Which place is cheaper, Ponce or Orlando?
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 Orlando or Ponce?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Orlando or Ponce? 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: Orlando or Ponce?
Orlando
Orlando is a haven for tourists from the entire United States and abroad. The most famous sight in Orlando, Walt Disney World, is not actually located in the city at all, but in nearby Lake Buena Vista. The area attracts over 50 million visitors a year and the city's sprawling development has created amenities and entertainment options for tourists of all ages.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in United States of America, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOrlando $368Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Orlando is $368, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Orlando and Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOrlando $154Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOrlando $308Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Orlando and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Orlando or Ponce? 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: Orlando Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Orlando $66Ponce $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Orlando
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Orlando are as follows:
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Parking$14
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Taxi Ride$45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Orlando
Also for Orlando, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Orlando Airport (MCO): $29
- Private Transfer: MCO to Disney, Universal, and Orlando: $30
- Port Canaveral Transfer Service: $35
- Orlando Airport to Port Canaveral & Cocoa Beach Private Transfer: $38
- Orlando Airport Mco:Private Transfer to Disney and Universal: $38
- Transfer: MCO/Orlando Hotels to Port Canaveral: $40
- Orlando:Airport Private Transfer to/from Disneyland Resort: $41
- MCO Airport Private Transfer to Downtown|Disneyland: $42
- Orlando Chauffeur Transfer: MCO Airport/Hotels to Port Canaveral: $50
- MCO Private Transfer Airport to Hotel: $54
- Orlando Airport MCO to Universal Resorts Private Transfer: $54
- Private Airport Transfer: $54
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Orlando or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce and Orlando 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 dayOrlando $113Ponce $61
Typical Food Prices in Orlando
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Orlando:
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Lunch for Two at Epcot$29
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Outta Control Magic Comedy Dinner Show: $39
- Flavors of ICON Park Food Tour: $40
- St. Johns River Lunch and Dinner Cruises in Sanford, Florida: $43
- Orlando Polynesian Fire Luau and Dinner Show Experience: $75
- Sushi Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Orlando: $75
- Immersive Pasta Making Cooking Class: $75
- Pirates Adventure Dinner Show with Drinks: $80
- Medieval Times Dinner Show in Orlando: $80
- Speakeasy Murder Mystery Dinner Show in Orlando: $82
- Titanic: First Class Dinner Gala Tickets in Orlando: $84
- Ivanhoe Village Food Tour with Tastings: $88
- Food Tour of Local Orlando's Ivanhoe Village : $89
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Orlando $204Ponce $56
Typical Entertainment Prices in Orlando
For Orlando, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Universal Studios for Two$110
Tours and Activities in Orlando
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orlando.
- Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Orlando by Operation City Quest: $10
- 7-D Dark Ride Entry Ticket: $12
- SelfGuided Scavenger Hunt:Feel the Adventure Breeze at WinterPark: $12
- Skip the Line: Museum of Military History Ticket: $12
- Orlando Audio Tour Adventure: $15
- Old Town Entertainment District Attraction Tickets: $15
- Orlando City Pride- National Women's Soccer League Tickets: $18
- Ripley's Mirror Maze Experience: $18
- Pirate's Cove Adventure Golf Entry Ticket: $21
- Factory Adventure Tour in Chocolate Kingdom: $24
- Chocolate Kingdom Factory Adventure Tour: $24
- Orlando Scavenger Hunt Walking Tour and Game: $25
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOrlando $30Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Orlando
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Orlando:
- Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $27
- Orlando Haunts Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Caribbean Moonshine Distillery Tour and Tasting: $40
- Sanford’s Haunted Brewery Tour: $43
- Brews and Bites Brewery Walking Tour: $75
- 2-Hour Sushi Making Class at a Local Brewery: $75
- Pontoon Pub Crawl, 5 Lakeside Pubs and Restaurants Visit by Boat: $90
- Ghost Tour and Pub Crawl: $139
- Chef's Table and Wine Tasting Tour: $300
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orlando and Ponce, we can see that Orlando is more expensive. And not only is Ponce much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Orlando is in North America and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Ponce would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ponce 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 Orlando would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Orlando than you might in Ponce.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Orlando Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Orlando or Ponce?
Orlando has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Orlando and Ponce, 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 Orlando or Ponce?
Orlando has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Orlando or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Orlando during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Orlando in the summer for the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
In the summer, Orlando is around the same temperature as Ponce. Typically, the summer temperatures in Orlando in July average around 82°F (28°C), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (83°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Orlando. Orlando usually gets more rain in July than Ponce. Orlando gets 8.3 inches (211 mm) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOrlando 82°F (28°C)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Orlando or Ponce in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Orlando and Ponce. Most visitors come to Orlando for the shopping scene during these months. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Orlando is generally cooler than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Orlando average around 75°F (24°C), and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Ponce receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Orlando gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Orlando usually receives less rain than Ponce. Orlando gets 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOrlando 75°F (24°C)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Orlando or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Orlando as well as Ponce. The winter months attract visitors to Orlando because of the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
Orlando is much colder than Ponce in the winter. The daily temperature in Orlando averages around 59°F (15°C) in January, and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Orlando usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Ponce. Orlando gets 2.3 inches (58 mm) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOrlando 59°F (15°C)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Orlando or Ponce in the Spring?
Both Ponce and Orlando are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Orlando is cooler than Ponce. Typically, the spring temperatures in Orlando in April average around 72°F (22°C), and Ponce averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In April, Orlando usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ponce. Orlando gets 2.7 inches (69 mm) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOrlando 72°F (22°C)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Orlando
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 59°F (15°C) | 2.3 inches (58 mm) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 62°F (16°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 67°F (19°C) | 3.5 inches (88 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 72°F (22°C) | 2.7 inches (69 mm) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 77°F (25°C) | 3 inches (75 mm) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 81°F (27°C) | 7.1 inches (181 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 82°F (28°C) | 8.3 inches (211 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 82°F (28°C) | 6.7 inches (171 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 81°F (27°C) | 7.2 inches (183 mm) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 75°F (24°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 68°F (20°C) | 1.6 inches (40 mm) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 62°F (17°C) | 1.9 inches (48 mm) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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