Which place is cheaper, Bonaire or Atlanta?
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 Atlanta or Bonaire?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Atlanta or Bonaire, 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: Atlanta or Bonaire?
Atlanta
Atlanta is a city rich in history but modern in its development and industry. It has a population of just under 500,000 with more than five million people living in the metropolitan area. It is also the ninth largest metropolitan area in the United States The city is rich in culture and was at the center of the civil rights movement. It is the capital of the state of Georgia, and was home to the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. It has the world's busiest airport and arguably some of the country's worst traffic, but the residents are recognized for their friendly and welcoming nature and the city is lush with green trees and wonderful parks.
Bonaire
An island municipality of the Netherlands, Bonaire resides in the Caribbean, east of Central America and north of Venezuela. It is a part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao, and is best known as a tropical vacation destination with many great dive spots, beaches, lagoons, and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAtlanta $204Bonaire $299
The average daily cost (per person) in Atlanta is $204, while the average daily cost in Bonaire is $299. 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 Atlanta and Bonaire in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAtlanta $90Bonaire $155
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAtlanta $180Bonaire $310
Compare Hotels in Atlanta and Bonaire
Looking for a hotel in Atlanta or Bonaire? 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: Atlanta Hotel Prices and Bonaire Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Atlanta $44Bonaire $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Atlanta
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Atlanta:
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MARTA Subway Ticket$4.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Atlanta
Also for Atlanta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Atlanta Airport ATL to Atlanta City: $38
- Round Trip Private Transfer from Atlanta Airport to your Hotel : $40
- Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Atlanta - Arrival Private Transfer: $56
- Private Car Transfer From Atlanta Airport to Atlanta Metro Area: $67
- Atlanta International Airport: Transfer to Atlanta City: $70
- Private One-way Transfer from Atlanta Airport to Atlanta: $83
- Hartsfield Jackson Airport (ATL) to Lithia Springs - Arrival Private Transfer: $92
- Lithia Springs to Hartsfield Jackson Airport (ATL) - Departure Private Transfer: $92
- Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lithia Springs -Arrival Private Transfer: $103
- Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Atlanta - Roundtrip Private Transfer: $112
- Private Transfer: H. J. Airport ATL to Atlanta by Business Car: $130
- Departure Transfer: Atlanta to Atlanta Airport ATL in Sedan Car: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonaire
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bonaire:
- Airport Transfer Return Included: $80
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Port to Bonaire Airport (BON): $59
- Private Transfer from Kralendijk Cruise Port to Kralendijk city : $59
- Private Transfers between Bonaire airport and any local address : $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Atlanta or Bonaire?
Prices for flights to both Bonaire and Atlanta 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 dayAtlanta $74Bonaire $101
Typical Food Prices in Atlanta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Atlanta:
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Fast Food Lunch (for 2)$15
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Lunch$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Atlanta
For Atlanta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2 Hour Historic Market Food Tour and Hands-On Biscuit Class: $65
- City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop: $69
- City Lights Night Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop: $69
- Historic Market Food Tour and Biscuit Cooking Class: $70
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Wine Bar in Atlanta: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class With a Local Chef: $75
- Atlanta : 2-Hour Gnocchi Cooking Class With Local Chef: $75
- Ponce City Market 2.5-Hour Weekend Food Tour: $99
- Walking Food Tour: $106
- Midtown Atlanta Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Southern Flavors: $109
- Savor Midtown Atlanta Walking Food Tour: $125
- Private Atlanta Cooking Class with a Fun Local Chef Naina: $139
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bonaire
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bonaire.
- Dinner at Sea: $95
- Discover the Flavors of Bonaire with the Bonaire Snack Food Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Atlanta $56Bonaire $40
Tours and Activities in Atlanta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Atlanta.
- App-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket: $22
- World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket: $25
- World of Coca-Cola General Admission Ticket: $25
- The Burning & the Bound: Grievous Ghost Tour of Atlanta: $26
- The Burning & the Bound: Grievous Ghost Tour of Atlanta: $27
- Axe Throwing Experience: $29
- Ponce City Market Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Midtown Walking Tour on Women's History: $30
- LEGO® Discovery Center Admission Ticket: $30
- Sloomoo Institute Admission Ticket: $32
- Zoo Atlanta General Admission Ticket: $34
Tours and Activities in Bonaire
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bonaire are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Kitesurfing Adventure: $265
- 4 Hours Open Air Party Bus Tour with Beach Stop in Caribbean: $39
- 4 hour Individual Island Tour for 1 to 12 persons: $180
- Aquaspace Sunset Sail and Snorkel Tour on Bonaire with Diner: $130
- Bonaire Cave Tour: Walk, Climb & Swim: $75
- Bonaire CaveTour Climb, Snorkel & Explore the Hidden Gems : $83
- Bonaire Essentials Island Tour: $49
- Bonaire Landsailing Adventures: $79
- Bonaire Shore Excursion: The Bonaire Highlights Tour: $83
- Discover Scuba Diving Experience: $164
- North & South Highlights Guided Group Tour: $100
- Private Highlights Island Tour Lunch/Snorkling incl: $185
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAtlanta $17Bonaire $33
Sample the Local Flavors in Atlanta
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Atlanta:
- Atlanta's Spirits & Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North Georgia Mountains : $115
- Full-Day Wine Country Wine Tastings From Atlanta : $130
- North Georgia Mountains Three Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour: $130
- Elijay Hike w/ Waterfall & Wine Tasting Private Tour from ATL: $230
- Georgia Vineyards Wine Tour: $2,300
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Atlanta and Bonaire, we can see that Bonaire is more expensive. And not only is Atlanta much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Atlanta is in North America and Bonaire 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 Atlanta would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Atlanta 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 Bonaire would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonaire than you might in Atlanta.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Atlanta Expensive? and Is Bonaire Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Atlanta or Bonaire?
Atlanta has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Bonaire. When comparing the sizes of Atlanta and Bonaire, 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.