Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Porto?
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 Porto or Kingston?
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 Porto and Kingston can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Porto or Kingston?
Porto
Porto is the second largest city in Portugal. It is also the capital of the Northern Region and a hub for commercial and industrial activity. The city is not as large as you might expect, with a population of only about 300,000 residents, but the metropolitan area has a population of about 2.5 million. This includes nearby cities such as Gaia, Matosinhos, Maia and Gondomar.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Portugal, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPorto €160Kingston €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Porto is €160, 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 Porto and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPorto €72Kingston €53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPorto €144Kingston €106
Compare Hotels in Porto and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Porto 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: Porto Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Porto €21Kingston €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Porto
Also for Porto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Funchal to Porto Moniz: Volcanic Pools Day Transfer: $70
- Madeira: Porto da Cruz to Machico Hiking Tour with Transfer: $39
- Madeira: Vereda do Larano Trail One-Way Transfer Service: $23
- Porto Airport Transfer: $24
- Porto Airport: Transfer to/from Valenca Do Minho Station: $12
- Private Transfer to Lisbon from Tarouca: $293
- Private Transfer to Porto from Tarouca: $135
- Private transfer between Porto and Algarve with 1 stop: $558
- Service Transfer Airport to Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia: $64
- Transfer Oporto - Aeroport / Up to 4 passengers: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Montego Bay: 5-Day Jamaica Tour with Meals and Transfers: $2,200
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Negril: $749
- Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Montego Bay: $479
- Tropical Off-Road ATV Tour with Lunch and Transfer: $369
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $261
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Port Antonio Hotel Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $235
- Kingston Round Trip Airport Transfers to Ocho Rios : $230
- NMIA & Kingston transfer to Negril: $225
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to and from Hotels in Montego Bay: $173
Is it cheaper to fly into Porto or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Porto 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 dayPorto €63Kingston €38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Porto
For Porto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Porto Food & Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch or Dinner Option: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Porto €25Kingston €10
Tours and Activities in Porto
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Porto.
- Porto Six Bridges Panoramic Cruise on the Douro River: $21
- Experience Porto's Charm: 3-Hour Guided Walking Tour: $35
- Porto Sunset River Cruise: Douro Magic at Dusk: $35
- Douro River Boat Cruise with Port Wine and Snacks: $48
- Porto Douro River Sightseeing Sailing Cruise at Sunset or Daytime: $48
- 3-Hour Porto Highlights on a Electric Bike Guided Tour: $52
- Tour on the Douro River in a Classic Boat: $54
- Sunset or Daytime, Charming Sailboat Cruise on the Douro River: $54
- 6 Bridges cruise , Douro river with sunset option: $54
- Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride: $55
- Luxury Yacht Tour on the Douro River - Sunset or Daytime: $58
- Fun Private Tuk Tuk Tour: $66
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 dayPorto €19Kingston €9.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Porto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Porto:
- Luxury Yacht Cruise with Wine Tasting & Snacks: $54
- Port Wine Tour | 3 Cellars | 7 Tastings | 12 Participants Maximum: $60
- Port Wine Lodges Tour Including 7 Port Wine Tastings (English): $62
- Authentic Food and Wine Tour in Porto by Food Lover Tour: $81
- Douro Valley Tour: Wine Tasting, Cruise and Lunch from Porto : $96
- Douro Valley Wine Tour: 3 Vineyard Visits, Wine Tastings, Lunch: $113
- Complete Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch, Wine Tastings and River Cruise: $118
- Douro Valley Half-Day Wine Tour with Winery and Lunch From Porto: $131
- Authentic Small Group Douro Wine Tour with Lunch & River Cruise: $131
- Small Group Douro Valley Wine Tour with Lunch and Cruise: $149
- Douro Valley Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting, Lunch and Boat: $150
- Douro Valley Tour - 3 Wine tastings, Lunch & river Cruise: $152
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Porto and Kingston, we can see that Porto is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Porto 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 Porto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Porto 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 Porto Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Porto or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Porto. When comparing the sizes of Porto 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 Porto or Kingston?
Porto 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 Porto or Kingston in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Porto as well as Kingston. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Porto this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In July, Porto is generally cooler than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Porto average around 21°C (69°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Porto this time of the year. In the summer, Porto often gets more sunshine than Kingston. Porto gets 308 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun.
Porto usually gets less rain in July than Kingston. Porto gets 16 mm (0.6 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 JulyPorto 21°C (69°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Porto or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Porto are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Porto for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Porto is much colder than Kingston in the autumn. The daily temperature in Porto averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Porto usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during autumn. Porto gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kingston. It's quite rainy in Porto. In October, Porto usually receives less rain than Kingston. Porto gets 131 mm (5.2 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 OctoberPorto 17°C (62°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Porto or Kingston in the Winter?
Both Kingston and Porto during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Porto in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
In the winter, Porto is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the winter temperatures in Porto in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Porto often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Porto gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Porto. Porto usually gets more rain in January than Kingston. Porto gets 171 mm (6.7 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 JanuaryPorto 10°C (50°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Porto or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Porto and Kingston. Most visitors come to Porto for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Porto is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Porto average around 14°C (56°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. In Porto, it's very sunny this time of the year. Porto usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during spring. Porto gets 217 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
Porto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Porto usually receives more rain than Kingston. Porto gets 112 mm (4.4 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 AprilPorto 14°C (56°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Porto
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 10°C (50°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (51°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 16°C (60°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (67°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (62°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 11°C (51°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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