Which place is cheaper, Kamloops or Montego Bay?
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 Montego Bay or Kamloops?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montego Bay and Kamloops can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Montego Bay or Kamloops?
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
Kamloops
In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontego Bay $257Kamloops $99
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $257, while the average daily cost in Kamloops is $99. 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 Montego Bay and Kamloops in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontego Bay $101Kamloops $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontego Bay $202Kamloops $88
Compare Hotels in Montego Bay and Kamloops
Looking for a hotel in Montego Bay or Kamloops? 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: Montego Bay Hotel Prices and Kamloops Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montego Bay $15Kamloops $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- luxury VIP Airport Transfer to RIU Palace, Reggae,Montego bay: $140
- Zoetry Montego Bay Airport Transfers MBJ (Private Roundtrip Exclusive): $180
- VIP Luxury Airport Transfer Mobay, Ocho Rios, Negril, Lucea,: $150
- Tryall / Round Hill - Montego Bay Airport Transfers: $107
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Montego Bay HTL-APT (MBJ): $37
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Montego Bay APT-HTL (MBJ): $37
- Tropical Court Hotel Private Airport Transfer: $13
- Transfers from Montego Bay Airport to Negril: $53
- Transfer Service, Sangster MBJ Airport From/To Iberostar zone: $64
- Tobys Resort Private Airport Transfer: $20
- Sunset at the Palm Private Negril Airport Transfer: $52
- Sunscape Resorts Montego Bay Private Airport Transfers: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Montego Bay or Kamloops?
Prices for flights to both Kamloops and Montego Bay 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 dayMontego Bay $141Kamloops $41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Lunch or Dinner with Pickup from Montego Bay: $45
- Montego Bay Jerk Tour and Rum Punch Mixology/Food Tour: $50
- Street Food Tour in Montego Bay: $59
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $60
- Mystic Lagoon Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Lagoon Swim: $85
- Sunset Dinner at Bamboo Beach Club: $99
- 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica: $130
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $150
- Restaurant Transportation for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Montego Bay: $180
- Authentic Jamaican Food Cooking Experience in the Countryside: $195
- Authentic Jamaican Cooking Experience in the Mountain from mobay: $210
Typical Food Prices in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Pastries$5.81
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Lunch for Two$25
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Coffee and Gelato$12
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montego Bay $31Kamloops $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach$2.66
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Snorkeling Trip$19
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One Tank Dive$37
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- 1 Hour Horse Back Riding & Dunn's River Falls Tour Combo: $240
- 2 Hour Private Montego Bay City Tour with Souvenir’s Shopping: $80
- 27/27 Lounge, Pier 1 & Margaritaville Nightlife Tour In Jamaica: $80
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Montego Bay From Falmouth: $75
- 3-Hour Private Tour in the Highlights of Montego Bay: $58
- 4 Hours Party Boat Catamaran Cruise in Negril: $190
- 4 Hours Private Night Life Experience in Montego Bay: $66
- 4-Hour Catamaran Party Cruise with Open Bar from Montego Bay: $200
- 5 Hour Private Tour at Negril Beach and Rick's Cafe: $150
- 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
- 7 Mile Beach Party Catamaran Cruise with Snorkeling & Ricks Cafe: $115
- 7 in 1 Day Jamaican Adventure with Jhadano Tours: $50
Tours and Activities in Kamloops
For Kamloops, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops & Revelstoke: $8.08
- Smartphone Audio Driving Tour between Kamloops and Vancouver: $8.10
- Scenic Kamloops Self Guided Audio Driving Tour to Lake Louise: $15
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Kamloops by Zombie Scavengers: $21
- BC Wildlife Park and Secwépemc Heritage Tour: $380
- Private Lake, Hoodoos & Winery Scenic Tour: $564
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontego Bay $13Kamloops $6.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39
- Montego Bay Pub Crawl To Negril and Rick's Cafe: $255
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montego Bay and Kamloops, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands and Kamloops 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 Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Kamloops.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montego Bay Expensive? and Is Kamloops Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montego Bay or Kamloops?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 21% larger than the population of Kamloops. When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay and Kamloops, 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 Montego Bay or Kamloops?
Kamloops has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Montego Bay or Kamloops in the Summer?
Both Kamloops and Montego Bay during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kamloops this time of year.
Montego Bay is a little warmer than Kamloops in the summer. The daily temperature in Montego Bay averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Kamloops fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Montego Bay usually gets more rain in July than Kamloops. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMontego Bay 28°C (82°F)Kamloops 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Kamloops in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Montego Bay and Kamloops. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round. Also, many travelers come to Kamloops for the hiking trails and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Montego Bay is much warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Montego Bay in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Kamloops averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Montego Bay gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Montego Bay usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Montego Bay gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMontego Bay 27°C (81°F)Kamloops 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Kamloops in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Montego Bay as well as Kamloops. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to Kamloops in the winter for the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Kamloops can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Montego Bay is generally much warmer than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Montego Bay average around 24°C (75°F), and Kamloops fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Montego Bay usually gets more rain in January than Kamloops. Montego Bay gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMontego Bay 24°C (75°F)Kamloops -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Kamloops in the Spring?
Both Kamloops and Montego Bay are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
Montego Bay is much warmer than Kamloops in the spring. The daily temperature in Montego Bay averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Kamloops fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
In April, Montego Bay usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMontego Bay 25°C (77°F)Kamloops 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Kamloops and Montego Bay
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
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