Which place is cheaper, Panama City or Nottingham?
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 Nottingham or Panama City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nottingham and Panama City can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Nottingham or Panama City?
Nottingham
Nottingham, England is located in the Eastern Midlands of England and it is one of the most popular destinations in the East Midlands and is commonly known as the "Queen of the Midlands". It is most widely known for its link to the popular legend of Robin Hood. Nottingham is one of the 10 most visited cities in England and has a historic past with settlements in the area dating back to pre-Roman times. Nottingham's economy was once mostly based on their Lace making factories and coal mining industries, though not much of these industries still remain in the area. The economy now has shifted more to the service industry and tourism and is a popular shopping destination.
Panama City
Panama City is the cosmopolitan capital city of the country of Panama. With a population of almost 900,000 and almost 1.5 million in the metropolitan area, it's a very diverse city with expat residents from all over the world. You don't have to search far to find someone who speaks English, and many Panamanians are quite helpful and friendly.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United Kingdom, The Best Luxury Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Budget Tours to Panama, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNottingham £143Panama City £74
The average daily cost (per person) in Nottingham is £143, while the average daily cost in Panama City is £74. 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 Nottingham and Panama City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNottingham £64Panama City £26
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNottingham £128Panama City £52
Compare Hotels in Nottingham and Panama City
Looking for a hotel in Nottingham or Panama City? 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: Nottingham Hotel Prices and Panama City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nottingham £21Panama City £7.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nottingham
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nottingham:
- Private Transfer from Nottingham to Manchester Airport (MAN): $295
- Airport Transfer Service | Nottinghamshire to Manchester Airport: $278
- East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Nottingham - Round-Trip Transfer: $126
- Private Nottingham Departure Transfer - Hotel / Accommodation to Airport: $112
- Private East Midlands Departure Transfer- Hotel / Accommodation to Airport: $64
- Nottingham to East Midlands Airport (EMA) - Departure Transfer: $63
- East Midlands Airport(EMA) to Nottingham-Arrival Private Transfer: $63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Panama City
Also for Panama City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport TRANSFER 1 way Tocumen Howard BLB Albrook Rio Hato Colon: $29
- Airport To City Hotel transfer: $50
- Arrival Private Transfer Panama PTY Airport to Playa Bonita: $75
- Arrival Private Transfer Panama PTY Airport to Playa Bonita: $84
- Panama Airport (PTY) to Decameron - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $212
- Panama Airport (PTY) to Panama city - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Panama Airport (PTY) to Playa Blanca Round-Trip Private Transfer: $160
- Panama Airport (PTY) to Playa Bonita/Gamboa - Private Transfer: $33
- Panama Airport (PTY) to Playa Bonita/Gamboa - Round-Trip Transfer: $67
- Panama City Private Departure Transfer: $42
- Panama Private Airport/Port/Hotel Transfer Service: $28
- Panama Tocumen Airport (PTY) to Colón - Arrival Private Transfer: $77
Is it cheaper to fly into Nottingham or Panama City?
Prices for flights to both Panama City and Nottingham 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 dayNottingham £62Panama City £26
Typical Food Prices in Panama City
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Panama City:
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Sandwich£6.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Panama City
For Panama City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Panamanian Ravioli Masterclass + Dinner in Panama City center: $55
- Panama City FOOD Tour: $65
- 3.5 -hour Afropanamanian Cooking Experience in Panama: $70
- Street Food Tour Panama City (28+ tastings) By Paradox Experience: $95
- 4h Cooking Class in 10 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $95
- Embera Village Cooking Class Experience in Chagres National Park: $125
- The Real Panamanian Private Food Tour through Panama City: $245
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nottingham £28Panama City £48
Tours and Activities in Nottingham
Here are a few actual costs in Nottingham for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Adventure in Nottingham: $238
- Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am): $19
- Explore Nottingham in 90 minutes with a Local - Private Tour: $110
- Great British Classic Car Driving Experience: $75
- Lincoln Private Walking Tour: $187
- Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham: $29
- Maid Marian and Robin Hood Quest Experience in Nottingham: $8.56
- Nottingham Private Guided Walking Tour: $322
- Nottingham Robin Hood Town Tour: $31
- Nottingham Self Guided Walking Tour: $18
- Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $20
- Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour: $180
Tours and Activities in Panama City
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Panama City.
- Casco Viejo Golden Hour Rooftop Sunset Social Experience: $21
- Sunset Bike Tour/ Cinta Costera Casco Viejo by Paradox Experience: $22
- Spanish Experience in Panama City: $25
- Casco Viejo Walking Tour: History, Culture & Local Tasting: $25
- Panama City Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide: $27
- City Sightseeing Panama City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $30
- Get to know the city on board CitySightseeing Panama (24 Hours): $30
- City Tour guiado en Panamá con Canal y Casco Antiguo: $35
- Bike tour in Old City and Cinta costera with local markets: $35
- Half-Day Casco Viejo The Real City Guided with a Local Touch Tour: $35
- Panama City : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $36
- Walking tour through the Hidden treasures and gems of Casco Viejo: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNottingham £7.10Panama City £13
Sample the Local Flavors in Nottingham
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nottingham:
- DropWorks Rum Tour - Largest Premium Rum Distillery in Europe!: $35
- Nottingham Private Historic Pub Tour with Free Drinks: $180
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nottingham and Panama City, we can see that Nottingham is more expensive. And not only is Panama City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nottingham is in Europe and Panama City is in Central 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 Panama City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Panama City 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 Nottingham would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nottingham than you might in Panama City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nottingham Expensive? and Is Panama City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nottingham or Panama City?
Panama City has a larger population, and is about 65% larger than the population of Nottingham. When comparing the sizes of Nottingham and Panama City, 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.