent dining opportunities. It is also a gateway to the Florida Keys, which is another popular destination in South Florida.
Miami is the second most populated city in Florida and the metropolitan area is the most populated in the state with more than 5.4 million people. It's also the 7th largest metro area in the country. The city sits between the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Everglades to the west. It covers 110 miles north to south but is a narrow 20 miles east to west.
Miami sits at a low latitude, giving it a subtropical savannah climate. There are two seasons; the warm and dry season between November and April and the hot and wet season between May and October. The coldest months are between December and March when highs are in the upper 70 or low 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer months have highs in the upper 80s or 90s and lows in the mid 70s with high humidity.
Kansas City
A large, mid western city that sits on the border between Missouri and Kansa, Kansas City has a population of about 450,000. It's not exactly a tourist destination, but it is a surprisingly beautiful city with more boulevards than Paris and more fountains than any other city in the world with the exception of Rome. Most of the city's suburbs are concentrated in the south but the city is beginning to grow to the north as well. The climate in Kansas City can vary dramatically, in large part because it is so far from any form of water. Winters can range from mild to extremely cold and snow is not uncommon. Spring and fall and quite comfortable but summer months can be incredibly hot and humid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMiami $206Kansas City $161
The average daily cost (per person) in Miami is $206, while the average daily cost in Kansas City is $161. 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 Miami and Kansas City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMiami $132Kansas City $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMiami $264Kansas City $176
Compare Hotels in Miami and Kansas City
Looking for a hotel in Miami or Kansas City? 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: Miami Hotel Prices and Kansas City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Miami $38Kansas City $44
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Miami are as follows:
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Car Rental for a Day$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Miami
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Miami:
- Transfers in Miami: $105
- Transfers from Miami Airport to any Miami and Miami Beach area: $145
- Transfers Airports Miami, Ft. Lauderdale Port Mía Everglades: $25
- Transfer from Port Miami to Miami Airport: $190
- Transfer from Miami Hotel or Miami Port to Fort Lauderdale Airport or Hotel: $199
- Transfer from Miami Airport to Miami Hotel or Miami Port: $160
- Transfer To/From Miami Airport or Port Miami.: $105
- The Ultimate Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show and Transfer: $47
- Round Trip Motorcoach Transfer to Key West from Miami: $245
- Private transfer from Miami hotel to Port of Miami: $160
- Private Transfer to Miami Airport (Departures): $85
- Private Transfer in Miami (MIA) Airport/Home/Hotel/Work : $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Miami or Kansas City?
Prices for flights to both Kansas City and Miami 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 dayMiami $41Kansas City $47
Typical Food Prices in Miami
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Miami:
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Lunch with Drinks (for 2)$45
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David's Cafe Lunch (for 1)$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Miami
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Miami.
- Little Havana- Family Friendly Walking Food Tour : $52
- The Ultimate Little Havana Food Tour: $64
- South Beach Donut & Gelato Walking Food Tour: $65
- Wynwood Street Art, Culture, Donuts & Walking Food Tour: $65
- Little Havana Street Food Tour with Enthusiastic Guide: $69
- Cuban Food Tour Of Little Havana: $70
- South Beach Food Tour: $70
- Taste of Little Havana Food Tour in Miami with Cuban Street Food: $75
- Food Tour of Miami's South Beach: $79
- Wynwood Walls Art District Food Tour: $80
- Mango's Dinner and Show Ticket: $98
- Mango's Tropical Cafe Dinner & Show: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Miami $31Kansas City $11
Tours and Activities in Miami
Here are a few actual costs in Miami for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 30 Minute- Ocean Drive Segway Tour: $42
- Cultural Brunch Experience in Miami: $75
- Miami Beach Art Deco Tour with Cocktails: $75
- Miami's Most Authentic Walking Tour of Little Havana: $39
- South Beach Top Highlights Tour with Lincoln Rd and Espanola Way: $39
- South Beach Walking Tour- A Journey through Food and History: $67
- "Cigar Factory Tour": $35
- 1 Day Key West Tour from Miami Florida: $175
- 1 Hour Jet Ski Experience in Miami Beach Florida: $95
- 1 Hour Lady Buggy Art Tour Experience in Wynwood: $160
- 1 Hour Star Island Segway Tour: $74
- 1-Hour Jetski Tour, Training and Freestyle Ride in Florida: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMiami $22Kansas City $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Miami are as follows:
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Evening at a Bar$32
Sample the Local Flavors in Miami
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Miami:
- Miami Bar Crawl: $25
- Ghosts, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- Wynwood Graffiti Brewery Golf Cart Tour: $63
- Wynwood Party Bike Bar Crawl: $64
- Wynwood Party Bike Bar Crawl: $64
- Wynwood Bar Crawl: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Miami and Kansas City, we can see that Miami is more expensive. And not only is Kansas City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kansas City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kansas City 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 Miami would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Miami than you might in Kansas City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Miami Expensive? and Is Kansas City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Miami or Kansas City?
