A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Buenos Aires, Argentina vs. Sao Paulo for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

• Buenos Aires, Argentina Prices
  Sao Paulo Prices
• Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $58
  Sao Paulo $43

The average daily cost (per person) in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $58, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $43. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Sao Paulo in more detail.

Accommodation

• Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $23
  Sao Paulo $25
• Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $46
  Sao Paulo $50

Local Transportation

• Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $8.90
  Sao Paulo $4.85

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
  $0.94
• Local Bus
  $0.02
• Metro Ride
  $0.02
• Taxi to airport
  $0.25
• Taxi
  $0.65

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo

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

• Airport Transfer: São Paulo Hotels to GRU International Airport: $50
• CGH Airport transfer Sao Paulo city / Hotel: $38
• Creative & Natural Transfer São Paulo-Paraty: $375
• Departure Private Transfer São Paulo to Guarulhos Airport GRU by Standard Car: $43
• Departure Private Transfer São Paulo to Guarulhos Airport GRU in Business Car: $82
• Departure Private Transfer São Paulo to Guarulhos Airport GRU in Luxury Van: $77
• Guarulhos International Airport Transfer: $100
• Low Cost Private Transfer From Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport to Guarulhos City - One Way: $122
• Low Cost Private Transfer From Governador André Franco Montoro International Airport to São Paulo City - One Way: $122
• Private Airport Transfer: Sao Paulo to Sao Paulo-Guarulhos Int. Airport (GRU): $23
• Private Airport Transfer: Sao Paulo-Guarulhos Int. Airport (GRU) to Sao Paulo: $23
• Private Airport Transfer: Sao Paulo/Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Sao Paulo: $22

Is it cheaper to fly into Buenos Aires, Argentina or Sao Paulo?

Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo 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 day
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $18
  Sao Paulo $12

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
  $0.18
• Cup of Coffee
  $0.10
• Empandas
  $0.13
• Espresso
  $0.07
• Dinner (Pizza)
  $0.11
• Ice Cream
  $0.10
• Breakfast at Airport
  $0.26
• Dinner (Sandwiches)
  $0.07
• Sweets
  $0.04
• Hot Dog
  $0.06
• Breakfast (Take-Away)
  $0.09
• Lunch for 2
  $1.16
• Cake and Coffee
  $3.74
• Dinner
  $13
• Powerade
  $0.82
• Lunch
  $5.88
• Dinner
  $8.56
• Chocolate
  $22

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo

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

• Sao Paulo - Pinheiros Gourmet Food Tour (4 hours tour + 3 dishes included): $45
• Brazilian Cooking Class: $79
• Cooking Class in São Paulo: $268
• Private Food Tour in São Paulo: $278

Entertainment

• Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $19
  Sao Paulo $3.32

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)
  $0.26
• Movie Ticket
  $0.12
• Tango Class
  $0.20
• Bar entrance
  $4.08

Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo

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

• Downtown São Paulo: An audio tour tracing the city's epic history: $5.00
• Virtual Live Tour of Sao Paulo Graffiti Hosted by Artist: $25
• Street art is not for lazy tourists :P: $25
• São Paulo Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $31
• Discover Sao Paulo History Guided Tour: $31
• Paulista Avenue Walking Tour: $31
• Private São Paulo Historic Center Walking Tour: $45
• Small Group Highlights Tour in São Paulo: $49
• City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day: $50
• Alternative City Tour: $50
• Rain Forest Trail - Cantareira Natural Park day tour from São Paulo: $58
• Embu das Artes Largest Handicraft Fair Tour from São Paulo: $58

Alcohol

• Alcohol Drinks for one day
  Buenos Aires, Argentina $10
  Sao Paulo $2.89

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
  $0.08
• Beer (0.66L)
  $0.14
• Cocktail
  $0.21
• Alcohol
  $4.70

Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo

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

• 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $69