Which place is cheaper, Los Angeles or Grand Cayman?
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 Grand Cayman or Los Angeles?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Grand Cayman and Los Angeles. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Grand Cayman or Los Angeles?
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
Los Angeles
Los Angeles, California is probably one of the most well known cities in the United States. It is the second most populated metro area in the country with more than 17 million people. The city's diversity is wide reaching, giving it a character that is unique from any other place in the country. LA has many world famous sights and neighborhoods including Hollywood, Beverly Hills, Rodeo Drive, and Santa Monica, but there is really so much more to this city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrand Cayman $242Los Angeles $300
The average daily cost (per person) in Grand Cayman is $242, while the average daily cost in Los Angeles is $300. 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 Grand Cayman and Los Angeles in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrand Cayman $149Los Angeles $138
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrand Cayman $298Los Angeles $276
Compare Hotels in Grand Cayman and Los Angeles
Looking for a hotel in Grand Cayman or Los Angeles? 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: Grand Cayman Hotel Prices and Los Angeles Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grand Cayman $31Los Angeles $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Airport to morritts: $180
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $103
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Los Angeles
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Los Angeles:
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Hotel Parking for a Day$22
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Taxi to Airport$55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Los Angeles
Also for Los Angeles, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- World Cruise Center to Long Beach Airport(LGB)-Departure Transfer: $141
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Los Angeles HTL-APT (LAX): $141
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Los Angeles APT-HTL (LAX): $96
- Transfer from Los Angeles City Center to LA Airport (LAX): $71
- Shared Airport Arrival Transfer: LAX International Airport to Anaheim, Buena Park or Garden Grove: $68
- SANTA ANA to Palm Springs Airport (PSP) - Departure Private Transfer: $246
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Los Angeles Airport (LAX): $127
- Private Transfers between LAX Airport and Los Angeles: $542
- Private Transfer: San Pedro Cruise Center & Los Angeles Hotels: $73
- Private Transfer: LAX Airport to Anaheim Resort Area by SUV: $239
- Private Transfer: LAX Airport and Universal Studio Hollywood: $129
- Private Transfer in Beverly Hills: $168
Is it cheaper to fly into Grand Cayman or Los Angeles?
Prices for flights to both Los Angeles and Grand Cayman 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 dayGrand Cayman $67Los Angeles $104
Typical Food Prices in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Mexican Dinner (family of 4)$32
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Burritos for Two$15
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Coffee and Danish$7.70
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Silver Lake Food Tour with Comedian Foodie Guide!: $59
- West LA Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour with Tastings: $65
- Santa Monica Delicious Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour: $70
- Downtown Food Tour: $89
- Downtown Los Angeles Food Tour: $89
- The Immigrant & Historic Businesses of Silver Lake Food Tour: $89
- 3-Hour Secret Food Tour of Venice Beach: $94
- Marina Del Rey: Romantic Cruise, Dinner Charcuterie or Sushi: $99
- Venice Beach Food Tour: $99
- Venice Beach LA Food Tour: $99
- Marina Del Rey: Christmas Day Buffet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $101
- Hollywood Night Tour with Dinner & Comedy Show: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grand Cayman $41Los Angeles $84
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- StingrayCity ,Coral Garden & Starfish Tour. : $69
- 2 Stop Reef Snorkel and Glass Bottom Boat Adventure: $35
- 3 Stop Boat Tour Stingray City Coral Gardens and Starfish Point: $65
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $79
- Cayman 2 in 1 Combo Tour Stingray City Reef Snorkel Adventure: $77
- Cayman 3 in 1 Combo Adventure Stingray City Reef Snorkeling: $104
- Cayman Adventure Stingrays Starfish plus Crystal Caves : $89
- Cayman Bioluminescent Bay Night Tour: $144
- Cayman Combo Tour: Starfish Point, Stingray City & Coral Gardens: $119
- Cayman Crystal Caves Tour in Grand Cayman: $143
- Cayman's Classic Food Tasting & Cultural Experience: $179
- CaymanVisitor Hide & Seek GeoTour Self-Drive Tour: $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Los Angeles
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Los Angeles's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Santa Monica Pier Rides (family of 4)$37
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Bowling$13
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Hollywood Tour for Two$30
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Six Flags for 2$96
Tours and Activities in Los Angeles
For Los Angeles, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Los Angeles Private Tour: $249
- The Ultimate Coastal Tour: $249
- #1 Luxury Hollywood Sightseeing Trolley Bus Tour: $65
- 1Hr Hollywood AI powered driving tour: $45
- 2 Hour Celebrity Homes Tour: $166
- 2-Hour Shared Celebrities Home Tours in Hollywood: $24
