Which place is cheaper, Oahu 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 Oahu?
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 Oahu. 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 Oahu?
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!
Oahu
Hawaii is the epitome of paradise, and at the heart of paradise is the island of O'ahu (or Oahu). While it's only the third largest of the Hawaiian islands, O'ahu, or "the gathering place," is the most populous in the state with approximately 976,000 people calling O'ahu home, many of which live in the capital city of Honolulu.
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 $153Oahu $371
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $153, while the average daily cost in Oahu is $371. 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 Oahu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $103Oahu $237
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $206Oahu $474
Compare Hotels in Negril and Oahu
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Oahu? 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 Oahu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.53Oahu $21
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: $53
- 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 or Direct Private Airport Transfer to Lucea Resorts: $37
- Round trip airport hotel transfer MBJ-Negril: $125
- Private, Round-Trip Negril Airport Transfer: $200
- Private Transfers: Montego Bay Airport ↔ Sandals Southcoast: $100
- Private Transfers-Negril and Runaway Bay hotels(Round Trip): $180
- Private Transfer to dunns river falls And Blue Hole: $83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oahu
Also for Oahu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Luxury Transfers: Honolulu Airport ↔ Ko Olina ↔ Cruise Port: $240
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to North Shore: $213
- Private Transfer from Pupukea to Honolulu (HLN) Airport: $213
- Honolulu Airport–Ko Olina Private Premium SUV Transfer (Up to 5): $190
- Private Ko Olina HNL Airport/Cruise Port Transfer | Up to 10: $190
- Private Transfer Waikiki to Honolulu Airport HNL by Executive SUV: $174
- Honolulu Airport & Ko Olina Hotels Private Transfer by Passenger Van(14 ppl): $170
- Honolulu Airport Private Transfer: $140
- Private Transfer Honolulu Airport and Ko Olina Hotels: $134
- Private Transfer from Ko Olina to Honolulu (HLN) Airport: $133
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Ko Olina: $133
- Private Transfer: Waikiki to Honolulu Airport HNL by Sedan: $121
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Oahu?
Prices for flights to both Oahu 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 $38Oahu $91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
- Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oahu
For Oahu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Downtown Honolulu Food Tour with 5 Local Favorites Tastings: $107
- Ka Moana Luau Dinner and Show at Aloha Tower: $135
- Honolulu: Pacific Star Sunset Dinner Cruise and Show: $139
- Honolulu: Off The Beaten Path Food Tour: $150
- Friday Fireworks Dinner Sail from the Hilton Hawaiian Village: $170
- Chief's Luau Dinner Show: $182
- Honolulu: Three Star Deluxe Sunset Dinner Cruise and Show: $193
- Private Off-Road Sunset Dinner: $257
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Oahu $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.
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe: $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour [Transportation services]: $125
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Negril: $232
- Appleton Estate Rum and Black River Safari Private Tour: $185
- Appleton and Y.S Falls Tour from Negril Hotels: $261
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $140
- Bambuza ATV, Zipline and Horseback Adventure from Negril: $190
- Black River Safari and YS Falls Tour from Negril: $232
- Blue Hole Mineral Springs, Rick's Café, and Shopping Combo Tour: $75
- Blue Hole Secret Falls and Dunns River Falls Adventure: $134
- Customize Day Tour In Ochi (Horseback Riding,Rafting,Blue Hole, Dunns River ): $134
- Dune Buggies Experience and Mayfield falls: $276
Tours and Activities in Oahu
For Oahu, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Tour de Honolulu" Foodie Bike Tour: $189
- 1.5-Hour Guided Marine Life Tour: $105
- 18 Minutes Shared Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $269
- 2 Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise from Oahu: $40
- 2 Tank Natural Reef & Wreck Dive Tour off Wai'anae: $249
- 2-HR Gondola cruise in waikiki with cute tour guide & he sings!: $178
- 2-Hour Private Botanical Facial with Hand Dip Experience: $175
- 3 Zipline Adventure (Optional Waikiki Shuttle for 10am Tour): $109
- 3 Zipline Adventure and 3.5 hour Afternoon Snorkel Cruise: $274
- Aloha Scooter Tours: $203
- BYOB Sunset Cruise Waikiki: $59
- Beautiful Colors of Hawaii Photo Tour: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.90Oahu $6.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Negril
Also in Negril, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Negril One Love Bus Bar Crawl: $26
Sample the Local Flavors in Oahu
Also in Oahu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Koʻolau Distillery Whiskey Tour in Kailua, Hawai'i: $25
- North Shore Oahu Distillery Tour, Tasting & Craft Cocktail: $45
- Twilight Wine Tasting by Sea and Sunset Cruise in Honolulu: $119
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Oahu, we can see that Oahu 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 Oahu 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 Oahu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oahu 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 Oahu Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Negril or Oahu?
Oahu 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 Oahu in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Oahu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Oahu for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Negril is around the same temperature as Oahu in the summer. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Oahu fluctuates around 81°F (27°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Oahu this time of the year. In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives less sunshine than Oahu during summer. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Oahu receives 303 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 Oahu. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Oahu 81°F (27°C)
Should I visit Negril or Oahu in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Negril as well as Oahu. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Oahu because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Negril is around the same temperature as Oahu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Negril in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Oahu averages at about 80°F (26°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Oahu. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the autumn, Negril often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Oahu. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oahu receives 246 hours of full sun.
Negril receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Negril usually gets more rain in October than Oahu. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 2.1 inches (54 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Oahu 80°F (26°C)
Should I visit Negril or Oahu in the Winter?
Both Oahu 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 Oahu this time of year.
In January, Negril is generally a little warmer than Oahu. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 25°C (77°F), and Oahu fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
It's quite sunny in Oahu. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Oahu during winter. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Oahu receives 212 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Negril usually receives less rain than Oahu. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Oahu 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Negril or Oahu in the Spring?
Both Oahu 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 Oahu for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Negril is around the same temperature as Oahu in the spring. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Oahu fluctuates around 76°F (24°C).
In Oahu, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the spring, Negril often gets less sunshine than Oahu. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oahu receives 253 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in April than Oahu. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 1.7 inches (42 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Oahu 76°F (24°C)
Typical Weather for Oahu and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (98 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.