Which place is cheaper, Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas?
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 Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas?
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.
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas is in the far south of Chile and has a long history of maritime commerce, oil extraction, and sheep farming. It's the most populated city on the Strait of Magellan and has all the facilities you might need as a traveler, including banks, markets, drugstores and equipment shops. With a population of about 130,000, the city is a comfortable place to spend time. It serves as a base for Antarctic expeditions, although many expeditions also start in Ushuaia, Argentina, and Christchurch New Zealand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Brazil, The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Curitiba Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCuritiba $90Punta Arenas $79
The average daily cost (per person) in Curitiba is $90, while the average daily cost in Punta Arenas is $79. 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 Punta Arenas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCuritiba $29Punta Arenas $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCuritiba $58Punta Arenas $64
Compare Hotels in Curitiba and Punta Arenas
Looking for a hotel in Curitiba or Punta Arenas? 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 Punta Arenas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Curitiba $15Punta Arenas $1.80
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$1.88
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Curitiba
Also for Curitiba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Porto Belo Port : $265
- Private Transfer from Porto Belo Port to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $265
- Private Transfer from Porto Belo Port to Curitiba City Hotels: $265
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City Hotels to Porto Belo Port: $265
- Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $212
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport: $109
- Afonso Pena Airport CWB to Beach Resorts : Arrival Transfer: $106
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Curitiba - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $95
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Curitiba - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $74
- Curitiba to Curitiba Airport (CWB) - Departure Private Transfer: $48
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Curitiba - Arrival Private Transfer: $48
- Shared Transfer: Curitiba International Airport: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Punta Arenas
Also for Punta Arenas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Punta Arenas to Puerto Natales: $267
- Oneway Private Transfer from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas: $37
- Transfer Airport Punta Arenas : $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Curitiba or Punta Arenas?
Prices for flights to both Punta Arenas 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 $47Punta Arenas $36
Typical Food Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Curitiba:
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Chips$0.84
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: $36
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $70
- Curitiba Tour by Night with Dinner: $95
Typical Food Prices in Punta Arenas
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Punta Arenas:
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Donut$1.05
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Dinner$25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Curitiba $19Punta Arenas $6.44
Tours and Activities in Curitiba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Curitiba.
- Full Day Tour to Vila Velha and Buraco do Padre: $160
- 4 Hour City Tour in Curitiba: $73
- 8-hour guided tour of the Dutch Colonies of Paraná: $203
- 8h full city tour in Curitiba: $94
- CRAFT BREWERS TOUR By Jens Tours: $72
- Complete Tour to Ilha do Mel: $157
- Discover Vila Velha State Park Tour and Witmarsum Colony: $163
- Experience the Best of City Tour Highlights: $59
- Full-day tour in Curitiba: $78
- Gastronomic Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $81
- Guided tour to the Canyon of Guartelá: $189
- Half Day Curitiba Sightseeing Tour: $43
Tours and Activities in Punta Arenas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Punta Arenas.
- Bike Tour in Punta Arenas, 100% local tour.: $70
- Cruises Shore Excursions : City tour Cruises Regular: $70
- For Cruise-ship passengers: Magdalena Island (Penguins): $200
- Fuerte Bulnes Shore Tour for Cruisers in Punta Arenas: $80
- Full day Torres del Paine from Punta Arenas ,Regular tours: $180
- Guided Tour of Punta Arenas and Fort Bulnes: $300
- King Penguin & Tierra del Fuego Tour: $154
- King Penguin & Tierra del Fuego Tour: $154
- Magallanes National Reserve and Punta Arenas City Tour: $165
- Magdalena Island Penguin Boat Tour and Marta Island: $165
- Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas: $160
- Magdalena Island Penguin Tour by Boat from Punta Arenas: $160
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCuritiba $13Punta Arenas $4.86
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$0.42
Typical Alcohol Prices in Punta Arenas
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Punta Arenas:
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Alcohol$7.33
When comparing the travel costs between Curitiba and Punta Arenas, we can see that Curitiba is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Curitiba Expensive? and Is Punta Arenas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Curitiba or Punta Arenas?
Curitiba has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Punta Arenas. When comparing the sizes of Curitiba and Punta Arenas, 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.