Which place is cheaper, Vancouver 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 Vancouver?
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 Vancouver. 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 Vancouver?
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.
Vancouver
Vancouver is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city in Western Canada. It is also the largest city in British Columbia, and is dramatically positioned between the coast and mountains. It's a very international city, with a high level of energy and countless activites that you can enjoy while you're in town. In addition to offering all of the activities and entertainment of a modern city, it is also in jumping off distance to any number of outdoor activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGrand Cayman $242Vancouver $165
The average daily cost (per person) in Grand Cayman is $242, while the average daily cost in Vancouver is $165. 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 Vancouver in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGrand Cayman $149Vancouver $87
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGrand Cayman $298Vancouver $174
Compare Hotels in Grand Cayman and Vancouver
Looking for a hotel in Grand Cayman or Vancouver? 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 Vancouver Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Grand Cayman $31Vancouver $15
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 Vancouver
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vancouver are as follows:
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SkyTrain from Airport$6.35
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Taxi from Airport to Downtown$21
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15 min Taxi Ride$8.71
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SkyTrain DayPass$6.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vancouver
Also for Vancouver, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yvr arrival private transfer to Vancouver hotels cruise ships : $156
- White Rock to Vancouver Airport (YVR) - Departure Private Transfer: $108
- Whistler: Vancouver YVR Airport to Whistler Private Transfer: $118
- YVR Airport Transfer to Squamish: $411
- YVR Airport Transfer to Fraser Valley: $618
- Transfer Downtown - Canada Place Cruise Terminal: $136
- Private Transfer to Whistler with Sightseeing: $538
- Private Transfer to Whistler: $462
- Private Transfer to Ferry Terminal: $172
- Private Transfer - Canada Place Cruise Terminal: $72
- Private Airport Transfer to/from YVR Airport: $45
- North Shore Mountains Snowshoeing with Transfer: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Grand Cayman or Vancouver?
Prices for flights to both Vancouver 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 $67Vancouver $54
Typical Food Prices in Vancouver
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Vancouver:
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All You Can Eat Sushi Lunch$8.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vancouver
For Vancouver, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Vancouver Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $75
- Mt Pleasant Food Tour from Vancouver: $82
- A Wok Around Food Tour of the Granville Island Public Market: $83
- Experience Gastown Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $96
- Food Tours Gastown & Downtown with 6+ tastings: $98
- Experience Gastown Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $99
- Vancouver Local Taste Trail Food Tour: $100
- Gastown Historic Walking Food Tour: $115
- Granville Island Market VIP Walking Food Tour : $115
- Hidden Vancouver Tour with Dinner: $118
- Private Granville Island Vancouver's Elite Walking Food Tour: $132
- Vancouver Chinatown Tour and Dumpling-Making Cooking Class : $135
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Grand Cayman $41Vancouver $36
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
Tours and Activities in Vancouver
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Vancouver.
- 2 Hours Private Tour of City of Vancouver: $147
- Cruise Ship Terminal to Vancouver Airport Private Transport: $150
- Guided Bike /E-bike Tour in Whistler From Vancouver: $218
- Half-day Hike and Bike Tour in Vancouver: $129
- Spirit Of Vancouver Bike or Ebike Tour: $100
- Vancouver 1-Day city tour: $98
- Victoria 1-Day Tour From Vancouver: $190
- Whistler Discovery and Waterfalls Small Group Tour: : $196
- 1 day Whistler Tour from Vancouver Experience (chn&eng): $88
- 2 Hours Private Tour of Stanley Park Vancouver: $132
- 3 Days of Adventure in Vancouver – Activities-Only Tour: $1,650
- 3 Hours Private Tour of City of Vancouver: $221
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGrand Cayman $13Vancouver $16
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 Vancouver
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Vancouver:
- Vancouver British Columbia Bar Crawl: $15
- Gastown Pub Crawl: $22
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Neighbourhood Walking Tour: $65
- 3.5-Hour Craft Brewery Tour: $86
- Vancouver Craft Brewery Tour: $89
- Vancouver Behind-the-Scenes Brewery Tour: $92
- North Vancouver Elite Walking Brewery Tour: $95
- Vancouver Wine Tour (Fraser Valley): $122
- From Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Local Tastings: $129
- From Half-Day Fraser Valley Wine Tour: $135
- Fraser Valley Wine Tour with Tastings: $161
- Stawamus Chief Hike and Local Brewery Tasting: $169
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Grand Cayman and Vancouver, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Vancouver much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Grand Cayman is in Caribbean Islands and Vancouver 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 Vancouver would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vancouver 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Vancouver.
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 Vancouver Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Grand Cayman or Vancouver?
Vancouver has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Grand Cayman and Vancouver, 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 Vancouver?
Vancouver 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 Vancouver in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Grand Cayman and Vancouver. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round. Furthermore, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Vancouver this time of year.
In the summer, Grand Cayman is much warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the summer temperatures in Grand Cayman in July average around 28°C (83°F), and Vancouver averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Grand Cayman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Grand Cayman usually receives more rain than Vancouver. Grand Cayman gets 179 mm (7 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGrand Cayman 28°C (83°F)Vancouver 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Vancouver in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Grand Cayman as well as Vancouver. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Vancouver for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Grand Cayman is generally much warmer than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Grand Cayman average around 27°C (81°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Vancouver. Grand Cayman receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Grand Cayman usually gets more rain in October than Vancouver. Grand Cayman gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGrand Cayman 27°C (81°F)Vancouver 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Vancouver in the Winter?
Both Vancouver and Grand Cayman are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Vancouver in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Vancouver can get quite cold in the winter. Grand Cayman is much warmer than Vancouver in the winter. The daily temperature in Grand Cayman averages around 24°C (76°F) in January, and Vancouver fluctuates around 4°C (40°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vancouver. In January, Grand Cayman usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Grand Cayman gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGrand Cayman 24°C (76°F)Vancouver 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Grand Cayman or Vancouver in the Spring?
Both Vancouver and Grand Cayman during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Vancouver for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In the spring, Grand Cayman is much warmer than Vancouver. Typically, the spring temperatures in Grand Cayman in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Vancouver averages at about 9°C (49°F).
Vancouver gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Grand Cayman usually gets less rain in April than Vancouver. Grand Cayman gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGrand Cayman 26°C (79°F)Vancouver 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Vancouver 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) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |
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.