A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Brisbane vs. Caracas for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Brisbane or Caracas?

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 Brisbane and Caracas can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Brisbane or Caracas?

Brisbane

Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.

Caracas

Caracas is the capital city of Venezuela, and also the country's largest city. It's in the northern portion of the country and is close to the Caribbean. While Caracas may not be a major travel destination in Venezuela, it can offer interesting insight into the country's urban character. It has a great art, culinary, and music culture that truly bring the city to life. The beautiful Mount Avila overlooks the city and separates the city from the Caribbean Sea. Many locals and visitors alike head to the mountain as a quick escape. You can reach it by taking a cable car that carries you up to the SWaraira Repano Park at the very top.


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For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Australia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Australia.


Which place is cheaper, Caracas or Brisbane?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Brisbane is $148, while the average daily cost in Caracas is $0.00. 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 Brisbane and Caracas in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Brisbane $78
    Caracas -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Brisbane $156
    Caracas $0.00
Compare Hotels in Brisbane and Caracas

Looking for a hotel in Brisbane or Caracas? 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 Brisbane


Hotels in Caracas


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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: Brisbane Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Brisbane $17
    Caracas -
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:


  • Airtrain to the City
    $9.42
  • Go Card
    $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane

Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Airport Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Car: $142
  • Airport Transfer: Brisbane to Brisbane Airport BNE in Luxury Car: $142
  • Arrival Private Transfer: Brisbane Airport BNE to Brisbane in Luxury Van: $130
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $55
  • Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
  • Brisbane Airport Private Transfer Service to Brisbane City: $108
  • Brisbane Airport to Noosa Private Transfer for 2: $248
  • Brisbane Airport to Sunshine Coast Transfer Service: $53
  • Brisbane Airport: One-Way Private Transfer to Brisbane city: $42
  • Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast: $50
  • Brisbane Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Brisbane hotels: $202
  • Brisbane hotels to Brisbane Airport (BNE) - Departure Private Transfer: $55

Is it cheaper to fly into Brisbane or Caracas?

Prices for flights to both Caracas and Brisbane 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
    Brisbane $52
    Caracas -
Typical Food Prices in Brisbane

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:


  • Hamburger Lunch
    $5.03
  • Cup of Coffee
    $1.88
  • Chinese Food Lunch
    $7.85
  • Ice cream
    $3.46
  • Japanese Meal
    $13
  • Smoothie
    $4.08
  • Japanese Soup
    $7.23
  • Coffee & Muffin
    $4.40
  • Morning Mint Tea
    $2.20
  • Veggie Burger & Chips
    $8.80
  • Bread
    $1.63

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane

For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Vertigo Dinner – Dining on the Edge: $159
  • Local Icons Food Tour: $340

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Brisbane $23
    Caracas -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane

For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Concert Tickets
    $13

Tours and Activities in Brisbane

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.

  • True Crime Tour: $22
  • Fortitude Valley Historical Crime Walking Tour: $22
  • Winery Tour and Tasting: $22
  • Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour: $23
  • Solve a Detective Case in a themed adventure: $25
  • Sightseeing River Cruise with Morning Tea: $31
  • Midday River Guided Sightseeing Cruise: $31
  • Afternoon Sightseeing Cruise on the Brisbane River: $31
  • City Walking Tour 90 minutes: $31
  • Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour - The Original: $32
  • Toowong Cemetery Ghost Tour - The Other Side: $32
  • Brisbane River Cruise 12.30pm: $32

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Brisbane $48
    Caracas -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:


  • Evening at the Bar
    $9.42
  • Sixpack of Beer
    $8.80
  • Guiness Beer
    $5.34
  • Sixpack of Beer
    $8.16

Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:

  • XXXX Beer Brewery Tour & Beer Tasting: $24
  • XXXX Brewery Tour: $24
  • Stone & Wood Brewery Tour: $29
  • Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High-Speed Boat: $95
  • Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High Speed Boat Tour in Brisbane : $97
  • Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting in Brisbane: $97
  • Hop on Hop off Wine tasting tour to Tamborine Mountain: $100
  • Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $121
  • Gold Coast Full Day Brewery Tour: $128
  • Mount Tamborine Deluxe Wine Tasting with Two Course Lunch: $128
  • Hinterland Heritage Wine Tour : $129
  • Deluxe Wine Tour to Tamborine Mountain, includes two course lunch: $142


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

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


Which is Bigger, Brisbane or Caracas?

