Which place is cheaper, Roatan or Zurich?
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 Zurich or Roatan?
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 Zurich and Roatan. 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: Zurich or Roatan?
Zurich
Zurich has the biggest connection for trains in Switzerland. It also has the country's biggest and busiest airport. Because of its importance as a transportation center, it is likely to be the first place you visit in Switzerland. It is the financial capital of the country (although, contrary to what you may have thought, not the political capital). It has many international companies, and is home to the country's stock exchange.
Roatan
Your next great vacation lies just thirty miles off the north coast of Honduras. Right above the world's largest coral reef is the island of Roatan. As a popular tourist attraction and standard cruise destination, it's not uncommon to see tons of Americans during your trip. In fact, the cruising industry has had huge impact on the island's culture. While ships are in port, traffic will be heavier and prices may go up. Because of the growth of tourism, most locals speak both Spanish and English.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Switzerland, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Switzerland, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Zurich Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZurich $364Roatan $42
The average daily cost (per person) in Zurich is $364, while the average daily cost in Roatan is $42. 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 Zurich and Roatan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZurich $197Roatan $11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZurich $394Roatan $22
Compare Hotels in Zurich and Roatan
Looking for a hotel in Zurich or Roatan? 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: Zurich Hotel Prices and Roatan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zurich $41Roatan $18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Zurich
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Zurich:
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City Pass (2)$33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zurich
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zurich:
- ZRH Airport to City Centre|Hotels Private Transfer: $42
- Zurich Airport ZRH Private Transfer to Zurich/Lucerne/Interlaken: $48
- Private One-way Airport Transfer from Zurich Airport to Zurich: $71
- Private One-way Airport Transfer from Zurich to Zurich Airport: $71
- Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zurich - Arrival Private Transfer: $80
- Zurich to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Private Transfer : $80
- Transfer from Zurich City Center to Zurich Airport (ZRH): $80
- Transfer from Zurich Airport (ZRH) to Zurich City Center: $84
- Private Transfer from Zurich Hotels to Zurich Airport: $86
- Airport Transfer: Zurich to Zurich Airport ZRH by Business Car: $99
- Airport Transfer: Zurich Airport ZRH to Zurich by Business Car: $99
- Zurich City to Zurich Airport one way Private Transfer : $102
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Roatan
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Roatan are as follows:
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Water Taxi$4.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Roatan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Roatan:
- Chocolate Factory, Rum Factory, Markets, Island Tour, Private Transfer: $50
- Mahogany Bay Cruise Port to Roatan - Arrival Private Transfer: $57
- Roatan to Honduras Airport (RTB)-Departure Private Transfer: $57
- Catch a ride to West End & back to Port, Hotel or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $60
- Roatan Island hotels to Mahogany Bay Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $62
- West Bay Beach, Chocolate, & Rum Factory & Transfer: $67
- Mayan Eden Eco Wildlife Park, City Tour & Private Transfer: $67
- Catch a ride to West Bay & back to Port, Hotel, or Airport (Roundtrip Transfer): $75
- Ground transfers and ticket ferry to Utila or La Ceiba: $80
- West Bay Aquarium Snorkeling, Chocolate & Rum Factory, City Tour plus Transfer: $91
- Roatan East End Cultural Experience, Island Lunch & Private Transfer: $99
- Honduras Roatan Airport (RTB) to Roatan -Round-Trip Transfer: $115
Is it cheaper to fly into Zurich or Roatan?
Prices for flights to both Roatan and Zurich 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 dayZurich $124Roatan $15
Typical Food Prices in Zurich
Some typical examples of dining costs in Zurich are as follows:
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Breakfast for 2$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zurich
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zurich.
- Food Tour of 8+ Tastings with Cheeses & Chocolates: $154
- Zurich Food Tour of 10 Local Delicacies with Cheeses & Chocolates: $156
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Roatan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Roatan.
- Authentic Roatan Cooking Class and Cultural Experience: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zurich $41Roatan $26
Tours and Activities in Zurich
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Zurich are as follows:
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Reading Tour: $6.29
- Schaffhausen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
- Winterthur Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.98
- Zurich Highlights Self guided scavenger hunt and city tour: $12
- The Dark Side of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Zurich in the Mirror of the Past: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $13
- Swiss Finance Museum Admission Ticket: $13
- The Dark Side of Self-Guided Audio City Tour: $13
- Zurich Old Town Walking Tour: 2-Hours: $16
- Swiss National Museum Entry Ticket: $16
- Walking Tour with the Night Watchman: $19
- City Walking Tour Made in Zurich: $19
Tours and Activities in Roatan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Roatan are as follows:
- Organized trips and adventures: $26
- Half-day Shopping & Sightseeing Tour: $33
- Roatan Fun Bus Group Sightseeing Island Private Tour: $37
- Half Day Roatan Sightseeing and Jungle Island Tour: $41
- Roatan Jungle Top Wildlife Guided Eco-Park Tour: $45
- Roatan : Private Customizeble Tour with Driver & Guide: $45
- Customizable Best Of Roatan Island Tour in Honduras: $45
- Private Customize Best of Roatan Island Tour: $45
- Roatan Coxen Hole Tour by Bus: $45
- Roatan Night Snorkel Adventure: $45
- Experience A Comprehensive Real Estate Tour: $46
- Roatan Private Custom Tour History culture Chocolate Rum Sample: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayZurich $34Roatan $6.64
Sample the Local Flavors in Zurich
Also in Zurich, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl Nightlife Tour with Shots and Snacks: $38
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zurich and Roatan, we can see that Zurich is more expensive. And not only is Roatan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zurich is in Europe and Roatan is in Central 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 Roatan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Roatan 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 Zurich would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zurich than you might in Roatan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zurich Expensive? and Is Roatan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zurich or Roatan?
Zurich has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Roatan. When comparing the sizes of Zurich and Roatan, 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.