Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Auckland?
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 Auckland 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 Auckland and Manaus can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Auckland or Manaus?
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
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 Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAuckland $170Manaus $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Auckland is $170, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $66. 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 Auckland and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAuckland $99Manaus $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAuckland $198Manaus $82
Compare Hotels in Auckland and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Auckland 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: Auckland Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Auckland $17Manaus $7.63
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.47
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [PRIVATE] Airport Transfer from/to Auckland Airport: $108
- VIP / Premium Airport Transfers: $84
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland HTL-APT (AKL): $38
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland APT-HTL (AKL): $38
- Rotorua to Auckland - Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Caves: $188
- Private Transfer From Cruise Ships To Auckland Airport : $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland City To Auckland Airport Oaks: $72
- Private Transfer From Auckland CBD Hotels To Cruise Ship: $96
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Thames: $201
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To North Shore Auckland : $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Hibiscus Coast: $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Cambridge : $180
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer service from Iberostar (Port) to Manaus Airport: $23
- Transfer from Manaus Airport to Manaus City: $45
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Eduardo Gomes International Airport: $64
- Serviço de Transfer Privado 24h Aeroporto - Hotel em Manaus: $25
- Private Transfer Group 24h Hotel to Airport in Manaus: $112
- Privado Transfer Aeroporto to Hotel Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge: $171
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $109
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $60
- Manaus Airport(MAO) to Manaus hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $57
Is it cheaper to fly into Auckland or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Auckland 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 dayAuckland $46Manaus $21
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $93
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $101
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $102
- Waiheke Island: Private Sunset Wine Tour & 2 Course Dinner: $392
- Māori Evening Dinner and Private Show Experience: $519
- From Kiwi Bird Encounter & 3-Course Dinner Tour: $550
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.Auckland $27Manaus -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$119
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour : $96
- Cathedral Cove & Hot water beach -Full Day Tour: PRIVATE TOUR : $270
- Hobbiton Lord Of Rings Movie Set tour Private Driver : $198
- Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland: $249
- 24 day Greatest Of All Tours Small Group Tour: $3,447
- 4 hours Auckland Friday Night Tour : $78
- 6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland: $174
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories: $12
- AUCKLAND CITY Full Day Tour with War Memorial Museum and Mt Eden: $155
- Half-Day CITY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR - Mt.Eden, Tamaki Dr: $86
- Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: $117
- America’s Cup 2-Hour Sailing Experience Waitemata Harbour: $122
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure: 4-hour hike in the Amazon rainforest: $150
- Amazon Experience: Indigenous culture and nature phenomenon: $78
- Amazon Experience: meet a native village and swim with porpoises: $77
- Amazon Jungle Experience with Overnight: $300
- Amazon Jungle: 3- or 4-Day Tour at Ipanema River Guest House: $180
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Amazon Private Safari by Tuhiri Eco Tour - Leaving Manaus: $199
- Amazon Rainforest Tour, Trails, Jungle, Caves and Waterfalls: $165
- Amazon River Safari Boat Tour- Full Day Group Tour: $70
- Amazonas: 2, 3, or 4-Day Tour: $220
- City Tour Plus Amazon River Tour: $100
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAuckland $13Manaus $2.72
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Island Wine Tour & Local Wine Tasting: $110
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $119
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $159
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $165
- Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue: $168
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $180
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $180
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $183
- City Tour with Wine Tasting and Black Sand Beach: $217
- Shore Excursion from Auckland - Private Tour & Wine Tasting: $278
- Waiheke Island Scenic Wine Tour: $301
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Auckland and Manaus, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Auckland is in Pacific 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland 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 Auckland Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Auckland or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Auckland. When comparing the sizes of Auckland 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 Auckland or Manaus?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Auckland or Manaus in the Summer?
Both Manaus and Auckland are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Auckland for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Auckland is cooler than Manaus in the summer. The daily temperature in Auckland averages around 20°C (68°F) in January, and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Auckland. Auckland usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during summer. Auckland gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. In January, Auckland usually receives less rain than Manaus. Auckland gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryAuckland 20°C (68°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Manaus in the Autumn?
Both Manaus and Auckland during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Auckland because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Auckland is much colder than Manaus. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Auckland in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In the autumn, Auckland often gets more sunshine than Manaus. Auckland gets 162 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun.
Manaus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Auckland usually gets less rain in April than Manaus. Auckland gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilAuckland 16°C (61°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Manaus in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Auckland and Manaus. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Auckland this time of year.
In July, Auckland is generally much colder than Manaus. Daily temperatures in Auckland average around 11°C (52°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Manaus this time of the year. Auckland usually receives less sunshine than Manaus during winter. Auckland gets 141 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun in the winter.
Auckland gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Auckland usually receives more rain than Manaus. Auckland gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyAuckland 11°C (52°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Manaus in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Auckland as well as Manaus. Many travelers come to Auckland for the beaches and the activities around the city.
Auckland is much colder than Manaus in the spring. The daily temperature in Auckland averages around 14°C (58°F) in October, and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In the spring, Auckland often gets more sunshine than Manaus. Auckland gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Auckland usually gets less rain in October than Manaus. Auckland gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberAuckland 14°C (58°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Auckland
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.