Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Florianopolis?
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 Florianopolis or Ushuaia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Florianopolis or Ushuaia? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Florianopolis or Ushuaia?
Florianopolis
With a population of almost 500,000, Florianopolis is the capital city of the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil. The city is split between mainland Brazil and Santa Catarina Island.
Florianopolis has grown in popularity with tourists recently because of its wonderful scenery, beautiful beaches, and fascinating culture. Many Brazilians have also moved here, leaving behind the big cities of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Florianopolis has a warm humid subtropical climate. There are summer, winter, spring and fall seasons. Frosts are rare but do occur occasionally. Highs during the warmest months are usually in the high 70s Fahrenheit. Rain is evenly distributed throughout the year and there is no distinct dry season.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a city on the Tierra del Fuego island of Argentina on the Beagle Strait. The city is considered to be one of the southernmost cities in the world and is often used as a base for cruises to Antarctica. Ushuaia's close proximity to Antarctica and their amazing hiking trails have made it a popular tourist destination over the past few decades.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to Brazil, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Brazil, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFlorianopolis $74Ushuaia $0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Florianopolis is $74, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $0.00. 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 Florianopolis and Ushuaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFlorianopolis $25Ushuaia -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFlorianopolis $50Ushuaia $0.00
Compare Hotels in Florianopolis and Ushuaia
Looking for a hotel in Florianopolis or Ushuaia? 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: Florianopolis Hotel Prices and Ushuaia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Florianopolis $13Ushuaia -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florianopolis
Also for Florianopolis, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip transfer from Florianópolis Airport to Bombinhas: $228
- Private Transfer from Florianópolis Airport to Bombinhas: $115
- Private Transfer from FLN Airport to the City Balneario Camboriú : $81
- Transfer Hotels in Florianópolis/Airport - private: $67
- Shared transfer from Florianópolis airport to Balneário Camboriú: $56
- Private Transfer Florianópolis Airport to City Center: $31
- Hercilio Luz Airport - North Island Transfer: $13
- Shared Transfer: $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia
Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ushuaia:Trekking Glaciar & Ice Caves W/Lunch and Transfer: $176
- Transfers to Cerro Castor: $20
- Shared One-way Airport Transfer: $7.00
- National Park, Train and Navigation. Airport transfer included: $204
- Husky Trekking with Transfer: $62
- Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transfer: $112
- Complete Husky Experience + Buoy Park with Transfer: $124
- Antarctic Experience W/Snowmobile Ride & Transfer: $242
- Airport Transfer: $10
- Ushuaia to Ushuaia Airport (USH) - Departure Private Transfer: $25
- Ushuaia city to Ushuaia Airport(USH) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Ushuaia Low cost Transfers: $17
Is it cheaper to fly into Florianopolis or Ushuaia?
Prices for flights to both Ushuaia and Florianopolis 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 dayFlorianopolis $36Ushuaia -
Typical Food Prices in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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A Quick Snack$0.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia
For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Adventure and Snow Moto + Buffet Lunch or Pizza Rodizio + Transfer: $96
- Beaver Sighting with Dinner off Lake Fagnano: $170
- Ushuaia City Tour: Vespertine Tour with Dinner: $189
- Snowmobile + Snowshoeing + Huskies + Skiing + Lunch or Pizza Buffet: $195
- Tierra del Fuego National Park PM - with Dinner included: $210
- Discovering Lakes Escondido and Fagnano with sunset dinner: $210
- Puerto Almanza and Punta Paraná Tour with Dinner: $210
- Tierra del Fuego National Park: vespertine tour with dinner: $210
- Snow and Fire with Dinner in Firepit, Sledge Ride and Snowmobile: $250
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Florianopolis $25Ushuaia -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florianopolis
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Florianopolis's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Internet$0.56
Tours and Activities in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Balneário Camboriú tour and cable car ride from Florianópolis: $39
- Blumenau City Tour - departing from Florianópolis: $40
- Blumenau City Tour from Florianópolis: $40
- Bombinhas Beach and 4 Islands Tour: $21
- Cinematic Kayak Tour: The Best of Florianópolis: $59
- Discover Florianópolis: Full Day City Tour and Local Highlights: $27
- Florianópolis city tour (full day): $21
- Florianopolis Bike Tour: Photography, History & Street Food: $86
- Florianopolis Walking Tour - History, Art and Gastronomy: $17
- Floripa City Tour by Bus - Whole Island - The Most Complete City Tour: $35
- Floripa by Night: The Local Party Tour: $299
- Lagoinha do Leste Hiking and Photography Adventure : $58
Tours and Activities in Ushuaia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.
