Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Fortaleza?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia?
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 Ushuaia 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 Ushuaia?
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.
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 Adventure Tours to Brazil, The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Wildlife Tours to Argentina, and The Best Eco Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFortaleza $69Ushuaia $11
The average daily cost (per person) in Fortaleza is $69, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $11. 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 Ushuaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFortaleza $30Ushuaia $5.64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFortaleza $60Ushuaia $11
Compare Hotels in Fortaleza and Ushuaia
Looking for a hotel in Fortaleza 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: Fortaleza Hotel Prices and Ushuaia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Fortaleza $21Ushuaia -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fortaleza
Also for Fortaleza, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer Fortaleza to Jericoacoara: $300
- Jericoacoara Private Transfer From Fortaleza: $273
- Private Transfer From FOR to Any Point in Fortaleza City: $270
- 4x4 Transfer Private Service Fortaleza - Jericoacoara: $255
- Departure Private Transfer: Jericoacoara to Fortaleza Airport FOR by Sedan Car: $253
- Transfer 4 X 4 Fortaleza to Jericoacoara or Jericoacoara to Fortaleza: $240
- 4x4 Private Transfer Service : $177
- Private Transfer from Fortaleza to Canoa Quebrada: $173
- Transfer Fortaleza - Jericoacoara: $150
- Departure Private Transfer: Fortaleza City to Fortaleza Airport FOR by Minivan: $117
- Arrival Private Transfer from Fortaleza Airport FOR to Fortaleza by Minivan: $117
- Private Transfer from Fortaleza (FOR) Airport to Flexeiras: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia
Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Airport and Hotel Transfer in Ushuaia: $139
- Private Embarkation Debarkation Transfer: $129
- Private Transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (Ushuaia): $120
- Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transfer: $97
- Transfer from/to the airport: $89
- Private Transfer Airport-Port or Port-Airport (Ushuaia): $55
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia city - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $46
- Shared Transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (Ushuaia): $37
- Transfer Ushuaia Airport - Hotel in Ushuaia - Ushuaia Airport : $35
- Private Transfer from Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Ushuaia Cruise Port to Ushuaia Airport(USH): $28
- Private Transfer Hotel-Bus Station or Bus Station-Hotel (Ushuaia): $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Fortaleza or Ushuaia?
Prices for flights to both Ushuaia 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 $24Ushuaia $2.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fortaleza
For Fortaleza, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Thematic Show with Rotation of Pizzas in Aquiraz: $27
Typical Food Prices in Ushuaia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ushuaia:
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Lunch for Two$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia
For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ushuaia at night: A Snow and Fire dinner, sledding and adventure: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Fortaleza $15Ushuaia $13
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
- Canoa Quebrada Beach Tour with Nettour: $20
- Canoe Quebrada Full Day Tour - Departure from Fortaleza by Vitorino Turismo: $19
- City Tour Fortaleza - Full Day Cumbuco Beach Tour by Nettour: $25
- City-Tour and Fortaleza (central market, cathedral, Fort, Theaters, encetur, P.ferreira: $55
- Cumbuco Beach Tour: $11
- Cumbuco Beach with City Tour from Fortaleza: $16
- Fortaleza City Tour : $26
- Fortaleza Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $31
- Half-Day City Tour: $25
Tours and Activities in Ushuaia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.
- 2-day tour: Tierra del Fuego National Park + Fagnano and Escondido Lakes: $115
- 2-day tour:Tierra del Fuego NP + Beagle Channel Navigation + Fagnano & Escondido: $190
- 3-Hour Navigation Tour in the Beagle Channel with Isla de Lobos: $145
- 3-Hour Tour Sailing through the Beagle Channel: $105
- 4×4 Off Road Tour to Escondido and Khami Lakes: $122
- 4-Hour National Park - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $75
- 4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego: $156
- 5-Hour Nat Park + City tour - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $195
- 5.5-Hour Nat Park w/ Hiking *Shore Excursion* USHUAIA (Shared tour for cruises): $115
- 5.5-Hour National park w/ hiking Shore excursion - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $280
- 5hrs of Trekking Experience in Martial Glacier: $95
- 7-Hour Lakes Escondido & Fagnano - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $105
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFortaleza $9.97Ushuaia -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Wine$0.05
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Beer$0.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fortaleza and Ushuaia, we can see that Fortaleza 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 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 Ushuaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fortaleza Expensive? and Is Ushuaia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Fortaleza or Ushuaia?
Fortaleza has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Ushuaia. When comparing the sizes of Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Summer?
Both Ushuaia and Fortaleza are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In January, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 28°C (82°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fortaleza. Fortaleza usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during summer. Fortaleza gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 169 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Fortaleza. In January, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 119 mm (4.7 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 JanuaryFortaleza 28°C (82°F)Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Autumn?
Both Ushuaia and Fortaleza during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Fortaleza is much warmer than Ushuaia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fortaleza averages around 27°C (80°F) in April, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the autumn, Fortaleza often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 74 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fortaleza. Fortaleza usually gets more rain in April than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 356 mm (14 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 AprilFortaleza 27°C (80°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fortaleza and Ushuaia.
The weather in Ushuaia can be very cold. In the winter, Fortaleza is much warmer than Ushuaia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fortaleza in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In Fortaleza, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fortaleza usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during winter. Fortaleza gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 95 mm (3.7 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 JulyFortaleza 26°C (79°F)Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Fortaleza as well as Ushuaia.
In October, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 28°C (82°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fortaleza this time of the year. In the spring, Fortaleza often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 156 hours of full sun.
Fortaleza usually gets less rain in October than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 13 mm (0.5 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 OctoberFortaleza 28°C (82°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Fortaleza
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 356 mm (14 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (80°F) | 256 mm (10.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (80°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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