Which place is cheaper, Antigua Guatemala or Foz do Iguacu?
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 Foz do Iguacu or Antigua Guatemala?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Foz do Iguacu and Antigua Guatemala 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: Foz do Iguacu or Antigua Guatemala?
Foz do Iguacu
Foz do Iguacu is a larger city in Brazil that is most famous for the Iguacu Falls. The city serves as an entry point for Paraguay and Argentina as well. The obvious reason to visit the city is to see the beautiful falls, and together with Ciudad del Este, Paraguay and Puerto Iguazu, Argentina, it makes up one of the largest tourism sights in South America.
Antigua Guatemala
Before a disastrous earthquake in 1773, Antigua was the colonial capital of Guatemala. For 200 years it had reigned as so and today shows remnants of its glorious past with Spanish colonial buildings and other architectural landmarks still standing. Due to this large amount of preserved architecture, Antigua was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is now the most touristed city of Guatemala.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFoz do Iguacu $85Antigua Guatemala $74
The average daily cost (per person) in Foz do Iguacu is $85, while the average daily cost in Antigua Guatemala 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 Foz do Iguacu and Antigua Guatemala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFoz do Iguacu $30Antigua Guatemala $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFoz do Iguacu $60Antigua Guatemala $44
Compare Hotels in Foz do Iguacu and Antigua Guatemala
Looking for a hotel in Foz do Iguacu or Antigua Guatemala? 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: Foz do Iguacu Hotel Prices and Antigua Guatemala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Foz do Iguacu $14Antigua Guatemala $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Foz do Iguacu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Foz do Iguacu:
- Transfer IN IGU & Iguassu Falls Brazilian side & Macuco Boat Safari: $235
- Shared Roundtrip Transfers with Brazilian and Argentinian sides: $149
- Macuco Safari Boat with Transfer: $117
- Transfer from Puerto Iguazu Airport to Foz do Iguaçu Hotels: $76
- Private transfer from Foz do Iguaçu Airport to Puerto Iguazu: $66
- Roundtrip Airport Transfer in Foz do Iguaçu: $47
- Foz do Iguaçu Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $42
- Transfer with guide Cataratas Brazil and Bird Park: $33
- Brazilian Falls Tour Transfers with Tour Guide: $29
- Private airport transfers – National & International: $29
- Roundtrip Private Transfer from Foz de Iguazu Airport (IGU): $25
- Foz do Iguaçu Airport Private Transfer: $24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antigua Guatemala
Also for Antigua Guatemala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $79
- One-Way Shared Van Transfer to Panajachel: $25
- Antigua: One way private transfer to Guatemala City: $69
- Antigua: One way shared transfer to Guatemala City: $24
- Antigua: One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Antigua: Private Transfer to Guatemala City Airport: $30
- From Antigua Guatemala One way shared transfer to El Paredon: $34
- From Antigua: One way private transfer to Panajachel: $194
- From Antigua: Transfer to Guatemala City: $85
- From Panajachel: One Way Shared Transfers to Antigua: $25
- Guatemala City Airport: Private Transfer to Antigua: $30
- One Way Shared Transfer from Antigua Guatemala to Flores Peten: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Foz do Iguacu or Antigua Guatemala?
Prices for flights to both Antigua Guatemala and Foz do Iguacu 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 dayFoz do Iguacu $40Antigua Guatemala $25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Foz do Iguacu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Foz do Iguacu.
