Which place is cheaper, Montego Bay or Oslo?
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 Oslo or Montego Bay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Montego Bay, 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: Oslo or Montego Bay?
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $158Montego Bay $259
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $158, while the average daily cost in Montego Bay is $259. 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 Oslo and Montego Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $78Montego Bay $102
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $156Montego Bay $204
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Montego Bay
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Montego Bay? 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: Oslo Hotel Prices and Montego Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $22Montego Bay $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
- Private Transfer from Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port: $71
- Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $89
- Private Transfer from Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL): $94
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $135
- Private Transfer from Olso Airport to Olso Hotels: $141
- Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $141
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $141
- Airport Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $150
- Private Transfer From Oslo To Drammen With a 2 Hour Stop: $153
- Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $153
- Private Transfer from Oslo City Centre to Oslo Airport: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Private Airport Transfers from Montego Bay: $8.70
- Shared Transfer: From/to Montego Bay International Airport: $9.75
- Private Airport transfer Montego Bay: $12
- Grandiosa Hotel Private Airport Transfer: $13
- Sandals Royal Caribbean Hotel Private Airport Transfer: $13
- Private Transfer to Royal Decameron Cornwall Beach/Montego Beach: $13
- A "Private" Airport Transfer to any Resort in Montego Bay: $14
- Private Airport Transfer to S Hotel, SeaGarden, Royal Decameron: $14
- RIU Palace reggae and RIU Montego Bay private airport transfers: $14
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport to Montego Bay Hotels: $14
- Private Transfer From Montego Bay Airport to Hotel in Montego Bay: $14
- Private Airport Transfer To Riu Montego Bay, Palace & Reggae: $14
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Montego Bay?
Prices for flights to both Montego Bay and Oslo 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 dayOslo $55Montego Bay $142
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship: $81
- Private Chef Forest Dinner: Authentic Norwegian Food Tour in Oslo: $136
- Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $161
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $165
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $189
- Oslo Food Walking Tour with Fjord Cruise and Open Fire Cooking: $215
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Lunch or Dinner Dining Experience in Montego Bay: $40
- Dinner or Lunch with Pickup from Montego Bay: $50
- Montego Bay Jerk Tour and Rum Punch Mixology/Food Tour: $50
- Mystic Lagoon Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Lagoon Swim: $85
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica: $117
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $135
- Jamaican Seafood Street Food Tour from Montego Bay, Falmouth: $150
- Authentic Jamaican Cooking Experience in the Mountain from mobay: $210
- PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $210
- Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations: $231
- Glistening Waters, ATV ride in countryside and Dinner at Jerk hut: $250
- Private Martha Brae Raft and Luminous Lagoon Tour with Dinner: $270
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $16Montego Bay $32
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Self-Guided Tours in Oslo with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.52
- Downtown Self-Guided Highlights and History Audio Tour: $5.00
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Oslo with Audio Guide: $5.88
- Free Tour of Oslo in Spanish : Local History and Culture: $5.88
- Oslo Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Oslo Self Guided Tour of Sealed Books Saunas and a Chosen King: $6.99
- Oslo Walking Tour 3:00 am and 22 audio reviews: $7.44
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
- Discover Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Oslo City - Self Guided Audio Tour: $16
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach$2.68
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Snorkeling Trip$19
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One Tank Dive$38
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$43
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Jamaica Bamboo Rafting Experience with Lime Stone Massage: $20
- Souvenirs and Gift shopping Tour in Montego Bay: $20
- Montego Bay Bamboo Rafting and Hip Strip Private Tour: $22
- Cinnamon Hill Great House Tour: Home of Johnny Cash: $23
- Bamboo Rafting & Jamaican Village Experience: $25
- VR Experience in Montego Bay: $30
- Adventure and Activity Based Music and Nightlife and Nature: $30
- Great River Bamboo Rafting and Limestone Foot Massage Tour From Montego Bay: $30
- Doctor Cave Beach and Hip Strip Shopping from Cruise Ship: $30
- Private Tour Souvenir Shopping in Montego Bay: $30
- Private Shopping Tour in Montego Bay with Hotel Pickup: $35
- Bob Marley 9 Mile Tour Admission: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $9.59Montego Bay $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Montego Bay, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Oslo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oslo is in Europe and Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Oslo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oslo 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Oslo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oslo Expensive? and Is Montego Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Montego Bay?
Oslo has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Montego Bay. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Montego Bay, 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 Oslo or Montego Bay?
Oslo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Oslo or Montego Bay in the Summer?
Both Montego Bay and Oslo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Oslo this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Oslo is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the summer temperatures in Oslo in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Montego Bay. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Oslo. Oslo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montego Bay during summer. Oslo gets 246 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 257 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Oslo usually receives more rain than Montego Bay. Oslo gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOslo 18°C (64°F)Montego Bay 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Montego Bay in the Autumn?
Both Montego Bay and Oslo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Oslo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
In October, Oslo is generally much colder than Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Oslo average around 7°C (45°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In Montego Bay, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Oslo often gets less sunshine than Montego Bay. Oslo gets 86 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 233 hours of full sun.
Montego Bay gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Oslo usually gets less rain in October than Montego Bay. Oslo gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOslo 7°C (45°F)Montego Bay 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Montego Bay in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Oslo and Montego Bay. Many visitors come to Oslo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Oslo can get quite cold in the winter. Oslo is much colder than Montego Bay in the winter. The daily temperature in Oslo averages around -4°C (25°F) in January, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montego Bay this time of the year. Oslo usually receives less sunshine than Montego Bay during winter. Oslo gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 226 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Oslo usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Oslo gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOslo -4°C (25°F)Montego Bay 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Montego Bay in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Oslo as well as Montego Bay. Most visitors come to Oslo for the activities around the city during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
In the spring, Oslo is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the spring temperatures in Oslo in April average around 6°C (42°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. In the spring, Oslo often gets less sunshine than Montego Bay. Oslo gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 225 hours of full sun.
Oslo usually gets less rain in April than Montego Bay. Oslo gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOslo 6°C (42°F)Montego Bay 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Montego Bay and Oslo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (25°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (26°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (42°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (53°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (35°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 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.