Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Tartu?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Tartu or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Tartu and Kingston 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: Tartu or Kingston?
Tartu
Tartu is a university town that is also the second largest city in Estonia. It has a population of about 100,000 and dates back to 1030, making it the oldest city in the country. The Emajogi River passes through town and it has a lovely old town that's pleasant to explore. The city is a great place to see day to day life in Estonia. It is a very real town with people going about their daily lives. If you find yourself here when the weather is nice, you'll be greeted by crowds of happy locals out enjoying the weather. They make full use of the warm, sunny weather with festivals, events, and concerts during the summer. This is easily the most fun and eventful time to visit the city.
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Estonia, and The Best Budget Tours to Estonia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTartu €132Kingston €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Tartu is €132, while the average daily cost in Kingston is €105. 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 Tartu and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTartu €47Kingston €53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTartu €94Kingston €106
Compare Hotels in Tartu and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Tartu or Kingston? 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: Tartu Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tartu €27Kingston €24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Montego Bay: 5-Day Jamaica Tour with Meals and Transfers: $2,200
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Negril: $749
- Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Montego Bay: $479
- Tropical Off-Road ATV Tour with Lunch and Transfer: $369
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $261
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Port Antonio Hotel Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $235
- Kingston Round Trip Airport Transfers to Ocho Rios : $230
- NMIA & Kingston transfer to Negril: $225
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to and from Hotels in Montego Bay: $173
Is it cheaper to fly into Tartu or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Tartu 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 dayTartu €65Kingston €38
Typical Food Prices in Tartu
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tartu:
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Danishes€0.76
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Lunch for Two€4.93
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Ice Cream€1.27
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Cookies€0.51
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Coffee & Cake€3.47
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tartu €16Kingston €10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tartu
For Tartu, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Art Museum ticket€0.95
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Movie Ticket€3.47
Tours and Activities in Tartu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tartu.
- Around Viljandi bike tour: $30
- TARTU COUNTRY: SLED DOG TOUR AND KENNEL VISIT: $141
- Charming Viljandi Private Walking Tour for Couples: $260
- Magical Tartu Romantic Private Walking Tour: $751
- Dazzling Tartu City Cultural Private Walking Tour: $751
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Ocho Rios: $232
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Blue Mountain Tour: A Half-Day Escape from Kingston: $1,011
- Blue Mountains Coffee Private Tour from Kingston: $180
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $134
- City Tour of Kingston Including Entry Fees: $105
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Devon House City Tour Combo: $85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTartu €16Kingston €9.09
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tartu and Kingston, we can see that Tartu is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tartu is in Europe and Kingston 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Tartu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tartu than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tartu Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tartu or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Tartu. When comparing the sizes of Tartu and Kingston, 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 Tartu or Kingston?
Tartu has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tartu or Kingston in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tartu as well as Kingston. Most visitors come to Tartu for the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
Tartu is much colder than Kingston in the summer. The daily temperature in Tartu averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tartu this time of the year. In the summer, Tartu often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston. Tartu gets 265 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun.
Tartu usually gets more rain in July than Kingston. Tartu gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTartu 17°C (62°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Tartu or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Tartu are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Tartu because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Tartu is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tartu in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Kingston averages at about 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Tartu usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during autumn. Tartu gets 86 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In October, Tartu usually receives less rain than Kingston. Tartu gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTartu 6°C (43°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Tartu or Kingston in the Winter?
Both Kingston and Tartu during the winter are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Tartu this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
It's quite cold in Tartu in the winter. In January, Tartu is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Tartu average around -7°C (19°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Tartu often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Tartu gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun.
Tartu usually gets more rain in January than Kingston. Tartu gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTartu -7°C (19°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Tartu or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tartu and Kingston. Many travelers come to Tartu for the natural beauty. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tartu. Tartu is much colder than Kingston in the spring. The daily temperature in Tartu averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Tartu usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during spring. Tartu gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Tartu usually receives more rain than Kingston. Tartu gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTartu 5°C (41°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Tartu
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -7°C (19°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (20°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 11°C (53°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.