Which place is cheaper, Managua or Berlin?
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 Berlin or Managua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Managua, 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: Berlin or Managua?
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Germany, The Best Bicycle Tours in Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerlin €175Managua €64
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is €175, while the average daily cost in Managua is €64. 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 Berlin and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerlin €64Managua €22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerlin €128Managua €44
Compare Hotels in Berlin and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Berlin 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: Berlin Hotel Prices and Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berlin €18Managua €19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket€1.40
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Bahn Ticket€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer to Hanover or Hanover to Berlin: $726
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $698
- Vienna: Private transfer to Berlin or Berlin to Vienna: $649
- Berlin to Prague Private Transfer: $514
- Private transfer to Dresden or Dresden to Berlin: $508
- Minivan +Transfer+Highlights + Driver+ Guide + Tailor Made: $411
- Private Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers: $352
- Trabi Limousine Airport Transfer with City Tour: $344
- Private Minivan Transfer with Driver and Guide: $308
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin HTL-APT (SXF): $300
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Private Direct Transfer From Berlin to Hamburg, English Speaking Driver: $288
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $157
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Private Transfer in Nicaragua: $110
- Transfer From Managua International Airport: $90
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- Managua Augusto Sandino Airport(MGA) to Managua- Arrival Transfer: $79
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $79
- From One way shared transfer to San Jorge: $59
- One way shared transfer to San Juan del Sur: $57
- San Juan del Sur: One way shared transfer to Managua: $57
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- San Jorge Rivas Transfer: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Berlin 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 dayBerlin €90Managua €29
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go€5.00
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Turkish Sandwich€2.00
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Currywurst€2.00
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2 Pho Noodles€9.00
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)€60
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Mauer Park (2)€11
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Coffees at Impala€7.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $18
- English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $27
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $28
- Mitte Culinary Food Tour: $45
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $46
- Guided Street Food Tour with Tastings: $60
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $80
- Berlin 3-Course Dinner Cruise: $82
- Berlin Street Food Tour by Bike: $89
- 3-Hour Secret Food Tour: $96
- Berlin Food Walking Tour With Secret Food Tours: $99
- Knutschfleck Ticket with Variety Show and Dinner: $102
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berlin €22Managua €15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)€20
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- E-scooter Sightseeing Tours in Berlin: $64
- East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour : $21
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Bus Tour in English from Berlin: $63
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin: $31
- "Bosch&Beyond". The immersive exhibition experience: $21
- 1-hour Sightseeing Boat Cruise Through Historic City Center: $29
- 2 Hour Berlin Small Group Segway Tour: $62
- 2-H Fabulous Berlin Historical Guided Fat Tire Tour: $67
- 2-Hour Luxurious Private VIP - Berlin Fat Tire Tour: $87
- 3 Hour Berlin Guided Small Group Fat Tire E-Scooter Tour: $81
- 3 Hours Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $89
- 3-Hour Alternative Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $41
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- 3 full day tour at Granada, Masaya and Leon area from Managua: $168
- Between Volcanoes Tours; Granada-Masaya.: $155
- Full day tour: Granada + Boat ride+Handicraft Market+Catarina: $100
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Managua City Tour: $84
- Managua City Tour: $98
- Managua Love Stories: A Walking Tour: $93
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $122
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $157
- Masaya Volcano Tour: $53
- Masaya volcano Night Tour: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerlin €16Managua €11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $13
- Pub Crawl & Bar Tour with Free Shots & Club Access: $15
- Cirque du Burlesque Berlin Show Ticket: $15
- Berlin Pub Crawl: $17
- Berliner Berg Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $18
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $23
- Berlin Night Pub Crawl - Shots and Party!: $23
- Original Pub Crawl Berlin: $25
- Wine on Canvas - Paint Workshop and Wine Tasting: $41
- Beer hike in Berlin Experience brewery and craft beer: $58
- Korean rice wine tasting: $68
- New Year’s Eve Pub Crawl with Open Bar in Berlin: $89
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Managua, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Berlin is in Europe 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin 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 Berlin Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Berlin or Managua?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Berlin 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 Berlin or Managua?
Berlin has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Managua experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Berlin or Managua in the Summer?
Both Managua and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Berlin is generally cooler than Managua. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 19°C (66°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Berlin. Berlin usually receives more sunshine than Managua during summer. Berlin gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In July, Berlin usually receives less rain than Managua. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBerlin 19°C (66°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Berlin during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
Berlin is much colder than Managua in the autumn. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Managua. Berlin gets 106 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun.
Managua gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Berlin usually gets less rain in October than Managua. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBerlin 10°C (50°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Managua in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Managua. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Berlin this time of year. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Berlin in the winter. In the winter, Berlin is much colder than Managua. Typically, the winter temperatures in Berlin in January average around -0°C (31°F), and Managua averages at about 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Managua during winter. Berlin gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Berlin usually receives more rain than Managua. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBerlin -0°C (31°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Managua in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Managua. Many travelers come to Berlin for the activities around the city. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
In April, Berlin is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 9°C (47°F), and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Managua. In the spring, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Managua. Berlin gets 160 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun.
Berlin usually gets more rain in April than Managua. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBerlin 9°C (47°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Berlin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 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.