A Travel Price Comparison for United States of America Hawaii vs. Virginia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hawaii or Virginia?

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

Should I visit Hawaii or Virginia? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Hawaii or Virginia?

Hawaii

Located towards the center of the Pacific Ocean and the northeast corner of Polynesia, Hawai'i is the 50th state of the United States of America. It is a major tourist destination for travelers from around the world and as such, its economy is very dependent on the tourist dollar. Historically, the state had strong whaling, sugar and pineapple industries, but today tourism and the military make up a significant part of the economy. The state includes many islands that spread over 1,500 miles, but there are eight main islands which have a diversity of natural beauty and interesting landscapes. The islands offer visitors many impressive features from the beautiful beaches to the lush interior. There is a lot of hiking, snorkeling and scuba diving available throughout the islands. The capital of the state is Honolulu, which is also the largest city. Both Hawaiian and English are spoken throughout.

Virginia

One of the original thirteen British colonies, Virginia is a place of rich history and varied environments. You might explore the historic settlement of Colonial Williamsburg, dive into the current culture of its major cities, or get lost in nature along the coast or in the scenic landscape of the Appalachian Mountains. There's a little something for everyone.

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Which place is cheaper, Virginia or Hawaii?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Hawaii Prices
    USA Prices
    Virginia Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Hawaii $393
    Virginia $185

The average daily cost (per person) in Hawaii is $393, while the average daily cost in Virginia is $185. 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 Hawaii and Virginia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hawaii $214
    Virginia $80
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hawaii $428
    Virginia $160
Compare Hotels in Hawaii and Virginia

Looking for a hotel in Hawaii or Virginia? 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.

Hotels in Hawaii


Hotels in Virginia


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hawaii $37
    Virginia $49

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hawaii

Also for Hawaii, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Departure Transfer from Hotels to Kona International Airport: $15
  • Arrival Transfer: Kona International Airport (KOA) to Hotels - Big Island: $15
  • Shared Arrival Transfer: Maui Airport to Hotel: $16
  • Shared Departure Transfer: Hotel to Maui Kahului Airport: $16
  • Arrival Transfer: Airport Shuttle Honolulu and Waikiki or Cruise Terminal: $18
  • Maui Kahului Airport (OGG) to Maui hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $20
  • Private Transfer from Honolulu Port to Honolulu Airport (HNL): $22
  • Private Transfer from Honolulu Port to Honolulu / Waikiki hotels: $22
  • Shared Departure Transfer from Waikiki Hotels to Honolulu Airport: $23
  • Shared Arrival Transfer: Honolulu Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal: $24
  • Shared Arrival Transfer from Honolulu Airport to Waikiki Hotels: $25
  • Honolulu / Waikiki to Honolulu Airport (HNL) - Departure Private Transfer: $25

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Virginia

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Virginia:

  • Richmond City to Richmond Airport (RIC) - Departure Private Transfer: $175
  • Richmond Airport (RIC) to Richmond city - Arrival Private Transfer: $175
  • Private transfer to or from Reston and Ronald Reagan National Airport: $230
  • Private Transfer To or From Reston and Dulles International Airport: $205
  • Private Departure Transfer to Charlottesville Airport (CHO): $50
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Charlotteville Airport (CHO): $50
  • Bamville Transportation (Private & Airport Transfers): $275
  • Airport Transfer to or from Mclean, VA and Reagan Airport(DCA): $215
  • Airport Transfer to or from Mclean, VA and Dulles Airport: $225

Is it cheaper to fly into Hawaii or Virginia?

