Which place is cheaper, Winnipeg or Montego Bay?
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 Montego Bay or Winnipeg?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montego Bay and Winnipeg can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Montego Bay or Winnipeg?
Montego Bay
As with most places around the tropical oasis of Jamaica, Montego Bay (or "MoBay") is an ideal place to visit for a Caribbean getaway. It is Jamaica's second largest city and the capital of St. James parish on the northern coast. Montego Bay is considered to be the tourist capital of the country and is where the largest airport is located, bringing in many international travelers.
Winnipeg
Winnipeg is the capital of the Canadian province of Manitoba. Its heart is The Forks, a historic site at the intersection of the Red and Assiniboine rivers, with warehouses converted to shops and restaurants, plus ample green space dedicated to festivals, concerts and exhibits. Nearby, the Exchange District is known for its well-preserved, early 20th-century architecture and numerous art galleries. Rising above the prairie, Winnipeg is a metropolis where you least expect it. Cultured, confident and captivating, it’s more than just a pit stop on the Trans-Canada haul, but a destination in its own right, with a couple of world-class museums and a wonderfully diverse dining scene.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontego Bay $255Winnipeg $255
The average daily cost (per person) in Montego Bay is $255, while the average daily cost in Winnipeg is $255. 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 Montego Bay and Winnipeg in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontego Bay $100Winnipeg $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontego Bay $200Winnipeg $184
Compare Hotels in Montego Bay and Winnipeg
Looking for a hotel in Montego Bay or Winnipeg? 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: Montego Bay Hotel Prices and Winnipeg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montego Bay $14Winnipeg -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montego Bay
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Montego Bay:
- Kingston: One Way Private Transfer to Montego Bay Airport: $319
- Private Airport Transfers To and From Kingston (KIN) Airport: $200
- Horseback Ride/Swim and Blue Hole Falls Daytrip with Transfers: $190
- Green Grato Caves and Dunns River Falls with Private Transfer : $180
- Riu Resorts Airport Transfers Montego Bay MBJ (Private Roundtrip): $169
- Private Martha Brae Bamboo Rafting Tour with Private Transfer: $135
- Club Mobay VIP Lounge Access and Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $113
- Private Transfer to Dunns River Blue Hole Tubing from Montego Bay: $110
- Private Transfer to Dunn's River Falls and Blue Hole: $110
- Experience Jamaica Private Tour with Airport Transfer: $100
- Airport Transfer Service In Montego bay: $95
- Sandals South Coast Airport Transfer: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Winnipeg
Also for Winnipeg, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Winnipeg Airport to Winnipeg Accommodation : $37
- Winnipeg accomodation to Winnipeg Airport (YWG) - Departure Private Transfer: $83
- Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to Winnipeg accomodation - Arrival Private Transfer: $83
- Private Transfer from Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to Winnipeg Hotels: $97
- Private Transfer from Winnipeg Hotels to Winnipeg Airport (YWG): $97
- Winnipeg Airport (YWG) to Winnipeg accomodation - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $165
- Winnipeg One way Private transfer from/to the Airport: $200
Is it cheaper to fly into Montego Bay or Winnipeg?
Prices for flights to both Winnipeg and Montego Bay 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 dayMontego Bay $139Winnipeg $9.33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montego Bay
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Montego Bay.
- Club2727 Nightlife Experience With Optional Dinner In Montego Bay: $10
- 3 to 5 Hour Private Herbal Tour Shopping and Dinner at Ricks Cafe: $120
- Bar Hopping and Local Food Tour in Jamaica : $130
- Montego Bay, Negril, Ocho Rios Dinner and Nightlife Experience: $150
- Dinner Experience and Celebration on the Beach with Decorations : $158
- PRIVATE Food Tour of Local Jamaican Cuisine Montego Bay & Negril: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montego Bay $31Winnipeg $2.52
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montego Bay
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Montego Bay are as follows:
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Admission to Doctor's Cave Beach$2.63
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Snorkeling Trip$18
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One Tank Dive$37
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1.5 Hr Horseback Ride$42
Tours and Activities in Montego Bay
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Montego Bay are as follows:
- Black River Day Adventure Tour: $92
- Dunn’s River Secret falls with Horse-back&Bamboo Raft Experience: $125
- Falmouth Mystic from Montego Bay Luminous Lagoon Night Tour: $90
- Luminous Lagoon Glow in the Dark Boat Tour from Montego Bay: $65
- Luminous Lagoon Night Tour from Montego Bay: $118
- Private Dolphin Cove Adventure : $250
- 1 Hour Horse Back Riding & Dunn's River Falls Tour Combo: $240
- 3 Hours Private Highlights Tour & Shopping in Montego Bay Jamaica: $100
- 3 Hours Private Tour in Montego Bay From Falmouth: $75
- 7 Mile Beach & Ricks Cafe with free Shopping experience: $50
- ATV Adventure and Rick's Cafe Tour with Transportation: $238
- ATV Jungle Safari Tour from Montego Bay: $125
Tours and Activities in Winnipeg
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Winnipeg.
