Which place is cheaper, Toronto or Kansas City?
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 Kansas City or Toronto?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kansas City or Toronto? 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: Kansas City or Toronto?
Kansas City
A large, mid western city that sits on the border between Missouri and Kansa, Kansas City has a population of about 450,000. It's not exactly a tourist destination, but it is a surprisingly beautiful city with more boulevards than Paris and more fountains than any other city in the world with the exception of Rome. Most of the city's suburbs are concentrated in the south but the city is beginning to grow to the north as well. The climate in Kansas City can vary dramatically, in large part because it is so far from any form of water. Winters can range from mild to extremely cold and snow is not uncommon. Spring and fall and quite comfortable but summer months can be incredibly hot and humid.
Toronto
The capital of Ontario and the most populated city in Canada, Toronto is a very popular travel destination for any number of reasons. It's positioned along the coast of Lake Ontario and has a population of more than 2.6 million with 6.2 million in the Greater Toronto Area. It's a very international and diverse city, with a very rich cultural history. More than half of the city's population was not born in Canada, and there are more than eighty different ethnic neighborhoods sprinkled throughout the city. The city is a center for music, theater, film, and television. It has countless museums, festivals, and sights that attract more than 25 million tourists every year.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKansas City $196Toronto $249
The average daily cost (per person) in Kansas City is $196, while the average daily cost in Toronto is $249. 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 Kansas City and Toronto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKansas City $88Toronto $86
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKansas City $176Toronto $172
Compare Hotels in Kansas City and Toronto
Looking for a hotel in Kansas City or Toronto? 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: Kansas City Hotel Prices and Toronto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kansas City $44Toronto $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Toronto
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Toronto are as follows:
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Airport Shuttle$26
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Train: 2 Day Passes$16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Toronto
Also for Toronto, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Toronto APT-HTL (YYZ): $111
- Transfer from Toronto City Center to Pearson Airport(YYZ): $53
- Transfer from Pearson Airport(YYZ) to Toronto City Center: $53
- Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara on the Lake,Canada: $177
- Transfer Toronto,Canada (Downtown) to Niagara Falls, Canada: $177
- Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara-on-the-Lake,Canada: $160
- Transfer Toronto Pearson International Airport YYZ to Niagara Falls, Canada: $160
- Transfer Toronto Hotels to Toronto Pearson Airport YYZ: $41
- Shuttle Transfer Between Downtown and Niagara Falls: $112
- Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $176
- Private Transfer to Niagara Falls: $155
- Private Transfer to Kingston City or Queen's Unive…: $816
Is it cheaper to fly into Kansas City or Toronto?
Prices for flights to both Toronto and Kansas City 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 dayKansas City $82Toronto $112
Typical Food Prices in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch at St. Lawrence Market for Two$23
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Dinner at Mill Street Brewery (for 2)$56
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Toronto
For Toronto, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Harbor Cruise with Lunch, Brunch, or Dinner: $46
- Great White North Food Tour: $54
- Great White North Toronto Food Tour: $55
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Distillery: $61
- Toronto Delicious Donut Adventure and Walking Food Tour: $65
- Toronto Premier Dinner Cruise on Odyssey in Toronto Harbour: $66
- St Lawrence Market Food Tour with 6 Food Tastings: $71
- Kensington Market 'Taste the World' Food Tour: $72
- Must-Do Toronto Food Tour by Toronto's First Food Tour Company: $73
- St Lawrence Market Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $78
- French Bistro Cooking Class in Toronto (Includes 3-Course Meal): $80
- Niagara Falls Evening Tour with Boat, Journey, Dinner & Fireworks: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kansas City $11Toronto $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Toronto
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Toronto's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Gallery of Ontario for Two$15
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CN Tower at night for Two$36
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Harbour Dinner Cruise$26
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Bata Shoe Museum (2)$7.26
Tours and Activities in Toronto
For Toronto, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Casual Tour of Toronto by Land, Sky and Sea: $111
- 1 Day City Sightseeing Tour at Toronto City: $69
- 1-Hour Private Guided Photography Tour in Toronto: $296
- 1-Hour Toronto Harbour Tour with Live Narration: $25
- 14-Minute Helicopter Tour Over Toronto: $240
- 3hr Shared Sailing Adventure: $177
- 60-Minute Toronto Sightseeing Harbour Tour: $28
- 7-Minute Helicopter Tour over Toronto: $135
- Action Film and Television Locations Half Day Tour in Toronto: $150
- Admission Ticket: Explore Canada in Miniature Scale: $33
- Algonquin Park Hiking: Adventure Tour from Toronto: $151
- Algonquin Park and Ragged Falls Hike and Canoe Adventure: $104
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKansas City $12Toronto $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Toronto
