A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Asuncion vs. Calgary for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Asuncion or Calgary?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion or Calgary, 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: Asuncion or Calgary?

Asuncion

Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.

Calgary

Calgary is the largest city in Alberta and, located at the edge of the prairie and foothills, it is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. If you're headed to Banff or Jasper, this is likely to be your first stop. It's also Canada's fourth largest city and worth a few days visit. Calgary's economy is diverse, but includes energy, financial services, film and television, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and much more.

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Which place is cheaper, Calgary or Asuncion?

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 Asuncion is $64, while the average daily cost in Calgary is $154. 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 Asuncion and Calgary in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Asuncion $21
    Calgary $73
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Asuncion $42
    Calgary $146
Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Calgary

Looking for a hotel in Asuncion or Calgary? 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 Asuncion


Hotels in Calgary


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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: Asuncion Hotel Prices and Calgary Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Asuncion $8.23
    Calgary $12

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion

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

  • RoundTrip Private Transfer Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $37
  • RoundTrip Transfer in Private Minivan Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $60
  • Transfer in Private Car from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $19
  • Transfer in private car from Asuncion City - Asuncion Airport (ASU): $19
  • Transfer in private minivan Asuncion City - Silvio Pettirosi Airport (ASU): $26
  • Transfer in private minivan from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Calgary

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Calgary:

  • Private Transfers during Calgary Stampede: $72
  • Private Transfer: Calgary Airport to Downtown: $109
  • Private Transfer in Calgary or Calgary Airport to Lake Louise: $163
  • Private Transfer from YYC Airport to Kicking Horse or Panorama: $78
  • Private Transfer from Fernie to Calgary International Airport: $78
  • Private Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Luxury Van: $130
  • Private Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Luxury SUV: $130
  • Private Transfer from Calgary Airport to Sunshine Village : $61
  • Private Transfer from Calgary Airport YYC to Calgary in Business Car: $110
  • Private Shuttle: Airport/Calgary to Canmore/Banff Transfers: $424
  • Private Shuttle from Calgary Airport to Canmore Banff Transfers: $73
  • Private Calgary to Banff One-way Transfer in Luxury Car: $295

Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Calgary?

Prices for flights to both Calgary and Asuncion 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
    Asuncion $16
    Calgary $31

Typical Food Prices in Calgary

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Calgary:


  • Bread, Chips, Cheese
    $8.08

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Calgary

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

  • Light Brunch & Food Tour at Calgary Farmers' Market WEST: $80
  • Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $127
  • Iconic Eats of Calgary Food Tour: $130

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Asuncion $15
    Calgary $15

Tours and Activities in Asuncion

For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Asuncion Highlights Walking Tour with a Guide: $28
  • Asuncion : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $34
  • Walking Tour with a Local in Asuncion "The Mother of Cities": $35
  • Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
  • Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $64
  • Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
  • Golden Triangle Tour: $110
  • Cultural City 3 Hour Tour in Asuncion by Bus: $115
  • Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
  • Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour from Asunción: $160
  • Half-Day Yparacai Lake Tour from Asuncion with Pick Up: $185
  • Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214

Typical Entertainment Prices in Calgary

Here are a few typical costs in Calgary for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Stampede Admission (for 2)
    $22

Tours and Activities in Calgary

Here are a few actual costs in Calgary for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Day Guided Tour in Banff National Park: $293
  • 6-Hour Private City Tour Drive to Calgary Tower: $684
  • Banff & Iconic Lakes: Moraine, Lake Louise & Minnewanka Day Tour: $118
  • Banff Adventure to Lake Louise, Johnston Canyon & Bow Falls: $71
  • Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff: $118
  • Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in small group: $176
  • Banff Explorer Tour w/ Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Private: $358
  • Banff National Park Exclusive Small Group Tour: $94
  • Banff National Park: Full-Day Adventure: $158
  • Banff, Moraine Lake & Lake Louise Tour : $293
  • Banff: Experience Lake Louise & Johnston Canyon Shuttle: $34
  • Banff: National Park Premium Day Tour Calgary/Canmore/Banff: $98

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Asuncion $9.66
    Calgary $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:


  • Beer
    $1.14

Sample the Local Flavors in Calgary

Also in Calgary, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Calgary Brewery and Wine Tours at Award Winning Venues: $82
  • Calgary Brewery Tour: $88


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

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


Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Calgary?

Asuncion has a larger population, and is about 45% larger than the population of Calgary. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion and Calgary, 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.