- 2-Hour Venice Beach Art and History Walking Tour: $39
- 2.5Hr Beverly Hills Sign & Mulholland Dr AI powered driving tour: $95
- 20 Min Ferrari tour in Hollywood (Drive or Be driven): $99
- 20 Min Lamborghini tour in Hollywood (Drive or be driven): $139
- 2Hr Hollywood Sign Tour AI powered driving tour: $75
- 3-hour Hollywood Chills Tour - Celebrity Scandals and Cemeteries : $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrand Cayman $13Los Angeles $15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer$4.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
- Cayman Art and Wine Tour: $150
Sample the Local Flavors in Los Angeles
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Los Angeles:
- LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- LA Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $36
- Drag Bar Crawl with Drink in Los Angeles : $39
- LA : Drag Highlights - Bar Crawl & Show – Drinks Included!: $50
- 2 Hours Party Bike Pub Crawl Tour in Glendale California: $55
- Malibu: Vintage VW Sightseeing Tour and Wine Tasting: $195
- Wine Tour at Fess Parker Winery by Helicopter: $4,299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grand Cayman and Los Angeles, we can see that Los Angeles is more expensive. And not only is Grand Cayman much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands and Los Angeles is in North America, 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 Grand Cayman would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Grand Cayman 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 Los Angeles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Los Angeles than you might in Grand Cayman.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Grand Cayman Expensive? and Is Los Angeles Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Grand Cayman or Los Angeles?
Los Angeles has a larger population, and is about 130 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Grand Cayman and Los Angeles, 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 Grand Cayman or Los Angeles?
Los Angeles has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Los Angeles in the Summer?
Both Los Angeles and Grand Cayman are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year. Also, the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Los Angeles this time of year.
Grand Cayman is a little warmer than Los Angeles in the summer. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 28°C (83°F) in July, and Los Angeles fluctuates around 72°F (22°C).
It's quite rainy in Grand Cayman. In July, Grand Cayman usually receives more rain than Los Angeles. Grand Cayman gets 179 mm (7 in) of rain, while Los Angeles receives 0 inches (0 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrand Cayman 28°C (83°F)Los Angeles 72°F (22°C)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Los Angeles in the Autumn?
Both Los Angeles and Grand Cayman during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many travelers come to Los Angeles for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Grand Cayman is much warmer than Los Angeles. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Grand Cayman in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Los Angeles averages at about 64°F (18°C).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Grand Cayman. Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in October than Los Angeles. Grand Cayman gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Los Angeles receives 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrand Cayman 27°C (81°F)Los Angeles 64°F (18°C)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Los Angeles in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand Cayman and Los Angeles. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Los Angeles in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine.
In January, Grand Cayman is generally much warmer than Los Angeles. Daily temperatures in Grand Cayman average around 24°C (76°F), and Los Angeles fluctuates around 55°F (13°C).
In January, Grand Cayman usually receives less rain than Los Angeles. Grand Cayman gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Los Angeles receives 3.1 inches (79 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrand Cayman 24°C (76°F)Los Angeles 55°F (13°C)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Los Angeles in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Grand Cayman as well as Los Angeles. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Los Angeles for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months.
Grand Cayman is much warmer than Los Angeles in the spring. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 26°C (79°F) in April, and Los Angeles fluctuates around 61°F (16°C).
Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in April than Los Angeles. Grand Cayman gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Los Angeles receives 1 inches (25 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrand Cayman 26°C (79°F)Los Angeles 61°F (16°C)
Typical Weather for Los Angeles and Grand Cayman
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 3 inches (76 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 61°F (16°C) | 1 inches (25 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 0.4 inches (10 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 66°F (19°C) | 0.1 inches (3 mm) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 0 inches (0 mm) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 0 inches (0 mm) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) | 70°F (21°C) | 0.2 inches (5 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.2 inches (31 mm) |
| Dec | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 2.6 inches (66 mm) |
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