A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fairfield vs. Kamloops for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fairfield or Kamloops?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fairfield and Kamloops 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: Fairfield or Kamloops?

Fairfield

The city of Fairfield is in Solano County, California, in the Sacramento Valley area. It's a medium sized city that is home to the Travis Air Force Base. It's also halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento along Interstate 80. There are a handful of interesting activities in the area. Consider visiting either the Grizzly Island Wildlife Area or the Hill Slough Wildlife Area both of which have hiking, fishing, birdwatching, and boating opportunities. You can also take a tour of the Jelly Belly Factory which is in town, or tour the Anheuser-Busch Brewery which includes two complimentary beers and a limitless supply of pretzels. On Thursdays you can take a guided tour of the Travis Air Force Base. If you're interested in visited a working ranch, Rush Ranch is open to the public and can be a fun experience with an opportunity to visit with the animals.

Kamloops

In British Columbia, Canada, Kamloops is perhaps most famous for the large number of tournaments it hosts, everything from the Strauss Canada Cup of Curling, to the World Fly Fishing Championships. It also hosts Skate Canada, Tim Horton's Olympic Qualifying Bike Race, and the World Junior Hockey Championships among others. The city is in the south central part of the province and it sits near the confluence of the two branches of the Thompson River near Kamloops Lake. The city has a population of about 85,000 and it's the largest community in the Thompson-Nicola Regional District.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United States of America, The Best Wildlife Tours to United States of America, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fairfield and Kamloops, we can see that Fairfield is more expensive. And not only is Kamloops much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kamloops would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kamloops 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 Fairfield would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fairfield than you might in Kamloops.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fairfield Expensive? and Is Kamloops Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Fairfield or Kamloops?

Fairfield has a larger population, and is about 54% larger than the population of Kamloops. When comparing the sizes of Fairfield and Kamloops, 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 Fairfield or Kamloops?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Fairfield or Kamloops in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Fairfield and Kamloops. Furthermore, the hiking and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kamloops this time of year.

In the summer, Fairfield is around the same temperature as Kamloops. Typically, the summer temperatures in Fairfield in July average around 73°F (23°C), and Kamloops averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In July, Fairfield usually receives less rain than Kamloops. Fairfield gets 0 inches (1 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Fairfield or Kamloops in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Fairfield as well as Kamloops. Additionally, many travelers come to Kamloops for the hiking trails and the shopping scene.

In October, Fairfield is generally much warmer than Kamloops. Daily temperatures in Fairfield average around 62°F (17°C), and Kamloops fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

Fairfield usually gets more rain in October than Kamloops. Fairfield gets 1.1 inches (27 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Fairfield or Kamloops in the Winter?

Both Kamloops and Fairfield are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Kamloops in the winter for the skiing, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Kamloops can get quite cold in the winter. Fairfield is much warmer than Kamloops in the winter. The daily temperature in Fairfield averages around 46°F (8°C) in January, and Kamloops fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).

In January, Fairfield usually receives more rain than Kamloops. Fairfield gets 3.8 inches (97 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Fairfield or Kamloops in the Spring?

Both Kamloops and Fairfield during the spring are popular places to visit.

In the spring, Fairfield is a little warmer than Kamloops. Typically, the spring temperatures in Fairfield in April average around 56°F (13°C), and Kamloops averages at about 12°C (53°F).

Fairfield usually gets more rain in April than Kamloops. Fairfield gets 1.3 inches (32 mm) of rain, while Kamloops receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Kamloops and Fairfield