- The Forks Historic Site: a Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.61
- Manitoba Legislative Grounds: Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.61
- Winnipeg's Most Haunted: a Smartphone Audio Ghost Tour: $6.61
- Winnipeg's Wealthy Beginnings: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.61
- The Sights of South a Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.61
- Discover Assiniboine Park with a Smartphone Audio Tour: $6.61
- Winnipeg in the Limelight: a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.61
- Explore The Challenge of Moderninity with Walking Tours in Winnipeg, MB: $6.61
- Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Winnipeg by Operation City Quest: $10
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience in Winnipeg MB: $11
- Wonderful 3 Smartphone Audio Guided Walking Tours: $14
- Winnipeg's Outdoor Secret Agent Audio Experience: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontego Bay $13Winnipeg -
Sample the Local Flavors in Montego Bay
Also in Montego Bay, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Appleton Estate Admission Ticket & Distillery Tour with Tastings: $39
When comparing the travel costs between Montego Bay and Winnipeg, we can see that Winnipeg is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Montego Bay is in Caribbean Islands and Winnipeg is in North America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montego Bay Expensive? and Is Winnipeg Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montego Bay or Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Montego Bay. When comparing the sizes of Montego Bay and Winnipeg, 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 Montego Bay or Winnipeg?
Winnipeg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Montego Bay experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Montego Bay or Winnipeg in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Montego Bay as well as Winnipeg. Montego Bay attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Winnipeg this time of year.
Montego Bay is a little warmer than Winnipeg in the summer. The daily temperature in Montego Bay averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Winnipeg fluctuates around 21°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Winnipeg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montego Bay this time of the year. In the summer, Montego Bay often gets less sunshine than Winnipeg. Montego Bay gets 257 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Winnipeg receives 328 hours of full sun.
Montego Bay usually gets less rain in July than Winnipeg. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMontego Bay 28°C (82°F)Winnipeg 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Winnipeg in the Autumn?
Both Winnipeg and Montego Bay are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Montego Bay throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Winnipeg for the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Montego Bay is much warmer than Winnipeg. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Montego Bay in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Winnipeg averages at about 7°C (45°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montego Bay. Montego Bay usually receives more sunshine than Winnipeg during autumn. Montego Bay gets 233 hours of sunny skies, while Winnipeg receives 147 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Montego Bay. In October, Montego Bay usually receives more rain than Winnipeg. Montego Bay gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMontego Bay 27°C (81°F)Winnipeg 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Winnipeg in the Winter?
Both Winnipeg and Montego Bay during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Montego Bay because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Winnipeg in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Winnipeg can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Montego Bay is generally much warmer than Winnipeg. Daily temperatures in Montego Bay average around 24°C (75°F), and Winnipeg fluctuates around -17°C (2°F).
It's quite sunny in Montego Bay. In the winter, Montego Bay often gets more sunshine than Winnipeg. Montego Bay gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Winnipeg receives 115 hours of full sun.
Montego Bay usually gets more rain in January than Winnipeg. Montego Bay gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMontego Bay 24°C (75°F)Winnipeg -17°C (2°F)
Should I visit Montego Bay or Winnipeg in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Montego Bay and Winnipeg. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Montego Bay year-round.
Montego Bay is much warmer than Winnipeg in the spring. The daily temperature in Montego Bay averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Winnipeg fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Winnipeg this time of the year. In Montego Bay, it's very sunny this time of the year. Montego Bay usually receives less sunshine than Winnipeg during spring. Montego Bay gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Winnipeg receives 248 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Montego Bay usually receives more rain than Winnipeg. Montego Bay gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Winnipeg receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMontego Bay 25°C (77°F)Winnipeg 5°C (42°F)
Typical Weather for Winnipeg and Montego Bay
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | -17°C (2°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -14°C (8°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | -3°C (26°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | -13°C (9°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
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