Which place is cheaper, Victoria or Oahu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Oahu or Victoria?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oahu or Victoria, 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: Oahu or Victoria?
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.
Victoria
The capital city of British Columbia, Canada, Victoria is positioned near the southern edge of Vancouver Island. It's a wonderfully pleasant city and has been nicknamed the Garden City because of its vast green space and public gardens. There is a population of just over 80,000 in the city proper and almost 350,000 in the greater metropolitan area. Dating back to 1843, it's also one of the oldest cities in the Pacific Northwest. As such, it has many historic buildings and beautiful architecture. It also has the second oldest Chinatown in North America, following San Francisco's.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America, The Best 2-Week Tours in United States of America, The Best Adventure Tours to Canada, and The Best Eco Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOahu $333Victoria $182
The average daily cost (per person) in Oahu is $333, while the average daily cost in Victoria is $182. 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 Oahu and Victoria in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOahu $237Victoria $113
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOahu $474Victoria $226
Compare Hotels in Oahu and Victoria
Looking for a hotel in Oahu or Victoria? 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: Oahu Hotel Prices and Victoria Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oahu $21Victoria $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oahu
Also for Oahu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer: Honolulu to Honolulu Airport HNL in Sedan Car: $108
- Private Transfer from Wakiki Beach to Honolulu (HNL) Airport: $87
- Private Transfer from Waikiki to Honolulu (HLN) Airport: $87
- Private Transfer from Honolulu Port to Honolulu / Waikiki hotels: $37
- Private Transfer from Honolulu Cruise Port to Honolulu Airport: $37
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HNL) Airport to Wakiki Beach: $87
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Waikiki : $87
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Pupukea: $203
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to North Shore : $203
- Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Ko Olina: $127
- Private Transfer from Beach Resorts to Honolulu Airport HNL by Executive Sedan: $157
- Private Transfer Waikiki to Honolulu Airport HNL by Executive SUV: $148
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Victoria
Also for Victoria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Seaplane Transfer between Victoria and Whistler: $219
- Victoria to Vancouver Ferry with Bus Transfer: $73
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Hotel Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $83
- Victoria to Vancouver - Vancouver Airport (YVR) Drop Off - Coach Bus Transfer: $87
- Victoria to Vancouver - Coach Bus Transfer: $74
- Vancouver: Seaplane Transfer between Vancouver & Victoria: $206
Is it cheaper to fly into Oahu or Victoria?
Prices for flights to both Victoria and Oahu 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 dayOahu $52Victoria $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oahu
For Oahu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $97
- Moonlight Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $106
- Sunset Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $125
- Honolulu Sunset & Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $129
- Ka Moana Luau Dinner and Show at Aloha Tower: $129
- Hawaii Semisub Classic Friday Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $170
- Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu: $179
- Germaine's Traditional Luau Show & Buffet Dinner: $191
- Nova Five Star Sunset Dinner and Jazz: $225
- Traditional Canoe Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $250
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Victoria
For Victoria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Chocolate Lovers Food Tour: $44
- Chinatown and Old Town Food Tour with Tastings: $58
- Hip & Hidden Chinatown + Old Town Food Tour Victoria: $59
- Victoria Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $73
- Sip, Savor, Stroll Evening Food Tour: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oahu $27Victoria $45
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
- New Year’s Eve Midnight Cruise: $246
- 1.5 -Hour Guided Whale and Marine Life Tour: $89
- 18 Minutes PRIVATE Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $248
- 2-Hour Private Botanical Facial with Hand Dip Experience: $175
- 3 Hour Waikiki Waterslide, Snorkel and Wild Life Cruise: $109
- 3-Hour Honolulu Bottom Fishing Adventure : $87
- 30 Minutes SHARED Helicopter Tour in Honolulu: $284
- 4 Hour Guided Scuba Diving Adventures in Waikiki: $249
- 5:00PM Sunset Cruise & Whale Watch from Oahu (Wahine Koa): $57
- ATV Adventure in Hawaii by Da Mongoose EzRaider: $139
- Afternoon Waikiki Glass Bottom Boat Cruise: $40
Tours and Activities in Victoria
For Victoria, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Victoria City & the Coastal Shoreside: $77
- 60-Minute Beacon Hill Park Tour: $204
- 75-Minute The Royal Tour: $245
- 90-Minute The Capital Tour: $286
- Beacon Hill Park Horse-Drawn Carriage Tour of Victoria: $204
- Bike 3-hour City Highlights Tour & coastal ride: $94
- Butchart & Beyond: The Grand Victoria Tour: $329
- COMBO Victoria City Tour & Butchart Gardens & Entry Tix: $98
- Castles, Hoods & Legends - Bike Tour: $51
- Cultural & Historical Victoria Walking Tour: $16
- Downtown Victoria Food & City Tour: $59
- Evening Sip, Savor, Stroll Tour: $149
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOahu $6.47Victoria $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Oahu
Also in Oahu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Whiskey Tour - Koʻolau Distillery - Kailua, Hawai'i 96734: $25
- History Tour Pub Crawl in Waikiki: $45
- Waikiki History Tour Pub Crawl: $45
Sample the Local Flavors in Victoria
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Victoria:
- Guided Pub Crawl with Ferry Rides and Appetizers: $48
- 3-Hour Street Art & Craft Beer Tour of Victoria, Brewery Tour & Tasting included: $101
- Victoria Wine Tour with Wine Tastings and Charcuterie: $134
- Cowichan Valley Premium Wine Tour: $439
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oahu and Victoria, we can see that Oahu is more expensive. And not only is Victoria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Victoria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Victoria 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 Victoria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oahu Expensive? and Is Victoria Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Oahu or Victoria?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Oahu or Victoria in the Summer?
Both Victoria and Oahu are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Oahu for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Oahu is much warmer than Victoria. Typically, the summer temperatures in Oahu in July average around 81°F (27°C), and Victoria averages at about 16°C (60°F).
In July, Oahu usually receives more rain than Victoria. Oahu gets 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOahu 81°F (27°C)Victoria 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Oahu or Victoria in the Autumn?
Both Victoria and Oahu during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Oahu in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Oahu is generally much warmer than Victoria. Daily temperatures in Oahu average around 80°F (26°C), and Victoria fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
Oahu usually gets less rain in October than Victoria. Oahu gets 2.1 inches (54 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOahu 80°F (26°C)Victoria 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Oahu or Victoria in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Oahu and Victoria. Most visitors come to Oahu for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Victoria can be very cold. Oahu is much warmer than Victoria in the winter. The daily temperature in Oahu averages around 73°F (23°C) in January, and Victoria fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Victoria receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Oahu usually receives less rain than Victoria. Oahu gets 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOahu 73°F (23°C)Victoria 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Oahu or Victoria in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Oahu as well as Victoria. The spring months attract visitors to Oahu because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Oahu is much warmer than Victoria. Typically, the spring temperatures in Oahu in April average around 76°F (24°C), and Victoria averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Oahu usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Victoria. Oahu gets 1.7 inches (42 mm) of rain, while Victoria receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOahu 76°F (24°C)Victoria 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Victoria and Oahu
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.7 in) |
| Apr | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) | 10°C (49°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jun | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) | 14°C (58°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Jul | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) | 16°C (60°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) | 16°C (61°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) |
| Sep | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) | 15°C (58°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) | 11°C (52°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) | 8°C (46°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) | 5°C (42°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
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