Should I Visit Brasilia or Las Vegas for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Brasilia or Las Vegas?

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 Las Vegas can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Brasilia or Las Vegas?

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.

Las Vegas

Las Vegas has long been the gambling capital of the United States. Known as "Sin City," it is a hot spot for bachelor and bachelorette parties, but in recent years it has seen a dramatic increase in weddings and business conferences. It is the largest city in the state of Nevada and one of the most visited and well known cities in the country. It is located in the Mojave Desert in South Nevada and has a very arid climate with very hot and dry summers. The average high in July is 104 degrees Fahrenheit, but as many people like to say "its a dry heat." Winters are cooler and pleasant with highs around 60 degrees Fahrenheits. Snow is very rare but the surrounding mountains are often topped with snow during the winter months.

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Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas 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

Las Vegas Prices
USA Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Brasilia $89

Las Vegas $369

The average daily cost (per person) in Brasilia is $89, while the average daily cost in Las Vegas is $369. 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 Las Vegas in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Brasilia $29

Las Vegas $158
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Brasilia $58

Las Vegas $316

Compare Hotels in Brasilia and Las Vegas

Looking for a hotel in Brasilia or Las Vegas? 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: Brasilia Hotel Prices and Las Vegas Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Brasilia $18

Las Vegas $53

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Las Vegas are as follows:

24 Hr Bus Pass

$15
24 hrs Deuce Bus

$7.00
Taxi from Airport to the Strip

$36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Las Vegas:

Airport Transfer: $64
Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Business Car: $193
Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Luxury Car: $161
Arrival Private Transfer: Las Vegas Airport LAS to Las Vegas in Luxury Van: $145
Arrival Transfer: Airport LAS to Las Vegas by Luxury SUV: $139
Arrival Transfer: Private Luxury 8 Passenger Limousine Service: $176
Departure Private Transfer: Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport LAS in Business Car: $193
Departure Private Transfer: Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport LAS in Luxury Car: $162
Departure Private Transfer: Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport LAS in Luxury Van: $124
Departure Private Transfer: Las Vegas to Las Vegas Airport by electric vehicle: $89
Departure Transfer: Las Vegas to Airport LAS in Luxury SUV: $139
From Las Vegas Airport - Transfer to Hotel: $95

Is it cheaper to fly into Brasilia or Las Vegas?

Prices for flights to both Las Vegas 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 $46

Las Vegas $139

Typical Food Prices in Las Vegas

Some typical examples of dining costs in Las Vegas are as follows:

Coffee

$5.00
Deep Fried Twinkie

$1.07
Chocolate Dip Banana

$1.07
Gelato

$5.95

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas

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

Wranglers Gone Rock Firelight Barn Dinner Theater: $49
Guest Artists Chuck Wagon Dinner Show in Henderson: $49
Handmade Truffles Cooking Class in Las Vegas: $65
Manila Filipino Cooking Class: Meryenda Favorites: $65
Butter Chicken Curry Cooking Class in Las Vegas: $65
Manila Food Tour Experience with Venus: $70
Makati Street Food tour Experience with Mari: $73
Private Manila Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $75
Las Vegas Downtown walking Secret Food Tour: $84
Market Tour and Provincial Filipino Cooking Class in the Countryside: $88
Marriage Can Be Murder Dinner Show in Las Vegas: $100
'Fremont Flavors' - Vegas Food Tour : $110

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Brasilia $16

Las Vegas $78

Tours and Activities in Brasilia

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

Brasilia : Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $56

Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Las Vegas are as follows:

Wedding Chapel

$139
Atomic Testing Museum (two people)

$12
Gondola Ride (4 person)

$64
Monorail Ride

$5.00
NY NY Rollercoaster

$14
Circus Circus Adventure Dome Day Pass

$26

Tours and Activities in Las Vegas

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Las Vegas are as follows:

Las Vegas Strip: Exploration Game and Tour: $6.76
Ghost of Quest Experience: $6.76
Downtown Las Vegas Self Guided Audio Walking Tour : $7.75
Welcome to Fabulous Las Vegas Sign Audio Tour : $9.99
Las Vegas’ Glitter Gulch, Ghosts and Gangsters: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Dowtown Las Vegas: $10
Scavenger Hunt Adventure in Henderson by 3Quest Challenge: $10
Las Vegas Natural History Museum Admission Ticket: $14
Full-Day Private Self-Guided Hoover Dam & Lake Mead Audio Tour : $15
Las Vegas Strip Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour : $15
Lake Mead & Valley of Fire State Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
Las Vegas Strip: The High Roller at The LINQ Ticket: $18

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Brasilia $12

Las Vegas $55

Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Las Vegas:

Burlesque Hall of Fame Museum Admission: $12
Off The Beaten Path Bar Crawl: $15
Off The Beaten Path Bar Crawl: $15
Mobsters, Casinos, and Speaky Bar Crawl: $36
Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl (party bus add-on option): $36
Bars Unknown: The Original Las Vegas Strip Bar Crawl: $39
Bars Unknown: The Original Las Vegas Strip Bar Crawl: $39
Las Vegas Bar Crawl by Party Bus with Free Drinks: $49
Zombie Burlesque Comedy Musical Show Ticket: $50
Las Vegas Fremont Street Bar Crawl: $50
Country Bar Crawl by Party Bus w/ Mixed Drinks: $59
Fantasy Burlesque Show at Luxor Hotel & Casino: $61

How are these travel costs calculated?

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

Which is Bigger, Brasilia or Las Vegas?

Brasilia has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Las Vegas. When comparing the sizes of Brasilia and Las Vegas, 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.

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

Should you visit Brasilia or Las Vegas?

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

Where Should I go: Brasilia or Las Vegas?

Brasilia

Las Vegas

Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas or Brasilia?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Brasilia and Las Vegas

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas

Is it cheaper to fly into Brasilia or Las Vegas?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Las Vegas

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Brasilia

Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas

Tours and Activities in Las Vegas

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas

Which is Bigger, Brasilia or Las Vegas?

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Should you visit Brasilia or Las Vegas?

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

Where Should I go: Brasilia or Las Vegas?

Brasilia

Las Vegas

Which place is cheaper, Las Vegas or Brasilia?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Brasilia and Las Vegas

Local Transportation

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Las Vegas

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Las Vegas

Is it cheaper to fly into Brasilia or Las Vegas?

Food

Typical Food Prices in Las Vegas

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Las Vegas

Entertainment

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Typical Entertainment Prices in Las Vegas

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Sample the Local Flavors in Las Vegas

Which is Bigger, Brasilia or Las Vegas?

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