Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Hamburg?
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 Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
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 Hamburg and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Hamburg
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Buenos Aires, federal capital of Argentina, also known as "The City of Tango", is best known for its energetic and unpredictable character. Like a restless child, Buenos Aires is a dynamic and modern city full of surprises. While its French-style palaces, rooftop restaurants, wide avenues and green plazas resemble European-style architecture, Buenos Aires preserves its musical, literary and culinary traditions. You can't miss dining in front of a Tango show, walking around the colourful streets of La Boca and visiting the renowned Recoleta Cemetery, designed by Argentina's most important architects and home to hundreds of illustrious corpses.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHamburg €142Buenos Aires, Argentina €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €142, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is €49. 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 Hamburg and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg €54Buenos Aires, Argentina €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg €108Buenos Aires, Argentina €70
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Buenos Aires, Argentina
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina? 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: Hamburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg €29Buenos Aires, Argentina €1.84
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg by Business Car: $110
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg by Luxury Van: $122
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Business Car: $107
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Car: $156
- Airport Transfer: Hamburg to Hamburg Airport HAM by Luxury Van: $115
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $82
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $98
- Arrival Transfer: Airport HAM to Hamburg by Business Car: $104
- Arrival Transfer: Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg by Luxury Van: $115
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $82
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $98
- Departure Transfer: Hamburg to Airport HAM by Business Car: $104
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:
- Airport Transfer: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Business Car: $122
- Airport Transfer: Airport EZE to Buenos Aires by Luxury Van: $150
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE by Business Car: $115
- Airport Transfer: Buenos Aires to Airport EZE by Luxury Van: $150
- Aljibe Tango Earlier Show With Private Transfers From Port & Hotels Buenos Aires: $115
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport AEP to Buenos Aires in Luxury Car: $133
- Arrival Private Transfers from Airport AEP to Buenos Aires in Luxury Van: $150
- Arrival Private Transfers from Ezeiza Airport EZE to Buenos Aires: $150
- Arrival Transfer: Airport AEP to Buenos Aires by Business Car: $122
- Best Tango Show with Private Transfer: $111
- Best Tango Show with Private Transfer: $105
- Buenos Aires : Aljibe, Tango and folklore show with Transfers.: $72
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hamburg 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 dayHamburg €60Buenos Aires, Argentina €6.66
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St George's Culinary Food Tour: $57
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $57
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $63
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $63
- Reeperbahn Tour and Dinner Voucher St. Pauli for Connoisseurs: $69
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $69
- Hamburg Walking Food Tour with 7 Authentic Local Dishes: $113
- Hamburg Traditional Food Tour: Full Meal and Drinks: $127
- Hamburg Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $127
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $524
- The Wilhelmsburg Food Tour: $524
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show with Optional Transfer and Dinner: $27
- Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $38
- Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $39
- Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show Ticket Including Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $39
- BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $39
- Tango Porteño Show or Dinner Show with Barra Libre Buenos Aires: $40
- Madero Tango Dance Show with Dinner on Demand: $42
- Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
- BA: Small-Group Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $46
- Early Tango Dinner Show with Optional Traditional Bus Transfer: $46
- El Viejo Almacen Tango Show with Optional Dinner: $47
- El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires with Optional Dinner: $47
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hamburg €39Buenos Aires, Argentina €27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Free tour: Centro Histórico. Tú decides el precio al final: $1.16
- Hamburg Relax Lounge – Private Massage Experience by NAIPO: $1.18
- Free Tour: Port, Red Light District and Beatles. You decide how much to pay at the end: $1.45
- Guided tour of Hamburg's Speicherstadt - warehouse, free port & duty-free: $2.33
- Guided tour of Hamburg's UNESCO World Heritage Site - Warehouses & Cathedrals of Commerce: $2.33
- Guided tour of Hamburg's Neustadt - ramparts, Gängeviertel & Neustädter: $2.33
- City tour through Hamburg St. Georg – dreams, diversity, and tolerance: $2.33
- Historic Free Tour of Hamburg Old Warehouse District: $3.49
- Freewalking Tour Hamburg St.Georg Dreams, diversity and tolerance: $3.49
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.49
- Free Tour: History of the Port, Red Light District and the Beatles: $3.49
- Hamburg Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.66
Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Heart of Colonial Buenos Aires Walking Audio Tour: $5.34
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Buenos Aires with Audio Guide: $5.83
- Buenos Aires Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Evita Peron: Don't cry for me Argentina: $6.72
- Buenos Aires Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h30 and 18 reviews: $6.97
- The Women Behind Puerto Madero’s Streets: A Self Guided Tour: $9.99
- Walking Tour in Retreat Palaces and Trains and Authentic Mate.: $10
- Self-Guided Audio Tour - Discover Caminito and Tango: $11
- Private Tour of San Telmo, Old Town: $12
- Guided tour of the Mate Museum: $13
- 2 hrs. Walking Tour in San Telmo & Market: $13
- Walking Tour Knowing Rodrigo Bueno in Buenos Aires: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHamburg €17Buenos Aires, Argentina €8.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Party Walk & legendary pub crawl through St. Paul & Reeperbahn: $20
- Original Hamburg Pub Crawl Sex & Crime St. Pauli Tour: $21
- The Original Hamburg Pub Crawl Sex & Crime St. Pauli Tour: $21
- Pub Crawl Hamburg - Ladies Night: $29
- Pub Crawl - Drink & Dare: $29
- Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $29
- Reeperbahn Pub Crawl with Shots and Games: $35
- Hamburg Pub Crawl with Free Welcome Drinks and Club Entry: $35
- Hamburg Private Pub Crawl Nightlife Experience with Local Guide: $35
- Reeperbahn pub crawl with insider-guide & shots: $335
- Bachelor party Pub crawl & party for your bachelor party: $419
Sample the Local Flavors in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Also in Buenos Aires, Argentina, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Buenos Aires Full City Tour with Wine Tasting and Stops: $35
- Exclusive Malbec Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $42
- Wine Tasting and Local Specialties in Buenos Aires: $46
- BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $54
- Malbec Wine Tasting at Boutique Hotel in Palermo: $59
- Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
- Wine Tasting and Tapas with Expert Sommelier in Buenos Aires: $65
- Tango Lesson and Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires, Argentina: $65
- Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $69
- BA: Wine tour with 5 tasting stops in the heart of Palermo: $78
- Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $85
- Malbec Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires Private Experience: $92
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hamburg is in Europe and Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Buenos Aires, Argentina would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg than you might in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Hamburg. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg and Buenos Aires, Argentina, 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 Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Buenos Aires, Argentina is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Hamburg has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Hamburg is generally cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 17°C (62°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during summer. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In July, Hamburg usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHamburg 17°C (62°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?
Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hamburg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Hamburg is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the autumn. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (65°F)in April.
In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun.
Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hamburg usually gets less rain in October than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHamburg 10°C (50°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Buenos Aires, Argentina. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Hamburg can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Hamburg is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the winter temperatures in Hamburg in January average around 0°C (33°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 12°C (53°F)in July.
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during winter. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hamburg usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHamburg 0°C (33°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. The spring months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the natural beauty.
In April, Hamburg is generally much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 8°C (46°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the spring, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hamburg usually gets less rain in April than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHamburg 8°C (46°F)Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)
Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hamburg
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| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 118 mm (4.6 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
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