Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Rabat?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rabat or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rabat and Kingston can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Rabat or Kingston?
Rabat
While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.
Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRabat $43Kingston $107
The average daily cost (per person) in Rabat is $43, while the average daily cost in Kingston is $107. 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 Rabat and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRabat $27Kingston $63
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRabat $54Kingston $126
Compare Hotels in Rabat and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Rabat 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: Rabat Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rabat $2.10Kingston $29
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:
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Taxi to Sale$3.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat
Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer From Rabat To Fez: $110
- From Rabat : Private Transfer to Fes via Meknes & volubilis : $154
- One-Way Transfer from Rabat to Fez via meknes & volubilis : $198
- Private Transfer From Rabat Airport to Rabat City: $32
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Bouznika: $88
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to El Jadida: $263
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Fes: $274
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Kenitra: $110
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Larache: $256
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Meknes: $197
- Private Transfer from Rabat (RBA) Airport to Temara: $66
- Private Transfer from Rabat City to Rabat (RBA) Airport: $44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- From Montego Bay Airport (MBJ): Private Transfer to Kingston: $388
- Tropical Off-Road ATV Tour with Lunch and Transfer: $280
- Norman Manley Airport Private Round-trip Transfer to Kingston : $255
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport (KIN) To & From Sandals South Coast : $240
- Private Airport Transfer Sangster Airport to Kingston: $230
- NMIA & Kingston transfer to Negril: $225
- Kingston Private Airport Transfer to Accommodation in Montego Bay: $215
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Riu Ocho Rios: $200
- Kingston Airport to & From Sandals Ocho Rios Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport to Jewel Grande Montego Bay: $187
- Kingston : Private Airport Transfer to Montego Bay: $168
- Kingston Private Airport Transfer : $161
Is it cheaper to fly into Rabat or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Rabat 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 dayRabat $12Kingston $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat
For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Small Group Cooking Classes with Tour of Rabat : $45
- Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $49
- Cooking Class in a Family Home: $66
- Walking Food Tour: $76
- Rabat Food Tour in the Old Town: $76
- Rabat Food Tour Like a Local: $76
- Rabat Family Cooking Class: $76
- Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class in Rabat with a Local Family: $110
- Private Market Tour and Authentic Moroccan Cooking Lesson with a Rabat Local: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rabat $2.83Kingston $13
Tours and Activities in Rabat
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.
- SUP Adventure Rabat (kayaking, stand up paddle , boating) VIP: $15
- Rabat old Medina ,Hassan Tower and Kasbah Oudaya Walking tour : $40
- Private Cultural Walking Tour of Rabat with Licensed Tour Guide: $43
- Rabat tour ;Small Group Guided Walking tour in the City of Light: $44
- Private Boat Tour of the Bouregreg River, a Traditional Boat: $45
- Private Walking Guided Cultural Stroll with Licensed Tour Expert: $53
- Private Boat Guided Tour in Rabat: $60
- Private Guided City Walking Tour: $62
- 4WD adventure Todra Gorge to Dades Valley - Aventures Verticales Maroc: $63
- Private Guided Boat Tour in Rabat: $70
- Best of Rabat Tour (half-day): $78
- Private Boat Exploration Tour In Rabat: $83
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Dunn's River Falls Party Cruise, Blue Hole with Snorkeling, free beverages: $174
- 4x4 Jeep Safari & Blue Hole Adventure from Ocho Rios: $158
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $85
- Blue Hole and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $99
- Blue Mountain Bicycle Tour from Kingston: $231
- Blue Mountain Bicycle Tour from Runaway Bay: $142
- Blue Mountains Coffee Private Tour from Kingston: $180
- Bob Marley Museum Tour Skip the Line Tickets: $45
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston: $83
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Runaway Bay: $258
- Bob Marley Museum and Devon House Kingston Day Tour: $368
- Bob Marley Museum and Devon House Kingston Day Tour: $318
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRabat -Kingston $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $185
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rabat and Kingston, we can see that Kingston is more expensive. And not only is Rabat much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Rabat is in Africa 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 Rabat would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Rabat 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 Kingston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kingston than you might in Rabat.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rabat Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rabat or Kingston?
Rabat has a larger population, and is about 77% larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Rabat 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 Rabat or Kingston?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Rabat or Kingston in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Rabat as well as Kingston. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
Rabat usually gets less rain in July than Kingston. Rabat gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In the summer, Rabat often gets more sunshine than Kingston. Rabat gets 315 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun.
In the summer, Rabat is cooler than Kingston. Typically, the summer temperatures in Rabat in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Kingston averages at about 29°C (83°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRabat 23°C (73°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Rabat are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In October, Rabat usually receives less rain than Kingston. Rabat gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
It's quite sunny in Kingston. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rabat. Rabat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston during autumn. Rabat gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Rabat is generally cooler than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Rabat average around 20°C (67°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRabat 20°C (67°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Kingston in the Winter?
Both Kingston and Rabat during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
Rabat usually gets more rain in January than Kingston. Rabat gets 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Rabat often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Rabat gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun.
Rabat is much colder than Kingston in the winter. The daily temperature in Rabat averages around 13°C (56°F) in January, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRabat 13°C (56°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Rabat or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rabat and Kingston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Rabat usually receives more rain than Kingston. Rabat gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. Rabat usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston during spring. Rabat gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In the spring, Rabat is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the spring temperatures in Rabat in April average around 16°C (60°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (80°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRabat 16°C (60°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Rabat
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (56°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 18°C (64°F) | 25 mm (1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (67°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (62°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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