Which place is cheaper, Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Ocho Rios, 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 Ocho Rios?
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.
Ocho Rios
Ocho Rios, or "Ochi" is a town located on the northeastern shore of Jamaica and is a popular hub for cruise ships. It is a great destination for tourists as it has many resorts and beautiful beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Turku Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku €159Ocho Rios €73
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is €159, while the average daily cost in Ocho Rios is €73. 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 Ocho Rios in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku €76Ocho Rios €43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku €152Ocho Rios €86
Compare Hotels in Turku and Ocho Rios
Looking for a hotel in Turku or Ocho Rios? 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 Ocho Rios Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku €44Ocho Rios €6.23
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: $80
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku city centre to Turku airport: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ocho Rios
Also for Ocho Rios, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Luxury Transfer to Sandals Dunn’s River from MBJ Airport: $300
- Grand Bahia Jamaica Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Rountrip): $300
- VIP***Private KINGSTON Airport Transfers to***OCHO RIOS**HOTELS**: $292
- Kingston Airport (KIN) to Runaway Bay Round-Trip Private Transfer: $255
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Montego Bay to Ocho Rios and Runaway Bay Hotels: $240
- Ocho Rios Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN): $240
- Kingston Airport Transfer to Runaway Bay Hotels: $200
- Luxury Ocho Rios Transfer: $180
- Private Transfer from Jamaica (MBJ) Airport to Ocho Ríos: $176
- Jewels Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $170
- Montego Bay Private Airport Transfer To and from ochi rios : $170
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Round Trip Transfers from MBJ: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Ocho Rios?
Prices for flights to both Ocho Rios 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 €56Ocho Rios €23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Flavors of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $128
- Taste of Jamaica Food Tour from Ocho Rios: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku €22Ocho Rios €13
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Experience Turku with a local guide: $287
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ocho Rios
For Ocho Rios, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Tour of Brimmer Hall Estate€8.97
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Admission to Coyaba Gardens€4.49
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Tour of Prospect Plantation€15
Tours and Activities in Ocho Rios
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ocho Rios.
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Tour from Runaway Bay: $285
- Blue Hole Tour From Ocho Rios: $60
- Blue Hole Waterfalls + Bamboo River Rafting Tour from Ocho Rios: $109
- Dunn's River Falls Party Cruise, Blue Hole with Snorkeling, free beverages: $165
- Dunn's River Falls and Ocho Rios Sightseeing with Shopping: $50
- Dunn's River Falls and Tubing Combo Tour from Ocho Rios: $140
- Private Dunn's River and Blue hole tour from Ocho Rios : $110
- Private Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios : $60
- Shopping Tour From Runaway Bay Hotels : $75
- 1 Hour Private Rafting Experience in Jamaica: $65
- ATV Adventure and Shopping from Falmouth (Minimum 4 persons): $165
- ATV Guided Tour To Blue Hole & Spanish Bridge In Ocho Rios: $270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku €12Ocho Rios €6.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Ocho Rios
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ocho Rios:
- Bar Hopping, Pub Crawl, Shopping and Sightseeing Tour Ocho Rios: $113
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Ocho Rios, we can see that Turku is more expensive. And not only is Ocho Rios much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Turku is in Europe and Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ocho Rios 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 Ocho Rios.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Turku Expensive? and Is Ocho Rios Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Turku or Ocho Rios?
Turku has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Ocho Rios. When comparing the sizes of Turku and Ocho Rios, 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 Ocho Rios?
Turku has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ocho Rios experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Turku or Ocho Rios in the Summer?
Both Ocho Rios and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Ocho Rios because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Turku is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the summer temperatures in Turku in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 29°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Ocho Rios. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Turku. Turku usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Ocho Rios during summer. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Turku usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Ocho Rios 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Turku or Ocho Rios in the Autumn?
Both Ocho Rios and Turku during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ocho Rios year-round.
In October, Turku is generally much colder than Ocho Rios. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 6°C (43°F), and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Ocho Rios, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Turku often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Turku gets 90 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 229 hours of full sun.
Ocho Rios gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Turku usually gets less rain in October than Ocho Rios. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Ocho Rios 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Turku or Ocho Rios in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Ocho Rios. Ocho Rios attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Turku. Turku is much colder than Ocho Rios in the winter. The daily temperature in Turku averages around -6°C (20°F) in January, and Ocho Rios fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ocho Rios this time of the year. Turku usually receives less sunshine than Ocho Rios during winter. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies, while Ocho Rios receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Turku usually receives more rain than Ocho Rios. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Turku or Ocho Rios in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Turku as well as Ocho Rios. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ocho Rios throughout the year.
Turku can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Turku is much colder than Ocho Rios. Typically, the spring temperatures in Turku in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Ocho Rios averages at about 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ocho Rios. In the spring, Turku often gets less sunshine than Ocho Rios. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ocho Rios receives 251 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets more rain in April than Ocho Rios. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Ocho Rios receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Ocho Rios 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Ocho Rios 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) |
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