A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Brasilia vs. Houston for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Brasilia or Houston?

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 Brasilia and Houston can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Brasilia or Houston?

Brasilia

The capital city of Brazil, Brasilia is a uniquely-planned city that was constructed in four years from 1956-1960 in the shape of a large bird or airplane. Renowned for its modern architecture, the city listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and attracts architecture aficionados worldwide.

Houston

The largest city in Texas and the fourth largest in the United States, Houston is a sprawling urban center that has grown from its wealth in the oil industry. Visitors today are drawn to its cultural diversity which has additionally made Houston a foodie destination. Other attractions to Houston include its proximity to NASA's Space Center Houston on the Gulf coast, and its Downtown which features a vibrant museum and arts scene, shopping, and dining.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Brazil, The Best 10-Day Tours in Brazil, The Best 2-Week Tours from San Francisco, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Los Angeles.


Which place is cheaper, Houston or Brasilia?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Brasilia Prices
    Brazil Prices
    Houston Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Brasilia $95
    Houston $287

The average daily cost (per person) in Brasilia is $95, while the average daily cost in Houston is $287. 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 Brasilia and Houston in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Brasilia $31
    Houston $142
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Brasilia $62
    Houston $284
Compare Hotels in Brasilia and Houston

Looking for a hotel in Brasilia or Houston? 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 Brasilia


Hotels in Houston


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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: Brasilia Hotel Prices and Houston Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Brasilia $20
    Houston $72

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Houston

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Houston:

  • Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Galveston Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $193
  • Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Business Car: $108
  • Arrival Private Transfer: George Bush Airport IAH to Houston in Luxury SUV: $109
  • Departure Private Transfer: Houston to George Bush Airport IAH in Luxury SUV: $109
  • George Bush Airport (IAH) to Galveston Port - Arrival Transfer: $193
  • Houston Airport (HOU) to Galveston Arrival Private Transfer: $168
  • Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Houston - Arrival Private Transfer: $81
  • Houston George Bush Airport (IAH) to Houston - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $162
  • Houston George Bush Airport (IAH): Transfer to Houston: $347
  • Houston Private Airport Transfer (IAH) to City: $76
  • Houston Private Transfer from City to Airport (IAH): $76
  • Houston to Houston William P. Hobby Airport (HOU) - Departure Private Transfer: $81

Is it cheaper to fly into Brasilia or Houston?

Prices for flights to both Houston and Brasilia 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
    Brasilia $49
    Houston $60

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Houston

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

  • Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston with Tunnel Access: $70
  • Astroville Food Tour of Downtown Houston: $72
  • Houston Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $85
  • Howdy H-Town EADO Food Tour: $90
  • East Downtown Food Tour: $90
  • Houston Downtown: Secret Food Tours: $90
  • Houston Heights Culture and Food Tour: $95
  • Montrose Food Tour: $97

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Brasilia $17
    Houston $14

Tours and Activities in Brasilia

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

  • Brasilia Tour: $40
  • Brasilia : Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $59

Tours and Activities in Houston

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

  • Downtown Astroville Tunnel Tour in Spanish: $3.00
  • Sights of Downtown Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $7.18
  • Houston Museum of Natural Sciences: Planetarium Ticket: $9.00
  • Houston Self-Guided Audio Tour : $9.00
  • Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Houston by Wacky Walks: $10
  • The Museum of Fine Arts All Access Ticket: $10
  • Houston Rockets NBA Basketball Game Ticket: $11
  • Buffalo Bayou Park Cistern History Tour: $12
  • Houston Botanic Garden Entry Ticket: $13
  • Cistern Art Installation "Haha Real" Entry Ticket: $15
  • Children's Museum Houston Entry Ticket: $20
  • Experience the season with a scavenger hunt in Houston with Holly Jolly Hunt: $20

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Brasilia $13
    Houston $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Houston

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

  • Brewery Pass with Beer Tastings: $50
  • Private Houston Brewery Tour by Cart: $57
  • 2-Hour Downtown Brewery Tour by Electric Cart: $70
  • Private 3-in-1 Sightseeing, Brewery, and Mural Tour of Houston by Cart: $115


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

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


Which is Bigger, Brasilia or Houston?

Brasilia has a larger population, and is about 9% larger than the population of Houston. When comparing the sizes of Brasilia and Houston, 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.