Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Curitiba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Curitiba or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Curitiba and Manaus 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: Curitiba or Manaus?
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.
Manaus
Manaus is a Brazilian city, capital of the state of Amazonas, and is located on the Rio Negro a few miles before it meets the Rio Solimões to form the Amazon River. The city is a major departure point for those visiting the Amazon Rainforest, though there are a few sights worth seeing within the city itself as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Brazil, The Best 10-Day Tours in Brazil, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Brazil, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Brazil.
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Curitiba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCuritiba $93Manaus $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Curitiba is $93, while the average daily cost in Manaus 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 Curitiba and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCuritiba $30Manaus $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCuritiba $60Manaus $84
Compare Hotels in Curitiba and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Curitiba or Manaus? 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: Curitiba Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Curitiba $16Manaus $7.88
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Curitiba:
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Taxi Ride$1.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Curitiba
Also for Curitiba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Transfer: Curitiba International Airport: $45
- Private Transfer from Porto Belo Port to Curitiba City Hotels: $261
- Private Transfer from Porto Belo Port to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $261
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $37
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City Hotels to Porto Belo Port: $261
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Porto Belo Port: $261
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport: $62
- Curitiba to Curitiba Airport (CWB) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Curitiba to Curitiba Airport (CWB) - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Curitiba Airport CWB to Beach Resort -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $208
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Curitiba - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $73
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Curitiba - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer Service Available in the City of Manaus: $178
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $107
- Transfer Group 24h Hotel to Airport in Manaus: $104
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Eduardo Gomes International Airport: $86
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $70
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $60
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- One Way Shared Transfer from hotels to Manaus airport: $49
- Manaus Airport: 1-Hour Shared Transfer to Manaus Hotels: $46
- Transfer from Manaus Airport to Manaus City: $45
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $35
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Curitiba or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Curitiba 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
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Food Meals for one dayCuritiba $49Manaus $21
Typical Food Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Curitiba:
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Chips$0.87
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: $38
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $70
- Curitiba Tour by Night with Dinner: $105
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Food Tour: $70
- Regional Food Tour with Tasting of Typical Dishes: $93
- Dinner with Boi-Bumbá Show and Transfers: $117
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $120
- Amazonian Food Tour with Local Guide: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Curitiba $19Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Curitiba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Curitiba.
- 4 Hour City Tour in Curitiba: $76
- 8-hour guided tour of the Dutch Colonies of Paraná: $211
- 8h full city tour in Curitiba: $115
- CRAFT BREWERS TOUR By Jens Tours: $75
- Complete Tour to Ilha do Mel: $169
- Discover Vila Velha State Park Tour and Witmarsum Colony: $199
- Experience the Best of City Tour Highlights: $67
- Full Day Tour to Vila Velha and Buraco do Padre: $177
- Full-day tour in Curitiba: $84
- Gastronomic Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $84
- Guided tour to the Canyon of Guartelá: $196
- Half Day Curitiba Sightseeing Tour: $49
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure: 4-hour hike in the Amazon rainforest: $150
- Amazon Experience: Indigenous culture and nature phenomenon: $92
- Amazon Experience: meet a native village and swim with porpoises: $90
- Amazon Jungle: 3- or 4-Day Tour at Ipanema River Guest House: $200
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Amazon Private Safari by Tuhiri Eco Tour - Leaving Manaus: $199
- Amazon Rainforest Tour, Trails, Jungle, Caves and Waterfalls: $230
- Amazon River Day Tour – The Ultimate Full-Day Adventure: $140
- Amazon River Stand Up Paddling Tour: $124
- Amazon Safari Tour in Manaus (Shared:): $87
- Amazonas Theatre: Historical City Tour in Manaus + Ebook: $90
- City Tour Plus Amazon River Tour: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCuritiba $14Manaus $2.82
Typical Alcohol Prices in Curitiba
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Curitiba:
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Beer$0.44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Curitiba and Manaus, we can see that Curitiba is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Manaus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manaus 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 Manaus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Curitiba Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Curitiba or Manaus?
Curitiba has a larger population, and is about 8% larger than the population of Manaus. When comparing the sizes of Curitiba and Manaus, 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.