Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Guayaquil?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Guayaquil or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Guayaquil or Manaus, 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: Guayaquil or Manaus?
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
Manaus
Manaus is a Brazilian city, capital of the state of Amazonas, and is located on the Rio Negro a few miles before it meets the Rio Solimões to form the Amazon River. The city is a major departure point for those visiting the Amazon Rainforest, though there are a few sights worth seeing within the city itself as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador, The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, and The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGuayaquil $95Manaus $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Guayaquil is $95, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $59. 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 Guayaquil and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGuayaquil $32Manaus $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGuayaquil $64Manaus $84
Compare Hotels in Guayaquil and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Guayaquil or Manaus? 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: Guayaquil Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Guayaquil $15Manaus $7.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guayaquil
Also for Guayaquil, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $12
- Transfer Cuenca - Guayaquil (or Vice versa) With Visit To Cajas National Park: $128
- Shared transfer from Hotel to Airport in Guayaquil: $47
- Shared transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotel: $47
- Private transfer Guayaquil - Montañita: $250
- Private Transfers to and from the Airport in Guayaquil: $25
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil hotels to Manta Cruise Port: $98
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $98
- Private Transfer from Guayaquil Airport(GYE) to Manta Cruise Port: $88
- Private Transfer Out From Hotel to Guayaquil Airport: $25
- Private Airport Transfer from Guayaquil Airport to Hotel: $20
- Guayaquil PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport.: $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers from the airport to any place in Manaus City: $40
- Transfer from Manaus Airport to Manaus City: $40
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Eduardo Gomes International Airport: $72
- Serviço de transfer privativo do Porto -> aeroporto de Mana: $20
- Private Transfers Services Airport -Hotel 24h: $19
- Private Transfer 24h Airport to Hotel in Manaus: $18
- Private Transfer - Airport - Hotel / Hotel - Airport: $35
- Private 24-hour transfer from the Hotel to the Airport in Manaus: $18
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $46
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Guayaquil or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Guayaquil 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 dayGuayaquil $29Manaus $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Half Day Guayaquil Culinary Adventure, Cacao Cooking Class: $185
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $42
- Food Tour: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Guayaquil $21Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Guayaquil
For Guayaquil, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- City Tour Guayaquil: $40
- City Tour around Guayaquil: $75
- Cocoa and Gastronomy Tour at Hacienda CacaoyMango: $155
- Dolphin Watching Experience in Puerto El Morro from Guayaquil: $165
- Exclusive private luxury cocoa experience: $187
- From Cloud Forest/Waterfalls Private Tour & Lunch: $159
- From Montañita: Paragliding Experience: $55
- Full Day Ayangue Tour with Snorkeling in The Pelado's Islote: $295
- Full Day Private Churute Mangroves Reserve and Cocoa Farm Tour: $255
- Full Day Zhagal Thermal Baths Tour from Guayaquil: $263
- Full day private tour Mangroves, dolphins and birds from guayaquil : $215
- Full day tour Mangroves, dolphins and cocoa farm from guayaquil: $225
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jewish Tour in Manaus in the Amazon from 4 to 5 hours: $151
- Adventure: 4-hour hike in the Amazon rainforest: $150
- Amazon Experience: meet a native village and swim with porpoises: $80
- Amazon Jungle Experience with Overnight: $300
- Amazon Jungle: 3- or 4-Day Tour at Ipanema River Guest House: $200
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Amazon River Stand Up Paddling Tour: $124
- Amazon Waterfalls Tour: $70
- Amazon and Negro Rivers Experience with Night Exploration Tour: $300
- City Tour Plus Amazon River Tour: $100
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $50
- City Tour no Centro Histórico de Manaus com um fotógrafo: $91
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGuayaquil $17Manaus $2.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Guayaquil
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Guayaquil:
- Wine Tasting Experience with Tasting Menu: $55
- Taste and discover the factory of a craft brewery: $65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Guayaquil and Manaus, we can see that Guayaquil is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Manaus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manaus 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 Guayaquil would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Guayaquil than you might in Manaus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Guayaquil Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Guayaquil or Manaus?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 22% larger than the population of Manaus. When comparing the sizes of Guayaquil and Manaus, 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 Guayaquil or Manaus?
Manaus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Guayaquil or Manaus in the Summer?
Both Manaus and Guayaquil are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In July, Guayaquil is generally cooler than Manausin January. Daily temperatures in Guayaquil average around 23°C (73°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. In July, Guayaquil usually receives less rain than Manausin January. Guayaquil gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryGuayaquil 23°C (73°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Guayaquil or Manaus in the Autumn?
Both Manaus and Guayaquil during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Guayaquil is cooler than Manaus in the autumn. The daily temperature in Guayaquil averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F)in April.
Manaus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Guayaquil usually gets less rain in October than Manausin April. Guayaquil gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilGuayaquil 23°C (73°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Guayaquil or Manaus in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Guayaquil and Manaus. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
In the winter, Guayaquil is around the same temperature as Manaus. Typically, the winter temperatures in Guayaquil in January average around 28°C (82°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F)in July.
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Guayaquil usually receives more rain than Manausin July. Guayaquil gets 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyGuayaquil 28°C (82°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Guayaquil or Manaus in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Guayaquil as well as Manaus. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Guayaquil is generally around the same temperature as Manausin October. Daily temperatures in Guayaquil average around 28°C (82°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the spring. Guayaquil usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Manausin October. Guayaquil gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberGuayaquil 28°C (82°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Guayaquil
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |
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