Which place is cheaper, Miami or Guatemala City?
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 Guatemala City or Miami?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Guatemala City or Miami? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Guatemala City or Miami?
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
Miami
Miami is a popular tourist destination and a modern city in South Florida. It has beautiful white beaches, crystal blue waters, cosmopolitan neighborhoods, impressive shopping, and excellent dining opportunities. It is also a gateway to the Florida Keys, which is another popular destination in South Florida.
Miami is the second most populated city in Florida and the metropolitan area is the most populated in the state with more than 5.4 million people. It's also the 7th largest metro area in the country. The city sits between the Atlantic Ocean to the east and the Everglades to the west. It covers 110 miles north to south but is a narrow 20 miles east to west.
Miami sits at a low latitude, giving it a subtropical savannah climate. There are two seasons; the warm and dry season between November and April and the hot and wet season between May and October. The coldest months are between December and March when highs are in the upper 70 or low 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer months have highs in the upper 80s or 90s and lows in the mid 70s with high humidity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala, The Best Sightseeing Tours in United States of America, and The Best Cruise Tours and Packages in United States of America.
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Guatemala City Prices
Guatemala PricesMiami Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuatemala City $56Miami $258
The average daily cost (per person) in Guatemala City is $56, while the average daily cost in Miami is $258. 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 Guatemala City and Miami in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuatemala City $25Miami $154
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuatemala City $50Miami $308
Compare Hotels in Guatemala City and Miami
Looking for a hotel in Guatemala City or Miami? 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: Guatemala City Hotel Prices and Miami Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guatemala City $6.28Miami $38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Guatemala Airport (GUA) to San Felipe de Lara - Arrival Transfer: $186
- Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
- Guatemala City Airport (GUA) to Quetzaltenango-Arrival Transfer: $166
- PRIVATE TRANSFER From Airport/Guate City to ANTIGUA or Vice-versa: $40
- Private Airport Transfer La Aurora airport to Guatemala: $26
- Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $26
- Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel: $35
- Private Departure Transfer:Guatemala City-La Aurora Airport(GUA): $24
- Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $30
- Private Ground Transfer Guatemala City To Panajachel, LakeAtitlan: $80
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $206
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Miami are as follows:
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Car Rental for a Day$18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Miami
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Miami:
- MIA Airport Private Transfer to Miami or Miami Beach: $22
- MIA Airport One-Way Private Transfer to Miami Port: $22
- MIA Airport Private Transfer to/from Miami City or Beach: $25
- Private Transfer Transportation Service to Port of Miami: $36
- Private Transfer from Cruise Port of Miami to Miami Airport (MIA): $37
- Private Airport Transfer to/from Airport & Hotel: $39
- Private Group Transfer Service From Port of Miami & Miami Airport: $40
- From Everglades Wildlife Show, Airboat & Bus Transfer: $40
- Port of Miami Private Transfer Service to Fort Lauderdale: $40
- Miami (MIA) & Fort Lauderdale (FLL): Airport Private Transfer: $42
- MIA Airport RoundTrip Transfer to Miami City/Beach: $44
- Everglades Airboat, Gator Encounter & Bus Transfer: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Guatemala City or Miami?
Prices for flights to both Miami and Guatemala City 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 dayGuatemala City $27Miami $72
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
Typical Food Prices in Miami
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Miami:
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Lunch with Drinks (for 2)$45
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David's Cafe Lunch (for 1)$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Miami
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Miami.
- Historical Walking Food Tour in Calle 8: $50
- Handcrafted Donuts & Street Art: Wynwood's Most Unique Food Tour: $65
- The Ultimate Little Havana Food Tour: $67
- Street Food Tour in Miami with Local Guide: $69
- Little Havana Food Tour: Discover Iconic Cuban Cuisine in Miami: $69
- South Beach Food Tour: $70
- A Taste of South Beach Food Tour: $75
- Walking Food Tour of Little Havana with Cuban Dishes Tasting: $75
- Miami Mosaic Signature Food Tour: $75
- Miami Beach Bike and Food Tour - Bikes, Bites & Views (Adults): $89
- Guided Small Group Little Havana Food Tour: $91
- Food Tour of Miami's South Beach: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guatemala City $1.23Miami $31
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- Half Day Guatemala City Tour: $32
- Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City: $35
- Walking Tour of Guatemala City's Historical Center: $35
- Guatemala city walking tour only weekends. 2 persons and up: $39
- Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $40
- Private Tour in the Historic Center of Guatemala City: $45
- City walking tour Guatemala City and Relieff Map: $47
- Night Photo Tour in Guatemala City: $50
- Heart of Guatemala City Tour with Local Guide: $50
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $54
- El mejor Tour VIP Ciudad de Guatemala (el mas Completo): $55
- Pacaya Volcano Shared Hiking Tour: $59
Tours and Activities in Miami
Here are a few actual costs in Miami for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Miami Beach: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour: $5.00
- Bus & Boat Ultimate Sightseeing Combo Tour: $6.16
- Private and Exclusive Jet Car Experience: $8.25
- Self Guided Walking Tour at Miami: $8.27
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Miami: $9.46
- Audio Tour of Miami Beach: Its History and Architecture: $9.99
- Miami Beach Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $11
- Jet Ski Miami : Experience the Ultimate Water Fun !: $11
- Tubing Ride Experience: $11
- Miami Biscayne Bay: Sunset Boat Cruise & Millionaire Homes: $12
- Biscayne National Park Self Guided Audio Tour: $13
- Wynwood Walls Skip-the-Line Ticket: $13
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuatemala City $6.96Miami $22
Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City
Also in Guatemala City, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $105
Typical Alcohol Prices in Miami
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Miami are as follows:
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Evening at a Bar$32
Sample the Local Flavors in Miami
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Miami:
- An Epic Bar Crawl in Miami Florida: $15
- #1 Miami Pub Crawl + Clubbing Experience: $19
- Guided Pub Crawl Miami and Club Entry Wynwood: $21
- Miami Pub Crawl + Clubbing Experience: $24
- Guided Bar Crawl with Drinks Discounts and Club Entry: $29
- Ghosts, Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- House of Desire Classic Glamour Burlesque Cabaret: $40
- Pedal Pub Art District Party Bike Pub Crawl: $41
- Miami Pedal Pub: Wynwood Arts District Party Bike Pub Crawl: $58
- Small-Group Brewery Golf Cart Tour of Wynwood with a Local Guide: $59
- Wynwood Graffiti Brewery Golf Cart Tour: $63
- Wynwood Bar Crawl: $100
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guatemala City and Miami, we can see that Miami is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Guatemala City is in Central America and Miami is in North 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 Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Miami would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Miami than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guatemala City Expensive? and Is Miami Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guatemala City or Miami?
Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Miami. When comparing the sizes of Guatemala City and Miami, 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.