A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Sao Paulo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Sao Paulo?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Sao Paulo, 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: Accra or Sao Paulo?

Accra

Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.

Sao Paulo

With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.


Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Accra?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $31, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $56. 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 Accra and Sao Paulo in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Accra $15
    Sao Paulo $27
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Accra $30
    Sao Paulo $54
Compare Hotels in Accra and Sao Paulo

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Sao Paulo? 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 Accra


Hotels in Sao Paulo


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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: Accra Hotel Prices and Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Accra $13
    Sao Paulo $5.27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

  • Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
  • Historic Slave Walking Tour of Jamestown with Transfers: $127
  • City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $120
  • Kotoka Airport Exclusive Wheelchair Accessible Transfers!: $115
  • Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $110
  • Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car: $107
  • Airport & City Transfers: $100
  • Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
  • Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport to Accra: $75
  • Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
  • Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $40

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo

Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City - Sao Paulo Airport (GRU): $22
  • Private Transfer Sao Paolo Airport GRU to Sao Paolo City: $27
  • Private One Way Transfer from Sao Paulo Airport to Sao Paulo: $27
  • Private One Way Transfer from Sao Paulo to São Paulo Airport: $27
  • Transfer CGH Airport Congonhas <> Sao Paulo city / Hotel: $32
  • Viracopos Airport (VCP) to São Pedro Thermal Arrival Transfer: $38
  • Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Águas de Lindoia-Arrival Transfer: $38
  • Receptive and Transfer Airports, Cities and Coast: $39
  • Transfer Guarulhos Airport (GRU) to São Paulo City Center: $40
  • Transfer São Paulo City Center to Guarulhos Airport (GRU): $45
  • Transfer GRU airport Guarulhos <> Sao Paulo / Hotel / CGH airport: $57
  • Private Transfer from Liberdade to Sao Paulo (GRU) Airport: $58

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Sao Paulo?

Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo and Accra 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
    Accra $7.70
    Sao Paulo $23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

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

  • Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
  • Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $45
  • Cooking Class: $75
  • Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $87
  • Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
  • Cooking Class with Auntie KK in Osu: $89
  • Private 1 to 2 Hours Street Food Tour in Ghana: $100
  • Ghanaian Cooking Class Authentic Tour: $100
  • Private Crescendo Foods Cooking Class Experience in Accra: $116
  • Savor & Learn: Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Experience: $128
  • Ghanaian Market Tour and Cooking Experiences!: $144
  • Quad Biking, Landmark Tours and Dinner in Aburi: $210

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo

For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
  • Street Food Tour in São Paulo with a Local Guide: $240

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Accra $2.76
    Sao Paulo $3.61

Tours and Activities in Accra

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:

  • Accra E-waste and Recycling experience in Agbogbloshie: $100
  • Cape Coast Elmina Kakum Park Private Day Tour: $165
  • Cape Coast Root ,History, & Active Adventure tour: $174
  • 2-day Tour of Downtown Accra: $216
  • 3 Days Special Tour of Ghana: $950
  • 6 Hours Cape Coast Tour: $210
  • 6-Day Electric Enchantment-Off the grid Tour: $1,650
  • 6-Hour Private Guided Accra City Tour: $75
  • 7 Hours Cape Coast Tour From Accra: $174
  • A Day tour to the Cape Coast Castle and Kakum National Pack: $180
  • Aburi ATV - Quad Biking and Waterfall Private Tour : $280
  • Aburi Botanic Gardens and Boti Falls Full-Day Private Tour: $180

Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.

  • São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.19
  • Sao Paulo 360 Guided Tour: $26
  • São Paulo Must-see Attractions Walking Tour with a Guide: $27
  • Discover Sao Paulo History Guided Tour: $30
  • São Paulo: 2 Hour Immersion Waling Tour in Paulista Avenue: $31
  • Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo : $31
  • Night Walking Tour through the Bars of the Augusta Street: $31
  • São Paulo Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $38
  • Sao Paulo, Pinheiros - Food & Graffiti Tour (2,5hr Food included): $54
  • São Paulo: 2 Hours - Liberdade "Street Food" Tour: $54
  • City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day: $64
  • São Paulo’s Full Day City Tour: Main City Sights in 7 Hours – (Shared Group): $79

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Accra $3.95
    Sao Paulo $3.14

Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:

  • Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $72
  • Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $188


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Sao Paulo, we can see that Sao Paulo is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Sao Paulo is in South 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Sao Paulo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sao Paulo than you might in Accra.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Accra or Sao Paulo?

Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Sao Paulo, 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 Accra or Sao Paulo?

Sao Paulo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Accra or Sao Paulo in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Accra as well as Sao Paulo. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Sao Paulo this time of year.

In the summer, Accra is around the same temperature as Sao Paulo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Accra in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.

It's quite rainy in Sao Paulo. Accra usually gets less rain in July than Sao Pauloin January. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year. October to March in Sao Paulo is the rainy season.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Accra 25°C (77°F) 
    Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Accra or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?

Both Sao Paulo and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Sao Paulo for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In October, Accra is generally a little warmer than Sao Pauloin April. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 26°C (79°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

In October, Accra usually receives around the same amount of rain as Sao Pauloin April. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Sao Paulo is June to August.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Accra 26°C (79°F) 
    Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Accra or Sao Paulo in the Winter?

Both Sao Paulo and Accra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Sao Paulo in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Accra is a little warmer than Sao Paulo in the winter. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 27°C (81°F) in January, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in July.

Accra usually gets less rain in January than Sao Pauloin July. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year. June to August is the dry season in Sao Paulo.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Accra 27°C (81°F) 
    Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Accra or Sao Paulo in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Sao Paulo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Also, most visitors come to Sao Paulo for the activities around the city during these months.

In the spring, Accra is a little warmer than Sao Paulo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Accra in April average around 28°C (82°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 21°C (70°F)in October.

Accra gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Sao Pauloin October. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring. Also, October to March is the rainy season in Sao Paulo.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Accra 28°C (82°F) 
    Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)

Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Accra

Accra Sao Paulo
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 25°C (77°F) 170 mm (6.7 in)
Mar 28°C (82°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 24°C (75°F) 120 mm (4.7 in)
Apr 28°C (82°F) 117 mm (4.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 50 mm (2 in)
May 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in) 21°C (70°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 26°C (79°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 21°C (70°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 23°C (73°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Dec 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 24°C (75°F) 150 mm (5.9 in)