- Rafain Dinner Show: $68
- Boozy Cooking Class in Foz do Iguacu with a chef: $85
- Foz do Iguacu Brazilian BBQ and Home Cooking with a Local: $85
- Rafain Steakhouse Show - Dinner and Show Included: $108
- Experience Guamini Mision Dinner and Tango Show Selva Iriapu Hotels Exclusive: $110
- Foz do Iguaçu: Latin American Show with Dinner and Transfers: $119
- Dinner Show - Rafain Steakhouse: $120
- Dinner Show at Rafain in Foz do Iguaçu: $126
- Dinner Show Rafain Steakhouse Belmond Hotel Cataratas: $135
- Rafain Samba Show & Dinner – Round Trip Transfer Included: $135
- Foz: Private Guide & Transfer to Shared Dinner Show Experience: $208
Typical Food Prices in Antigua Guatemala
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Antigua Guatemala:
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Lunch$3.27
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Lunch$7.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antigua Guatemala
For Antigua Guatemala, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Mamma Yamma PACAYA COOKING CLASS by chef David Farfán: $38
- Antigua Guatemalan Authentic Cooking Class Chef David Farfan: $38
- Antigua: Traditional Guatemalan Cooking Classes — Casa San Miguel.: $38
- Antigua: Traditional cooking lesson with a Guatemalan family: $48
- Cooking class and market tour/Pepian Workshop: $50
- Pepián Plates Antigua Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $59
- Mayan Meals Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $59
- Antigua: Guatemalan Cooking Class with a Local Family: $60
- Private Cooking Class of Typical Guatemalan Dishes: $70
- Antigua: Cooking Class With Wine, Transfer & Vegan Option: $72
- Antigua: Cooking Class with Local Family: $75
- Guatemalan Mayan Cooking Workshop: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Foz do Iguacu $25Antigua Guatemala $15
Tours and Activities in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few actual costs in Foz do Iguacu for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day Iguaçu Falls Tour across Brazil and Argentina: $56
- 1 Day Private Tour of Brazilian and Argentine Waterfalls: $85
- 2-Day Private Tour Iguaçu Falls Brazil and Argentina: $220
- 2-Days PRIVATE Brasil & Argentina Experience Iguazu Falls: $185
- Afternoon Iguazu Falls Tour with Sunset & Drinks – Brazil Side: $179
- Airport IGU Pick-Up & Shopping In Paraguay & Hotel Drop-Off - Private Tour: $120
- Airport IGU Round Trip & 2 Days Sightseeing in Iguassu: $245
- Ancestral Iguazu: Argentine Falls and Guarani Community Tour: $150
- AquaFoz VIP Experience with Guided Tour: $188
- Argentina Iguazu Falls Private Tour with Professional Guide: $152
- Bike Tour 3 Countries in 1 Day - 55 KM | (All Day): $157
- Bike Tour Argentina: Pedal in the Guarani Indigenous Community: $118
Tours and Activities in Antigua Guatemala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Antigua Guatemala.
- Antigua Guatemala Historic Center Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $5.00
- Signature Lattes Tasting Experience in Antigua for Coffee Lovers: $14
- Half-Day Walking Tour: $20
- Antigua Guatemala Walking Tour: History, Culture & Landmarks: $20
- City Walking Tour by Chef David Farfan: $20
- Guided City Tour with Chef David Farfan: $20
- Cultural and Fun Walking Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $22
- Walking Tour with Local Guide: $23
- From Antigua: Pacaya Volcano Tour in English/Spanish: $23
- Antigua Walking Tour: $24
- Guided Walking Tour with Coffee: $24
- Walking tour Jewels of Antigua : A Tour of the Unmissable: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFoz do Iguacu $12Antigua Guatemala $12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Foz do Iguacu
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Foz do Iguacu from other travelers:
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Beer$0.91
Sample the Local Flavors in Antigua Guatemala
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Antigua Guatemala:
- Antigua Bar Crawl: $26
When comparing the travel costs between Foz do Iguacu and Antigua Guatemala, we can see that Foz do Iguacu 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. Even though Foz do Iguacu is in South America and Antigua Guatemala is in Central America, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Foz do Iguacu Expensive? and Is Antigua Guatemala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Foz do Iguacu or Antigua Guatemala?
Foz do Iguacu has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Antigua Guatemala. When comparing the sizes of Foz do Iguacu and Antigua Guatemala, 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.