Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Faro?
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 Faro or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Faro or Guatemala City, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Faro or Guatemala City?
Faro
Faro (or sometimes Faros) is the capital city of the scenic Algarve Region of Portugal, located at the edge of the Ria Formosa National Park. This is a fantastic place to experience the beauty, culture, and traditions of Portugal in laid back atmosphere, away from the hustle and bustle of the larger cities. Faro offers everything from ancient architecture to beautiful beaches all while being surrounded by the natural beauty of the Algarve Region.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFaro €160Guatemala City €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Faro is €160, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is €49. 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 Faro and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFaro €75Guatemala City €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFaro €150Guatemala City €42
Compare Hotels in Faro and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Faro or Guatemala City? 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: Faro Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Faro €9.52Guatemala City €5.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Faro
Also for Faro, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Departure Transfer: Algarve Hotels to Faro Airport: $14
- Faro Airport: Comfortable bus transfer to/from Lagos: $19
- Private Transfer from Faro (FAO) Airport to Faro City: $38
- Faro Airport Private Transfer - Albufeira (Arrival): $41
- Private transfers between Faro and Boliqueime: $44
- Private Faro Airport Transfer to Quinta do Lago: $47
- Faro Airport Private Transfer to or from Vilamoura or Albufeira: $49
- Faro Airport Transfer to Albufeira 4Pax ONE WAY: $52
- Private transfers between Faro and Brisa Sol Hotel Albufeira: $52
- Private transfers between Faro and Júpiter Hotel Albufeira: $52
- Private transfers between Faro and Olhos de Água: $52
- Private transfers between Faro and Balaia Plaza Hotel: $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Panajachel or Atitlan: $254
- Private Museums Tour with Transfers: $225
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Puerto Quetzal Port: $204
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $204
- Private transfer - San Pedro la Laguna to Guatemala City: $200
- Private Transfers from Guatemala city to Panajachel: $200
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Guatemala Airport (GUA) to San Felipe de Lara - Arrival Transfer: $183
- Transfer Private Group Airport to Antigua or Viceversa: $120
- Private Transfer from Guatemala Airport GUA to Lake Atitlán: $96
- Private Transfer from Airport to Santa Catarina Palopó: $88
- Private Transfer From La Aurora AirPort to Panajachel Atitlan: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Faro or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Faro 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 dayFaro €62Guatemala City €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Faro
For Faro, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3 Hours Classic Food Tour in Faro: $114
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Cooking Experience in Guatemala from Market to Table: $23
- Guatemala: Wine and Pizza Tasting Experience: $35
- Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $80
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Food Tour Zona 4: Dinner Date Experience: $125
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza with Great Volcano Views: $205
- Puerto Quetzal: Private Tour Pacaya Volcano 4x4 and Pizza: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Faro €9.41Guatemala City €1.07
Tours and Activities in Faro
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Faro.
- Faro Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $5.76
- Camera Obscura - Tavira Eye - Admission Ticket: $6.98
- Gateway to Algarve: A Faro Walking Tour: $9.99
- Parque da Mina Entrance Ticket: $14
- Cork Factory Tour & Cork Shop: $20
- Faro Self Guided Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $23
- Nature Catamaran Tour from Faro: $29
- Eco Boat Tour in the Ria Formosa Lagoon from Faro: $29
- Short Nature Tour in Ria Formosa Natural Park: $29
- Islands Tour: Half Day Cruise in Ria Formosa Natural Park: $29
- 1 or 2 Hour Speed Boat Tour - Ria Formosa: $33
- Tavira: Guided Table Olives Factory Tour & Tasting Experience: $34
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- 1 Day Lake Atitlan Tour from Guatemala City: $150
- 2-Day Tour: Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlan and Hobbitenango: $299
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $199
- 3-Day Antigua Guatemala and Pacaya Volcano Adventure: $256
- 4-Hour Bike Tour Guatemala City: $70
- Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite: $245
- Antigua City Tour Full Day From Guatemala City: $60
- Antigua City Tour from Guatemala City: $78
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $60
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Tour from Guatemala City: $79
- Antigua Guatemala NIGHT Photo Tour FROM Guatemala City: $125
- Chichicastenango Day Tour from Guatemala City: $115
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFaro €3.13Guatemala City €6.09
Sample the Local Flavors in Faro
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Faro:
- Tour & Wine tasting - Authentic Algarve Flavours by Quinta da Tôr: $23
- Visit to a Family Brewery in Loulé with Tasting: $29
- Discover Tavira - Tapas and Wine Tour: $87
- Tavira Tuk Tuk Tour: Historic Center & Wine Tasting: $97
- Jeep Tour - Tavira, Santa Luzia & Wine Tasting: $139
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Faro and Guatemala City, we can see that Faro is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Faro is in Europe and Guatemala City is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Faro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Faro than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Faro Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Faro or Guatemala City?
Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Faro. When comparing the sizes of Faro and Guatemala City, 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.