Which place is cheaper, Port-au-Prince or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo or Port-au-Prince?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Tokyo or Port-au-Prince? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Tokyo or Port-au-Prince?
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Tokyo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTokyo $179Port-au-Prince $31
The average daily cost (per person) in Tokyo is $179, while the average daily cost in Port-au-Prince is $31. 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 Tokyo and Port-au-Prince in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTokyo $75Port-au-Prince $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTokyo $150Port-au-Prince $44
Compare Hotels in Tokyo and Port-au-Prince
Looking for a hotel in Tokyo or Port-au-Prince? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tokyo $17Port-au-Prince $4.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- (HND) Haneda Airport Private Transfer to Central Tokyo: $95
- Accessible Haneda Airport Transfer with English-speaking Driver: $160
- Airport Shuttle Arrival Transfer : from Haneda Airport to Tokyo City: $61
- Airport Transfer: Haneda Airport and Tokyo 23 wards: $135
- Airport Transfer: Tokyo City to Narita Airport NRT by Luxury Van: $282
- Center Tokyo Private One Way Transfer To Haneda Airport: $108
- Center Tokyo Private One Way Transfer To Narita Airport (License): $135
- Departure Transfer from Tokyo City to Haneda Airport HND by van: $180
- Departure Transfer: Tokyo to Narita Airport NRT by Sedan Car: $264
- Disney/Universal Studio/Harry Potter Warner Bros Transfer One way: $124
- HND Airport Private Transfer to/from Tokyo City Center: $45
- Haneda Airport (HND) Private Transfer to Central Tokyo: $101
Is it cheaper to fly into Tokyo or Port-au-Prince?
Prices for flights to both Port-au-Prince and Tokyo 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 dayTokyo $63Port-au-Prince $6.48
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.08
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.08
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Meal at Airport$6.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $19
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $22
- Tsukiji Market Culture and Food Tour with 40-Year Resident: $25
- Shinjuku: 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Giant Sushi Cooking Class: Make a 1.5m Sushi Roll in Tokyo: $42
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class: $47
- Matcha Making Tokyo Number One Cooking Class: $50
- Tokyo Cute Bento: Character Lunchbox Art Cooking Class: $51
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tokyo $67Port-au-Prince $0.77
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Tokyo Shinjuku Night Walking Tour Golden Gai And Local Culture: $0.40
- Sacred Meiji Jingu: Walking Tour with a Live Shinto Ritual: $2.00
- Shibuya Walking Tour: Crossing, Hidden Streets & Local Culture: $2.50
- Tsukiji Fish Market Morning Tour Most Fresh Tuna Fish: $3.20
- Old Tokyo Vibes: Asakusa Temples & Street Food Adventure: $4.50
- Experience Japan’s Beloved Morning Exercise – Radio Taiso”!: $5.13
- Tokyo Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- Nihonbashi ultime Edo local Tour: $6.41
- Shinjuku Kabukicho Night Walking Tour: $6.41
- Tokyo Walking Tour 2h15 and 19 audio reviews: $6.73
- Cross Roppongi Karaoke Nightclub Ticket (For Foreign): $6.76
- Tokyo Fuji Art Museum Admission Ticket + Special Exhibition (when being held): $7.79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTokyo $32Port-au-Prince $0.20
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.81
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $32
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $35
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $90
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Mt. Fuji & Hakushu Distillery Whisky Museum Bus Tour from Tokyo: $101
- Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-: $101
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $103
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $108
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo: $120
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tokyo and Port-au-Prince, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Port-au-Prince much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tokyo is in Asia and Port-au-Prince 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 Port-au-Prince would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port-au-Prince 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo than you might in Port-au-Prince.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tokyo Expensive? and Is Port-au-Prince Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tokyo or Port-au-Prince?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Port-au-Prince. When comparing the sizes of Tokyo and Port-au-Prince, 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.
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.