Should you visit Tallahassee or Honolulu?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Tallahassee and Honolulu can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Tallahassee
As the skyscrapers glow against the rose-tinged sunset, you find yourself astounded by the tropical metropolitan area of Tallahassee, Florida. Known as the capital city of the state, Tallahassee is the hub of Floridian politics and history, holding Florida State Capitol, Supreme Court of Florida, Florida Governor's Mansion, and nearly 30 state agency headquarters within its borders. To add to its importance, in 2015, Tallahassee was given the All-American City Award by the National Civic League for a second time. Despite all the city's historical and political accomplishments, Tallahasse is also known to attract a wide array of tourists looking to explore the beauty of Florida. From wild refuges to busy shopping districts to Florida State University, Tallahassee is a great place to be in Florida.
Honolulu
Hawaii's capital city of Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, is the state's center for government, finance, and transportation. It's also the home of Waikiki Beach, one of the most famous beaches in the state of Hawaii. Nearly one million people live in this Honolulu metropolitan area. This is almost 80% of the state's population. The city is not the relaxed Hawaiian destination that you might be searching for, but is instead a fast paced, cosmopolitan city. In addition to attracting many tourists every year, you'll also find international businesses, military defense and a diverse culture and population.
Which city is cheaper, Honolulu or Tallahassee?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallahassee is $125, while the average daily cost in Honolulu is $196. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Tallahassee and Honolulu in more detail.
Accommodation
Travelers usually pay around $142 for a double occupancy room in Tallahassee If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Travelers usually pay around $230 for a double occupancy room in Honolulu If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
On average, meal and food prices in Tallahassee cost around $38 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around $15.
In Honolulu travelers spend around $42 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
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Food
Meals for one day
Tallahassee $38
Honolulu $42
Typical Food prices in Honolulu
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Honolulu:
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Dinner for Two
$73
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Lapperts Hawaii Ice Cream
$5.55
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Chai's Island Bistro (for 2)
$53
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Cheeseburger Waikiki (for 2)
$34
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Matsumoto Shave Ice (for 2)
$7.50
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Hot Dog with the Fixins'
$8.30
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Sushi Dinner for Two
$73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Honolulu
For Honolulu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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After Dinner Tour along the Famous Waikiki Beach Strip:
$68
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Majestic Sunset Dinner and Cocktail Cruise with Live Entertainment:
$97
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Hawaii Food Tour - Off The Beaten Path:
$110
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Hawaiian Style Cooking Classes in Honolulu:
$125
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Da Local's Food Tour:
$130
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Three Star Deluxe Sunset Dinner & Show:
$151
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Private Hawaiian Food Tour by Bike in Oahu:
$159
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Oahu Fireworks Dinner Cruise:
$162
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4th of July Sunset Dinner and Fireworks Cruise:
$170
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Oahu Food Tour with Emmy-Winning 'Cooking Hawaiian Style' Host:
$177
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Aloha Plate Food Tour:
$177
Local Transportation
Tallahassee's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $26 per person, per day on transportation in Tallahassee.
To get around in Honolulu, the average visitor spends $21 per day, per person. This includes the costs of taxi rides and private drivers as well as public transportation, which tends to be much more affordable.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallahassee
Also for Tallahassee, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Tallahassee Transfer: Hotel to Airport:
$116
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Private Tallahassee Transfer: Airport to Hotel:
$116
Typical Local Transportation prices in Honolulu
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Honolulu are as follows:
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Rental Car for One Day
$35
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Airport Shuttle for Two
$30
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Hilton Parking
$24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Honolulu
Also for Honolulu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Pupukea:
$231
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Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to Kawela:
$231
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Private Transfer from Honolulu (HLN) Airport to North Shore:
$231
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Honolulu Airport (HNL) to Honolulu / Waikiki - Round-Trip Private Transfer:
$231
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Private Round-Trip Transfer: Honolulu International Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal:
$230
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Arrival Private Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Beach Resorts by Executive SUV:
$164
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Private Transfer: Honolulu - Waikiki to Honolulu Airport HNL by Luxury Sedan:
$164
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Private Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Honolulu - Waikiki by Luxury Sedan:
$164
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Honolulu Airport Transfer - Private Sedan:
$140
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Arrival Private Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Beach Resorts by Executive Car:
$138
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Private Honolulu Transfer: Hotel to Airport or Cruise Port:
$128
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Private Honolulu Transfer: Airport to Hotel or Cruise Port:
$128
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallahassee or Honolulu?
Prices for flights to both Honolulu and Tallahassee 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Tallahassee can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $9.71 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
In Honolulu, the costs for things to do, activities, admission tickets, and other sightseeing expenses are on average $32 per person, per day.
Tours and Activities in Tallahassee
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tallahassee.
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Guided tour "Love Stories of Tallahassee":
$498
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The Best of Tallahassee Walking Tour:
$498
Typical Entertainment prices in Honolulu
For Honolulu, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
Tours and Activities in Honolulu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Honolulu.
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"Tour de Honolulu" Foodie Bike Tour:
$129
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'Lost' and Movie Tour:
$159
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12pm Turtle Canyon Snorkel Adventure:
$87
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3A 6:00 AM Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial & Historic Downtown Honolulu City Tour:
$53
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3B 9:00 AM Pearl Harbor Arizona Memorial & Historic Downtown Honolulu City Tour:
$53
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4 Hour Half Day Island Jeep Tour:
$144
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5-Hour Private Customized Luxury Convertible Tour of Oahu's South Shore:
$355
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6 Hour Local Food Plate Jeep Tour:
$188
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6 Hour Romantic Hawaii Jeep Tour:
$213
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6 Hour Waterfall Jeep Tour:
$212
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6 Hour West Side Jeep Tour:
$213
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6-Hour Private Customized Luxury Convertible Tour of Oahu's North Shore:
$431
Alcohol
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Tallahassee, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $42.
Alcoholic beverages can often be a significant portion of a traveler's budget, and the costs can vary greatly from person to person. In Honolulu, the average amount that a visitor spends on alcoholic beverages per day is $5.18.
Sample the Local Flavors in Honolulu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Honolulu:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallahassee and Honolulu, we can see that Honolulu is more expensive. And not only is Tallahassee much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Tallahassee would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tallahassee 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 Honolulu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Honolulu than you might in Tallahassee.
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