Which place is cheaper, Nassau or Osaka?
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 Osaka or Nassau?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Nassau, 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: Osaka or Nassau?
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
Nassau
There are few vacation destinations more famous than the Bahamian city of Nassau. This capital city is full of laid back locals, relaxed tourists and the iconic pastel pink government houses.
As the largest city in the Bahamas, Nassau can hold plenty of people. Not only are there hundreds of tourists on any given day, the city is also home to 260,000 people – that is 80 percent of the Bahamas' total population.
Founded around 1650, Nassau's location made it a great spot on the trade route. So great, in fact, that it also became a popular destination for pirates – including the infamous Blackbeard.
Pack light because it's going to be pretty steamy in Nassau. The climate is essentially identical to southern Florida. It is warm and humid all year with the occasional cold snap in the winter.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Bahamas.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOsaka $110Nassau $226
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $110, while the average daily cost in Nassau is $226. 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 Osaka and Nassau in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $48Nassau $108
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $96Nassau $216
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Nassau
Looking for a hotel in Osaka or Nassau? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices and Nassau Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $14Nassau $32
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer between KIX Airport and Osaka City: $14
- Private Transfer to/from Universal Studios Japan: $42
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Transfer from Kansai Airport to Osaka City Hotels: $45
- Osaka International Airport (ITM) Private Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $46
- Shared Departure Transfer: Osaka City to Osaka Itami Airport: $57
- Osaka : Private One-way Transfers to/from Kansai Airport(KIX): $59
- Kansai Airport（KIX） to or from Osaka Kyoto Private Transfer: $62
- Private Transfer by Sedan from Itami Airport ITM to Osaka City : $65
- Osaka hotels to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX) to Osaka hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Japan Railway Station Shared Departure Transfer : Osaka to Shin Osaka Station: $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Nassau are as follows:
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Water Taxi$7.99
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Taxi to Cable Beach$25
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Taxi from Airport$30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nassau
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nassau:
- S U V Private Transfer, Hyatt, SLS, Rosewood ,Sandals , ATLANTIS : $170
- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $300
- Round trip Airport Private Transfer (Nassau Limousine): $160
- Round Trip Private Airport To Hotel Transfer in Nassau: $175
- Private Transfer from Nassau Airport (NAS) to Nassau Hotel or Cruise Port : $136
- Private SUV One way Airport Transfer/Grocery & Liquor stop included : $200
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $190
- Private Roundtrip Sedan Airport Transfer : $160
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer to Palm Cay: $200
- Private Roundtrip Minivan Airport Transfer: $180
- Private Roundtrip Minibus Transfer to Cable Beach: $200
- Private One-Way Transfer from Lynden Airport to Bahamas: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Nassau?
Prices for flights to both Nassau and Osaka 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 dayOsaka $45Nassau $91
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $17
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $30
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $34
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon : $41
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $45
- Cooking Class for Osaka Style Kushikatsu & Tonjiru (with Onigiri): $45
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $51
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $52
- Family Friendly Osaka Tempura Cooking Class: $54
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $55
- Discover Osaka Cuisine through Cooking Class Experience: $55
- Deep Backstreet Osaka Tours (Option to add Dinner): $55
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nassau
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nassau.
