Which place is cheaper, Galveston or Kingston?
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 Kingston or Galveston?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Kingston or Galveston, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Kingston or Galveston?
Kingston
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
Galveston
Located on Galveston Island off the Texas Gulf Coast, Galveston is a popular destination for Texans and a departure point for cruise ships. It also makes a great beach destination for anyone looking to enjoy a week or weekend.
Galveston is a popular destination during the summer months, but the warm climate makes it comfortable year round. Even during the winter months you can enjoy mild temperatures, although on occasion it can have a cold spell.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in United States of America.
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Kingston Prices
Jamaica PricesGalveston Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKingston $123Galveston $221
The average daily cost (per person) in Kingston is $123, while the average daily cost in Galveston is $221. 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 Kingston and Galveston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKingston $62Galveston $81
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKingston $124Galveston $162
Compare Hotels in Kingston and Galveston
Looking for a hotel in Kingston or Galveston? 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: Kingston Hotel Prices and Galveston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kingston $28Galveston $35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kingston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
- Montego Bay: 5-Day Jamaica Tour with Meals and Transfers: $2,200
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Negril: $749
- Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Montego Bay: $479
- Tropical Off-Road ATV Tour with Lunch and Transfer: $369
- From Kingston Airport: One Way Private Transfer to Ocho Rios: $319
- Runaway Bay Hotels Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $261
- Group Private Kingston Airport Transfers (10 - 15 Persons): $251
- Port Antonio Hotel Private Roundtrip Airport Transfer from Kingston Airport(KIN): $235
- Kingston Round Trip Airport Transfers to Ocho Rios : $230
- NMIA & Kingston transfer to Negril: $225
- Airport Group Transfers-Kingston: $180
- Transfer for Kingston Airport to and from Hotels in Montego Bay: $173
Is it cheaper to fly into Kingston or Galveston?
Prices for flights to both Galveston and Kingston 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 dayKingston $44Galveston $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kingston $12Galveston $15
Tours and Activities in Kingston
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Ocho Rios: $232
- Bamboo Rafting Adventure in Ocho Rios : $62
- Bamboo Rafting and Boston Jerk Centre Tour in Portland Jamaica: $220
- Blue Mountain Tour: A Half-Day Escape from Kingston: $1,011
- Blue Mountains Coffee Private Tour from Kingston: $180
- Bob Marley Guided City Tour: $95
- Bob Marley Museum Entry Ticket: $30
- Bob Marley Museum Express Tour from Port Royal Cruise Port: $141
- Bob Marley Museum, Devon House and Downtown Kingston Tour: $134
- City Tour of Kingston Including Entry Fees: $105
- Club Kingston VIP Departure Lounge Experience: $38
- Devon House City Tour Combo: $85
Tours and Activities in Galveston
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Galveston.
- Galveston Luggage Storage Close to Cruise Terminal: $9.54
- Beer Tasting Experience with 4 Beer Flight: $10
- Tour Galveston's 1895 Moody Mansion: $18
- Al's Ghost tour : a small group experience : $19
- Tour of haunted locations with ghost hunting gear.: $20
- Galveston Mansions and Murder Walking Tour : $23
- Galveston's Secrets of the Strand Walking Tour : $23
- The Grimoire Ghouls and Graves: Galveston Ghost Tour: $24
- The Grimoire Ghouls and Graves: Galveston Ghost Tour: $25
- Dolphin-Watching Cruise: $25
- Galveston Shadows Ghost Tour Adventure: $25
- Galveston Sweets and Treats Tour: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKingston $11Galveston $37
Sample the Local Flavors in Galveston
Also in Galveston, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Haunted Pub Crawl & Scandalous Red Light Tour: $20
- Galveston's Best Pub Crawl: $20
- Haunted Pub Crawl & Scandalous Red Light Tour in Galveston: $29
- Galveston's Best Pub Crawl and Historical Tour near The Strand: $29
- Galveston Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
- Haunted Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kingston and Galveston, we can see that Galveston is more expensive. And not only is Kingston much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kingston is in Caribbean Islands and Galveston 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 Kingston would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kingston 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 Galveston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Galveston than you might in Kingston.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kingston Expensive? and Is Galveston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kingston or Galveston?
Kingston has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Galveston. When comparing the sizes of Kingston and Galveston, 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 Kingston or Galveston?
Galveston has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kingston or Galveston in the Summer?
Both Galveston and Kingston during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Galveston because of the beaches, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Kingston is generally around the same temperature as Galveston. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 29°C (83°F), and Galveston fluctuates around 84°F (29°C).
Kingston usually gets less rain in July than Galveston. Kingston gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Galveston receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKingston 29°C (83°F)Galveston 84°F (29°C)
Should I visit Kingston or Galveston in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kingston and Galveston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round. Furthermore, the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere are the main draw to Galveston this time of year.
Kingston is a little warmer than Galveston in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kingston averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Galveston fluctuates around 71°F (22°C).
Kingston gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Kingston usually receives more rain than Galveston. Kingston gets 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Galveston receives 2.3 inches (59 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKingston 28°C (82°F)Galveston 71°F (22°C)
Should I visit Kingston or Galveston in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Kingston as well as Galveston. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Galveston for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Kingston is much warmer than Galveston. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kingston in January average around 26°C (79°F), and Galveston averages at about 52°F (11°C).
Kingston usually gets less rain in January than Galveston. Kingston gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Galveston receives 2.7 inches (68 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKingston 26°C (79°F)Galveston 52°F (11°C)
Should I visit Kingston or Galveston in the Spring?
Both Galveston and Kingston are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Galveston in the spring for the beaches and the small town charm.
In April, Kingston is generally a little warmer than Galveston. Daily temperatures in Kingston average around 26°C (80°F), and Galveston fluctuates around 70°F (21°C).
In April, Kingston usually receives less rain than Galveston. Kingston gets 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Galveston receives 2.4 inches (60 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKingston 26°C (80°F)Galveston 70°F (21°C)
Typical Weather for Galveston and Kingston
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 52°F (11°C) | 2.7 inches (68 mm) |
| Feb | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 2 inches (50 mm) |
| Mar | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (49 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 70°F (21°C) | 2.4 inches (60 mm) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 76°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 4.3 inches (108 mm) |
| Jul | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 84°F (29°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 83°F (29°C) | 3.9 inches (100 mm) |
| Sep | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 80°F (27°C) | 5.6 inches (141 mm) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 2.3 inches (59 mm) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 63°F (17°C) | 3.2 inches (81 mm) |
| Dec | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
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