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

Should you visit Sonoma or Avon?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Sonoma and Avon 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: Sonoma or Avon?

Sonoma

When people say Sonoma, they are often referring to the region's wine country, but in fact, Sonoma is a county, a valley, and a town. The county covers 1,768 square miles and is more spread out than nearby Napa. There are more than 30 cities and towns in the county and 425 wineries with tasting rooms. The county also borders the Pacific Ocean, and the beautiful 55 mile stretch of coastline is rugged and dramatic.

Avon

Avon is a small town of about 7,000 people that's just a couple miles from the famous Beaver Creek Ski Resort. Avon is down the mountain from Beaver Creek and sits along I-70. It has a high concentration of hotels and condos that are a bit more affordable than the options found in Beaver Creek and nearby Vail. Avon also has one of the nicest hotels in the area, Westin Riverfront. This hotel offers a true resort experience with a large number of amenities and comforts for guests.

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Which place is cheaper, Avon or Sonoma?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Sonoma is $219, while the average daily cost in Avon is $277. 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 Sonoma and Avon in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Sonoma $93
    Avon $177
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Sonoma $186
    Avon $354
Compare Hotels in Sonoma and Avon

Looking for a hotel in Sonoma or Avon? 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.

Hotels in Sonoma


Hotels in Avon


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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: Sonoma Hotel Prices and Avon Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Sonoma $134
    Avon $41

Is it cheaper to fly into Sonoma or Avon?

Prices for flights to both Avon and Sonoma 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Sonoma $56
    Avon $67

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Sonoma $16
    Avon $48

Tours and Activities in Sonoma

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sonoma.

  • Sonoma Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour & Game: $49
  • Sonoma Valley: Wine Trolley Tasting Tour with Lunch: $125
  • Sonoma Valley: Guided Winery Tour with Picnic Lunch: $126
  • Create your own wine blend experience: $140
  • From Napa Valley Classic Sidecar Tour to 3 Wineries: $300

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Sonoma $41
    Avon $38

Sample the Local Flavors in Sonoma

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sonoma:

  • San Francisco: Half-Day Wine Tour with 2 Tastings Included: $189
  • Sonoma Food & Wine Tour: $235


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

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


Which is Bigger, Sonoma or Avon?

Sonoma has a larger population, and is about 39% larger than the population of Avon. When comparing the sizes of Sonoma and Avon, 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.