Which place is cheaper, Flagstaff or Berkshires?
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 Berkshires or Flagstaff?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Berkshires and Flagstaff can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Berkshires or Flagstaff?
Berkshires
The Berkshires are a popular highland destination in the western part of Massachusetts and northwest Connecticut. The region has scenic landscape, hiking, lakes, recreational opportunities and other outdoor experiences. The Berkshires also has an impressive cultural scene with music, arts, museums, and live theaters.
The Berkshires can be a bit expensive to visit if you stay at a luxury resort and take advantage of the award winning restaurants in the area. Alternatively, the experience can be equally rewarding by camping, picnicking, and spending your time hiking and enjoying the beautiful natural setting.
Flagstaff
Located in northern Arizona near the San Francisco Peaks mountain range, Flagstaff is a small city surrounded by natural beauty. The city's proximity to a number of popular tourist sights, including Grand Canyon National Park, Oak Creek Canyon, the Arizona Snowbowl, Meteor Crater, and Historic Route 66, make it a common destination for tourists. It lies at an elevation of almost 7,000 feet with nearby areas climbing higher. In large part because of its altitude, the city has a cooler climate than the southern part of Arizona, which is famous for its low lying desert.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in United States of America, The Best Adventure Tours to United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.
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Berkshires Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerkshires $297Flagstaff $207
The average daily cost (per person) in Berkshires is $297, while the average daily cost in Flagstaff is $207. 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 Berkshires and Flagstaff in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerkshires $141Flagstaff $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerkshires $282Flagstaff $172
Compare Hotels in Berkshires and Flagstaff
Looking for a hotel in Berkshires or Flagstaff? 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: Berkshires Hotel Prices and Flagstaff Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berkshires $47Flagstaff $37
Is it cheaper to fly into Berkshires or Flagstaff?
Prices for flights to both Flagstaff and Berkshires 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 dayBerkshires $126Flagstaff $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berkshires $25Flagstaff $28
Tours and Activities in Flagstaff
Here are a few actual costs in Flagstaff for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Flagstaff's Famous Ghosts Smartphone Guided Walking Tour : $7.75
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Flagstaff AZ: $15
- Grand Canyon South Rim Full-Day Self-Guided Tour: $17
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour of Sedona: $17
- Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Grand Canyon South Rim: $20
- Forbidden Frights of Flagstaff Ghost Tour: $24
- Downtown Flagstaff Haunted History Walking Tour: $28
- Mountain Town of Madness, Adults Only Tour: $28
- Southside Flagstaff Haunted History, True Crime & Ghost Tour: $28
- Downtown Flagstaff Haunted History Tour: $28
- Family-Friendly Ghost Walking Tour in Flagstaff: $30
- Family Friendly Haunted Walking Tour: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerkshires $31Flagstaff $29
Sample the Local Flavors in Flagstaff
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Flagstaff:
- Spirits With The Spirits, Haunted Pub Crawl: $50
- Spirits With The Spirits, Haunted Pub Crawl Of Downtown Flagstaff: $60
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berkshires and Flagstaff, we can see that Berkshires is more expensive. And not only is Flagstaff much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Flagstaff would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flagstaff 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 Berkshires would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berkshires than you might in Flagstaff.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berkshires Expensive? and Is Flagstaff Expensive?.
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.