Which place is cheaper, Curitiba or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Buenos Aires, Argentina or Curitiba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Buenos Aires, Argentina and Curitiba 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: Buenos Aires, Argentina or Curitiba?
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
Curitiba
Curitiba is a relatively large city that is convenient to visit if you're traveling to Iguazu Falls from either Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. It is worth a day or two stop over because it has a great old city that has been restored. It's also the capital of Parana, Brazil. Curitiba is one of the more wealthy cities in the southern region of Brazil. It has a diverse population with many immigrants and some interesting cultural events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Argentina, The Best Camping Tours in Argentina, The Best Wildlife Tours to Brazil, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Brazil.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBuenos Aires, Argentina $9.74Curitiba $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $9.74, while the average daily cost in Curitiba is $68. 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina and Curitiba in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBuenos Aires, Argentina $3.92Curitiba $28
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBuenos Aires, Argentina $7.84Curitiba $56
Compare Hotels in Buenos Aires, Argentina and Curitiba
Looking for a hotel in Buenos Aires, Argentina or Curitiba? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices and Curitiba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Buenos Aires, Argentina $1.49Curitiba $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
-
Taxi from Airport$0.13
-
Local Bus$0.00
-
Metro Ride$0.00
-
Taxi to airport$0.03
-
Taxi$0.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Buenos Aires City Tour and Airport Transfer Combo: $298
- Private City Tour & Transfer to the International Airport: $250
- Shore Excursion: Rojo Tango Show Including Private Transfers: $250
- Rojo Tango Show Ticket with Private Transfers From Port & Hotels in Buenos Aires: $229
- Querandi Tango show Vip with private transfer: $210
- Soccer Match in Buenos Aires with Transfers and Local Guide: $201
- Private Transfer from AEP Airport to EZE Airport or Viceversa: $187
- Private Transfer Ezeiza International Airport (EZE) In Buenos Aires: $185
- Small Group Buenos Aires City Tour and Airport Transfer Combo: $172
- Buenos Aires Airport Transfers: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE in Luxury Van: $143
- Buenos Aires Airport Transfers: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires in Luxury Van: $143
- Departure Private Transfers from Buenos Aires to Airport AEP in Luxury Van: $143
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Curitiba:
-
Taxi Ride$1.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Curitiba
Also for Curitiba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $89
- Afonso Pena Airport CWB to Beach Resorts : Arrival Transfer: $44
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Downtown - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Curitiba Airport CWB to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $17
- Curitiba Airport Private Transfer: $100
- Curitiba to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB)- Departure Private Transfer: $18
- Curitiba to Curitiba Airport (CWB) - Departure Private Transfer: $17
- Private Cycling Tour to Morretes - via Estrada da Graciosa / including transfer from Curitiba: $294
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport: $105
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Porto Belo Port : $77
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City Hotels to Porto Belo Port: $77
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Buenos Aires, Argentina or Curitiba?
Prices for flights to both Curitiba and Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 dayBuenos Aires, Argentina $3.08Curitiba $27
Typical Food Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
-
Lunch$0.02
-
Cup of Coffee$0.01
-
Empandas$0.02
-
Espresso$0.01
-
Dinner (Pizza)$0.01
-
Ice Cream$0.01
-
Breakfast at Airport$0.04
-
Dinner (Sandwiches)$0.01
-
Sweets$0.01
-
Hot Dog$0.01
-
Breakfast (Take-Away)$0.01
-
Lunch for 2$0.16
-
Cake and Coffee$0.50
-
Dinner$1.78
-
Powerade$0.11
-
Lunch$0.79
-
Dinner$1.15
-
Chocolate$2.95
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Class: $39
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show Ticket Including Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $39
- Tango Show and Optional Dinner at Esquina Homero Manzi: $42
- La Ventana Tango Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $46
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $46
- Tango Show and Dinner at: Tango Porteño: $54
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $54
- Mansion Tango Show And Dinner: $55
- El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $55
- Private Walking Tour & Argentinian pizzas Tasting: $58
- Tango Show @ El Querandi with Optional Dinner: $59
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Semi Private Transfer: $59
Typical Food Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Curitiba:
-
Chips$0.82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Curitiba
For Curitiba, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bar-hopping and Food Tour in Curitiba: $28
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $70
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $73
- 4-Hour City-By-Night Tour with Dinner: $87
- Curitiba Tour by Night with Dinner: $91
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Buenos Aires, Argentina $3.16Curitiba $18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few typical costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
-
Entry to Japanese Gardens (for 2)$0.04
-
Movie Ticket$0.02
-
Tango Class$0.03
-
Bar entrance$0.55
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2x1: Día de Campo + Tour Nocturno en Buenos Aires: $220
- Experience the Night of Buenos Aires with electric bikes: $47
- 3-Hour Bike Tour Getting to Know the Best of Buenos Aires: $35
- 3-Hour Private Street Art Tour in La Boca and Barraca: $45
- 3-Hour Tour in Buenos Aires Parisian: $45
- 5hs Small Group City Tour of Buenos Aires (optional street food): $35
- 8 Hours Guided Bike Tour in Delta El Tigre: $140
- A Back-Street Beer Brewing Tour of Buenos Aires: $137
- Argentina Motorcycle tour Paseo Costanera Buenos Aires: $40
- Argentine Football Graffiti of Messi and Maradona Tour: $85
- Arrival by Luxury Van Buenos Aires Cruise Port to Buenos Aires: $58
- BA Bike Tour: Elegance & Inequality Unveiled (Max. 6 People): $57
Tours and Activities in Curitiba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Curitiba.
- Ticket MAI - Museum of Indigenous Art - Curitiba: $4.54
- Walking tour from past to present: $11
- Arte Bike Tour - Bike Tour with Kuritbike: $23
- Private City Tour - Top Postcards from Curitiba by Pinheiro Turismo: $37
- Half Day Curitiba Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Curitiba City Tour: $58
- Interparks Cycling Tour Curitiba for small groups: $60
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Curitiba City: $65
- A private 4 hour city tour: $65
- CRAFT BREWERS TOUR By Jens Tours: $67
- Full-day tour in Curitiba: $73
- Gastronomic Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $74
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayBuenos Aires, Argentina $1.71Curitiba $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Buenos Aires, Argentina from other travelers:
-
Beer$0.01
-
Beer (0.66L)$0.02
-
Cocktail$0.03
-
Alcohol$0.63
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Tapas with Expert Sommelier in Buenos Aires: $40
- Wine Tasting at Downtown Buenos Aires Ego Experience: $42
- Wine Tasting of Argentina's Most Classic and Popular Wines: $42
- Tango Lesson and Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires, Argentina: $48
- BA: Wine tour with 5 tastings stops in the heart of Palermo: $49
- Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
- Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
- BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $55
- Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
- Bodega Gamboa Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $85
- Bodega Gamboa Premium Wine Tasting with Lunch: $85
- Argentine Experience: Immersive 6 Course Menu with Wine Tasting : $98
Typical Alcohol Prices in Curitiba
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Curitiba:
-
Beer$0.41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Buenos Aires, Argentina and Curitiba, we can see that Curitiba is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Curitiba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Curitiba than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive? and Is Curitiba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Curitiba?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Curitiba. When comparing the sizes of Buenos Aires, Argentina and Curitiba, 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.
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.