Which place is cheaper, Kansas City or Negril?
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 Negril or Kansas City?
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 Negril and Kansas City. 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: Negril or Kansas City?
Negril
Negril is a town in western Jamaica known for its miles of white sand beaches and cliffs. It is certainly one of the more laid back towns on the island yet still attracts a lot of tourists. The hotels are as close to the water as you can get, and the sand gets whiter and whiter the further away from populated areas you get. The water is unbelievably clear and warm in Negril!
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in United States of America, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United States of America.
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Negril Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNegril $150Kansas City $196
The average daily cost (per person) in Negril is $150, while the average daily cost in Kansas City is $196. 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 Negril and Kansas City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNegril $102Kansas City $88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNegril $204Kansas City $176
Compare Hotels in Negril and Kansas City
Looking for a hotel in Negril or Kansas City? 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: Negril Hotel Prices and Kansas City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Negril $8.39Kansas City $44
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Negril
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Negril:
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Taxi From Airport$13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Negril
Also for Negril, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sandals South Coast Private Transfer (White House): $83
- Roundtrip Transfer To or From Jam West Adventure: $100
- Roundtrip MBJ Montego Bay Airport Transfer to Hotel Riu Negril: $95
- Round-trip Airport Transfer to Grand Palladium Resort & Spa: $75
- Round-Trip or Direct Private Airport Transfer to Lucea Resorts: $37
- Private Transfer from Sangster Intl Airport to Negril Jamaica: $60
- Private Transfer from Negril to Jamaica (MBJ) Airport: $176
- Private Transfer from Montego Bay Airport - Negril Hotels: $58
- Private Transfer from MBJ Airport to Grand Palladium Hotel: $38
- Private Transfer between Hedonism ll Resort and Airport : $53
- Private Transfer From or To Airport to Rui Negril : $61
- Private Negril Hotels Transfer from Montego Bay (MBJ)Airport: $54
Is it cheaper to fly into Negril or Kansas City?
Prices for flights to both Kansas City and Negril 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 dayNegril $38Kansas City $82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Negril
For Negril, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Dinner in the Sky Jamaica Round Trip Taxi & Guide only: $42
- The Jungle Nightclub Experience with Optional Dinner in Negril: $80
- Zimbali Mountain Cooking Studio: $105
- Cultural Food Tour & Seven Mile Beach At Negril’s Margaritaville: $150
- Local food tour and local fields : $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Negril $26Kansas City $11
Typical Entertainment Prices in Negril
For Negril, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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2 Hr Horseback Ride$42
Tours and Activities in Negril
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Negril.
- Rick's Cafe Sunset Cruise : $60
- YS Falls and Sightseeing Tour Day Adventure: $138
- 7Mile Beach/Ricks Cafe Tour with Free Shopping from Montego Bay: $115
- ATV's, Shopping, Seven Mile Beach,Catamaran Cruise to Ricks Cafe : $130
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour: $113
- Appleton Estate Rum Tour and Tasting from Negril: $232
- Bamboo Rafting and Rick Cafe Negril Private Tour: $156
- Bambuza ATV, Zipline and Horseback Adventure from Negril: $190
- Benta River & Falls Private Tour From Montego Bay/Negril: $150
- Black River Safari & YS Falls Guided Tour with Lunch & Admission from Negril: $145
- Black River Safari and YS Falls Tour from Negril: $232
- Blue Hole Secret Falls and Dunns River Falls Adventure: $134
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNegril $9.74Kansas City $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Negril
Also in Negril, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Negril One Love Bus Bar Crawl: $26
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Negril and Kansas City, we can see that Kansas City is more expensive. And not only is Negril much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Negril is in Caribbean Islands and Kansas City 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 Negril would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Negril 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 Kansas City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kansas City than you might in Negril.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Negril Expensive? and Is Kansas City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Negril or Kansas City?
Kansas City has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Negril. When comparing the sizes of Negril and Kansas City, 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 Negril or Kansas City?
Kansas City has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Negril experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Negril or Kansas City in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Negril and Kansas City. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Negril year-round.
In the summer, Negril is around the same temperature as Kansas City. Typically, the summer temperatures in Negril in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Kansas City averages at about 82°F (28°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kansas City this time of the year. In Negril, it's very sunny this time of the year. Negril usually receives less sunshine than Kansas City during summer. Negril gets 257 hours of sunny skies, while Kansas City receives 325 hours of full sun in the summer.
Negril gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Negril usually receives more rain than Kansas City. Negril gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Kansas City receives 3.3 inches (83 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyNegril 27°C (81°F)Kansas City 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Negril or Kansas City in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Negril as well as Kansas City. Negril attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Negril is generally much warmer than Kansas City. Daily temperatures in Negril average around 27°C (81°F), and Kansas City fluctuates around 60°F (15°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kansas City. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Negril this time of the year. In the autumn, Negril often gets more sunshine than Kansas City. Negril gets 233 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kansas City receives 208 hours of full sun.
Negril receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Negril usually gets more rain in October than Kansas City. Negril gets 222 mm (8.7 in) of rain, while Kansas City receives 2.4 inches (62 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberNegril 27°C (81°F)Kansas City 60°F (15°C)
Should I visit Negril or Kansas City in the Winter?
Both Kansas City and Negril are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Negril throughout the year.
Kansas City can be very cold during winter. Negril is much warmer than Kansas City in the winter. The daily temperature in Negril averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Kansas City fluctuates around 30°F (-1°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually receives more sunshine than Kansas City during winter. Negril gets 226 hours of sunny skies, while Kansas City receives 175 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Negril usually receives more rain than Kansas City. Negril gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Kansas City receives 0.9 inches (23 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryNegril 25°C (77°F)Kansas City 30°F (-1°C)
Should I visit Negril or Kansas City in the Spring?
Both Kansas City and Negril during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Negril because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Negril is much warmer than Kansas City. Typically, the spring temperatures in Negril in April average around 26°C (79°F), and Kansas City averages at about 58°F (15°C).
In Kansas City, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Negril. In the spring, Negril often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kansas City. Negril gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kansas City receives 231 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Negril. Negril usually gets more rain in April than Kansas City. Negril gets 107 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Kansas City receives 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilNegril 26°C (79°F)Kansas City 58°F (15°C)
Typical Weather for Kansas City and Negril
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 30°F (-1°C) | 0.9 inches (23 mm) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 35°F (2°C) | 0.9 inches (24 mm) |
| Mar | 25°C (77°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 47°F (8°C) | 2 inches (52 mm) |
| Apr | 26°C (79°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 58°F (15°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.7 inches (93 mm) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 4.9 inches (125 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 3.4 inches (86 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) | 71°F (22°C) | 3.3 inches (85 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 222 mm (8.7 in) | 60°F (15°C) | 2.4 inches (62 mm) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 46°F (8°C) | 1.7 inches (43 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 34°F (1°C) | 1.2 inches (30 mm) |
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