Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Antwerp?
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 Antwerp or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Antwerp and Manaus can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Antwerp or Manaus?
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
Manaus
Manaus is a Brazilian city, capital of the state of Amazonas, and is located on the Rio Negro a few miles before it meets the Rio Solimões to form the Amazon River. The city is a major departure point for those visiting the Amazon Rainforest, though there are a few sights worth seeing within the city itself as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Belgium, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntwerp €152Manaus €56
The average daily cost (per person) in Antwerp is €152, while the average daily cost in Manaus 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 Antwerp and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntwerp €71Manaus €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntwerp €142Manaus €70
Compare Hotels in Antwerp and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Antwerp or Manaus? 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: Antwerp Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antwerp €12Manaus €6.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Transfer Antwerp <-> Luxembourg (1 to 8pl): $192
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Business Car: $256
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $191
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $179
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $190
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) -Departure Private Transfer: $55
- 24-hour Hotel Transfer to Manaus Airport: $16
- 24-hour transfer from airport to hotel in Manaus: $17
- 24h Private Transfer Service Hotel to Manaus Airport: $23
- Manaus Airport(MAO) to Manaus hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $57
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $60
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $109
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Privado Transfer Aeroporto to Hotel Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge: $171
- Private Transfer Group 24h Hotel to Airport in Manaus: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Antwerp or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Antwerp 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 dayAntwerp €68Manaus €18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- Private Authentic Indian Cooking Class in Antwerp with Aastha : $124
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $42
- Food Tour: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antwerp €8.21Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Antwerp Steenplein Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $6.41
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Antwerp : $298
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $43
- A Taste of Antwerp Tasting Tour: $3.57
- Antwerp Beer Tour: Discover the Diamond City Liquid Gems: $240
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $36
- Antwerp Christmas Market Tour With A Professional Guide: $255
- Antwerp Jewellery Tour in Collabration with Diamond Museum DIVA: $232
- Antwerp Private Beer Tour: $234
- Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $65
- Antwerp Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $298
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $5.82
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Manaus Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Walking Tours in Manaus: $36
- MUSA and INPA Museums with Observation Tower Tour: $50
- Half-Day City Tour: $54
- Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River: $55
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $55
- Manaus City Tour e Musa: $60
- Manaus Sightseeing Tour: $64
- Meeting of the Waters & Pink Dolphin Tour with Lunch: $65
- Solimoes River Piranha Fishing and Alligator Watching Tour: $66
- Full-Day Package Tour in Presidente Figueiredo : $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntwerp €18Manaus €2.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Crawl : $72
- Private Wine Tasting in Boomgaardstraat Antwerp: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antwerp and Manaus, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antwerp is in Europe and Manaus 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 Manaus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manaus 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp than you might in Manaus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antwerp Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antwerp or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Antwerp and Manaus, 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 Antwerp or Manaus?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Manaus is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Antwerp has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Antwerp or Manaus in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Antwerp as well as Manaus. Most visitors come to Antwerp for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Antwerp is much colder than Manaus in the summer. The daily temperature in Antwerp averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antwerp this time of the year. In the summer, Antwerp often gets more sunshine than Manausin January. Antwerp gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Antwerp usually gets less rain in July than Manausin January. Antwerp gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAntwerp 17°C (63°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Manaus in the Autumn?
Both Manaus and Antwerp are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Antwerp is much colder than Manaus. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Antwerp in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F)in April.
Antwerp usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Manaus during autumn. Antwerp gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. In October, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Manausin April. Antwerp gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAntwerp 12°C (54°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Manaus in the Winter?
Both Manaus and Antwerp during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
It's quite cold in Antwerp in the winter. In January, Antwerp is generally much colder than Manausin July. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 3°C (38°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Manaus, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Antwerp often gets less sunshine than Manausin July. Antwerp gets 47 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets less rain in January than Manausin July. Antwerp gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAntwerp 3°C (38°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Manaus in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antwerp and Manaus. Many travelers come to Antwerp for the activities around the city.
Antwerp is much colder than Manaus in the spring. The daily temperature in Antwerp averages around 8°C (47°F) in April, and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F)in October.
Antwerp usually receives less sunshine than Manaus during spring. Antwerp gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun in the spring.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Manausin October. Antwerp gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAntwerp 8°C (47°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Antwerp
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |
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