Which place is cheaper, San Pedro de Atacama or Fortaleza?
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 Fortaleza or San Pedro de Atacama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fortaleza and San Pedro de Atacama 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: Fortaleza or San Pedro de Atacama?
Fortaleza
A major city on Brazil's northeastern coast and the capital city of Ceara state, Fortaleza is best characterized by its city landscape lined with beaches and palm trees. It also features some great seafood as well as long-standing folk traditions in culture and dance.
San Pedro de Atacama
San Pedro de Atacama is a gateway to northern Chile. It is a good jumping off point for exploring the area's impressive landscape, most of which is included in the Los Flamencos National Reserve. It is popular with both Chilean and international tourists, and because of its popularity, it is a relatively expensive destination, with many prices comparable to what you might pay in Santiago.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Brazil, The Best Budget Tours to Brazil, The Best Tours for Seniors to Chile, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Chile.
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Fortaleza Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFortaleza $88San Pedro de Atacama $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Fortaleza is $88, while the average daily cost in San Pedro de Atacama is $74. 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 Fortaleza and San Pedro de Atacama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFortaleza $30San Pedro de Atacama $34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFortaleza $60San Pedro de Atacama $68
Compare Hotels in Fortaleza and San Pedro de Atacama
Looking for a hotel in Fortaleza or San Pedro de Atacama? 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: Fortaleza Hotel Prices and San Pedro de Atacama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fortaleza $21San Pedro de Atacama $9.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fortaleza
Also for Fortaleza, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer to Beach Park: $11
- Transfer leaving from the Fortaleza waterfront to Beach Park: $9.14
- Transfer from hotels in Orla Marítima to Fortaleza Airport: $18
- Transfer from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara: $32
- Transfer from Fortaleza Airport to Hotels in Orla Marítima: $9.14
- Transfer 4x4 Regular Service Fortaleza - Jericoacoara: $90
- Transfer 4x4 Fortaleza x Jericoacoara or Jericoacoara x Fortaleza: $213
- Shared Transfer from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara: $240
- Shared Transfer from Fortaleza to Cumbuco: $117
- Shared Transfer from Fortaleza to Aquiraz: $106
- Round trip transfer to Jericoacoara: $63
- Private transfer in 4X4 Fortaleza A Jeri or Jeri A Fortaleza: $203
Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Pedro de Atacama
Also for San Pedro de Atacama, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 3 Perfect Days in Atacama + Airport Transfer: $224
- Atacama Airport Private Transfer: $99
- Puritama Hot Springs Experience with Transfer and Entrance: $90
- Calama Airport Transfer to Atacama / Airport Lodging: $60
- Astronomical Tour in San Pedro de Atacama includes transfer, photo, and cocktail.: $53
- Puritama Hot Springs Transfer Tour: $45
- Atacama Airport Shuttle Transfer: $44
- Stargazing Experience with Transfer: $44
- Shared Transfer to Calama Airport (CJC): $41
- TRANSFER TO PURITAMA HOT SPRINGS: $40
- Etno-Stargazing Tour with Transfer: $40
- Etno-Stargazing Tour with Transfer: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Fortaleza or San Pedro de Atacama?
Prices for flights to both San Pedro de Atacama and Fortaleza 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 dayFortaleza $42San Pedro de Atacama $27
Typical Food Prices in San Pedro de Atacama
For San Pedro de Atacama, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Empanadas$1.35
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Lunch$11
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Dinner$12
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Drink$1.01
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Empanada$5.62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Pedro de Atacama
For San Pedro de Atacama, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Local haute cuisine tasting menu dinner: $135
- Private Dinner Under the Stars: $300
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fortaleza $15San Pedro de Atacama $22
Tours and Activities in Fortaleza
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fortaleza.
- Águas Belas Tour: $15
- 3 Beaches in 1 Day Tour Leaving Fortaleza: $13
- Beach Park Full-Day Trip Including Brief Tour of Fortaleza: $35
- Beach of Beautiful Waters + Barra Nova (including Buggy Tour): $53
- Canoa Quebrada Beach Tour with Nettour: $20
- Canoe Quebrada Full Day Tour - Departure from Fortaleza by Vitorino Turismo: $24
- City Tour Fortaleza - Full Day Cumbuco Beach Tour by Nettour: $26
- City Tour and Praia Futuro Beach: $163
- City-Tour Private in Fortaleza learn about acity and its history: $91
- Cumbuco Beach Tour: $11
- Cumbuco in 1 Day: Unforgettable Tour: $31
- Exploring Cumbuco: 1-Day Adventure: $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in San Pedro de Atacama
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for San Pedro de Atacama's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Sand Boarding$60
Tours and Activities in San Pedro de Atacama
For San Pedro de Atacama, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Astronomical Adventure in San Pedro de Atacama": $35
- 2 Tours Valley of the Moon and Hidden Lagoons: $120
- 3 Days and 4 Tours in San Pedro de Atacama: $220
- 3 Main Tours in San Pedo de Atacama: $181
- 4 TOUR IN ATACAMA IN 3 DAYS: $230
- 4 Tours in 3 Days in San Pedro de Atacama: $198
- 5 Fantastic Tours in the Atacama Desert in 3 Days: $216
- 6-hour tour to Valle del Arcoíris: $51
- ASTRONOMICAL TOUR: $48
- Adventure in Piedras Rojas: From Plains to Mountains: $90
- Adventure in Piedras Rojas: From Plains to Mountains: $90
- Adventure in Customize Your Experience: $1,100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFortaleza $10San Pedro de Atacama $5.29
Typical Alcohol Prices in San Pedro de Atacama
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in San Pedro de Atacama:
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Alcohol$26
Sample the Local Flavors in San Pedro de Atacama
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in San Pedro de Atacama:
- Stargazing Tour with Photos and Wine Tasting: $41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fortaleza and San Pedro de Atacama, we can see that Fortaleza is more expensive. And not only is San Pedro de Atacama much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to San Pedro de Atacama would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in San Pedro de Atacama 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 Fortaleza would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fortaleza than you might in San Pedro de Atacama.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fortaleza Expensive? and Is San Pedro de Atacama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fortaleza or San Pedro de Atacama?
Fortaleza has a larger population, and is about 1200 times larger than the population of San Pedro de Atacama. When comparing the sizes of Fortaleza and San Pedro de Atacama, 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.