Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Glasgow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Glasgow or Sao Paulo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Glasgow or Sao Paulo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Glasgow or Sao Paulo?
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGlasgow £144Sao Paulo £42
The average daily cost (per person) in Glasgow is £144, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is £42. 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 Glasgow and Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGlasgow £74Sao Paulo £24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGlasgow £148Sao Paulo £48
Compare Hotels in Glasgow and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Glasgow or Sao Paulo? 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: Glasgow Hotel Prices and Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Glasgow £27Sao Paulo £4.71
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Private Day Trip to Edinburgh with Transfers: $840
- Glasgow to Inverness Direct transfer: $784
- Airport and Glasgow Centre Private Transfer to Oban: $314
- Executive transfer Glasgow/Edinburgh: $276
- Glasgow to Gleneagles Luxury Car Transfer: $242
- Private One Way Transfer Glasgow Airport to Edinburgh City Centre: $222
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Edinburgh: $214
- Roundtrip Transfer Glasgow Airport(GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort: $208
- Glasgow to Stirling Luxury Car Transfer: $203
- Private 1-Way/Roundtrip Transfer to Glasgow Airport: $173
- Glasgow Airport to Lecht Ski Resort - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $154
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow Airport GLA to Glasgow City in Luxury Van: $145
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Arrival Transfer | Viracopos Airport (VCP) x São Paulo City : $300
- Private Transfer from Congonhas Airport (CGH) to Santos Port: $235
- Private São Paulo Airport - Hotels Transfer In or Out : $200
- Private Transfer from Gru Airport to Port or City of Santos (1 to 15 people): $199
- Departure private transfer from São Paulo city to Guarulhos Airport by minibus: $197
- Private Transfer from VCP Airport or Campinas to GRU Airport (1 a 15 pessoas): $195
- Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) to Downtown - Arrival Private Transfer: $181
- Downtown to Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $181
- Sao Paulo Airport to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $176
- Private Transfer from Campinas Airport to Sao Paulo (GRU) Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Campinas-Viracopos (VCP) Airport to Sao Paulo Airport: $170
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City to Campinas Airport (VCP): $168
Is it cheaper to fly into Glasgow or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo and Glasgow 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 dayGlasgow £45Sao Paulo £12
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market£1.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Glasgow £22Sao Paulo £3.23
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)£12
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Two Bike Rental£34
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- 1.5hr Glasgow Necropolis Tour: The City of the Dead: $68
- 2 Hour Football Walking Tour in Glasgow : $25
- 2-Day Highlands and Loch Ness Tour from Glasgow: $261
- 3 Day Outlander Tour: $255
- 3 Hours Private City Glasgow Walking Tour: $273
- 3-Hour Private Glasgow Essentials Tour: $285
- Celtic Park Tour & Dine Package: $53
- City Sightseeing Glasgow Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Discover Glasgow's Finest - Private Walking Tour: $516
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Executive Scottish Lowlands Tour: $1,129
- From Glasgow, Edinburgh: Outlander Private Tour: $1,035
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- 2 Hours Private São Paulo Museum of Modern Art Tour: $240
- 3 Beaches Hiking Santo Amaro Island - Paradise Route Tour from São Paulo: $125
- 3H CITY TOUR (pick up / delivery within Sao Paulo city limits): $151
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Sao Paulo: $300
- 4-hour Sum-up Private Tour Of São Paulo Including Its Major Attractions : $134
- 4WD One Day Tour visiting Water Fall and the Big Stone from Sao Paulo: $260
- 5 Hour City Tour in São Paulo: $91
- 5-hour Pelé Private Tour: The King of Football : $162
- 5-hour Private Street Art Tour Of São Paulo – The Coolest Urban Art Scenes: $174
- 5-hour Private Tour Of São Paulo With Its Main Sights – Optional Airport Pickup: $162
- 5-hour private tour in São Paulo (departures from hotels and airport): $155
- 5h City Tour (pick up & delivery within SaoPaulo city): $249
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGlasgow £15Sao Paulo £2.81
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine£12
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie£3.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- São Paulo Nightlife: Pub Crawl in the City that Never Sleeps!: $49
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $98
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Glasgow and Sao Paulo, we can see that Glasgow is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Glasgow is in Europe and Sao Paulo is in South 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Glasgow Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Glasgow or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Glasgow and Sao Paulo, 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 Glasgow or Sao Paulo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Sao Paulo is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Glasgow has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Glasgow or Sao Paulo in the Summer?
Both Sao Paulo and Glasgow are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Glasgow because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Glasgow is much colder than Sao Paulo in the summer. The daily temperature in Glasgow averages around 15°C (59°F) in July, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in January.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sao Paulo. In July, Glasgow usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin January. Glasgow gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGlasgow 15°C (59°F)Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?
Both Sao Paulo and Glasgow during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Glasgow this time of year.
In the autumn, Glasgow is much colder than Sao Paulo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Glasgow in October average around 10°C (49°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 22°C (72°F)in April.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Glasgow. Glasgow usually gets more rain in October than Sao Pauloin April. Glasgow gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGlasgow 10°C (49°F)Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Sao Paulo in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Glasgow and Sao Paulo. Many travelers come to Glasgow for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Glasgow. In January, Glasgow is generally much colder than Sao Pauloin July. Daily temperatures in Glasgow average around 3°C (38°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Glasgow gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Glasgow usually receives more rain than Sao Pauloin July. Glasgow gets 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGlasgow 3°C (38°F)Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Sao Paulo in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Glasgow as well as Sao Paulo. Many visitors come to Glasgow in the spring for the activities around the city.
Glasgow is much colder than Sao Paulo in the spring. The daily temperature in Glasgow averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F)in October.
Glasgow usually gets less rain in April than Sao Pauloin October. Glasgow gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGlasgow 7°C (45°F)Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Glasgow
| Glasgow | Sao Paulo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
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