Which place is cheaper, Montego Bay or Saaremaa?
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 Saaremaa or Montego Bay?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Saaremaa or Montego Bay, 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: Saaremaa or Montego Bay?
Saaremaa
Saaremaa is the largest island in Estonia and it has a unique and rural atmosphere that makes it an interesting place to visit. Saaremaa has remained rural and frozen in time due to its isolated location, particularly during Soviet occupation when it was used as a military base. The island still has working windmills, hand placed stone walls, and old stone churches that feel like you've stepped back in time.
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySaaremaa €128Montego Bay €217
The average daily cost (per person) in Saaremaa is €128, while the average daily cost in Montego Bay is €217. 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 Saaremaa and Montego Bay in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSaaremaa €36Montego Bay €85
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSaaremaa €72Montego Bay €170
Compare Hotels in Saaremaa and Montego Bay
Looking for a hotel in Saaremaa or Montego Bay? 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: Montego Bay Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Saaremaa €47Montego Bay €12
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Saaremaa
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Saaremaa:
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Rental Car and Gas for a Day€34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Kingston: One Way Private Transfer to Montego Bay Airport: $319
- Private Airport Transfers To and From Kingston (KIN) Airport: $200
- Horseback Ride/Swim and Blue Hole Falls Daytrip with Transfers: $190
- Green Grato Caves and Dunns River Falls with Private Transfer : $180
- Riu Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $169
- Private Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting Tour with Private Transfer: $135
- Club Mobay VIP Lounge Access and Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $113
- Private Transfer to Dunns River Blue Hole Tubing from Montego Bay: $110
- Private Transfer to Dunn's River Falls and Blue Hole: $110
- Experience Jamaica Private Tour with Airport Transfer: $100
- Airport Transfer Service In Montego bay: $95
- Sandals South Coast Airport Transfer: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Saaremaa or Montego Bay?
Prices for flights to both Montego Bay and Saaremaa 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 daySaaremaa €63Montego Bay €119
Typical Food Prices in Saaremaa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Saaremaa:
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Salmon€1.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $10
- 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica : $130
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $150
- Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations : $158
- PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Saaremaa €21Montego Bay €26
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach€2.24
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Snorkeling Trip€16
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One Tank Dive€31
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride€36
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Black River Day Adventure Tour: $92
- Dunn’s River Secret falls with Horse-back&Bamboo Raft Experience: $125
- Falmouth Mystic from Montego Bay Luminous Lagoon Night Tour: $90
- Luminous Lagoon Glow in the Dark Boat Tour from Montego Bay: $65
- Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $118
- Private Dolphin Cove Adventure : $250
- 1 Hour Horse Back Riding & Dunn's River Falls Tour Combo: $240
- 3 Hours Private Highlights Tour & Shopping in Montego Bay Jamaica: $100
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Montego Bay From Falmouth: $75
- 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
- ATV Adventure and Rick's Cafe Tour with Transportation: $238
- ATV Jungle Safari Tour from Montego Bay: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySaaremaa €11Montego Bay €11
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Saaremaa and Montego Bay, we can see that Montego Bay is more expensive. And not only is Saaremaa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Saaremaa is in Europe and Montego Bay 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 Saaremaa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Saaremaa 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 Montego Bay would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montego Bay than you might in Saaremaa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Saaremaa Expensive? and Is Montego Bay Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Saaremaa or Montego Bay?
Montego Bay has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Saaremaa. When comparing the sizes of Saaremaa and Montego Bay, 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 Saaremaa or Montego Bay?
Saaremaa has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Saaremaa or Montego Bay in the Summer?
Both Montego Bay and Saaremaa during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Saaremaa this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
In July, Saaremaa is generally much colder than Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Saaremaa average around 17°C (62°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Montego Bay, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Saaremaa. In the summer, Saaremaa often gets more sunshine than Montego Bay. Saaremaa gets 302 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 257 hours of full sun.
Saaremaa usually gets less rain in July than Montego Bay. Saaremaa gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySaaremaa 17°C (62°F)Montego Bay 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Saaremaa or Montego Bay in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Saaremaa and Montego Bay. Many travelers come to Saaremaa for the small town atmosphere and the natural beauty of the area. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Saaremaa is much colder than Montego Bay in the autumn. The daily temperature in Saaremaa averages around 8°C (47°F) in October, and Montego Bay fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montego Bay this time of the year. Saaremaa usually receives less sunshine than Montego Bay during autumn. Saaremaa gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 233 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Montego Bay receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Saaremaa usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Saaremaa gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSaaremaa 8°C (47°F)Montego Bay 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Saaremaa or Montego Bay in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Saaremaa as well as Montego Bay. Many visitors come to Saaremaa in the winter for the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year.
Saaremaa can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Saaremaa is much colder than Montego Bay. Typically, the winter temperatures in Saaremaa in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Montego Bay averages at about 24°C (75°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. In the winter, Saaremaa often gets less sunshine than Montego Bay. Saaremaa gets 33 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montego Bay receives 226 hours of full sun.
Saaremaa usually gets less rain in January than Montego Bay. Saaremaa gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySaaremaa -3°C (27°F)Montego Bay 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Saaremaa or Montego Bay in the Spring?
Both Montego Bay and Saaremaa are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Saaremaa for the beaches, the small town charm, and the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Saaremaa can be very cold during spring. In April, Saaremaa is generally much colder than Montego Bay. Daily temperatures in Saaremaa average around 4°C (38°F), and Montego Bay fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Montego Bay. Saaremaa usually receives less sunshine than Montego Bay during spring. Saaremaa gets 196 hours of sunny skies, while Montego Bay receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Saaremaa usually receives less rain than Montego Bay. Saaremaa gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Montego Bay receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSaaremaa 4°C (38°F)Montego Bay 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Montego Bay and Saaremaa
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (26°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (38°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| May | 9°C (48°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (39°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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