Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Munich?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Munich or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Munich or Kingston, 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: Munich or Kingston?
Munich
Munich is the capital city of Bavaria and a top travel destination within Germany. It has stunning architecture and a cultural scene that rivals Berlin. It has some of the country's top museums, festivals, and concerts. Munich is most famous for its Oktoberfest, which is easily the busiest time of year in the city. The architecture is what surprises most travelers. It's quite impressive and truly adds to the character of the city. Although much of Munich was destroyed during World War II, the city has successfully rebuilt most of the buildings in their previous style. Much of the city remains as it was in the 1800s. There are two major research universities in Munich, helping to make it a center for engineering, business, and the sciences.
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, and The Best Walking Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMunich €148Kingston €100
The average daily cost (per person) in Munich is €148, while the average daily cost in Kingston is €100. 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 Munich and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMunich €89Kingston €59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMunich €178Kingston €118
Compare Hotels in Munich and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Munich or Kingston? 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: Munich Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Munich €19Kingston €27
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Munich
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Munich:
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Single Zone Trip on Subway€2.30
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Inner District Subway Day Pass€5.20
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City transport day ticket€11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Munich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Munich:
- First Class Transfer in Munich Airport MUC: $197
- Arrival Private Transfer from Munich Airport MUC to Munich in Business Car: $161
- Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Van: $65
- Arrival Transfer from Munich Airport to Munich City by Sedan: $93
- Arrival Transfer from Munich Train Station to Munich by Sedan: $60
- Departure Private Transfer: Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Business Car: $161
- Departure Private Transfer: Munich City to Munich Airport MUC in Luxury Car: $250
- From Munich Airport to Nuremberg - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $193
- From Munich Airport to Salzburg - Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $208
- Mercedes Benz V-Class Airport Transfers: $159
- Munich Airport (MUC) to Arber Resort - Arrival Private Transfer: $88
- Munich Airport (MUC) to Erding Thermal - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Riu Ocho Rios: $200
- 10. Norman Manley Intl Kingston Airport Fun-Transfer to/from Montego Bay Resorts: $125
- Airport Transfer Norman Manley international airport: $30
- Airport Transfer in Kingston: $50
- All Island Private Transfer To/From Kingston Airport (KIN): $22
- From Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): Private Transfer to Kingston: $388
- Kingston : Private Airport Transfer to Montego Bay: $168
- Kingston Airport Taxi Transfers Private ***: $47
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $127
- Kingston Airport to & From Sandals Ocho Rios Transfer: $200
- Kingston Private Airport Transfer : $161
- Kingston Private Airport Transfer to Accommodation in Montego Bay: $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Munich or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Munich 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 dayMunich €27Kingston €24
Typical Food Prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Munich:
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Bratwurst€5.00
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Leberkässemmeln (Veal & Pork Sandwich)€1.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Munich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Munich.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Food Tour Beer- 3 small beers & "Brotzeit" in GERMAN: $80
- 6 gears dinner show menu: $100
- Original Munich Christmas Market Food Tour - all tastings included: $137
- Lunch Like a Local: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $141
- Private Full Day Bavarian Beer and Food Tour in Munich: $210
- Munich Food Tour & Food Market with German Delicacies: $265
- Salzburg Semi-Private Guided Day Tour from Munich with Dinner : $273
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Munich €29Kingston €12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Munich
Here are a few typical costs in Munich for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Schack Gallery Entrance€4.00
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Munich Zoo Entrance€9.00
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Pub Crawl Munich Tour€14
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Neuschwanstein Castle (2)€24
Tours and Activities in Munich
Here are a few actual costs in Munich for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Munich Old Town": $3.22
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Victuals Market Self-Guided Audio Tour: $3.77
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.31
- Guided tour through the Sudeten German Museum: $5.38
- Escape Game and Tour: $5.38
- From Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $5.38
- Munich through the Centuries: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-guided Walking Tour to River Isar Landmarks: $6.35
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.40
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $7.00
- City Center Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour: $7.52
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Montego Bay: All inclusive tours: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Tour Skip the Line Tickets: $45
- Cannabis Shopping Tour with Lunch: $50
- Ocho Rios Shore Excursion: Bus Tour of Ocho Rios, Fern Gully and Turtle Beach: $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Kingston Half Day Community and Art Tour: $70
- Kingston City Tour (starting in Kingston): $72
- Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $73
- Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats: $75
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMunich €37Kingston €10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Munich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Munich:
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Hofbrauhaus€12
Sample the Local Flavors in Munich
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Munich:
- Exclusive Brewery Tour & Tasting of 4 Organic Beers: $29
- Munich's Original Pub Crawl: $31
- English Guided Brewery Tour in Munich beertasting 4 beers: $38
- Interactive Wine Tasting Experience @ Max & Moritz: $38
- Cheese & Wine tasting: $96
- The ORIGINAL Munich Christmas Market Festive Wine Tour -with food: $141
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $290
- Private Wine Tasting Tour in Munich with a Wine Expert: $294
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Munich and Kingston, we can see that Munich is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Munich is in Europe and Kingston is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Munich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Munich than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Munich Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Munich or Kingston?
Munich has a larger population, and is about 34% larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Munich and Kingston, 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 Munich or Kingston?
Munich has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Munich or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Munich are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Munich because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Munich is cooler than Kingston in the summer. The daily temperature in Munich averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Munich. Munich usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston during summer. Munich gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Munich usually receives more rain than Kingston. Munich gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMunich 20°C (68°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Munich or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Munich during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Munich this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
In the autumn, Munich is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Munich in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Kingston averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Munich often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Munich gets 115 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
Kingston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Munich usually gets less rain in October than Kingston. Munich gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMunich 11°C (52°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Munich or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Munich and Kingston. Many travelers come to Munich for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Munich. In January, Munich is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Munich average around -1°C (31°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Munich usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during winter. Munich gets 30 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Munich usually receives more rain than Kingston. Munich gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMunich -1°C (31°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Munich or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Munich as well as Kingston. Many visitors come to Munich in the spring for the activities around the city. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
Munich is much colder than Kingston in the spring. The daily temperature in Munich averages around 11°C (53°F) in April, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In the spring, Munich often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Munich gets 172 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
Munich usually gets more rain in April than Kingston. Munich gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMunich 11°C (53°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Munich
| Munich | Kingston | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (53°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 15°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (33°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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