Which place is cheaper, Baltimore or Port-au-Prince?
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 Port-au-Prince or Baltimore?
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 Port-au-Prince and Baltimore. 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: Port-au-Prince or Baltimore?
Port-au-Prince
Port-au-Prince is the capital city and most-populous city of Haiti. The metropolitan area is divided into several districts with access to a number of landmarks and museums, as well as a lively cultural scene.
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Bicycle Tours in United States of America, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in United States of America.
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Port-au-Prince Prices
Haiti PricesBaltimore Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPort-au-Prince $31Baltimore $217
The average daily cost (per person) in Port-au-Prince is $31, while the average daily cost in Baltimore is $217. 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 Port-au-Prince and Baltimore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPort-au-Prince $22Baltimore $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPort-au-Prince $44Baltimore $186
Compare Hotels in Port-au-Prince and Baltimore
Looking for a hotel in Port-au-Prince or Baltimore? 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: Baltimore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Port-au-Prince $4.77Baltimore $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Airport Transfer BWI Airport to Baltimore Downtown Area Only: $160
- Airport Transfer Baltimore/Washington International Airport BWI to Baltimore, MD: $245
- Airport Transfer Downtown Baltimore to BWI Airport: $160
- Airport transfer to or from Silver Spring, MD and Dulles Airport: $275
- Arrival Private Transfer: Baltimore Airport BWI to Washington in Luxury Van: $206
- Baltimore City to Washington City - Private Transfer: $172
- Departure Private Transfer Baltimore to Baltimore Airport BWI: $114
- Oakland Airport (OAK) to Oakland hotel or address - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $153
- Oakland Airport (OAK) to San Francisco - Round-Trip Private Car Transfer: $153
- Oakland Airport (OAK) to San Francisco hotel/address - Private Arrival Transfer: $76
- Private Airport Transfer from Baltimore to DCA or vice versa: $300
- Private Arrival Transfer from Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Port-au-Prince or Baltimore?
Prices for flights to both Baltimore and Port-au-Prince 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 dayPort-au-Prince $6.45Baltimore $79
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Pasta Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Baltimore: $75
- Ravioli Making Cooking Class at a Local Brewery in Baltimore: $75
- Thai Curry Cooking Class with Local Chef in Baltimore: $75
- Pasta Making Cooking Classes at a Local Brewery: $75
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $78
- City Cruises Signature Dinner Cruise: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Port-au-Prince $0.76Baltimore $18
Tours and Activities in Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Baltimore Downtown Poe Ruth and More GPS Self Guided Walking Tour: $9.75
- Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Experience by Operation City Quest: $10
- Baltimore Walking & Driving Self-Guided Audio Tour: $17
- Baltimore Monuments Walking Tour: $20
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
- Baltimore Bewitched: Raven's Revenge, Bones & Ballads Ghost Tour: $26
- The Original Fells Point Ghost Walk by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $26
- City Cruises Baltimore Harbor Tour: $30
- Assateague Island Cruise Departs from Ocean Pines: $40
- Glow in the Dark Splatter Paint Experience : $40
- NEON Starry Night Sip and Paint Experience : $40
- North Beach Historic - Guided Walking Tour: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPort-au-Prince $0.20Baltimore $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Baltimore Boos & Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $29
- Enchanted Full Day Napa & Sonoma Wine Tour from Oakland: $285
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port-au-Prince and Baltimore, we can see that Baltimore is more expensive. And not only is Port-au-Prince much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Port-au-Prince is in Caribbean Islands and Baltimore 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 Port-au-Prince would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Port-au-Prince 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 Baltimore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Baltimore than you might in Port-au-Prince.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Port-au-Prince Expensive? and Is Baltimore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Port-au-Prince or Baltimore?
Port-au-Prince has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Baltimore. When comparing the sizes of Port-au-Prince and Baltimore, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.