Which place is cheaper, Sedona or Montego Bay?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Montego Bay or Sedona?
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 Sedona 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 Sedona?
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.
Sedona
Sedona, Arizona is a desert town near Flagstaff. Sedona has many canyons and pine forests, but the most stunningly, beautiful landscape here is the many red rock limestone formations that can be found almost everywhere. The stone formations always have a deep red color, and this color only intensifies in the light of the sun. Sedona has been named one of the most beautiful places in America because of its mesmerizing scenery that changes hourly with the shifting of light. Native Americans have always regarded Sedona as a place of healing and renewal, and that continues to be true as they still value this land as sacred. Sedona is surrounded by 1.8 million acres of national forest land, and no matter where you are in Sedona you are never far from breathtaking scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, and The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontego Bay $203Sedona $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $203, while the average daily cost in Sedona is $165. 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 Sedona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontego Bay $104Sedona $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontego Bay $208Sedona $186
Compare Hotels in Montego Bay and Sedona
Looking for a hotel in Montego Bay or Sedona? 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 Sedona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montego Bay $15Sedona $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport To Ocho Rios: $267
- Blue Hole and Horseback Riding from Montego Bay with Transfers: $265
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $245
- Private Transfer to Island Gully Falls: $240
- Black River and YS Falls Adventure with Transfer: $235
- Chevy Suburban Montego Bay Airport Transfer: $225
- Private Transfer to Kingston: $215
- Private Transfer From Montego Bay Area or Airport MBJ to Kingston: $215
- Kingston Airport Transfer (Montego bay,Negril,Ocho rio): $214
- Airport Transfer From Kingston : $200
- Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $195
- Negril Hotel Private Transfer Service: $190
Is it cheaper to fly into Montego Bay or Sedona?
Prices for flights to both Sedona 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 $84Sedona $48
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 : $81
- Rick’s Cafe Cliff Diving, Sunset & Dinner Tour with Transportation : $130
- Dinner or lunch at pier one Montego bay Food Tour: $144
- Sunset Boat Cruise in Falmouth Luminous Lagoon, Swim and Dinner : $170
- Private Beach Day and Street Food Tour from Montego Bay: $170
- Restaurant Transportation for Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Montego Bay: $180
- Houseboat Restaurant and Grill for Dinner Private Transportation : $180
- [PRIVATE] Premium Jamaican Food Tour of Local Cuisine: $190
- Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting & Luminous Lagoon Sunset, Swim& Dinner: $280
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The VIP Experience, Chuck Wagon Dinner and Show Tickets: $119
- Sedona/Flagstaff: Grand Canyon Day Trip with Dinner & Sunset: $241
- Cooking class and candlelit dinner with a view: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montego Bay $32Sedona $19
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$2.74
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Snorkeling Trip$19
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One Tank Dive$38
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$44
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- ATV, Bamboo Rafting, and Horseback Ride Tour From Montego Bay: $173
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Pelican Bar Customize Tour: $120
- Bioluminescence Lagoon tour from Montego Bay with Pick Up: $105
- Blue Hole Adventure Tour : $120
- Catamaran Party Cruise and Snorkeling from Montego Bay: $220
- Dunns River & BlueHole Tour Includes Entry Fees: $289
- Falmouth Mystic from Montego Bay Luminous Lagoon Night Tour: $90
- Green Grotto Cave Private Tour: $115
- Horseback Riding and Tour from Montego Bay : $230
- Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $118
- Montego Bay Bamboo Rafting and Limestone Foot Massage River Tour: $110
- Montego Bay Jamaica Private Jet Ski And ATV experience: $120
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Red Rock Fantasy Light Show (for 2)$10
Tours and Activities in Sedona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sedona.
- Self-Guided Driving Tour with GPS Audio Guide App: $8.99
- Sedona & Red Rock State Park: Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Jerome Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Grand Canyon & Self-Guided Driving Tour Bundle: $25
- From Boynton Canyon Trolley Tour: $25
- Jerome Puzzling Adventure: $35
- Feel the Sedona Vortex Mindfulness Game and Adventure: $45
- Sedona Hi-Points Luxury Van Tour: $46
- The Best Private Vortex and City Tour of Sedona: $50
- Hi-Points Tour in Luxury Van: $50
- Sightseeing Highlights Tour of Sedona: $63
- The Magic of Sedona Highlights Tour: $63
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontego Bay $13Sedona $13
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: $103
Sample the Local Flavors in Sedona
Also in Sedona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Elevated Social Wine Tours of Sedona's Vineyards : $85
- Bliss Sedona’s Most Luxurious Wine Tour with Lunch Included: $115
- All inclusive Sedona Join in Wine Tour 200+ 5 star reviews!: $179
- Tastings Included! EXPRESS PRIVATE ELEVATED WINE TOUR: $199
- Pedal and Paddle Wine Tour in Arizona: $235
- Private Wine Tour in Sedona, Arizona: $295
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montego Bay and Sedona, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Sedona much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands and Sedona 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 Sedona would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sedona 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 Sedona.
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 Sedona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montego Bay or Sedona?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Sedona. When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay and Sedona, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.