Which place is cheaper, Montego Bay or Pamukkale?
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 Pamukkale or Montego Bay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Pamukkale and Montego Bay can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Pamukkale or Montego Bay?
Pamukkale
Pamukkale is in southeastern Aegean Turkey and is historically a spa town that has been in existence since the 2nd century BC. It is popular with tourists for its beautiful hot springs and travertines, or pools that are coated in a very unique calcium covering. The area is very rich in mineral content and the water, which has been flowing for thousands of years, has deposited calcium in each pool. This unique whiteness creates an unworldly beauty that draws visitors from around the world. If you're visiting during the summer months when the sun is out in full force, don't forget the sunscreen, as the white reflects the light and you can end up with a sunburn quite quickly. You'll also want to make sure you have sunglasses available because the glare can be quite extreme.
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 Tours for Seniors to Turkey, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Turkey.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPamukkale $162Montego Bay $255
The average daily cost (per person) in Pamukkale is $162, while the average daily cost in Montego Bay is $255. 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 Pamukkale and Montego Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPamukkale $44Montego Bay $100
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPamukkale $88Montego Bay $200
Compare Hotels in Pamukkale and Montego Bay
Looking for a hotel in Pamukkale 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: Pamukkale Hotel Prices and Montego Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pamukkale $28Montego Bay $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pamukkale
Also for Pamukkale, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Antalya/Belek/Lara: Land Of legends Night Show Transfer: $20
- Gumbet Turkish Bath with hotel transfer and Oil massage: $38
- Paragliding Tour w/ Scenic Views & Hotel Transfer: $73
- Pamukkale - Karahayit Transfer from Denizli Cardak Airport: $78
- Private Denizli Pamukkale Airport Transfer Service: $108
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels: $114
- Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers to Denizli City Hotels: $114
- Pamukkale Saraykoy Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $119
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon w/Flight Certificates,Champagne Toast & Hotel Transfer: $121
- Denizli Airport Transfer to Pamukkale (Private): $141
- Denizli City Hotels to Denizli Cardak Airport Transfers: $149
- City of Pamukkale/Denizli: Antalya Center Private Transfer: $244
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Kingston: One Way Private Transfer to Montego Bay Airport: $319
- Private Airport Transfers To and From Kingston (KIN) Airport: $200
- Horseback Ride/Swim and Blue Hole Falls Daytrip with Transfers: $190
- Green Grato Caves and Dunns River Falls with Private Transfer : $180
- Riu Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $169
- Private Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting Tour with Private Transfer: $135
- Club Mobay VIP Lounge Access and Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $113
- Private Transfer to Dunns River Blue Hole Tubing from Montego Bay: $110
- Private Transfer to Dunn's River Falls and Blue Hole: $110
- Experience Jamaica Private Tour with Airport Transfer: $100
- Airport Transfer Service In Montego bay: $95
- Sandals South Coast Airport Transfer: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Pamukkale or Montego Bay?
Prices for flights to both Montego Bay and Pamukkale 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 dayPamukkale $94Montego Bay $139
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $10
- 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica : $130
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $150
- Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations : $158
- PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pamukkale $42Montego Bay $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Pamukkale
For Pamukkale, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance fees Travertines & Pool$1.57
Tours and Activities in Pamukkale
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pamukkale.
- From Antalya or Kemer: Full-Day Pamukkale & Hierapolis Tour: $41
- Full Day Pamukkale City Tour From Pamukkale And Karahayit Hotels: $45
- From Antalya: Pamukkale and Hierapolis Tour with Lunch: $47
- Pamukkale&Hierapolis Small Group Tour (Entrance Tickets Extra): $50
- Pamukkale and Hierapolis Skip-the-Line Tickets and Audio Guide: $51
- Pamukkale Hot Air Balloon Experience Including Pickup: $59
- Pamukkale Paragliding Experience By Local Expert Pilots: $64
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $66
- Pamukkale Paragliding Tour : $70
- Pamukkale & Hierapolis Ancient City Tour from Antalya: $80
- Natural Pamukkale Tour From Pamukkale - Small Group : $82
- Izmir: Ephesus, House of Mary Tour w/Entry Tickets & Lunch: $84
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$2.63
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Snorkeling Trip$18
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One Tank Dive$37
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$42
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Black River Day Adventure Tour: $92
- Dunn’s River Secret falls with Horse-back&Bamboo Raft Experience: $125
- Falmouth Mystic from Montego Bay Luminous Lagoon Night Tour: $90
- Luminous Lagoon Glow in the Dark Boat Tour from Montego Bay: $65
- Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $118
- Private Dolphin Cove Adventure : $250
- 1 Hour Horse Back Riding & Dunn's River Falls Tour Combo: $240
- 3 Hours Private Highlights Tour & Shopping in Montego Bay Jamaica: $100
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Montego Bay From Falmouth: $75
- 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
- ATV Adventure and Rick's Cafe Tour with Transportation: $238
- ATV Jungle Safari Tour from Montego Bay: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPamukkale $11Montego Bay $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pamukkale and Montego Bay, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Pamukkale much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pamukkale Expensive? and Is Montego Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pamukkale or Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Pamukkale. When comparing the sizes of Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Montego Bay?
Pamukkale 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 Pamukkale or Montego Bay in the Summer?
Both Montego Bay and Pamukkale during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Pamukkale for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
In July, Pamukkale is generally around the same temperature as Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 28°C (82°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Montego Bay, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Pamukkale. In the summer, Pamukkale often gets more sunshine than Montego Bay. Pamukkale gets 356 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 257 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale usually gets less rain in July than Montego Bay. Pamukkale gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPamukkale 28°C (82°F)Montego Bay 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Montego Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Pamukkale and Montego Bay. Many visitors come to Pamukkale in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Pamukkale is cooler than Montego Bay in the autumn. The daily temperature in Pamukkale averages around 19°C (67°F) in October, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montego Bay this time of the year. In Pamukkale, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montego Bay during autumn. Pamukkale gets 232 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 233 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Montego Bay receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Pamukkale gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPamukkale 19°C (67°F)Montego Bay 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Montego Bay in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Pamukkale as well as Montego Bay. Most visitors come to Pamukkale for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
In the winter, Pamukkale is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the winter temperatures in Pamukkale in January average around 9°C (48°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. In the winter, Pamukkale often gets less sunshine than Montego Bay. Pamukkale gets 137 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 226 hours of full sun.
Pamukkale receives a lot of rain in the winter. Pamukkale usually gets more rain in January than Montego Bay. Pamukkale gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPamukkale 9°C (48°F)Montego Bay 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Pamukkale or Montego Bay in the Spring?
Both Montego Bay and Pamukkale are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Pamukkale because of the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Pamukkale is generally much colder than Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Pamukkale average around 17°C (62°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Montego Bay. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pamukkale. Pamukkale usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montego Bay during spring. Pamukkale gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pamukkale usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Pamukkale gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPamukkale 17°C (62°F)Montego Bay 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Montego Bay and Pamukkale
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 9°C (48°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | 10°C (50°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 21°C (70°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (78°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 24°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (67°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (51°F) | 129 mm (5.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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