Which place is cheaper, Managua or Bangkok?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Bangkok or Managua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Bangkok and Managua can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Bangkok or Managua?
Bangkok
Bangkok: a name synonymous with all things exotic. The vibrant and exciting capital of Thailand is not just a hub for Southeast Asia, but also a destination into itself. Known for an active nightlife and party scene, as well as great food, historic temples, and busy markets, Bangkok offers a diversity to entertain even the most experienced travelers.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Thailand, The Best Wildlife Tours to Thailand, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBangkok $76Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Bangkok is $76, while the average daily cost in Managua is $55. 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 Bangkok and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBangkok $41Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBangkok $82Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Bangkok and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Bangkok or Managua? 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: Bangkok Hotel Prices and Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Bangkok $5.74Managua $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Bangkok are as follows:
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Tuk Tuk to bus station$2.17
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Skytrain Ticket$4.35
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Chao Phraya River Express Ticket$0.87
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Ferry Ride$0.71
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Taxi From Airport$6.79
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Short Taxi Ride$2.45
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Boat Taxi$1.36
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Trains to airport$4.35
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bangkok
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bangkok:
- Don Mueang Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Koh Chang: $300
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK): Transfer to Pattaya: $290
- Bangkok Don Mueang Airport (DMK): Transfer to Pattaya hotels: $290
- Private Transfer from Bangkok to Chiang Mai with 2h of Sightseeing: $261
- Don Mueang Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Koh Chang: $243
- From Damnoen and Maeklong Markets Private Transfer: $232
- Private Transfer from Don Mueang (DMK) Airport to Trat: $216
- Bangkok Hotel Transfer: to/from Koh Chang Hotel Transfer: $216
- Private Transfer from Ayutthaya to Hua Hin: $213
- From Pattaya Private Day Trip with Transfer: $200
- Private Transfer from Don Muang Airport to Koh Chang Hotel: $199
- Bangkok transfer: From/ To Laem Sok Pier: $188
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Managua Augusto Sandino Airport(MGA) to Managua- Arrival Transfer: $33
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Bangkok or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Bangkok 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 dayBangkok $18Managua $17
Typical Food Prices in Bangkok
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Bangkok:
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Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe (for Two)$24
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Casual Lunch of Prawns (for Two)$5.43
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2 Rotis (Bread)$1.22
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Mango & Sticky Rice$0.82
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Lunch at KFC (for Two)$5.43
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Pad Thai$1.90
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Airport Lunch for 2$15
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Lunch for 2$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bangkok
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bangkok.
- Bangkok Food Tour and Sightseeing with Tuktuk: $16
- White Orchid Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $19
- Chao Phraya Princess Dinner Cruise Ticket: $20
- Baiyoke Observation Deck with Lunch/Dinner Buffet: $21
- River Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $23
- Meridian Sunset Dinner Cruise - Floating Paradise From ICONSIAM Bangkok: $23
- Calypso Cabaret Show with Thai Set Dinner: $25
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise on the Chao Phraya Princess: $26
- Chao Phraya Buffet Dinner Viva Alangka Cruise: $27
- Viva Alangka Chao Phraya Dinner Cruise: $27
- Alangka Luxury Buffet Dinner Cruise With Live Music: $27
- Riverside Dinner Buffet Cruise On Chao Phraya: $27
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Bangkok $16Managua $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Bangkok
Here are a few typical costs in Bangkok for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Movie Ticket$4.35
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Grand Palace Entrance Ticket$9.51
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Wat Pho (Reclining Buddha) Ticket$1.36
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Dusit Zoo Entrance Fee (for Two)$5.43
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Club Cover Charge$10
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Thai Boxing Tickets (for Two)$65
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Fish Pedicure$4.08
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Wat Pho entrance ticket$2.72
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Siriraj Museum (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Bangkok
Here are a few actual costs in Bangkok for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Group Tour from Bangkok: $65
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Ayutthaya Historic Park Tour Group Tour from Bangkok: $55
- Bangkok 5 Hour Cultural & Temples Tour Private: $82
- Full-Day Erawan Waterfall and River Kwai Private Guided Tour: $150
- Maeklong Railway & Floating Market Tour (Private & All-Inclusive): $146
- Private Customized Bangkok Tour With Driver : $50
- Sunset Sail, Glittering Temspls at Afternoon Ayutthaya Tours : $59
- Tuk-Tuk Tour Bangkok By Night With Chinatown Street: $64
- 1 Hour Axe Throwing Experience : $17
- 10 Hours Private Tour Ayuttaya: $113
- 2-Day River Kwai Experience from Bangkok: $224
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- Private lava tour-Masaya Volcano from Managua: $49
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- PRIVATE Laguna de apoyo day pass + masaya volcano lava tour: $70
- PRIVATE Boat ride + Colonial city tour at Granada+Catarina lookout: $80
- PRIVATE Day trip Granada Isletas +Colonial City tour from Managua: $80
- Managua City Tour: $84
- PRIVATE Boat tour + Granada City +Masaya Volcano Night Tour : $85
- full tour Somoto Canyon Nicaragua: $86
- PRIVATE Boat tour+Granada City and Catarina lookout from Managua: $88
- Managua City Tour: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBangkok $5.95Managua $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Bangkok
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Bangkok are as follows:
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Beer$1.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Bangkok
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bangkok:
- Pub Crawl and Club Night With Shots & VIP Entrance: $22
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Bangkok and Managua, we can see that Bangkok is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Bangkok is in Asia and Managua is in Central 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Bangkok would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bangkok than you might in Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Bangkok Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Bangkok or Managua?
Bangkok has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Bangkok and Managua, 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 Bangkok or Managua?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Bangkok or Managua in the Summer?
Both Managua and Bangkok during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Bangkok because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
Managua gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Managua. Bangkok gets 155 mm (6.1 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the summer, Bangkok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Managua. Bangkok gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun.
Bangkok is around the same temperature as Managua in the summer. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 29°C (84°F) in July, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBangkok 29°C (84°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Managua in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Bangkok and Managua. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Bangkok year-round. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Also, May to October is the rainy season in Bangkok. Managua receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Bangkok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Managua. Bangkok gets 242 mm (9.5 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In Bangkok, it's very sunny this time of the year. Bangkok usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Managua during autumn. Bangkok gets 206 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In the autumn, Bangkok is around the same temperature as Managua. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Bangkok in October average around 28°C (83°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBangkok 28°C (83°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Managua in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Bangkok as well as Managua. Bangkok attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
Also, November to February in Bangkok is the dry season. Bangkok usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Bangkok gets 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Managua. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Bangkok this time of the year. In the winter, Bangkok often gets more sunshine than Managua. Bangkok gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun.
In January, Bangkok is generally around the same temperature as Managua. Daily temperatures in Bangkok average around 27°C (80°F), and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBangkok 27°C (80°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Bangkok or Managua in the Spring?
Both Managua and Bangkok are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Bangkok throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The rainy season in Bangkok is May to October. In April, Bangkok usually receives more rain than Managua. Bangkok gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
It's quite sunny in Managua. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Bangkok. Bangkok usually receives more sunshine than Managua during spring. Bangkok gets 262 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
Bangkok is around the same temperature as Managua in the spring. The daily temperature in Bangkok averages around 31°C (87°F) in April, and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBangkok 31°C (87°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Bangkok
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (80°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (85°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 31°C (87°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 30°C (86°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 29°C (85°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 29°C (84°F) | 155 mm (6.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (83°F) | 344 mm (13.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (83°F) | 242 mm (9.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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