Which place is cheaper, Managua or Frankfurt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Frankfurt or Managua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Frankfurt and Managua can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Managua?
Frankfurt
Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFrankfurt €122Managua €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Managua is €51. 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 Frankfurt and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFrankfurt €58Managua €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFrankfurt €116Managua €42
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt or Managua? 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: Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Frankfurt €25Managua €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental€50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Frankfurt am Main to Prague: $1,066
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Munich: $700
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Baden-Baden: $398
- Frankfurt Highlights Private Car Tour with Airport Transfers: $385
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Port/Harbor transport: $284
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Kaiserlautern: $267
- Private Transfer Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg City by Minivan: $157
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $142
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA): Private Transfer to Frankfurt: $141
- Private Transfer from Frankfurt City to Stuttgart City: $139
- BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Frankfurt City: $123
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Managua International Airport: $90
- San Jorge Rivas Transfer: $47
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Private Transfer in Nicaragua: $110
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Frankfurt 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 dayFrankfurt €41Managua €16
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.00
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte€7.00
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee€6.00
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Sandwich and Cola€7.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sharing Plate Food Tour In Frankfurt: $65
- FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $81
- FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $81
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $282
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Frankfurt €36Managua €15
Tours and Activities in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Best of Frankfurt Walking Tour (English): $26
- Atta Dripstone Cave and Braunfels Castle Tour from Frankfurt: $271
- Bike Tour of Frankfurt Top Attractions & Nature with a Guide : $207
- Brandenburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Breathtaking Pearls of Frankfurt – Walking Tour: $376
- Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour: $285
- Culinary Frankfurt Walking Tour: $612
- Discover Frankfurt's Heritage: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Explore Bird & Marine Wildlife private Boat Tour in English: $108
- Franfurt Horror Tour: Terror of the White Spider: $20
- Frankfurt - Old Town Historic Walking Tour: $377
- Frankfurt - Private Shopping tour: $398
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- 3 full days PRIVATE tour at Granada, Masaya and Leon area from Managua: $210
- Amazing Masaya Volcano at Night "Private Tour" : $88
- Between Volcanoes Tours; Granada-Masaya.: $155
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Managua City Tour: $84
- Managua City Tour: $88
- Managua Love Stories: A Romantic Tour: $191
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $323
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $164
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Masaya volcano Night Tour: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFrankfurt €30Managua €10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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Becks Beer€2.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Frankfurt:
- Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $22
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $34
- Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $280
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $282
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
- Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $336
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $517
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $752
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Frankfurt and Managua, we can see that Frankfurt is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Frankfurt is in Europe and Managua 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Frankfurt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Frankfurt than you might in Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Managua?
Managua has a larger population, and is about 50% larger than the population of Frankfurt. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt and Managua, 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 Frankfurt or Managua?
Frankfurt has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Managua experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Frankfurt or Managua in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Managua. The summer months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Frankfurt is cooler than Managua. Typically, the summer temperatures in Frankfurt in July average around 19°C (67°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
In Frankfurt, it's very sunny this time of the year. Frankfurt usually receives more sunshine than Managua during summer. Frankfurt gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun in the summer.
Managua receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Managua. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFrankfurt 19°C (67°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Managua in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Managua. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Frankfurt this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
In October, Frankfurt is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 11°C (51°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Managua. Frankfurt gets 103 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Managua. Frankfurt usually gets less rain in October than Managua. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFrankfurt 11°C (51°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Managua in the Winter?
Both Managua and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Frankfurt for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Frankfurt. Frankfurt is much colder than Managua in the winter. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 1°C (34°F) in January, and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Managua. Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Managua during winter. Frankfurt gets 41 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Managua. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFrankfurt 1°C (34°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Managua in the Spring?
Both Managua and Frankfurt during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the spring for the activities around the city. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
In the spring, Frankfurt is much colder than Managua. Typically, the spring temperatures in Frankfurt in April average around 10°C (50°F), and Managua averages at about 29°C (84°F).
In Managua, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Managua. Frankfurt gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets more rain in April than Managua. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFrankfurt 10°C (50°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Frankfurt
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 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.