Which place is cheaper, Bonaire or Mykonos?
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 Mykonos or Bonaire?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Mykonos and Bonaire. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Mykonos or Bonaire?
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Bonaire
An island municipality of the Netherlands, Bonaire resides in the Caribbean, east of Central America and north of Venezuela. It is a part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao, and is best known as a tropical vacation destination with many great dive spots, beaches, lagoons, and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMykonos $319Bonaire $299
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is $319, while the average daily cost in Bonaire is $299. 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 Mykonos and Bonaire in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMykonos $87Bonaire $155
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMykonos $174Bonaire $310
Compare Hotels in Mykonos and Bonaire
Looking for a hotel in Mykonos or Bonaire? 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: Mykonos Hotel Prices and Bonaire Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mykonos $28Bonaire $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
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Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)$6.57
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Taxi to Kalafatis$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
- Delos Island: Roundtrip Boat Transfer from Mykonos Island: $34
- Delos Boat Transfer with Cell Phone Audioguide: $52
- Luxury Private Transfer Service: $59
- Mykonos Private Transfer: From your villa in Principote: $59
- Mykonos Private Transfer Airport - Port: $65
- Mykonos Private Transfer: From Port to Airport: $65
- Private Transfer: Mykonos Old Port to Airport with Sedan: $68
- Private Transfer:From your Villa to Scorpios with Sedan: $70
- Private Transfer: From Scorpios to your Villa with Sedan: $70
- Private Transfer: Mykonos Town to Airport with mini van: $70
- Private Transfer: Mykonos Windmills to Airport with Sedan: $70
- Private Transfer:From your Villa to Mykonos Old Port-minivan: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonaire
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bonaire:
- Private Transfers between Bonaire airport and any local address : $40
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Port to Bonaire Airport (BON): $59
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Cruise Port to Kralendijk city : $59
- Airport Transfer Return Included: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Bonaire?
Prices for flights to both Bonaire and Mykonos 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 dayMykonos $97Bonaire $101
Typical Food Prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones$5.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
- Food Tour: Aperitivo In Mykonos Town: $76
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner at the Mykonian Spiti: $76
- Sunset Boat Cruise with Light Dinner & Drinks: $101
- Sunset Sail Cruise to Rhenia, Beach Hopping, Dinner: $111
- Group Cooking Class at the Home of a Local Family: $117
- Greek Cooking Class with Meal and Wine: $141
- Hands-On Cooking Class with a Professional Chef: $141
- Mykonos Cooking Class Experience for Cruise Travelers: $141
- Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $176
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bonaire
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bonaire.
- Dinner at Sea: $95
- Discover the Flavors of Bonaire with the Bonaire Snack Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mykonos $26Bonaire $40
Tours and Activities in Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
- Mykonos Old Town Historic and Cultural Walking Tour.: $18
- Iconic A Guided Walking Tour of Highlights: $29
- Highlights Walking Tour with a Local: $34
- Feel like a local - Walking Tour in Mykonos Town 2hours: $41
- Old Town Walking Tour with Certified Local Guide: $41
- Mykonos Walking Tour: $41
- Sunset Party Boat Cruise with 1 Drink: $45
- Small Group Mykonos Walk with Cruise terminal pick up: $53
- From Ano Mera Farm Tour: $53
- Half-Day City Walking Tour and Island Bus Tour: $59
- Island Highlights & Chora Walking Tour: $59
- Sunset Cruise with Drinks: $59
Tours and Activities in Bonaire
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bonaire are as follows:
- Semi Submarine Boat Experience to Klein Bonaire: $33
- Walking Tours & Private Tours on Bonaire: $36
- 4 Hours Open Air Party Bus Tour with Beach Stop in Caribbean: $39
- Half-Day Bonaire Island Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $46
- Bonaire Essentials Island Tour: $49
- Walking Tour with Lunch & Ice Cream: $55
- Yacht tour with local guide & snorkeling activities: $57
- Clearbottom Mangrove Kayak & Snorkel tour: $59
- Highlights of Bonaire & Cultural Experience: $59
- Tour in North and South Bonaire Guided : $63
- Explore North & South Tour: $65
- Small-Group Guided North & South Tour of Bonaire with Pick Up: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMykonos $24Bonaire $33
Sample the Local Flavors in Mykonos
Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mykonos Town & Brewery:2-Hour Walking Tour with Beer Tasting: $76
- Mykonos Bar Crawl with a Local: $76
- Winery Vineyard Experience with Food & Wine Tasting: $80
- Wine Tasting at a Mykonian Farm: $88
- Half-Day Wine Tasting and Snack at a Local House: $164
When comparing the travel costs between Mykonos and Bonaire, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Mykonos is in Europe and Bonaire is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Bonaire Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mykonos or Bonaire?
Mykonos has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Bonaire. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Bonaire, 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.