Which place is cheaper, Minneapolis or Negril?
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 Negril or Minneapolis?
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 Negril and Minneapolis. 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: Negril or Minneapolis?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
Minneapolis
Known as one of the Twin Cities with its neighbor, Saint Paul, the Minneapolis area is the second largest economic center in the Midwest, behind Chicago. Originally a city of lumber and flour milling, the city has grown to prosper in commerce, rail and trucking, health care, industry, education, publishing, milling, and food processing amongst others. In addition to housing the headquarters for five Fortune 500 Companies, Minneapolis is a city of thriving culture. From visual arts, music, and theater to sporting events and award-winning restaurants, the entertainment is never lacking.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $153Minneapolis $235
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Minneapolis is $235. 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 Negril and Minneapolis in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $103Minneapolis $110
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $206Minneapolis $220
Compare Hotels in Negril and Minneapolis
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Minneapolis? 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: Negril Hotel Prices and Minneapolis Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.52Minneapolis $43
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers between Montego Bay Airport and Negril Hotels: $107
- Sangster International Airport to Negril Footprintson Transfer: $117
- Sandals South Coast Private Transfer (White House): $83
- Royalton Negril Resort Airport Transfer: $53
- Roundtrip Transfer To or From Jam West Adventure: $100
- Round-trip Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Resort & Spa: $75
- Round trip airport hotel transfer MBJ-Negril: $125
- Private Transfers-Negril and Runaway Bay hotels(Round Trip): $180
- Private Transfer to Bambuza Park From Negril Hotels: $55
- Private Transfer from Sangster Intl Airport to Negril Jamaica: $60
- Private Transfer from Negril to Sangster Airport (MBJ): $60
- Private Transfer from Negril to Jamaica (MBJ) Airport: $170
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Minneapolis
Also for Minneapolis, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport MSP private transfer: $250
- Private Departure Transfer to Minneapolis Airport MSP: $88
- Private Arrival Transfer from Minneapolis Airport MSP: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Minneapolis?
Prices for flights to both Minneapolis and Negril 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 dayNegril $38Minneapolis $70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner in the Sky Jamaica Round Trip Taxi & Guide only: $42
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
- Local food tour and local fields: $164
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Minneapolis
For Minneapolis, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sunday Dinner Show Cruise on Lake Minnetonka: $48
- Elvis Dinner Show Cruise on Lake Minnetonka: $64
- Minneapolis Local Food Tour: $90
- Indoor Minneapolis Skyway Food Tour: $92
- Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour: $92
- Minneapolis Riverwalk Food Tour: $92
- Minneapolis North Loop Food Tour of 6 Local's Favorites Tastings: $96
- Pasta Shapes Cooking Class in Minneapolis (4 Pasta Shapes): $109
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Minneapolis $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- 3 Hour Day Party Pass for Tourists at Jamaica Countryside Estate: $85
- ATV Adventure and Zipline with Rick's Cafe Sunset Tour in Negril: $42
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe: $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour [Transportation services]: $125
- Appleton and Y.S Falls Tour from Negril Hotels: $261
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $161
- Bambuza ATV, Zipline and Horseback Adventure from Negril: $190
- Black River Safari and YS Falls Tour from Negril: $232
- Blue Hole Secret Falls and Dunns River Falls Adventure: $134
- Boat tour: $123
- Bob Marley 9 miles with French tour guide: $260
- Bob Marley Museum Tour From Negril Hotel: $170
Tours and Activities in Minneapolis
For Minneapolis, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- #1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour: $59
- Boats and Burgers Cruise on Lake Minnetonka: $43
- Cathedral of St. Paul Official Multilingual Tour: $10
- Friday Night Happy Hour Cruise on Lake Minnetonka: $43
- George Floyd Square and Midtown A Self-Guided Tour: $9.99
- In the Footsteps of Prince: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Downtown Minneapolis: $15
- Lake Minnetonka Sunday Brunch Cruise: $48
- Mall of America®: Crayola Experience: $31
- Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour: $8.99
- Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour: $55
- Minneapolis Local Bar Tour with Tastings: $110
- Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $9.75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.89Minneapolis $24
Sample the Local Flavors in Minneapolis
Also in Minneapolis, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Fun Candle Making Class at a Local Brewery in Minneapolis: $55
- All-Inclusive Minneapolis Craft Brewery Tour: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Minneapolis, we can see that Minneapolis is more expensive. And not only is Negril much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Minneapolis 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 Negril would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Negril 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 Minneapolis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Minneapolis than you might in Negril.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Minneapolis Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has a larger population, and is about 120 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and Minneapolis, 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 Negril or Minneapolis?
Minneapolis has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Minneapolis in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Minneapolis. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Minneapolis for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Negril is around the same temperature as Minneapolis in the summer. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Minneapolis fluctuates around 76°F (25°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Minneapolis this time of the year. In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives less sunshine than Minneapolis during summer. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Minneapolis receives 357 hours of full sun in the summer.
Negril gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Negril usually receives more rain than Minneapolis. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Minneapolis receives 3.4 inches (86 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Minneapolis 76°F (25°C)
Should I visit Negril or Minneapolis in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Negril as well as Minneapolis. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Minneapolis because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Negril is much warmer than Minneapolis. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Negril in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Minneapolis averages at about 52°F (11°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the autumn, Negril often gets more sunshine than Minneapolis. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Minneapolis receives 178 hours of full sun.
Negril receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Negril usually gets more rain in October than Minneapolis. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Minneapolis receives 1.8 inches (45 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Minneapolis 52°F (11°C)
Should I visit Negril or Minneapolis in the Winter?
Both Minneapolis and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Minneapolis this time of year.
It's quite cold in Minneapolis in the winter. In January, Negril is generally much warmer than Minneapolis. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 25°C (77°F), and Minneapolis fluctuates around 15°F (-10°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Minneapolis during winter. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Minneapolis receives 157 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Negril usually receives more rain than Minneapolis. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Minneapolis receives 0.9 inches (22 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Minneapolis 15°F (-10°C)
Should I visit Negril or Minneapolis in the Spring?
Both Minneapolis and Negril during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Minneapolis for the activities around the city.
Negril is much warmer than Minneapolis in the spring. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Minneapolis fluctuates around 49°F (10°C).
In Minneapolis, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the spring, Negril often gets less sunshine than Minneapolis. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Minneapolis receives 244 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in April than Minneapolis. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Minneapolis receives 2.1 inches (53 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Minneapolis 49°F (10°C)
Typical Weather for Minneapolis and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°F (-10°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 34°F (1°C) | 1.7 inches (43 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 49°F (10°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 62°F (16°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 76°F (25°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 2.2 inches (57 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 1.8 inches (45 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 36°F (2°C) | 1.3 inches (33 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 21°F (-6°C) | 0.9 inches (22 mm) |
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.