Which place is cheaper, Montevideo 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 Montevideo?
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 Montevideo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Antwerp or Montevideo?
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.
Montevideo
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Belgium, The Best Cultural Tours in Belgium, The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, and The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntwerp €152Montevideo €63
The average daily cost (per person) in Antwerp is €152, while the average daily cost in Montevideo is €63. 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 Montevideo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntwerp €71Montevideo €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntwerp €142Montevideo €68
Compare Hotels in Antwerp and Montevideo
Looking for a hotel in Antwerp or Montevideo? 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 Montevideo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antwerp €12Montevideo €6.34
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Private Transfer to Brussels by Luxury Car: $211
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $171
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $160
- Belgium: Private Airport Transfer Service: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1 - way - Transfer from Carrasco Interational Airport to Montevideo: $51
- Airport-Hotel or Hotel-Airport Transfers: $36
- Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo - Arrival Private Transfer: $140
- Carrasco Airport MVD to Montevideo Hotels Round Trip Transfer: $280
- Carrasco Airport(MVD) to Montevideo - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $280
- MVD Airport Private Transfer to Montevideo City Center: $48
- Montevideo Private transfer Airport to Hotel (in or out) : $130
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer - Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Punta Del Este Port: $238
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $86
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport MVD to Punta Del Este Port: $201
Is it cheaper to fly into Antwerp or Montevideo?
Prices for flights to both Montevideo 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 €68Montevideo €20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Montevideo Private Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $70
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $85
- Show + Dinner - El Milongon (No Transport): $86
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango and Folklore: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antwerp €8.21Montevideo €18
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in Antwerp : $226
- 3 Hour Walking Tour at Antwerp on Winter Festive: $226
- 3-Hour Antwerp Bike Tour: $34
- AXE THROWING & CRAFT BEER EXPERIENCE IN ANTWERP: $26
- Antwerp - Private Historic Walking Tour: $370
- Antwerp : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour: $79
- Antwerp Beer Tour: $90
- Antwerp Bike Tours: $32
- Antwerp City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $8.61
- Antwerp Jewellery Tour in Collabration with Diamond Museum DIVA: $210
- Antwerp Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $58
- Antwerp Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $242
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Museo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket: $8.00
- Palacio Salvo Official Ticket with Guided Tour: $13
- Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $25
- Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- Tourist Bus Discover Montevideo: $25
- Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo : $25
- Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - AudioGuided: $26
- City tour Montevideo: $27
- Montevideo : Must-See Sites Walking Tour With A Guide: $30
- Walking tour of Montevideo with a true local guide.: $30
- Shared Montevideo Tour for Cruisers: $30
- City Sightseeing Tour: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntwerp €18Montevideo -
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $61
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $65
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $95
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Half Day Tour at Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $103
- The best wine tour: $140
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $215
- Wine Tasting Tour for Cruise Passengers: $450
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antwerp and Montevideo, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Montevideo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antwerp is in Europe and Montevideo 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 Montevideo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montevideo 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 Montevideo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antwerp Expensive? and Is Montevideo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antwerp or Montevideo?
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Antwerp and Montevideo, 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 Montevideo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Montevideo 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 Montevideo in the Summer?
Both Montevideo and Antwerp during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Antwerp for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Antwerp is cooler than Montevideo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Antwerp in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Montevideo averages at about 24°C (75°F)in January.
In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Antwerp. In the summer, Antwerp often gets less sunshine than Montevideoin January. Antwerp gets 202 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montevideo receives 296 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets less rain in July than Montevideoin January. Antwerp gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAntwerp 17°C (63°F)Montevideo 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Montevideo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Antwerp and Montevideo. Many visitors come to Antwerp in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Antwerp is generally cooler than Montevideoin April. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 12°C (54°F), and Montevideo fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Antwerp usually receives less sunshine than Montevideo during autumn. Antwerp gets 105 hours of sunny skies, while Montevideo receives 171 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Montevideoin April. Antwerp gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAntwerp 12°C (54°F)Montevideo 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Montevideo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Antwerp as well as Montevideo. Most visitors come to Antwerp for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Antwerp can be very cold during winter. Antwerp is much colder than Montevideo in the winter. The daily temperature in Antwerp averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Montevideo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
In the winter, Antwerp often gets less sunshine than Montevideoin July. Antwerp gets 47 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montevideo receives 135 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets less rain in January than Montevideoin July. Antwerp gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAntwerp 3°C (38°F)Montevideo 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Montevideo in the Spring?
Both Montevideo and Antwerp are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the activities around the city.
In the spring, Antwerp is much colder than Montevideo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Antwerp in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Montevideo averages at about 17°C (63°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Montevideo. Antwerp usually receives less sunshine than Montevideo during spring. Antwerp gets 158 hours of sunny skies, while Montevideo receives 248 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. In April, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Montevideoin October. Antwerp gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAntwerp 8°C (47°F)Montevideo 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Montevideo and Antwerp
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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