A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Curitiba vs. Pereira for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Curitiba or Pereira?

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 Pereira 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 Pereira?

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.

Pereira

Situated in a small valley in the western Andes, Pereira is the capital city of Risaralda, Colombia. The city is surrounded by coffee producing agriculture and sits in the middle of a triangle of cities including Bogota, Medillin and Cali, each of which is about a three to five hour drive away.

The city itself is very much student oriented, as there are many universities around town and at least one quarter of the population is made up of students. There is also a very European vibe to the city and you will find the area beautiful with many parks and museums.

Pereira's economy is based on government, agriculture, manufacturing, logistics, trade, commerce, and tourism. Agricultural products include sugarcane, cacao, rubber, cereals, coffee, and livestock. Apparel is the main manufacturing product, along with aluminium goods, motorcycles and telecommunications technology.

Pereira is found in a warm moorland area with an average temperature of around 72 degrees. The temperatures remain relatively consistent throughout the year with highs in the high 70s Fahrenheit to low 80s Fahrenheit. Low temperatures are usually in the low 60s Fahrenheit. Rain is heaviest during the months of April and May as well as October and November.

Which place is cheaper, Pereira or Curitiba?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Curitiba is $76, while the average daily cost in Pereira is $62. 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 Pereira in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Curitiba $31
    Pereira $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Curitiba $62
    Pereira $50
Compare Hotels in Curitiba and Pereira

Looking for a hotel in Curitiba or Pereira? 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 Curitiba


Hotels in Pereira


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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 Pereira Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Curitiba $17
    Pereira $20
Typical Local Transportation prices in Curitiba

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


  • Taxi Ride
    $2.04

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 PrivateTransfers Round Trip or One Way: $115
  • 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: $333
  • Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport: $106
  • Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Porto Belo Port : $76
  • Private Transfer from Curitiba City Hotels to Porto Belo Port: $76
  • Private Transfer from Curitiba City to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $35

Typical Local Transportation prices in Pereira

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Pereira are as follows:


  • Short Taxi Ride
    $1.13

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pereira

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pereira:

  • Pereira Airport (PEI) to Santa Rosa Cabal - Round-Trip Transfer: $129
  • Pereira Airport(PEI)to Santa Rosa Cabal- Arrival Private Transfer: $64
  • Santa Rosa Cabal to Pereira Airport PEI - Departure Transfer: $64
  • Private Transfer Pereira to Salento (or vice versa): $44
  • One way transfer from Pereira to Salento AND/OR Salento to Pereira: $40
  • One-Way Private Transfer from Matecaña Airport: $12

Is it cheaper to fly into Curitiba or Pereira?

Prices for flights to both Pereira 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Curitiba $30
    Pereira $22
Typical Food prices in Curitiba

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


  • Chips
    $0.92

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: $32
  • Curitiba's History Food Tour: $70
  • Curitiba Tour by Night with Dinner: $94
  • 4-Hour City-By-Night Tour with Dinner: $212

Typical Food prices in Pereira

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pereira:


  • Hamburger
    $1.60

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pereira

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

  • Private Traditional Colombian Cooking Class in Pereira: $72

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Curitiba $20
    Pereira $17

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: $5.13
  • Walking tour from past to present: $11
  • Arte Bike Tour - Bike Tour with Kuritbike: $26
  • Half Day Curitiba Sightseeing Tour: $31
  • Private City Tour - Top Postcards from Curitiba by Pinheiro Turismo: $42
  • Historic City Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $42
  • Interparks Cycling Tour Curitiba for small groups: $52
  • A private city tour: $53
  • Gastronomic Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $54
  • Curitiba City Tour: $58
  • CRAFT BREWERS TOUR By Jens Tours: $59
  • Serra do Mar, Antonina and Morretes Train Tour from Curitiba by Jens Tours: $92

Tours and Activities in Pereira

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

  • Coffee Heritage, A multisensory experience: $100
  • 3 Day Private Tour Authentic Coffee Experience in Colombia: $130
  • 3-Day Exclusive Tour in Quindío: Salento, Cocora, Filandia, Coffee and Chocolate: $583
  • Chocolate Tour - Wonders of the Cacao: $189
  • Chocolate Tour and tropical Fruits: $363
  • City Tour Historic Center of Manizales in Caldas: $46
  • Cocora Valley and Salento Hike Tour: $105
  • Cocora Valley and Salento Horseback Riding Day Tour: $164
  • Cocora Valley, Salento and Coffee Farm Day Tour : $110
  • Cocora Valley, Salento and Filandia Full-Day Private Tour: $246
  • Cocora, Salento and Coffee Experience: $257
  • Cocora, Salento and Filandia (The daughter of the Andes) Walking Tour in Quindio: $239

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Curitiba $14
    Pereira $14
Typical Alcohol prices in Curitiba

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


  • Beer
    $0.46

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Curitiba and Pereira, we can see that Curitiba is more expensive. And not only is Pereira much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pereira would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pereira 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 Pereira.

Which is Bigger, Curitiba or Pereira?

Curitiba is bigger, and its population is about 3.9 times larger than the population of Pereira. When comparing the population of Curitiba vs. Pereira, 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 and the activities that interest you.

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