“What is the cost of trip to Jamaica?” If that has been the question on mind, then we have the answer for you. Any trip to the Caribbean island of paradise is truly going to be well worth your money. We have taken out the guess work as we have calculated the cost of trip to Jamaica, and broken it down for a 7 day Jamaica itinerary for two people. All you need to do is book everything, pack your bags and enjoy the white sand beaches of Jamaica! We will provide you with a pricing range per person, and in the end, we will summarize the cost of trip to Jamaica for two people.
Cost Of Trip To Jamaica – Cost Of Flights
Flights from USA to Jamaica are going to be the most convenient if you are located in East Coast. Else, if you are flying in from the West Coast like us, they are going to be non-direct and expensive. In this article, we will price it based on flying out from San Francisco to Montego Bay in Jamaica in November, so that you have a good idea of the flight costs. Of course, if you fly in from the East Coast, it is going to be far more economical.
- Business class round trip from West Coast to Montego Bay – $2.6K to $3K
- Premium economy class round trip from West Coast to Montego Bay – $2.6K to $3K (yes, it is the same range as that of business!)
- Economy class round trip from West Coast to Montego Bay – $1.6K to $1.8K
Cost Of Trip To Jamaica – Cost Of Hotels
There is a wide range of resorts in Montego Bay that you can choose from. Since we are pricing this based on a 7 day Jamaica trip, we will only consider all-inclusive resorts that are beachfront properties, and are located in the best regions of the area. The typical price is expected to be in the range of $500 to $650 per night for two, all-inclusive. Email us if you need recommendations on the best resorts to stay in Jamaica!
Cost Of Trip To Jamaica – Cost Of Traveling
Traveling within Jamaica is best done using cabs; leave the driving to the locals and enjoy the surroundings! There are many cab operators that provide their services in Jamaica, just be sure to check for their reviews before booking any of them.
- Round trip airport pick-up on arrival and drop-off on departure – $200
- Day trip within Montego Bay – $100
- Round trip from Montego Bay to Negril – $200 to $300
- Round trip from Montego Bay to Nine Mile – $200 to $300
- Round trip from Montego Bay to Kingston – $400
For the day trips, since the cab will be with you for the entire day, we expect there will be an additional $200 to $300 daily payment as well, which we will not include in our overall cost calculations. It is best you arrange this with the resort directly.
Cost Of Trip To Jamaica – Cost Of Food
Since you will be staying in an all-inclusive resort, your food and drinks are already covered in your hotel cost, except for those days when you will explore the island on day trips. You can budget for around $100 per person for the entire trip to eat outside the resort.
Cost Of Trip To Jamaica – Cost Of Sightseeing
While you can spend a lot of time relaxing at your resort, there are plenty of attractions in Jamaica where you can explore and learn about the Jamaican culture and their history.
- Entry to Montego Bay Cultural Center – $8
- Day tour of Rose Hall Great House – $23
- Glass-bottom boat tour in Negril – $60 to $100
- Entry to Bob Marley Mausoleum – $30
- Tour of Bob Marley Museum – $25 to $40
- Entry to Dunn’s River Falls – $25
Total Cost Of Trip To Jamaica For A 7 Day Trip
Now that you have a good idea of the individual costs, let’s summarize what is the cost of trip to Jamaica for a 7 day trip for a couple.
Flights
- Business class – $5.2K to $6K
- Premium economy class – $5.2K to $6K
- Economy class – $3.2K to $3.6K
Hotels – $3500 to $4550
Transportation – $1100 to $1300
Food – $200
Sightseeing – $340 to $450
Tips to cab drivers, tour operators, resort staff – $250
Total cost for a 7 day trip to Jamaica from the West Coast:
- Traveling in business class – $10.6K to $12.8K
- Traveling in premium economy class – $10.6K to $12.8K
- Traveling in economy class – $8.6K to $10.4K
You can totally choose to skip a trip or an attraction at any of the locations, and bring down the total cost of your trip. However, all of these sights are absolutely recommended to be visited! We can put together a luxurious, relaxing and custom itinerary for you, so email us if you need our help, and you can go ahead and start packing!