Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Kingston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Kingston. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Kingston?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Kingston €100
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Kingston is €100. 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 Vilnius and Kingston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Kingston €59
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Kingston €118
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Kingston
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Kingston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Kingston €27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
- From Druskininkai & Grutas Park Tour with Transfer: $517
- Private Transfer: Vilnius to Klaipeda or Klaipeda to Vilnius via Trakai Castle: $241
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $645
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $215
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- All Island Private Transfer To/From Kingston Airport (KIN): $22
- MBJ Airport Transfer to/ from Hotels : $25
- Airport Transfer Norman Manley international airport: $30
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Kingston International Airport (KIN): $34
- Private Transfer to/from Kingston Airport: $42
- Kingston Airport Taxi Transfers Private ***: $47
- Airport Transfer in Kingston: $50
- Private Transfer from Kingston Airport (KIN) to Falmouth Port: $71
- Private Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport: $90
- 10. Norman Manley Intl Kingston Airport Fun-Transfer to/from Montego Bay Resorts: $125
- Kingston Airport Transfers to Runaway Bay: $127
- Private Airport Round Trip Transfer from Montego Bay Airport to Ocho Rios : $133
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Kingston?
Prices for flights to both Kingston and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Kingston €24
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Kingston €12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.46
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $12
- Vibrant Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $19
- Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius: $19
- Private Europos Parkas Tour with Entrance Ticket: $19
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $19
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking Tour with Mural Exploration: $26
- Montego Bay: All inclusive tours: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Tour Skip the Line Tickets: $45
- Cannabis Shopping Tour with Lunch: $50
- Ocho Rios Shore Excursion: Bus Tour of Ocho Rios, Fern Gully and Turtle Beach: $62
- Devon House Heritage Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $63
- Devon House Tour with Ice Cream from Kingston: $64
- Kingston Half Day Community and Art Tour: $70
- Kingston City Tour (starting in Kingston): $72
- Shared Tour: Irie Blue Hole & Secret Falls Adventure Tour from Ocho Rios: $73
- Friday Evening Kingston Harbour Cruise, Sunday Beach Cruise or Charter Our Boats: $75
- Bob Marley Museum Tour from Kingston: $81
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.38Kingston €10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
Sample the Local Flavors in Kingston
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
- Ocho Rios Pub Crawl and Sightseeing Tour from Ocho Rios: $185
When comparing the travel costs between Vilnius and Kingston, we can see that Kingston 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. Even though Vilnius is in Europe and Kingston is in Caribbean Islands, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Kingston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Kingston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Kingston?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius or Kingston in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Kingston. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Vilnius is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Kingston averages at about 29°C (83°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. In Vilnius, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Kingston. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Kingston 29°C (83°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Kingston in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Kingston. Most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In October, Vilnius is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In the autumn, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Kingston. Vilnius usually gets less rain in October than Kingston. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Kingston 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Kingston in the Winter?
Both Kingston and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. Vilnius is much colder than Kingston in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during winter. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Kingston. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Kingston 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Kingston in the Spring?
Both Kingston and Vilnius during the spring are popular places to visit. The natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
In the spring, Vilnius is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Kingston averages at about 26°C (80°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in April than Kingston. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Kingston 26°C (80°F)
Typical Weather for Kingston and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
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