Kansas City has a larger population, and is about 15% larger than the population of Miami. When comparing the sizes of Miami and Kansas City, 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 Miami or Kansas City?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Miami or Kansas City in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Miami as well as Kansas City. Most visitors come to Miami for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Miami is generally around the same temperature as Kansas City. Daily temperatures in Miami average around 83°F (28°C), and Kansas City fluctuates around 82°F (28°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kansas City. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Miami this time of the year. In the summer, Miami often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kansas City. Miami gets 316 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kansas City receives 325 hours of full sun.
Miami receives a lot of rain in the summer. Miami usually gets more rain in July than Kansas City. Miami gets 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain, while Kansas City receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMiami 83°F (28°C)Kansas City 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Miami or Kansas City in the Autumn?
Both Kansas City and Miami are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Miami because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Miami is much warmer than Kansas City in the autumn. The daily temperature in Miami averages around 78°F (26°C) in October, and Kansas City fluctuates around 60°F (15°C).
It's quite sunny in Kansas City. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Miami. Miami usually receives more sunshine than Kansas City during autumn. Miami gets 275 hours of sunny skies, while Kansas City receives 208 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Miami. In October, Miami usually receives more rain than Kansas City. Miami gets 5.6 inches (143 mm) of rain, while Kansas City receives 2.4 inches (62 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMiami 78°F (26°C)Kansas City 60°F (15°C)
Should I visit Miami or Kansas City in the Winter?
Both Kansas City and Miami during the winter are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Miami this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kansas City. In the winter, Miami is much warmer than Kansas City. Typically, the winter temperatures in Miami in January average around 67°F (20°C), and Kansas City averages at about 30°F (-1°C).
It's quite sunny in Miami. In the winter, Miami often gets more sunshine than Kansas City. Miami gets 243 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kansas City receives 175 hours of full sun.
Miami usually gets more rain in January than Kansas City. Miami gets 2.2 inches (55 mm) of rain, while Kansas City receives 0.9 inches (23 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMiami 67°F (20°C)Kansas City 30°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Miami or Kansas City in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Miami and Kansas City. Many travelers come to Miami for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In April, Miami is generally much warmer than Kansas City. Daily temperatures in Miami average around 75°F (24°C), and Kansas City fluctuates around 58°F (15°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kansas City this time of the year. In Miami, it's very sunny this time of the year. Miami usually receives more sunshine than Kansas City during spring. Miami gets 300 hours of sunny skies, while Kansas City receives 231 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Miami usually receives more rain than Kansas City. Miami gets 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain, while Kansas City receives 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMiami 75°F (24°C)Kansas City 58°F (15°C)
Typical Weather for Kansas City and Miami
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 67°F (20°C) | 2.2 inches (55 mm) | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.9 inches (23 mm) |
| Feb | 68°F (20°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 inches (24 mm) |
| Mar | 72°F (22°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) | 47°F (8°C) | 2 inches (52 mm) |
| Apr | 75°F (24°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| May | 79°F (26°C) | 6.4 inches (162 mm) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Jun | 81°F (27°C) | 9.4 inches (238 mm) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 inches (125 mm) |
| Jul | 83°F (28°C) | 5.9 inches (149 mm) | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Aug | 83°F (28°C) | 7.5 inches (191 mm) | 80°F (26°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Sep | 82°F (28°C) | 7.6 inches (194 mm) | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) |
| Oct | 78°F (26°C) | 5.6 inches (143 mm) | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 inches (62 mm) |
| Nov | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (73 mm) | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 inches (43 mm) |
| Dec | 69°F (21°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 inches (30 mm) |
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