- Conch Salad Cooking Lesson and Tasting in Nassau: $80
- Savor Old Nassau Dining Stroll by Tru Bahamian Food Tours: $116
- Nassau Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Sunset Dinner Cruise: $129
- Dinner and Dancing: $130
- Authentic Bahamian Cooking Class: $135
- All Inclusive Sunset Dinner Cruise in Nassau Bahamas: $138
- Bahamian Cooking Class Lunch Experience by Tru Bahamian Food Tour: $140
- Saturday Bahamian Cooking Class in Downtown Nassau: $149
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $21Nassau $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$31
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Shinsaibashi: AMMONA Nightclub Entry Ticket (For Foreign): $6.83
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.88
- PICCADILLY PREMIUM Live Show & Nightclub Admission Tickets: $6.88
- Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure: $7.16
- HEP Ferris Wheel Osaka Entry Ticket: $11
- Osaka Castle Entry Ticket: $13
- Osaka Castle Admission Ticket: $13
- Osaka Hidden Gems Tour: Tennoji & Oldest Temple with Audio Guide: $14
- Osaka Oracle GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $14
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $14
- Osaka Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory ETicket: $14
Typical Entertainment Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Nassau are as follows:
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Jet Ski$50
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4 Hr Kayak Tour$70
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1/2 Day Snorkel Trip$75
Tours and Activities in Nassau
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nassau are as follows:
- 3 Hour Smart Eco Segway Adventure in Nassau: $99
- 4-Island Tour Swimming Pigs, turtles, snorkeling , rose island, : $180
- Bahamas Adventure: Pigs, Reef, Turtles, and Beach with Lunch: $299
- Bahamas Funtastic Party Bus Tours: $99
- Discover Nassau by Land and Sea Tour: $109
- Fun Atv tour in Nassau with Lunch: Drivers must be 25 years old: $149
- Group City Tour and Beach Experience from Cruise Port: $40
- Sail & Snorkel Adventure with 1 Hr. Open Bar: $120
- 3 Islands Boat Adventure: Swimming Pigs, Snorkeling And Turtles: $149
- 3 V's Guided Scooter or ATV Tour in Nassau: $250
- 3-Hour ATV Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $190
- 3-Hour Buggy Tour of New Providence (Inclusive of water & local deserts): $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $12Nassau $19
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $24
- Nada Gogo Sake Brewery Tour in Kobe from Osaka: $259
Typical Alcohol Prices in Nassau
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Nassau are as follows:
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Cocktail$6.49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Nassau, we can see that Nassau is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Osaka is in Asia and Nassau 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 Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka 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 Nassau would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nassau than you might in Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Osaka Expensive? and Is Nassau Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Nassau?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Nassau. When comparing the sizes of Osaka and Nassau, 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 Osaka or Nassau?
Osaka has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Nassau experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Osaka or Nassau in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Nassau. The summer months attract visitors to Osaka because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Nassau throughout the year.
In the summer, Osaka is around the same temperature as Nassau. Typically, the summer temperatures in Osaka in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Nassau averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Nassau. In the summer, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Osaka gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 273 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Nassau. Osaka receives a lot of rain in the summer. Osaka usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Nassau. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOsaka 28°C (82°F)Nassau 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Nassau in the Autumn?
Both Nassau and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Osaka this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Nassau because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Osaka is generally cooler than Nassau. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 19°C (66°F), and Nassau fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Nassau. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during autumn. Osaka gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 223 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Nassau. It's quite rainy in Osaka. In October, Osaka usually receives less rain than Nassau. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 184 mm (7.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOsaka 19°C (66°F)Nassau 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Nassau in the Winter?
Both Nassau and Osaka during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Nassau year-round.
Osaka is much colder than Nassau in the winter. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 6°C (42°F) in January, and Nassau fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In Nassau, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Nassau. Osaka gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Nassau receives 220 hours of full sun.
Osaka usually gets less rain in January than Nassau. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOsaka 6°C (42°F)Nassau 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Nassau in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Nassau. Many visitors come to Osaka in the spring for the activities around the city. Nassau attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Osaka is much colder than Nassau. Typically, the spring temperatures in Osaka in April average around 15°C (59°F), and Nassau averages at about 23°C (74°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Nassau this time of the year. Osaka usually receives less sunshine than Nassau during spring. Osaka gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Nassau receives 276 hours of full sun in the spring.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Osaka usually receives more rain than Nassau. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Nassau receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOsaka 15°C (59°F)Nassau 23°C (74°F)
Typical Weather for Nassau and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 211 mm (8.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 171 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 184 mm (7.2 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
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