Which place is cheaper, Calgary or Sydney?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sydney or Calgary, 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.
Sydney, known as the harbour city, is the most famous and frequently visited city in Australia. It is at the economical and cultural heart of the country, and is one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world. It's situated on the water with stunning views of the famous harbour throughout the city. It's most famous landmarks include the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is also very close wonderful beaches, parks, and nature.
Calgary is the largest city in Alberta and, located at the edge of the prairie and foothills, it is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. If you're headed to Banff or Jasper, this is likely to be your first stop. It's also Canada's fourth largest city and worth a few days visit. Calgary's economy is diverse, but includes energy, financial services, film and television, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and much more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Australia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Canada.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Sydney is $278, while the average daily cost in Calgary is $156. 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 Sydney and Calgary in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Sydney:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sydney:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Calgary:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sydney:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sydney.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Calgary:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Calgary.
Here are a few typical costs in Sydney for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Sydney for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few typical costs in Calgary for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Calgary for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Sydney:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sydney:
Also in Calgary, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sydney and Calgary, we can see that Sydney is more expensive. And not only is Calgary much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sydney is in Pacific and Calgary 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 Calgary would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Calgary 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 Sydney would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sydney than you might in Calgary.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sydney Expensive? and Is Calgary Expensive?.
Sydney has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Calgary. When comparing the sizes of Sydney and Calgary, 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.