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Toronto:
- Distillery District Historic Walking Tour: $20
- Nickel 9 Distillery Tour and Tasting: $25
- Illuminarium Toronto in the Distillery District: $26
- Distillery & Old Town Private Walking Tour: $28
- Short Distillery District Segway Tour: $35
- 30-Minute Distillery District Segway Tour: $36
- Toronto Distillery & Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $42
- Toronto Distillery District Self-Guided Walking Tour: $43
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $44
- Pub Crawl Toronto: $44
- Distillery District Breakfast Walking Tour: $53
- Distillery District Breakfast Tour: $54
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kansas City and Toronto, we can see that Toronto is more expensive. And not only is Kansas City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kansas City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kansas City 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 Toronto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Toronto than you might in Kansas City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kansas City Expensive? and Is Toronto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kansas City or Toronto?
Toronto has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Kansas City. When comparing the sizes of Kansas City and Toronto, 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 Kansas City or Toronto?
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 Kansas City or Toronto in the Summer?
Both Toronto and Kansas City are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Toronto for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Kansas City is a little warmer than Toronto. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kansas City in July average around 82°F (28°C), and Toronto averages at about 21°C (70°F).
It's quite sunny in Toronto. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kansas City. Kansas City usually receives more sunshine than Toronto during summer. Kansas City gets 325 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 281 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kansas City usually receives more rain than Toronto. Kansas City gets 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKansas City 82°F (28°C)Toronto 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Kansas City or Toronto in the Autumn?
Both Toronto and Kansas City during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Toronto because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Kansas City is generally a little warmer than Toronto. Daily temperatures in Kansas City average around 60°F (15°C), and Toronto fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Kansas City. In the autumn, Kansas City often gets more sunshine than Toronto. Kansas City gets 208 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 153 hours of full sun.
Kansas City usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Toronto. Kansas City gets 2.4 inches (62 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKansas City 60°F (15°C)Toronto 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Kansas City or Toronto in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kansas City and Toronto. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Toronto this time of year.
It's quite cold in Toronto in the winter. The weather in Kansas City can be very cold. Kansas City is much warmer than Toronto in the winter. The daily temperature in Kansas City averages around 30°F (-1°C) in January, and Toronto fluctuates around -4°C (25°F).
Kansas City usually receives more sunshine than Toronto during winter. Kansas City gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Toronto receives 87 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kansas City usually receives less rain than Toronto. Kansas City gets 0.9 inches (23 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKansas City 30°F (-1°C)Toronto -4°C (25°F)
Should I visit Kansas City or Toronto in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kansas City as well as Toronto. Also, many travelers come to Toronto for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Kansas City is much warmer than Toronto. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kansas City in April average around 58°F (15°C), and Toronto averages at about 7°C (44°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kansas City this time of the year. In the spring, Kansas City often gets more sunshine than Toronto. Kansas City gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Toronto receives 179 hours of full sun.
Kansas City usually gets more rain in April than Toronto. Kansas City gets 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain, while Toronto receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKansas City 58°F (15°C)Toronto 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Toronto and Kansas City
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.9 inches (23 mm) | -4°C (25°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 inches (24 mm) | -4°C (26°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 47°F (8°C) | 2 inches (52 mm) | 1°C (34°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| May | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) | 12°C (54°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Jun | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 inches (125 mm) | 18°C (64°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) | 21°C (70°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 80°F (26°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) | 21°C (69°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 inches (62 mm) | 11°C (51°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 inches (43 mm) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Dec | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 inches (30 mm) | -1°C (30°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
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