Caracas has a larger population, and is about 89% larger than the population of Brisbane. When comparing the sizes of Brisbane and Caracas, 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 Brisbane or Caracas?

Brisbane has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Caracas experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Brisbane or Caracas in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Brisbane as well as Caracas. The summer months attract visitors to Brisbane because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Caracas throughout the year.

In January, Brisbane is generally around the same temperature as Caracasin July. Daily temperatures in Brisbane average around 25°C (77°F), and Caracas fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caracas. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brisbane this time of the year. In the summer, Brisbane often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Caracasin July. Brisbane gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caracas receives 242 hours of full sun.

Brisbane receives a lot of rain in the summer. Brisbane usually gets more rain in January than Caracasin July. Brisbane gets 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures January and July
    Brisbane 25°C (77°F) 
    Caracas 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Brisbane or Caracas in the Autumn?

Both Caracas and Brisbane are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene are the main draw to Brisbane this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Caracas because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Brisbane is cooler than Caracas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Brisbane averages around 22°C (71°F) in April, and Caracas fluctuates around 28°C (83°F)in October.

It's quite sunny in Caracas. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. Brisbane usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Caracas during autumn. Brisbane gets 214 hours of sunny skies, while Caracas receives 208 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Brisbane. In April, Brisbane usually receives more rain than Caracasin October. Brisbane gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures April and October
    Brisbane 22°C (71°F) 
    Caracas 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Brisbane or Caracas in the Winter?

Both Caracas and Brisbane during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Brisbane for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Caracas year-round.

In the winter, Brisbane is much colder than Caracas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Brisbane in July average around 15°C (59°F), and Caracas averages at about 26°C (78°F)in January.

In Caracas, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Brisbane. In the winter, Brisbane often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Caracasin January. Brisbane gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caracas receives 233 hours of full sun.

Brisbane usually gets more rain in July than Caracasin January. Brisbane gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures July and January
    Brisbane 15°C (59°F) 
    Caracas 26°C (78°F)

Should I visit Brisbane or Caracas in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Brisbane and Caracas. Many visitors come to Brisbane in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city. Caracas attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Brisbane is generally cooler than Caracasin April. Daily temperatures in Brisbane average around 21°C (69°F), and Caracas fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).

In Brisbane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Brisbane usually receives more sunshine than Caracas during spring. Brisbane gets 259 hours of sunny skies, while Caracas receives 183 hours of full sun in the spring.

In October, Brisbane usually receives more rain than Caracasin April. Brisbane gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Caracas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures October and April
    Brisbane 21°C (69°F) 
    Caracas 27°C (80°F)

Typical Weather for Caracas and Brisbane

Brisbane Caracas
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C (77°F) 169 mm (6.7 in) 26°C (78°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Feb 25°C (77°F) 152 mm (6 in) 25°C (78°F) 17 mm (0.7 in)
Mar 24°C (75°F) 146 mm (5.7 in) 26°C (78°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Apr 22°C (71°F) 112 mm (4.4 in) 27°C (80°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
May 19°C (66°F) 104 mm (4.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Jun 16°C (61°F) 77 mm (3 in) 28°C (82°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Jul 15°C (59°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 27°C (81°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Aug 16°C (61°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 28°C (82°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Sep 18°C (65°F) 33 mm (1.3 in) 28°C (83°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 21°C (69°F) 93 mm (3.7 in) 28°C (83°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Nov 23°C (73°F) 107 mm (4.2 in) 28°C (82°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 24°C (76°F) 127 mm (5 in) 26°C (80°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)