A Travel Price Comparison for United States of America Sarasota vs. Fairfield for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Sarasota or Fairfield?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Sarasota and Fairfield. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.

Where Should I go: Sarasota or Fairfield?

Sarasota

Located on the Gulf Coast of southwest Florida, Sarasota is a popular city known for its thriving arts scene, selection of restaurants, plenty of shopping, and beautiful beaches. The metropolitan area is a hub of city culture, while the beaches offer escapes of fine white sand and aqua waters.

Fairfield

The city of Fairfield is in Solano County, California, in the Sacramento Valley area. It's a medium sized city that is home to the Travis Air Force Base. It's also halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento along Interstate 80. There are a handful of interesting activities in the area. Consider visiting either the Grizzly Island Wildlife Area or the Hill Slough Wildlife Area both of which have hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and boating opportunities. You can also take a tour of the Jelly Belly Factory which is in town, or tour the Anheuser-Busch Brewery which includes two complimentary beers and a limitless supply of pretzels. On Thursdays you can take a guided tour of the Travis Air Force Base. If you're interested in visited a working ranch, Rush Ranch is open to the public and can be a fun experience with an opportunity to visit with the animals.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Anchorage, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sarasota and Fairfield, we can see that Sarasota is more expensive. And not only is Fairfield much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fairfield would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fairfield 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 Sarasota would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarasota than you might in Fairfield.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sarasota Expensive? and Is Fairfield Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Sarasota or Fairfield?

Fairfield has a larger population, and is about 98% larger than the population of Sarasota. When comparing the sizes of Sarasota and Fairfield, 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 Sarasota or Fairfield?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Sarasota or Fairfield in the Summer?

Both Fairfield and Sarasota are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Sarasota for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Sarasota is generally a little warmer than Fairfield. Daily temperatures in Sarasota average around 82°F (28°C), and Fairfield fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).

It's quite sunny in Fairfield. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Sarasota. Sarasota usually receives less sunshine than Fairfield during summer. Sarasota gets 265 hours of sunny skies, while Fairfield receives 439 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Sarasota. In July, Sarasota usually receives more rain than Fairfield. Sarasota gets 8.4 inches (214 mm) of rain, while Fairfield receives 0 inches (1 mm) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Sarasota or Fairfield in the Autumn?

Both Fairfield and Sarasota during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Sarasota because of the shopping scene.

Sarasota is a little warmer than Fairfield in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sarasota averages around 76°F (24°C) in October, and Fairfield fluctuates around 62°F (17°C).

In Fairfield, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Sarasota. In the autumn, Sarasota often gets less sunshine than Fairfield. Sarasota gets 234 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fairfield receives 300 hours of full sun.

Sarasota usually gets more rain in October than Fairfield. Sarasota gets 2.6 inches (65 mm) of rain, while Fairfield receives 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain this time of the year. Keep in mind that June to November is the hurricane season in Sarasota.

Should I visit Sarasota or Fairfield in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Sarasota and Fairfield. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Sarasota this time of year.

In the winter, Sarasota is much warmer than Fairfield. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sarasota in January average around 59°F (15°C), and Fairfield averages at about 46°F (8°C).

In Sarasota, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sarasota usually receives more sunshine than Fairfield during winter. Sarasota gets 200 hours of sunny skies, while Fairfield receives 149 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Sarasota usually receives less rain than Fairfield. Sarasota gets 2.3 inches (59 mm) of rain, while Fairfield receives 3.8 inches (97 mm) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Sarasota or Fairfield in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Sarasota as well as Fairfield. Many travelers come to Sarasota for the beaches.

In April, Sarasota is generally much warmer than Fairfield. Daily temperatures in Sarasota average around 73°F (23°C), and Fairfield fluctuates around 56°F (13°C).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fairfield. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sarasota this time of the year. In the spring, Sarasota often gets less sunshine than Fairfield. Sarasota gets 299 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Fairfield receives 328 hours of full sun.

Sarasota usually gets more rain in April than Fairfield. Sarasota gets 2.1 inches (53 mm) of rain, while Fairfield receives 1.3 inches (32 mm) of rain this time of the year. Also, June to November in Sarasota is the hurricane season.

Typical Weather for Fairfield and Sarasota