Which place is cheaper, Tijuana or Reykjavik?
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 Reykjavik or Tijuana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Reykjavik or Tijuana, 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: Reykjavik or Tijuana?
Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the capital and largest city in the country of Iceland. The city is where the vast majority of the country's population resides and the urban area has about 200,000 residents. The city is sprawling, with a large area covered in suburbs. The the city center is quite compact, with many interesting and colorful houses. There are a lot of things that attract tourists to this city, including an interesting culture and history as well as plenty of shopping and dining opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Iceland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Iceland, The Best Luxury Tours to Mexico, and The Best Budget Tours to Mexico.
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Reykjavik Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayReykjavik $304Tijuana $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Reykjavik is $304, while the average daily cost in Tijuana is $0.00. 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 Reykjavik and Tijuana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personReykjavik $158Tijuana -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomReykjavik $316Tijuana $0.00
Compare Hotels in Reykjavik and Tijuana
Looking for a hotel in Reykjavik or Tijuana? 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: Reykjavik Hotel Prices and Tijuana Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Reykjavik $52Tijuana -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reykjavik
Also for Reykjavik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- The Lava Tunnel Tour with Transfer from Reykjavik: $120
- Sky Lagoon Ticket with 7-Step Ritual and Transfers from Reykjavik: $188
- Sky Lagoon Private Transfer : KEF to Sky Lagoon: $117
- Skarfabakki Cruise Port to Keflavik Airport (KEF) - Departure Private Transfer: $118
- Skálafell to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) - Departure Private Transfer: $61
- Skálafell to Keflavik Airport (KEF) - Departure Private Transfer: $90
- Silver Circle Tour & Roundtrip Airport Transfer: $1,386
- Sky Lagoon Admission with Transfer: $257
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to the Blue Lagoon: $59
- Reykjaböð Hot Springs Entry & Transfer: $151
- Private Transfer within Reykjavik City: $87
- Private Transfer to/from Keflavík Airport (KEF): $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Reykjavik or Tijuana?
Prices for flights to both Tijuana and Reykjavik 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 dayReykjavik $59Tijuana -
Typical Food Prices in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner (Fish Market)$202
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbor Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $137
- Harbor Cruise with Three Course Dinner from Reykjavik: $139
- Food Tour by locals: $140
- Authentic Reykjavik Food Tour with Flea Market Delights: $146
- Icelandic Food Tour: $147
- Weekend Reykjavik Food Tour with a stop at the Reykjavik Flea Market: $147
- The Reykjavik Harbor Food Tour: $147
- 3-Hour Shared Christmas Food Tour with Guide in Reykjavik: $149
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Icelandic Classics: $154
- The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $171
- Christmas Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $171
- Reykjavík All In One Food Tour - Eat, Drink & Explore with Locals: $204
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Reykjavik $82Tijuana -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Reykjavik
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Reykjavik's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Museum$12
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Wine and Spa$33
Tours and Activities in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 1 Hour ATV Quad Tour : Pick up from Reykjavik (2 persons per ATV): $140
- 1+ hour Private Horse riding tour from Reykjavík/Mosfellsbær: $169
- 1-Hour Helicopter Tour in Iceland: The Geothermal Tour: $553
- 1-Hour Small Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar: $164
- 2-Hour Buggy Adventure Tour out off Reykjavik: $264
- 2hr ATV adventure with Pick up from Reykjavik (2 persons per ATV): $163
- 3-Hour Volcanic Springs ATV Adventure From Reykjavik: $339
- A Self-Guided Thingvellir National Park Walking Tour: $8.99
- Arctic Evening Whale Watching Experience: $99
- Aurora by Boat Reykjavik Adventure: $85
- Bonfires and Fireworks New Years Eve Tour in Reykjavik: $190
- Buggy & Golden Circle Full day adventure from Reykjavik: $309
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayReykjavik $32Tijuana -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Reykjavik
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Reykjavik are as follows:
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Beer$9.98
Sample the Local Flavors in Reykjavik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Reykjavik:
- Eimverk Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting: $48
- Flóki Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting in Reykjavík: $48
- Reykjavík Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Games: $115
- Icelandic Bar Crawl Experience: $160
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Reykjavik and Tijuana, we can see that Reykjavik is more expensive. And not only is Tijuana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Reykjavik is in Europe and Tijuana is in North America, 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 Tijuana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tijuana 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 Reykjavik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reykjavik than you might in Tijuana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Reykjavik Expensive? and Is Tijuana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Reykjavik or Tijuana?
Tijuana has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Reykjavik. When comparing the sizes of Reykjavik and Tijuana, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.