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

Should you visit Asuncion or Mexico City?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion or Mexico City, 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 Mexico City?

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.

Mexico City

Mexico City is one of the largest and most populated cities in the world. There are an estimated 26 million people living in the greater Mexico City metropolitan area. The area is about 60 kilometers by 40 kilometers and is surrounded by tall mountains and volcanoes on three sides. Mexico City proper has about 8.8 million people and is the capital of the country. More than a third of the country's economy is based here, making it the wealthiest city in all of Latin America.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Mexico, and The Best Cultural Tours in Mexico.


Which place is cheaper, Mexico City 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 $75, while the average daily cost in Mexico City is $194. 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 Mexico City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Asuncion $21
    Mexico City $35
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Asuncion $42
    Mexico City $70
Compare Hotels in Asuncion and Mexico City

Looking for a hotel in Asuncion or Mexico City? 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 Mexico City


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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 Mexico City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Asuncion $8.23
    Mexico City $11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion

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

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

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mexico City

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mexico City:


  • Metro
    $0.99
  • Uber Ride
    $3.47

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mexico City

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

  • Transfer to and from Mexico City Airport: $9.99
  • Transfer Mexico city Airport - Mexico city Downtown hotels: $18
  • Transfer Mexico City - Taxco - Acapulco (2 days): $83
  • Transfer Airport - hotel in Mexico City: $80
  • Toluca hotels to Toluca Airport TLC Departure Private Transfer: $65
  • Toluca Int Airport (TLC) to Toluca - Arrival Private Transfer: $65
  • Toluca Airport TLC to Toluca Hotels Round Trip Private Transfer: $130
  • Toluca Airport TLC to Toluca Hotels Arrival Private Transfer: $65
  • Teotihuacan: Balloon Flight w/ Breakfast & Transfer: $37
  • TRANSFER to the balloon flight in Teotihuacan. From 1-6 people: $205
  • Six Flags Tickets and Transfer: $124
  • Private pick up Mexico City Airport Transfer to Hotels in Mexico City: $140

Is it cheaper to fly into Asuncion or Mexico City?

Prices for flights to both Mexico City 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 $28
    Mexico City $39

Typical Food Prices in Mexico City

For Mexico City, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Lunch for Two
    $11
  • Coffee and Snacks
    $3.87
  • Dinner for 2
    $23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mexico City

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

  • Mexico City Street Food Tour (Private) - Best Rated: $29
  • Private Street Food Tour Mexico City - Best rated : $35
  • Art and Food Tour with Lunch: $50
  • Local Markets & Food Tour in Mexico City: $50
  • Secret Food Tour: Mexico City Old Town: $62
  • Historic Center Food Tour with a Local Guide: $64
  • Secret Food Tours Mexico City: $65
  • Coyoacan Food Tour with a Local Guide: $69
  • Mexico City Food Tour: Coyoacan Local Experience: $71
  • Flamenco Tablao Live Show & dinner: $83
  • Flamenco Live Show and Dinner in Mexico City: $83
  • Private Mexican Cooking Lesson in a Coyoacan Apartment: $86

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Asuncion $15
    Mexico City $13

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
  • Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
  • Asuncion : Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour): $34
  • Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
  • Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
  • Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $64
  • Cultural City 3 Hour Tour in Asuncion by Bus: $115
  • Day Tour “Cerrito”: $231
  • Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
  • Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
  • Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
  • Full day Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour: $230

Tours and Activities in Mexico City

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

  • Discover Mexico City’s (CDMX) Gay (LGBTQ) Hotspots Guided Tour: $103
  • Mexico City Tour and Visit Chapultepec Castle. Private service: $100
  • One Day Mexico City Bus Tour with Major Landmarks: $85
  • Private Tour Teotihuacan Essentials: $129
  • Private Tour from your Hotel to the Pyramids of Teotihuacan: $89
  • Private Walking Tour Historic Center of Mexico City: $118
  • 100% private tour in Chapultepec Castle & around (with transport): $67
  • 2 hours Gastronomic mexican private tour: $40
  • 3 Hour Xochimilco Boat Tour and Fiesta in Mexico City: $70
  • 3-Hour Coffee Tour in Mexico City: $64
  • 3-Hour Private Experience at San Juan Market: $90
  • 3X1 Teotihuacan, Basilica of Guadalupe, Tlatelolco and tequila tour: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Asuncion $9.66
    Mexico City $17
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 Mexico City

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mexico City:

  • CDMX Pub Crawl: Mexico City Bar Crawl: $23
  • NORTH ROME NORTH CDMX BEER TOUR (Get to know 4 brewery places): $47
  • Best Bar Crawl at Downtown: $49
  • Polanco: Private Wine Tasting in with Cheese: $79
  • Zona Rosa Pub Crawl Experience: $85
  • Teotihuacan´s Best Balloon Flight: Pyramids and Brewery tours : $120
  • Historic Center from Above © Rooftop Bar Crawl: $129
  • Polanco: Premium Foodie Tour with Wine Tasting: $148
  • Teotihuacan Full Day: Balloon flight+Pyramids Tour and Craft Brewery: $233
  • Third Largest Monolith in the World:Bernal with wine tasting: $235


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asuncion and Mexico City, we can see that Mexico City 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 Mexico City 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 Mexico City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mexico City 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 Mexico City Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Asuncion or Mexico City?

Mexico City has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Asuncion. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion and Mexico City, 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.