- 3-Hour Tour Sailing through the Beagle Channel: $105
- 4×4 Off Road Tour to Escondido and Khami Lakes: $200
- 4W4 Adventure in Lagos Full Day with Roast : $170
- 4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego: $167
- 4x4 Adventure at Lago Fagnano from Ushuaia: $236
- 4x4 Lake Fagnano Adventure from Ushuaia: $218
- 5-Hour National Park + City tour - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $205
- 5.5-Hour Nat Park w/ Hiking *Shore Excursion* USHUAIA (Shared tour for cruises): $150
- 5hrs of Trekking Experience in Martial Glacier: $115
- Adventure in the Lakes Fueguinos quadricycles and Patagonian lamb: $238
- Adventure through Lagos 4X4 in Ushuaia: $162
- Albino's Eye Glacier Full-Day Trekking Tour from Ushuaia: $286
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFlorianopolis $8.34Ushuaia -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florianopolis
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florianopolis from other travelers:
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Beer$0.56
Sample the Local Flavors in Ushuaia
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ushuaia:
- Photo tour and Wine Tasting in Ushuaia City: $115
- City tour and Wine tasting: $115
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florianopolis and Ushuaia, we can see that Florianopolis is more expensive. And not only is Ushuaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ushuaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ushuaia 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 Florianopolis would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Florianopolis than you might in Ushuaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florianopolis Expensive? and Is Ushuaia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Florianopolis or Ushuaia?
Florianopolis has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Ushuaia. When comparing the sizes of Florianopolis and Ushuaia, 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.
When is the best time to visit Florianopolis or Ushuaia?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Florianopolis or Ushuaia in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Florianopolis and Ushuaia. The summer months attract visitors to Florianopolis because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In January, Florianopolis is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Florianopolis average around 25°C (76°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Florianopolis usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during summer. Florianopolis gets 198 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 169 hours of full sun in the summer.
Florianopolis gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Florianopolis usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Florianopolis gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryFlorianopolis 25°C (76°F)Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Florianopolis or Ushuaia in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Florianopolis as well as Ushuaia. The hiking trails and the shopping scene are the main draw to Florianopolis this time of year.
Florianopolis is much warmer than Ushuaia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Florianopolis averages around 22°C (71°F) in April, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the autumn, Florianopolis often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Florianopolis gets 179 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 74 hours of full sun.
Florianopolis usually gets more rain in April than Ushuaia. Florianopolis gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilFlorianopolis 22°C (71°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Florianopolis or Ushuaia in the Winter?
Both Ushuaia and Florianopolis are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Florianopolis for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Ushuaia can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Florianopolis is much warmer than Ushuaia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Florianopolis in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Florianopolis usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during winter. Florianopolis gets 170 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Florianopolis usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Florianopolis gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyFlorianopolis 17°C (62°F)Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Florianopolis or Ushuaia in the Spring?
Both Ushuaia and Florianopolis during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Florianopolis in the spring for the beaches.
In October, Florianopolis is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Florianopolis average around 20°C (68°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Florianopolis often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Ushuaia. Florianopolis gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 156 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Florianopolis. Florianopolis usually gets more rain in October than Ushuaia. Florianopolis gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberFlorianopolis 20°C (68°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Florianopolis
| Florianopolis | Ushuaia | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (76°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 173 mm (6.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (71°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (67°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 95 mm (3.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 20°C (68°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 22°C (71°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (74°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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.