Which place is cheaper, Oaxaca de Juarez or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
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 Nadi (Port Denarau) or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nadi (Port Denarau) or Oaxaca de Juarez, 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
Oaxaca de Juarez
Officially known as Oaxaca de Juarez, Oaxaca is the capital and largest city in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. It's a beautiful colonial city in the foothills of the Sierra Madre. The city has beautiful architecture and a variety of festivals as well as a tree lined square called El Zocalo. Oaxaca's economy is heavily dependent on tourism and it is a wonderful place to see Mexican art and handicrafts. There are many artists and artisans in Oaxaca and the contemporary art scene is on the rise. The artists combine the area's rich indigenous culture and tradition with a modern twist. While you're in the area you should definitely make a point of experiencing the area's wonderful museums, interesting architecture, charming hotels and unique twist on Mexican cuisine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Mexico City, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $200Oaxaca de Juarez $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $200, while the average daily cost in Oaxaca de Juarez is $55. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) and Oaxaca de Juarez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $107Oaxaca de Juarez $19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $214Oaxaca de Juarez $38
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Oaxaca de Juarez
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Oaxaca de Juarez? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices and Oaxaca de Juarez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.87Oaxaca de Juarez $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Zip line ex Intercontinental Fiji with return private transfers: $209
- Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private return transfer: $182
- Outrigger Resort to Nadi Airport - Private vehicle transfer 1 - 3 Pax: $153
- Private Transfer: Nadi Airport to Pacific Harbour - 1 to 4 Seat Vehicle: $130
- Treetops Fiji Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $128
- Private Momi Bay Transfers: $120
- Private vehicle transfer Fiji Marriot Momi Bay to Nadi Airport: $116
- 100% CFC APPROVED PRIVATE Transfer - Denarau to Nadi & Coral Coast Hotels: $112
- Fiji Cultural Full Day Island Cruise With Lunch & Transfers: $112
- Crusoe's Retreat, Mango Bay Resort Fiji Transfers: $96
- Shared transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $91
- Shangri-La Yanuca Island,Intercontinental Natadola Fiji Transfers: $73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oaxaca de Juarez
Also for Oaxaca de Juarez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Transfer from Downtown Oaxaca to the Airport: $7.93
- Private Transfer from your Hotel in Oaxaca to the Oaxaca Airport: $14
- Secure Private Transfer : Downtown Oaxaca Airport (OAX): $21
- Private Transfer Airport Hotel in Oaxaca: $28
- Oaxaca city: Roundtrip Private/Shared Airport Transfer: $29
- From Oaxaca One way shared transfer to San Jose del Pacifico: $29
- Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to Oaxaca de Juárez - Arrival Transfer: $29
- Oaxaca hotels to Oaxaca Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) - Departure Private Transfer: $29
- Private transfer from Oaxaca Airport to Oaxaca City: $50
- Private Airport Transfer in Oaxaca Safe and Reliable Service: $53
- Oaxaca Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to Oaxaca hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $58
- Oaxaca Airport (OAX) to Oaxaca - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $58
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Prices for flights to both Oaxaca de Juarez and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 dayNadi (Port Denarau) $70Oaxaca de Juarez $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oaxaca de Juarez
For Oaxaca de Juarez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oaxaca: Walking Traditional Food Tour with Ancestral Drinks: $26
- Food Tour at the 20 de Noviembre Market (All Inclusive): $52
- Oaxaca: Guided Food Tour with Local Chef and food experts: $54
- Legends and Ghosts Sightseeing Tour in Downtown Oaxaca with Dinner: $55
- FOOD TOUR IN THE ABASTOS MARKET: $61
- Oaxaca: Evening Street Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $66
- Oaxaca Streets Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $69
- Oaxacan Vegetarian Cooking Class: $70
- Oaxaca: Vegetarian Cooking Class: $70
- Bike Ride and Street Food Tour in Oaxaca: $70
- Flavors of Oaxaca: Cooking Class with No Set Menu and Local Market Tour: $75
- Traditional Oaxaca Cooking Class with Local Chef: $76
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $33Oaxaca de Juarez $12
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- "Coral Coast Adventure: Pottery, Kava, Meke, Dunes & Temple'': $118
- "Half Day Nadi Highlights Tour”: $146
- 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $164
- 6 Hours Giant Zipline Adventure Park in Fiji: $91
- Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka): $100
- CFC Hot Spring Mud Pool,Garden Of Sleeping Giant And Village Visit Half Day Tour: $105
- Colo-i-Suva Waterfall Tour (Suva): $91
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $99
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $176
- Coral Coast Tour Sand Dune to Momi Gunsite History Walk: $196
- Cultural Night Tour: $84
- Day Tour Exploration of Fiji Culture and Nature: $230
Tours and Activities in Oaxaca de Juarez
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oaxaca de Juarez.
- Oaxaca: Colonial City Bus Tour: $5.81
- Oaxaca: Legends Tour Mezcalbús: $8.71
- Immerse Yourself in Oaxaca: Guided Cultural Walking Tour: $15
- Oaxaca Walking Tour: $20
- Oaxaca Walking Tour: $20
- Oaxaca: Monte Alban, Cuilapam, and Artisan Villages Tour: $21
- Tour to Monte Alban, Black Mud, Waist Loom and Alebrijes: $21
- Monte Alban Half Day Guided Tour: $21
- Oaxaca Walking Tour: $21
- First Day in Oaxaca – Guided Walking Tour: $21
- Oaxaca: Oaxaca City Beyond the Surface Walking Tour: $23
- Monte Alban Only - Half Day Guided Tour - Oaxaca: $23
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $11Oaxaca de Juarez $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Oaxaca de Juarez
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oaxaca de Juarez:
- Oaxaca Pub Crawl with Shots and Party Games: $19
- Oaxaca Pub Crawl: $19
- Oaxaca: Sustainable Mezcal Tour at an Award-Winning Family Distillery: $24
- Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour: $55
- Breakfast in Tlacolula; Ancestral and industrial mezcal distillery: $55
- Hierve el Agua, Mitla, El Tule Tree, Rugs, Mezcal Distillery Tour: $58
- Hierve el Agua and Distillery of Mezcal Tour: $60
- Hierve el Agua and distillery of mezcal tour: $60
- Oaxaca: Hierve el Agua & Mezcal Distillery Small-Group Tour: $70
- Personalized Tour to Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery: $106
- Oaxaca: Mezcal Distillery Tour with Tastings: $134
- Mezcal Distillery Day Trip: $141
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Oaxaca de Juarez, we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Oaxaca de Juarez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific and Oaxaca de Juarez 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 Oaxaca de Juarez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oaxaca de Juarez 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) than you might in Oaxaca de Juarez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive? and Is Oaxaca de Juarez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Oaxaca de Juarez has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Nadi (Port Denarau) and Oaxaca de Juarez, 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.