Prices for flights to both Virginia and Hawaii 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Hawaii $128
    Virginia $60

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hawaii

For Hawaii, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Food Tour of Kaua'i: $125
  • Walking Food Tour of Hanalei, KauaŹ»i : $129
  • Waikiki Fireworks Dinner Cruise: Sail & Sparkle on Friday Nights: $129
  • Honolulu's Walking Food Tour: $129
  • Sunset Dinner Cruise in Honolulu: $140
  • From Ma'alaea Harbor: Sunset Dinner Cruise Aboard the Quicksilver: $140
  • Farm to Taco: A Farm to Table Cooking Class: $149
  • Ma'alaea Sunset Prime Rib or Fresh Island Fish Dinner Cruise : $150
  • Hawaii Off The Beaten Path Food Tour: $150
  • Da Local's Food Tour of Oahu: $150
  • Honolulu Sunset & Friday Fireworks Dinner Cruise: $151
  • Premium Sunset Dinner Cruise from Ka’anapali Beach: $154

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Virginia

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Virginia.

  • The Dairy Market Food Tour: $75
  • The Carytown Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours: $90
  • Church Hill Food Tour with Discover Richmond Tours: $90
  • Arts District Food Tour in Richmond with Discover Richmond: $90
  • Delicious Pizza & Ice Cream Tour of Richmond: $94
  • City Cruises Norfolk: Buffet Dinner Cruise : $103
  • Roanoke Ebike Food Tour: $150

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hawaii $38
    Virginia $24

Tours and Activities in Hawaii

For Hawaii, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Honolulu Downtown Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Downtown Honolulu Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Oahu Grand Circle Guided Tour: $5.00
  • Waikiki Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $5.00
  • Waikiki Surf Legends History Tour: $5.00
  • Kona Coffee Farm Tour from Tree to Tasting Room: $5.00
  • Hilo History and Legends (APP) Audio Self Guided Walking Tour: $6.50
  • Walk The Deck of The USS Arizona Virtual Reality Experience: $6.99
  • Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Haleakala: $7.99
  • Honolulu's Waikiki Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Diamond Head Official Self-Guided Narrated Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Downtown Honolulu Self Guided Walking Audio Tour: $8.99

Tours and Activities in Virginia

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Virginia are as follows:

  • Colonial Williamsburg Ghost Stories and Walking Tour: $25
  • 1 Hour Christmastide Walking Tour in Virginia Past and Present : $25
  • 2-Hour Private Guided The best of Williamsburg Walking Tour: $250
  • 3-Hour E-Bike Sightseeing and Breweries Tour in Roanoke: $109
  • Blue Ridge Mountain E Bike Tour: $155
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Self-Guided Audio Tour Bundle: $24
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Virginia Self-Guided Audio Tour: $13
  • Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours: $24
  • Buried Beneath the Boardwalk: Neptune Ghouls and Ghost Tours: $32
  • Busch Gardens Williamsburg Admission Ticket: $82
  • Capitol Steps and Stories Walking Tour : $45
  • Chains, Coffins, & Curses: Charlottesville Ghost Tours: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hawaii $19
    Virginia $19

Sample the Local Flavors in Hawaii

Also in Hawaii, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Honolulu Self Guided Bar Crawl and Sightseeing: $15
  • Brewery and Beach Cruise in a Vintage VW Bus : $229
  • Maui Tour : Iao Valley, Hawaiian Distillery and Lavender Farm Tour: $300

Sample the Local Flavors in Virginia

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Virginia:

  • Richmond Virginia Bar Crawl: $15
  • Norfolk Bar Crawl: $15
  • Williamsburg Ghosts and Brews Haunted Pub Crawls: $29
  • Richmond Ghosts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl : $37
  • The Murder Tour and Pub Crawl: $48
  • Family Wine Tour: $85
  • Richmond Craft Brewery Crawl By Junket: $86
  • Brewery Tour of Richmond, VA: $90
  • Private Wine Tours (Minimum 3 & Maximum 6 ) Pickup Maximum 30 Mi : $95
  • 5 Hour Historic Thomas Jefferson Wine Tour: $248
  • Private Charlottesville Area Wine Tour: $248


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

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


Which has a larger population, Hawaii or Virginia?

Virginia has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Hawaii. When comparing the sizes of Hawaii and Virginia, 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.