Which place is cheaper, Oaxaca de Juarez or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Veracruz or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
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 Oaxaca de Juarez can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Veracruz
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.
Oaxaca de Juarez
Officially known as Oaxaca de Juarez, Oaxaca is the capital and largest city in the Mexican state of Oaxaca. It's a beautiful colonial city in the foothills of the Sierra Madre. The city has beautiful architecture and a variety of festivals as well as a tree lined square called El Zocalo. Oaxaca's economy is heavily dependent on tourism and it is a wonderful place to see Mexican art and handicrafts. There are many artists and artisans in Oaxaca and the contemporary art scene is on the rise. The artists combine the area's rich indigenous culture and tradition with a modern twist. While you're in the area you should definitely make a point of experiencing the area's wonderful museums, interesting architecture, charming hotels and unique twist on Mexican cuisine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Mexico, and The Best Historical Tours in Mexico.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $122Oaxaca de Juarez $46
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, while the average daily cost in Oaxaca de Juarez is $46. 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 Oaxaca de Juarez in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $54Oaxaca de Juarez $20
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $108Oaxaca de Juarez $40
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Oaxaca de Juarez
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz or Oaxaca de Juarez? 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices and Oaxaca de Juarez Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $28Oaxaca de Juarez $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $32
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $28
- Airport Transfer: $25
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Arrival Private Transfer: $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oaxaca de Juarez
Also for Oaxaca de Juarez, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Oaxaca: Private Transfer to Huatulco: $421
- From Oaxaca: Transfer to Puerto Escondido: $415
- Oaxaca: Santiago Apoala Waterfall Day Trip with Transfers: $306
- Xoxocotlan Airport: Private Transfer to Oaxaca City: $91
- Oaxaca Xoxocotlan Airport (OAX) to Oaxaca hotels -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Oaxaca Airport OAX to Oaxaca Hotels Round Trip Private Transfer: $72
- Round private transfer Airport to hotel in Oaxaca: $60
- Oaxaca International Airport - Private Transfer From/ to Oaxaca City: $56
- Oaxaca: Private transfer from Oaxaca airport to hotel: $54
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Oaxaca Airport to Hotels: $46
- Oaxaca Hotels to Oaxaca Airport OAX Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Roundtrip Private/Shared Airport Transfer: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Prices for flights to both Oaxaca de Juarez and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $50Oaxaca de Juarez $14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oaxaca de Juarez
For Oaxaca de Juarez, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oaxacan Dinner on Agronomic Biodiversity: $49
- Oaxaca: Night Street Food Tour with Transfers and Tastings: $54
- Oaxaca: Vegetarian Cooking Class: $72
- Oaxacan Vegetarian Cooking Class: $73
- Flavors of Oaxaca: Cooking Class with No Set Menu and Local Market Tour: $77
- Mexican Cooking Classes in Oaxacan : $83
- AUTHENTIC OAXACA FOOD TOUR, eat like a local.: $89
- Cooking classes from the Isthmus with a Tehuana: $92
- Food tour to the Tlacolula Market: $92
- Oaxaca: Day of the Dead Evening Walking Tour with Dinner: $94
- Nixtamal Cooking Class & Tour To The San Agustin Center of Arts: $99
- Vegetarian Traditional Mexican Cooking Class: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $15Oaxaca de Juarez $13
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz: $103
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $25
- Adventure through the Chachalacas Beach and Dunes from Veracruz: $124
- Alvarado And Tlacotalpan Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $112
- Antigua and Zempoala Tour from Veracruz: $86
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $27
- Bird Watching Adventure in La Mancha Ecological Reserve: $137
- Catemaco And Los Tuxtlas Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $112
- City Tour en Veracruz y Acuario: $100
- From Veracruz or Boca del río: Coffee Tour in Coatepec: $99
- From Alvarado, Tlacotalpan and Agustín Lara Tour: $103
- From Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour: $103
Tours and Activities in Oaxaca de Juarez
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Oaxaca de Juarez.
- Full Day Waterfall Adventure in Sierra Madre Mountains of Oaxaca: $80
- Romantic tour in Oaxaca: $158
- 5 Hours Guided Day of The Dead Evening Walking Tour in Oaxaca: $94
- 6-Hour Bike Tour from Oaxaca to the Tule Tree: $80
- Amazing Monte Alban and City tour Private Tour: $200
- Amazing experience in the mountain of San Jose del Pacifico: $80
- Ancestral Carnival Tour 2025: $199
- Ancestral Mezcal Experience + ceramics + Alebrijes + Market: $199
- Art Workshops and Chocolate Shops Tour: $62
- Artisanal Mezcal Culture Tour for Tasting and History: $99
- Bicycle Tour through Oaxaca learning about its Urban Art and History: $20
- Bike tour to the Tule Tree and the Gastronomic Market: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $17Oaxaca de Juarez $15
Sample the Local Flavors in Oaxaca de Juarez
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oaxaca de Juarez:
- Hierve el Agua, Tule Tree, Mitla and Mezcal Distillery Tour: $45
- Only Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery tour: $50
- Only Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery Tour: $50
- From Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery: $54
- Tour to Hierve el Agua and Mezcal Distillery (Small groups): $68
- Mezcal distillery guided tour: $87
- Artisanal Mezcal distillery in an authentic Zapotec village : $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Oaxaca de Juarez, we can see that Veracruz is more expensive. And not only is Oaxaca de Juarez much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Oaxaca de Juarez would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Oaxaca de Juarez 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 Veracruz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Veracruz than you might in Oaxaca de Juarez.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Oaxaca de Juarez Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Oaxaca de Juarez?
Veracruz has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Oaxaca de Juarez. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz and Oaxaca de Juarez, 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.