A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Port-au-Prince vs. Miami for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Port-au-Prince or Miami?

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 Miami. 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 Miami?

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.

Miami

Miami is a popular tourist destination and a modern city in South Florida. It has beautiful white beaches, crystal blue waters, cosmopolitan neighborhoods, impressive shopping, and excellent dining opportunities. It is also a gateway to the Florida Keys, which is another popular destination in South Florida.

Miami is the second most populated city in Florida and the metropolitan area is the most populated in the state with more than 5.4 million people. It's also the 7th largest metro area in the country. The city sits between the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Everglades to the west. It covers 110 miles north to south but is a narrow 20 miles east to west.

Miami sits at a low latitude, giving it a subtropical savannah climate. There are two seasons; the warm and dry season between November and April and the hot and wet season between May and October. The coldest months are between December and March when highs are in the upper 70 or low 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer months have highs in the upper 80s or 90s and lows in the mid 70s with high humidity.

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Which place is cheaper, Miami 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.

  • Port-au-Prince Prices
    Haiti Prices
    Miami Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Port-au-Prince $31
    Miami $258

The average daily cost (per person) in Port-au-Prince is $31, while the average daily cost in Miami is $258. 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 Miami in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Port-au-Prince $22
    Miami $154
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Port-au-Prince $44
    Miami $308
Compare Hotels in Port-au-Prince and Miami

Looking for a hotel in Port-au-Prince or Miami? 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.

Hotels in Port-au-Prince


Hotels in Miami


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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: Miami Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Port-au-Prince $4.77
    Miami $38

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Miami

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Miami are as follows:


  • Car Rental for a Day
    $18

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Miami

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Miami:

  • MIA airport and Port of Miami luxury private transfers: $120
  • Miami Airport Executive Transfer Service: $190
  • Boca Raton to Miami Airport (MIA) - Departure Private Transfer: $103
  • Boynton Beach to Miami Airport (MIA) - Departure Private Transfer: $121
  • Delray Beach to Miami Airport (MIA) - Departure Private Transfer: $115
  • Everglades Airboat Adventure with Roundtrip Bayside Transfer: $70
  • Everglades Alligator Airboat Tour with Bus transfer from Miami: $49
  • From Miami - Private Transfer from Miami Hotels to Airport: $255
  • From Miami Airport - Private Transfer to Hotels and Homes: $265
  • From Everglades Airboat, Wildlife Show & Bus Transfer: $60
  • From Everglades Wildlife Show, Airboat & Bus Transfer: $40
  • From Roundtrip Bimini Ferry with Hotel Transfers: $289

Is it cheaper to fly into Port-au-Prince or Miami?

Prices for flights to both Miami 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Port-au-Prince $6.45
    Miami $72

Typical Food Prices in Miami

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Miami:


  • Lunch with Drinks (for 2)
    $45
  • David's Cafe Lunch (for 1)
    $16

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Miami

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Miami.

  • Historical Walking Food Tour in Calle 8 : $50
  • The Ultimate Little Havana Food Tour: $67
  • Little Havana Street Food Tour with Enthusiastic Guide: $69
  • South Beach Food Tour: $70
  • A Taste of South Beach Food Tour: $75
  • Miami Mosaic Signature Food Tour: $75
  • Food Tour of Miami's South Beach: $91
  • Guided Small Group Little Havana Food Tour: $91
  • Mango's Dinner and Show Ticket: $98
  • Mango's Tropical Cafe Dinner & Show: $98
  • Miami Little Havana Food Tour : $99
  • Little Havana Cuban Food Tour For Private Groups: $100

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Port-au-Prince $0.76
    Miami $31

Tours and Activities in Miami

Here are a few actual costs in Miami for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Bus & Boat Ultimate Sightseeing Combo Tour: $6.16
  • Little Havana Smartphone guided Audio App Solo Walking Tour: $6.75
  • Wynwood Art Walk Self-Guided Tour of Murals & Creativity: $7.99
  • Private and Exclusive Jet Car Experience: $8.25
  • Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Miami: $9.55
  • Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Miami by Wacky Walks: $10
  • Sights of Downtown a Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $11
  • Miami Beach Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $11
  • Jet Ski Miami : Experience the Ultimate Water Fun !: $11
  • Tubing Ride Experience: $11
  • MIA Moonlit ATV Adventure:ParkAdmission,ATVRentalFee Not Included: $12
  • Skip the Line: Wynwood Walls Admission Ticket : $12

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Port-au-Prince $0.20
    Miami $22

Typical Alcohol Prices in Miami

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Miami are as follows:


  • Evening at a Bar
    $32

Sample the Local Flavors in Miami

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Miami:

  • Miami Florida Bar Crawl: $15
  • #1 Miami Pub Crawl + Clubbing Experience: $19
  • Guided Pub Crawl Miami and Club Entry Wynwood: $21
  • Miami Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $29
  • Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks Discounts and Club Entry: $29
  • Miami Bar Crawl: $29
  • #1 Miami Pub Crawl + Clubbing Experience: $30
  • Ghosts, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
  • Pub Crawl Miami: $30
  • Miami Bachelorette Bar Crawl: $40
  • Pedal Pub Art District Party Bike Pub Crawl: $41
  • Miami Pedal Pub: Arts District Party Bike Pub Crawl: $58


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Port-au-Prince and Miami, we can see that Miami 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 Miami 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 Miami would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Miami 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 Miami Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Port-au-Prince or Miami?

Port-au-Prince has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Miami. When comparing the sizes of Port-au-Prince and Miami, 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.