Which place is cheaper, Oahu or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Veracruz and Oahu can help you decide which place is right for you.
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
Hawaii is the epitome of paradise, and at the heart of paradise is the island of O'ahu (or Oahu). While it's only the third largest of the Hawaiian islands, O'ahu, or "the gathering place," is the most populous in the state with approximately 976,000 people calling O'ahu home, many of which live in the capital city of Honolulu.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, while the average daily cost in Oahu is $333. 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 Veracruz and Oahu in more detail.
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Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Oahu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Oahu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
For Oahu, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Oahu, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Oahu, we can see that Oahu is more expensive. And not only is Veracruz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Veracruz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Veracruz 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 Oahu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oahu than you might in Veracruz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Oahu Expensive?.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Veracruz and Oahu. Also, many travelers come to Oahu for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Oahu in the summer. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Oahu fluctuates around 81°F (27°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Oahu this time of the year. In Veracruz, it's very sunny this time of the year. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Oahu during summer. Veracruz gets 208 hours of sunny skies, while Oahu receives 303 hours of full sun in the summer.
Veracruz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Veracruz usually receives more rain than Oahu. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Oahu. Also, many visitors come to Oahu in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Veracruz is around the same temperature as Oahu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Veracruz in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Oahu averages at about 80°F (26°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Oahu. In the autumn, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Oahu. Veracruz gets 188 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oahu receives 246 hours of full sun.
Veracruz receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Veracruz usually gets more rain in October than Oahu. Veracruz gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 2.1 inches (54 mm) of rain this time of the year.
Both Oahu and Veracruz are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Oahu for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Veracruz is generally around the same temperature as Oahu. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 21°C (71°F), and Oahu fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
It's quite sunny in Oahu. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Oahu during winter. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Oahu receives 212 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Oahu. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Oahu and Veracruz during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Oahu because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Oahu in the spring. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 26°C (78°F) in April, and Oahu fluctuates around 76°F (24°C).
In Oahu, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Veracruz. In the spring, Veracruz often gets less sunshine than Oahu. Veracruz gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Oahu receives 253 hours of full sun.
Veracruz usually gets less rain in April than Oahu. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Oahu receives 1.7 inches (42 mm) of rain this time of the year.
Veracruz | Oahu | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) |
May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) |
Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) |
Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |