Which place is cheaper, Banff or Duck Key?
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 Duck Key or Banff?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
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 Duck Key and Banff can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Duck Key or Banff?
Duck Key
If you are thirsty for the taste of tropical splendor, Duck Key, Florida will surely quench your desires. Located in Monroe County, Florida, right beside its neighbor Conch Key, Duck Key stands. The community is chock full of everyone's favorite seaside activities, including fishing, jetskiing, scuba diving, canoeing, and kayaking. Though a quaint town, Duck Key attracts tourists from all over due to its quiet beaches and friendly locals. Whether you are looking to meet and greet with the dolphins or simply lie upon the sandy white beaches as the fire orange sun sets before you, Duck Key is truly a sweet and small subtropical diversion.
Banff
Nestled in the pristine and gorgeous mountains of the Alberta Rockies is the popular town of Banff. This town sits right in Canada's Banff National Park and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.
While the surrounding nature may give the impression of a quiet, little town, Banff is typically crowded with tourists. The beauty of this area is irresistible for travelers from all over the world. This may not be the place for solitude or even an authentic, country experience, you'll still find an unforgettable vacation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from San Francisco, The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada, and The Best Camping Tours in Canada.
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Duck Key Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayDuck Key $175Banff $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Duck Key is $175, while the average daily cost in Banff is $105. 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 Duck Key and Banff in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personDuck Key $56Banff $38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomDuck Key $112Banff $76
Compare Hotels in Duck Key and Banff
Looking for a hotel in Duck Key or Banff? 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: Banff Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Duck Key $69Banff $5.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Banff
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Banff:
- Canmore/Banff to Calgary Airport (YYC) Private Transfer: $172
- Calgary Airport to Banff - Private Transfer: $839
- Banff to Calgary YYC Airport (Private Transfer with Tesla): $286
- Banff Canmore to Calgary YYC Airport Transfer: $216
- All-Inclusive Private Banff Tour with Hotel Transfer: $796
Is it cheaper to fly into Duck Key or Banff?
Prices for flights to both Banff and Duck Key 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 dayDuck Key $77Banff $49
Typical Food Prices in Banff
Some typical examples of dining costs in Banff are as follows:
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Tea House Lunch for Two$33
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Hostel Breakfast$27
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McDonalds$4.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Banff
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Banff.
- Morning Glory ~ Banff's 'Breakfast Bits' Food Tour: $66
- Sips & Sweets - Canadian Evening Food Tour: $69
- Bites and Sites of Canmore Walking Food Tour: $77
- Banff's Winter Wonderland Food Tour: $85
- A Taste of Banff Food Tour: $87
- Banff Food Tour: Eat the Castle: $151
- Winter Tour with Dinner & Nightrise at Banff Gondola: $166
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Duck Key $30Banff $12
Typical Entertainment Prices in Banff
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Banff are as follows:
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Hot Springs$5.31
Tours and Activities in Banff
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Banff are as follows:
- 2 Day Banff Lake Louise Johnston Canyon Gondola Cave Basin tour: $139
- 2 Hour Banff Horseback Riding Adventure: $157
- 2-Day Private Tour: Banff Lake Louise Columbia Icefield Tour: $1,218
- 25-Minute Helicopter Adventure in Three Sisters Canmore: $248
- 4-Hour Lake Louise Tour from Banff and Canmore: $99
- Athabasca Falls/Abraham,Sunwapta Falls,Icefield & Peyto Lake Tour: $117
- Banff - Lake Louise Moraine Lake and Icefields Parkway Tour: $151
- Banff 2-day: Lake Louise, Moraine Lake, Johnston Canyon tour: $78
- Banff : Day Tour : Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Peyto Lake: $215
- Banff : Lake Louise, Moraine, Emerald & Johnston Canyon tour: $51
- Banff Cave & Hot Springs Audio Walking Tour (Not a Ticket): $9.99
- Banff Evening Wildlife/ Scenic Tour – Lakes, Hoodoos & Bow Falls: $43
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayDuck Key $7.99Banff $9.33
Sample the Local Flavors in Banff
Also in Banff, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Park Distillery Tour with Craft Spirits Tasting: $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Duck Key and Banff, we can see that Duck Key is more expensive. And not only is Banff much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Banff would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Banff 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 Duck Key would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Duck Key than you might in Banff.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Duck Key Expensive? and Is Banff Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Duck Key or Banff?
Banff has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Duck Key. When comparing the sizes of Duck Key and Banff, 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.