Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Osaka?
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 Osaka or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Kingston, 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: Osaka or Kingston?
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOsaka $110Kingston $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $110, while the average daily cost in Kingston is $123. 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 Osaka and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $48Kingston $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $96Kingston $124
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Osaka or Kingston? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $14Kingston $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer from Osaka city to Kansai airport: $73
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Osaka to Osaka International Airport (ITM): $150
- Airport Transfer!Hotel in center of Osaka to Kansai Airport (KIX): $192
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka to Shin Osaka Station: $71
- Kansai Airport（KIX） to or from Osaka Kyoto Private Transfer: $63
- Kansai Intl. Airport (KIX) Private Transfer to/from Osaka: $80
- Osaka : Private One-way Transfers to/from Kansai Airport(KIX): $59
- Osaka Airport (ITM) to Osaka city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $260
- Osaka Airport ITM to Arima Onsen Resorts Arrival Transfer: $111
- Osaka Airport Transfers : Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Van: $259
- Osaka International Airport (ITM) Private Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $46
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to and from Hotels in Montego Bay: $173
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $261
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport Across Jamaica: $49
- Private Transfers To/From Kingston & Airport (KIN) Across Jamaica: $24
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Port to Kingston Airport (KIN): $268
- Private Transfer To & From New Kingston to Norman Manley Airport: $40
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Kingston International Airport (KIN): $34
- Private Arrivals or Departures Transfer: Norman Manley Airport to Kingston : $136
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kingston International Airport to Hotel: $53
- Private Airport transfer from MBJ to & from Hotel's in Ochi Rios : $46
- Port Antonio Hotel Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $235
- NMIA & Kingston transfer to Negril: $225
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Osaka 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 dayOsaka $45Kingston $44
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $42
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Kuromon, Sennichimae & Dotonbori Food Tour with Wagyu: $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $52
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $56
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $56
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $56
- Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda: $63
- 3 Hours Washoku Cooking Class: $69
- Enjoy artistic TEMPURA Cooking Class: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $21Kingston $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM Live Show & Nightclub Admission Tickets: $6.95
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.95
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.95
- HEP Ferris Wheel Osaka Entry Ticket: $11
- Osaka Oracle GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- General Admission ticket to ABENO HARUKAS in Osaka: $14
- Osaka Tsutenkaku Tower Ticket: $14
- Osaka Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory ETicket: $14
- LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Admission Ticket: $15
- Osaka Castle Admission Ticket: $15
- Osaka Castle Ticket: $17
- Nara Shared Tour with Crafts Class: $21
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Ocho Rios: $232
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Blue Mountain Tour: A Half-Day Escape from Kingston: $1,011
- Blue Mountains Coffee Private Tour from Kingston: $180
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $134
- City Tour of Kingston Including Entry Fees: $105
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Devon House City Tour Combo: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $12Kingston $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $38
- Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl: $56
When comparing the travel costs between Osaka and Kingston, we can see that Kingston is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Osaka is in Asia and Kingston is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Osaka Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Kingston?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Osaka and Kingston, 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 Osaka or Kingston?
Osaka has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Osaka or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Osaka during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
Osaka is around the same temperature as Kingston in the summer. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Osaka gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. Osaka usually gets more rain in July than Kingston. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOsaka 28°C (82°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Kingston in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Kingston. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Osaka this time of year. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Osaka is cooler than Kingston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Osaka in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Kingston averages at about 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during autumn. Osaka gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Kingston receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Osaka usually receives less rain than Kingston. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOsaka 19°C (66°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Kingston. Many travelers come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In January, Osaka is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 6°C (42°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In the winter, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Osaka gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun.
Osaka usually gets more rain in January than Kingston. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOsaka 6°C (42°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Kingston in the Spring?
Both Kingston and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Osaka in the spring for the activities around the city. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Osaka is much colder than Kingston in the spring. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 15°C (59°F) in April, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during spring. Osaka gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Osaka. In April, Osaka usually receives more rain than Kingston. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOsaka 15°C (59°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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.