Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Paphos?
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 Paphos or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos 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: Paphos or Kingston?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Kingston €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Kingston is €105. 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 Paphos and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Kingston €53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Kingston €106
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Paphos 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Kingston €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon Boat Cruise with Bus Transfer from Paphos: $42
- Blue Lagoon Pafos to Latchi, bus transfer+ Boat trip H/D: $42
- Blue Lagoon Sunset Cruise from Paphos with Transfers: $30
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide, music & Paphos hotel transfers: $35
- Blue Lagoon trip with Transfer from Paphos including 1 hour swim : $45
- Blue Lagoon: 3 Hours Afternoon Cruise with transfer from Paphos: $46
- CO2-Offset Private Car Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis: $80
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City : $199
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $70
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $94
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $86
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Slide, Music & Hotel Transfer: $34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Airport MBJ Round Trip Transfer to Ocho Rios Airbnb Home, Resorts: $133
- Airport Transfers from Kingston.: $70
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Negril: $749
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston: $19
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Kingston Airport: $19
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Montego Bay: $69
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Negril: $79
- From One Way Shared Transfer to Port Antonio: $47
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Airport transfers One Way to all hotels - private: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Kingston €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Kingston €10
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $21
- Pafos Zoo Ticket: $22
- The Yellow Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise Swim & Snorkel: $23
- Paphos Sunset Cruise Swim Snorkel & Jump into the Golden Hour : $24
- From Limassol Experience: $29
- Latchi to Blue Lagoon Glass Bottom+slide Boat Tour: $30
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour : $30
- Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide : $30
- Latchi Blue Lagoon Cruise: $36
- Akamas, Baths of Aphrodite and Blue Lagoon Day Tour: $41
- Turtle Watching Cruise,Snorkelling Adventure &Sunset: $41
- Yellow Submarine Swim Cruise with Unlimited Drinks: $41
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Art Walk Sunday Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $9.78
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Kingston Creative: Mural Art Walking Tour: $31
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Mural Tours in the Downtown Kingston Art District, Jamaica: $40
- Reggae Legend - Bob Marley Museum Tour Tickets: $41
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Private Bob Marley Tour Experience: $65
- Kingston City Guided Tour - Classic: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Kingston €9.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Afternoon Tour to Agios Neophytos Monastery with Wine Tasting: $44
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $89
- Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $138
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Kingston, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Kingston 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos 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 Paphos or Kingston?
Paphos 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 Paphos or Kingston in the Summer?
Both Kingston and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Paphos because of the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Paphos is generally around the same temperature as Kingston. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 27°C (80°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Kingston during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Paphos usually receives less rain than Kingston. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Paphos during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
Paphos is cooler than Kingston in the autumn. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the autumn, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Kingston. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
Kingston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Paphos usually gets less rain in October than Kingston. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Kingston in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Kingston. Many travelers come to Paphos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Paphos is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the winter temperatures in Paphos in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Paphos usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Kingston. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Kingston. Many visitors come to Paphos in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In April, Paphos is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 17°C (62°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the spring, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in April than Kingston. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Paphos
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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