Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Salvador or Ocho Rios?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Ocho Rios, 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: Salvador or Ocho Rios?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
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 Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $44Ocho Rios $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $44, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is $77. 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 Salvador and Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $24Ocho Rios $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $48Ocho Rios $104
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Salvador 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: Salvador Hotel Prices and Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $6.02Ocho Rios $7.60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Transfer Salvador to Barra Grande Round Trip: $300
- Ivan Bahia, Private Transfer Salvador BA to Lençois (Chapada Diamantina): $300
- Transfers between Salvador and Barra Grande Maraú: $285
- Costa de Sauipe Transfer - Private Executive Van: $160
- Transfer Grand Palladium - Private Executive Van: $150
- Private Transfer to/from Salvador Airport to/from Praia do Forte: $140
- Transfer in Salvador: $140
- Private Transfer from Salvador Airport: $136
- Private Transfer to/from Sauipe Resort By Minivan one way: $130
- Shared Transfer Salvador / Morro de São Paulo / Salvador: $130
- Transfer: Salvador to/from Boipeba Island: $128
- One-Way Private Transfer to Boipeba Island: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer to Ocho Rios Hotels (Round-Trip): $110
- Private Airport Transfer to Bahia Principe Grand Hotel : $100
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Transfer: $80
- 11. Ocho Rios Hotels&Resorts Airport Private Fun-Transfer to/from Sangster Intl : $60
- AirBnB Roundtrip Shuttle / One Way MBJ Airport Transfers: $25
- Airport Transfer Roundtrip Jamaica MBJ: $29
- Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay Hotels (MBJ): $56
- Airport transfers to Hotel, Guest houses or Villas in St.Ann, Ochi Rios Jamaica: $110
- Bahia Principe Grand Jamaica Private Airport transfer : $61
- Convenient Airport Transfer To Riu Hotel Ocho Rios : $80
- Couples Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $300
- From Scenic Guided Horseback Ride with Transfer: $195
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios and Salvador 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 daySalvador $13Ocho Rios $17
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- 7-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $75
- Private Cooking Experience with local in Salvador: $130
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $132
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $140
- Baiana Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $152
- Bahia By Night: Dinner and Folkloric show: $195
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:
- From Flavors of Jamaica Guided Food Tour: $89
- Taste of Jamaica Farm & Food Tour: $98
- Private Hillside Cooking Class Jamaican Style with Pickup : $104
- Ocho Ros: Hillside Cooking Class, Jamaican Style: $130
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour: $140
- The Jamaica School of Cooking and Ocho Rios Highlights Tour: $141
- Ocho Rios Sunset Catamaran Cruise with Dinner: $218
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.67Ocho Rios $15
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela: $150
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian: $60
- Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador": $102
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Bike Rentals and Bike Tours: $142
- Cachoeira Countryside Flavor Private Tour from Salvador: $160
- Candomblé Cerimony Tour: $61
- Candomble Religion Mysteries Private Tour in Salvador: $80
- City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil - En: $140
- Cruise Ship Special Private Tour Salvador da Bahia Historic Old Town Bonfim and Barra: $152
- Culinary Traditions Tour: $180
- Easy Diving - Lord Beach Snorkeling - Leaving Forte Beach by Emytour: $33
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$11
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens$5.47
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Tour of Prospect Plantation$18
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Blue Hole Admission Fee Ticket: $25
- Private Sightseeing Tour in Ocho Rios : $30
- Private Blue Hole and Shopping Tour from Ocho Rios: $30
- Private Blue hole Tour from Ocho Rios : $40
- Ocho Rios Sightseeing and Taxi from Runaway Bay & Ocho Rios: $40
- Blue Hole Private Tour from Ocho Rios with Pickup: $40
- Private Guided Tour To Yaaman Adventures Safari jungle park: $40
- Blue Hole And Konoko Falls Combo Tour From Ocho Rios & Runaway Bay!: $43
- Private Konoko Falls and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios : $45
- Half-Day Blue Hole and Secret Falls Tour from Runaway Bay: $46
- Blue Hole Tour from Ocho Rios: $49
- Dunn's River Falls and Blue Hole Private Tour from Ocho Rios: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.38Ocho Rios $7.71
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.37
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Drinks$2.74
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Ocho Rios, we can see that Ocho Rios is more expensive. And not only is Salvador much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salvador is in South America 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 Salvador would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salvador 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 Ocho Rios would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ocho Rios than you might in Salvador.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salvador Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Ocho Rios?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 290 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Salvador 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 Salvador or Ocho Rios?
Salvador 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 Salvador or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Salvador during the summer are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
Salvador is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios in the summer. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 29°C (83°F)in July.
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Salvador. In the summer, Salvador often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Riosin July. Salvador gets 246 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually gets more rain in January than Ocho Riosin July. Salvador gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySalvador 27°C (81°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Salvador and Ocho Rios. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Salvador is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Salvador in April average around 26°C (80°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 28°C (82°F)in October.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. Salvador usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during autumn. Salvador gets 190 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Ocho Rios receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Salvador usually receives more rain than Ocho Riosin October. Salvador gets 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSalvador 26°C (80°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Salvador as well as Ocho Rios. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
In July, Salvador is generally around the same temperature as Ocho Riosin January. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 24°C (75°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. In the winter, Salvador often gets less sunshine than Ocho Riosin January. Salvador gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun.
Salvador receives a lot of rain in the winter. Salvador usually gets more rain in July than Ocho Riosin January. Salvador gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySalvador 24°C (75°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
Both Ocho Rios and Salvador are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Salvador is around the same temperature as Ocho Rios in the spring. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 26°C (78°F) in October, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (80°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during spring. Salvador gets 228 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Salvador. In October, Salvador usually receives more rain than Ocho Riosin April. Salvador gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSalvador 26°C (78°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios and Salvador
| Salvador | Ocho Rios | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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