Which place is cheaper, Sedona or Dayton?
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 Dayton or Sedona?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Dayton or Sedona, 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: Dayton or Sedona?
Dayton
Located in southwest Ohio, Dayton is known as the "Gem City." It's the original home of Orville and Wilbur Wright, the brothers who designed the first airplane. You'll also find the Dayton Aviation Heritage Park here, which is one of the only multi-site National Parks in the United States. The cities climate has four different seasons, winter, spring, summer and fall. The winter months are quite cold and you can expect a decent amount of snow in the area. Spring remains cool and there are infrequent showers. This is also the peak time for tornadoes in the area. Summer is hot and humid and can be unpleasant at times, but fall is crisp and refreshing with occasional storms and infrequent tornadoes.
Sedona
Sedona, Arizona is a desert town near Flagstaff. Sedona has many canyons and pine forests, but the most stunningly, beautiful landscape here is the many red rock limestone formations that can be found almost everywhere. The stone formations always have a deep red color, and this color only intensifies in the light of the sun. Sedona has been named one of the most beautiful places in America because of its mesmerizing scenery that changes hourly with the shifting of light. Native Americans have always regarded Sedona as a place of healing and renewal, and that continues to be true as they still value this land as sacred. Sedona is surrounded by 1.8 million acres of national forest land, and no matter where you are in Sedona you are never far from breathtaking scenery.
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Dayton Prices
USA PricesSedona Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDayton $368Sedona $200
The average daily cost (per person) in Dayton is $368, while the average daily cost in Sedona is $200. 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 Dayton and Sedona in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDayton $250Sedona $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDayton $500Sedona $186
Compare Hotels in Dayton and Sedona
Looking for a hotel in Dayton or Sedona? 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: Dayton Hotel Prices and Sedona Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Dayton $25Sedona $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Dayton or Sedona?
Prices for flights to both Sedona and Dayton 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 dayDayton $105Sedona $83
Typical Food Prices in Dayton
Some typical examples of dining costs in Dayton are as follows:
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Noodle Company Lunch (for 2)$17
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Indian Food Dinner (for 2)$34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The VIP Experience, Chuck Wagon Dinner and Show Tickets: $135
- Sedona/Flagstaff: Grand Canyon Day Trip with Dinner & Sunset: $252
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Dayton -Sedona $19
Tours and Activities in Dayton
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Dayton are as follows:
- Daytona Beach: Guided Kayaking or Standup Paddling Tour: $65
- Daytona Beach: Paddle Pub Experience: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sedona
For Sedona, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Red Rock Fantasy Light Show (for 2)$10
Tours and Activities in Sedona
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sedona.
- Sedona & Red Rock State Park Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour: $15
- Sedona, Arizona Self-Guided Audio Tour: $16
- Grand Canyon and Sedona Self-Guided Driving Tour Bundle: $22
- Jerome Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
- Sedona Boynton Canyon Trolley Tour: $26
- From Boynton Canyon Trolley Tour: $28
- Out of Africa Wildlife Park Admission Ticket: $43
- Main Street Ghost Adventure: Walking Tour in Jerome with Ghost Hunting Equipment: $45
- Cemetery Ghost Adventure Cottonwood, Az: $45
- Sedona Hi-Points Luxury Van Tour: $46
- Hi-Points Van Tour: $50
- Sedona Sightseeing Tour: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDayton -Sedona $13
Sample the Local Flavors in Dayton
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Dayton:
- Dive Bar Bus Crawl: $50
Sample the Local Flavors in Sedona
Also in Sedona, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bliss - Sedona’s Most Luxurious Wine Tour - Lunch Included!: $115
- Experience E-Bike with Wine Tasting Activity: $126
- Wine Tasting With A Touch of Sedona Magic: $159
- Sedona-Jerome Scenic Vortex, Wine Tasting Grand Tour. See It All!: $199
- 4 Hours Private Wine Tour in Sedona: $205
- Grape Train Escape: Wine Tasting and Verde Canyon Railroad Adventure: $208
- Voted Best in Sedona-Cheapest Private Wine Tour in town!: $210
- The Classic Sedona Wine Tour: $219
- Voted Best in Sedona-Private Wine Tour of Vortex, Wine & Shopping: $225
- Private Wine Tour in Sedona, Arizona: $250
- Private Wine Tour, Voted best in town, Tastings Included!: $285
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Dayton and Sedona, we can see that Dayton is more expensive. And not only is Sedona much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sedona would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sedona 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 Dayton would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Dayton than you might in Sedona.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Dayton Expensive? and Is Sedona Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Dayton or Sedona?
Dayton has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Sedona. When comparing the sizes of Dayton and Sedona, 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.