Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Turku?
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 Turku or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Kingston, 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.
Where Should I go: Turku or Kingston?
Turku
Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland, straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle, a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub, surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum. The historic castle and cathedral point to the city's rich cultural history when it was the Finnish capital, and contemporary Turku is full of experimental art and vibrant festivals, thanks in part to its spirited university population (the country's second largest), who make Turku's nightlife young and fun. As the first city many visitors encounter arriving by ferry from Sweden and Aland, it's a splendid introduction to the Finnish mainland.
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 Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku €159Kingston €108
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is €159, while the average daily cost in Kingston is €108. 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 Turku and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku €76Kingston €54
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku €152Kingston €108
Compare Hotels in Turku and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Turku 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: Turku Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku €44Kingston €25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Turku
Also for Turku, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku (TKU) Airport to City centre: $96
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku city centre to Turku airport: $96
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 Ocho Rios: $319
- Norman Manley Airport Private Round-trip Transfer to Kingston: $273
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Montego Bay Port: $264
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Private Transfer Kingston Airport (KIN) To & From Sandals South Coast: $240
- Kingston Airport to & From Sandals Ocho Rios Transfer: $200
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Riu Ocho Rios: $200
- Kingston Airport Private Transfer to Moon Palace Jamaica Grande: $200
- Private Transfer from Kingston hotel to Falmouth Cruise Port: $198
- Montego Bay Airport(One-Way) Transfer to Kingston Hotels: $195
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Turku 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 dayTurku €56Kingston €39
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku €22Kingston €11
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Järvelä Sauna Experience in the Turku Archipelago: $19
- Experience Turku with a local guide: $283
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 Kingston: $282
- Art Walk, Bob Marley Museum Kingston City Tour: $130
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios: $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Black River Safari Tour from Kingston: $272
- Blue Mountain Craighton Estate Coffee Tasting Tour / Devon House: $155
- Bluehole, Dunn's River Falls and Port Royal all in one tour: $690
- Bob Marley City Guided Tours: $95
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum and Kingston Sightseeing from Port Royal Cruise Port: $205
- Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku €12Kingston €9.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Worthy Park Estate Rum Distillery Tour with Tasting: $144
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Kingston, we can see that Turku is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Turku 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 Turku would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Turku 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 Turku Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Turku or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Turku. When comparing the sizes of Turku 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 Turku or Kingston?
Turku 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 Turku or Kingston in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Turku as well as Kingston. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In the summer, Turku is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the summer temperatures in Turku in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Kingston averages at about 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 Turku this time of the year. In the summer, Turku often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kingston. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets more rain in July than Kingston. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 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 JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Turku or Kingston in the Autumn?
Both Kingston and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Turku is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 6°C (43°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Turku usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during autumn. Turku gets 90 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, Turku usually receives less rain than Kingston. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 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 OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Turku or Kingston in the Winter?
Both Kingston and Turku during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Turku. Turku is much colder than Kingston in the winter. The daily temperature in Turku averages around -6°C (20°F) in January, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Turku often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets more rain in January than Kingston. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 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 JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Turku or Kingston in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Kingston. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Turku can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Turku is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the spring temperatures in Turku in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (80°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. Turku usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during spring. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Turku usually receives more rain than Kingston. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 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 AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Turku
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (20°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 57 mm (2.3 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.