Which place is cheaper, Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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.
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
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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 Ottawa is $122. 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 Ottawa in more detail.
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Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Ottawa 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.
For Ottawa, 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 Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
When comparing the travel costs between Veracruz and Ottawa, we can see that Ottawa is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in North America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Veracruz Expensive? and Is Ottawa Expensive?.
Ottawa has a larger population, and is about 43% larger than the population of Veracruz. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz and Ottawa, 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.
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 Ottawa.
In the summer, Veracruz is a little warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Veracruz in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Ottawa averages at about 21°C (71°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ottawa this time of the year. In Veracruz, it's very sunny this time of the year. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Ottawa during summer. Veracruz gets 208 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 268 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 Ottawa. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Ottawa.
In October, Veracruz is generally much warmer than Ottawa. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 26°C (79°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In the autumn, Veracruz often gets more sunshine than Ottawa. Veracruz gets 188 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 116 hours of full sun.
Veracruz receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Veracruz usually gets more rain in October than Ottawa. Veracruz gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Ottawa and Veracruz are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Ottawa. Veracruz is much warmer than Ottawa in the winter. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 21°C (71°F) in January, and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Veracruz usually receives more sunshine than Ottawa during winter. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 93 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Ottawa. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Ottawa and Veracruz during the spring are popular places to visit.
In the spring, Veracruz is much warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Veracruz in April average around 26°C (78°F), and Ottawa averages at about 6°C (44°F).
It's quite sunny in Veracruz. In the spring, Veracruz often gets more sunshine than Ottawa. Veracruz gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 180 hours of full sun.
Veracruz usually gets less rain in April than Ottawa. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Veracruz | Ottawa | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |