A Travel Price Comparison for Mexico Oaxaca de Juarez vs. Guadalajara for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Oaxaca de Juarez or Guadalajara?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Oaxaca de Juarez or Guadalajara? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

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.

Guadalajara

Guadalajara is the capital of the state of Jalisco in western Mexico, as well as one of the country's largest cities. It is best known for tequila and mariachi music, which both originate in Jalisco, as well as a thriving historic center with colonial architecture and landmarks.

Which city is cheaper, Guadalajara or Oaxaca de Juarez?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Oaxaca de Juarez is $30, while the average daily cost in Guadalajara is $77. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Oaxaca de Juarez and Guadalajara in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Oaxaca de Juarez $13
    Guadalajara $28
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Oaxaca de Juarez $26
    Guadalajara $56

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Oaxaca de Juarez $8.46
    Guadalajara $26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oaxaca de Juarez

Also for Oaxaca de Juarez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) to Oaxaca hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $149
  • Oaxaca International Airport (OAX) to Oaxaca hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
  • Roundtrip Shared Airport Transfer: $26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guadalajara

Also for Guadalajara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private transfer: Guadalajara to Guadalajara Airport (GDL): $622
  • Airport - Tequila Transfer: $180
  • Airport-Chapala/Ajijic Transfer: $180
  • Airport Transfer to Guadalajara Hotels: $100
  • BEST PRICE Guadalajara round-trip transfer Hotel Airport, (in the city only): $94
  • Guadalajara hotels to Guadalajara Airport (GDL) - Departure Private Transfer: $78
  • Airport to City Transfer: $60
  • BEST PRICE Guadalajara transfer Hotel Airport, (in the city only): $50
  • Airport - Hotel transfer: $48
  • Mexico Private Transfer from Guadalajara City to Guadalajara (GDL) Airport: $44
  • Private Airport Transfer: Guadalajara to Miguel Hidalgo Y Costilla Airport (GDL): $26
  • Private Departure Transfer from Guadalajara Center to Guadalajara Airport: $24

Is it cheaper to fly into Oaxaca de Juarez or Guadalajara?

Prices for flights to both Guadalajara and Oaxaca de Juarez 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Oaxaca de Juarez $9.41
    Guadalajara $32

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 Street Food Tour: $13
  • Oaxacan Vegetarian Cooking Class: $51
  • OAXACA STREET FOOD TOUR, eat like a local.: $55
  • Flavors of Oaxaca: Cooking Class with No Set Menu and Local Market Tour: $77
  • MAIZ Cooking Class & Tour To The CASA Oaxaca: $77
  • Oaxaca: Traditional Oaxacan Cooking Class with Market Visit: $91
  • Oaxaca: Classic Downtown Food Tour: $102
  • Ancestral cooking class with market visit: $259

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guadalajara

For Guadalajara, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Guadalajara Street Food Tour: $15
  • Santa Tere Food Tour: $46

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Oaxaca de Juarez $8.43
    Guadalajara $18

Tours and Activities in Oaxaca de Juarez

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oaxaca de Juarez.

  • Gastronomy Experince with chef, Culture of Mezcal & Textiles. Private Tour.: $199
  • Mitla, Teotitlan and Santa Maria del Tule Sightseeing Tour from Oaxaca: $32
  • Monte Alban, Arrazola, Coyotepec and Cuilapam Full-Day Tour from Oaxaca: $48
  • Oaxaca City Sightseeing Tour: Temple of Santo Domingo de Guzman, Oaxaca Regional Museum and Benito Juarez Market: $47
  • Oaxaca City Tour: $15
  • Oaxaca City Tour: $24
  • Oaxaca Gallery Art Tour: $43
  • Oaxaca Private Foodies Delight Market Tour and Street Food: $48
  • Oaxaca Street Art Tour: $24
  • Oaxaca: Half-Day City Tour: $32
  • Oaxaca: Monte Alban Guided Archaeological Tour: $38
  • Oaxaca: Ocotlan de Morelos Cultural Experience and Tour: $38

Tours and Activities in Guadalajara

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Guadalajara.

  • "T" Tour Traditional Food, History and Bike: $5.00
  • 3 Hours Private Tour Guide in Guadalajara, you choose!: $75
  • 6 Hours Private Tour Guide in Guadalajara, you choose!: $140
  • Bike Tour to the Historic Center: $27
  • City Tour Guadalajara: $32
  • City Tour in Electric Carriage: $25
  • Commercial vs Craft Tequila Experience: $87
  • Craft Tequila Tasting Tour by Mickey Marentes: $149
  • Day Tour to Tequila on Jose Cuervo Express from Guadalajara: $215
  • From Lake Chapala and Ajijic Tour: $64
  • Full Day Jose Cuervo Express Diamond VIP Experience: $160
  • Full experience Entre Charros: $30

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Oaxaca de Juarez $9.74
    Guadalajara $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Guadalajara

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guadalajara:

  • Traditional Cantinas Pub Crawl: $29
  • Pub Crawl Guadalajara: $30
  • From Tequila and Distillery Tour with Tastings: $68
  • Tequila and Distillery Tour from Guadalajara: $79
  • From Jose Cuervo Distillery & Tequila Town Tour: $93
  • Full-Day Tour to La Rojeña Distillery by Jose Cuervo Express: $193
  • Tequila and Mundo Cuervo Distillery Tour from Guadalajara: $513

About these numbers

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oaxaca de Juarez and Guadalajara, we can see that Guadalajara is more expensive. And not only is Oaxaca de Juarez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Guadalajara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guadalajara than you might in Oaxaca de Juarez.

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