Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios?
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 Ocho Rios can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Porto or Ocho Rios?
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.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
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 €160Ocho Rios €73
The average daily cost (per person) in Porto is €160, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is €73. 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 Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPorto €72Ocho Rios €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPorto €144Ocho Rios €86
Compare Hotels in Porto and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Porto or Ocho Rios? 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 Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Porto €21Ocho Rios €6.23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Porto
Also for Porto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer between Porto and Algarve with 1 stop: $558
- Private Transfer to Lisbon from Tarouca: $293
- Private Transfer to Porto from Tarouca: $135
- Funchal to Porto Moniz: Volcanic Pools Day Transfer: $70
- Service Transfer Airport to Porto or Vila Nova de Gaia: $64
- Madeira: Porto da Cruz to Machico Hiking Tour with Transfer: $39
- Transfer Oporto - Aeroport / Up to 4 passengers: $30
- Porto Airport Transfer: $24
- Madeira: Vereda do Larano Trail One-Way Transfer Service: $23
- Porto Airport: Transfer to/from Valenca Do Minho Station: $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Luxury Transfer to Sandals Dunn’s River from MBJ Airport: $300
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- VIP***Private KINGSTON Airport Transfers to***OCHO RIOS**HOTELS**: $292
- Kingston Airport (KIN) to Runaway Bay Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay Hotels: $240
- Ocho Rios Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN): $240
- Kingston Airport Transfer to Runaway Bay Hotels: $200
- Luxury Ocho Rios Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Ríos: $176
- Jewels Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $170
- Montego Bay Private Airport Transfer To and from ochi rios : $170
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Round Trip Transfers from MBJ: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Porto or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios 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 €63Ocho Rios €23
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Porto €25Ocho Rios €13
Tours and Activities in Porto
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Porto.
- 3 Hour Tuk tuk Tour in Porto: $215
- 3-Hour Porto Highlights on a Electric Bike Guided Tour: $52
- Aveiro and Costa Nova Half Day Tour from Porto with Boat Ride: $55
- Braga & Guimarães Small Group Tour: Lunch & All Tickets Included: $167
- Breathtaking Nature in Gerês Park - Private tour from Porto: $130
- Daytime Sailing Adventure near Lagos and Luz!: $167
- Douro Sunset Sailboat Experience in Porto: $70
- Douro Valley : 2 wineries, Tastings, Lunch & Scenic River Cruise: $161
- Douro Valley Tour: 2 Vineyard Visits, River Cruise, Winery Lunch: $113
- Douro Valley and Régua Panoramic Cruise with Lunch from Porto: $92
- Douro Valley: Historical Sites, Wine Experience, Lunch & Cruise: $106
- Douro: luxury & private tour with picnic lunch at Quinta da Roêda: $293
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate€8.97
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens€4.49
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Tour of Prospect Plantation€15
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Tour from Runaway Bay: $285
- Blue Hole Tour From Ocho Rios: $60
- Blue Hole Waterfalls + Bamboo River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios: $109
- Dunn's River Falls Party Cruise, Blue Hole with Snorkeling, free beverages: $165
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Tubing Combo Tour from Ocho Rios: $140
- Private Dunn's River and Blue hole tour from Ocho Rios : $110
- Private Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios : $60
- Shopping Tour From Runaway Bay Hotels : $75
- 1 Hour Private Rafting Experience in Jamaica: $65
- ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
- ATV Guided Tour To Blue Hole & Spanish Bridge In Ocho Rios: $270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPorto €19Ocho Rios €6.32
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Porto and Ocho Rios, we can see that Porto is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Porto is in Europe and Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Porto Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Porto or Ocho Rios?
Porto has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Porto and Ocho Rios, 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 Ocho Rios?
Porto has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ocho Rios experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Porto or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Porto 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 Porto this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Porto is generally cooler than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Porto average around 21°C (69°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Porto. Porto usually receives more sunshine than Ocho Rios during summer. Porto gets 308 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Porto usually receives less rain than Ocho Rios. Porto gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPorto 21°C (69°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Porto or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
Both Ocho Rios and Porto during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Porto for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
Porto is much colder than Ocho Rios in the autumn. The daily temperature in Porto averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Porto often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Porto gets 184 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun.
Ocho Rios gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Porto. Porto usually gets less rain in October than Ocho Rios. Porto gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPorto 17°C (62°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Porto or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Porto and Ocho Rios. Many visitors come to Porto in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the winter, Porto is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the winter temperatures in Porto in January average around 10°C (50°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. Porto usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during winter. Porto gets 124 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
Porto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Porto usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Porto gets 171 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPorto 10°C (50°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Porto or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Porto as well as Ocho Rios. Most visitors come to Porto for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
In April, Porto is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Porto average around 14°C (56°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Porto this time of the year. In the spring, Porto often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Porto gets 217 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun.
Porto receives a lot of rain in the spring. Porto usually gets more rain in April than Ocho Rios. Porto gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPorto 14°C (56°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios 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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