Which place is cheaper, Managua or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hamburg 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 Hamburg and Managua can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Managua?
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.
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 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHamburg €117Managua €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, 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 Hamburg and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg €54Managua €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg €108Managua €42
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg 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: Hamburg Hotel Prices and Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg €29Managua €18
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:
- Hamburg Airport(HAM): Transfer to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port: $649
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $589
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Transfer to Fredericia Cruise Port: $589
- Private One-Way Transfer to or from Kiel Port: $425
- Private Direct Transfer From Hamburg to Wolfsburg; English Speaking Driver: $289
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Hannover with 2h of Sightseeing: $272
- Rickmer Rickmers Museum Guided Tour with Transfers: $263
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $237
- Private Transfer from Hamburg to Bremen with an English Speaking Driver: $236
- Round Trip Transfer Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg City by van: $210
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Private Transfer to Hamburg hotels: $178
- Private Transfer From Hamburg City to Berlin City: $153
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Managua Augusto Sandino Airport(MGA) to Managua- Arrival Transfer: $33
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua 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 €35Managua €16
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: $48
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $484
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $592
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $592
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hamburg €39Managua €15
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:
- Hamburg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide: $287
- Safari tour in St Pauli: $33
- "Cruise in the City" - Sailing Yacht Event, Hamburg/Elbe: $70
- "Hafengeburtstag Hamburg" 2024. Cruise&Sail from/to Wedel: $182
- "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
- 1 Hour Kiez Speed Tour for Adults: $19
- 1-Day Hop On Hop Off Bus Tour of Hamburg Line D: $20
- 10 secrets of Hamburg's old town - exciting scavenger hunt tour: $34
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg E-Scooter Tour: $71
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Night Tour: $93
- 2 Hours Guided Hamburg Segway Tour: $76
- 2 Hours Hamburg E-scooter Tour: $35
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- Private lava tour-Masaya Volcano from Managua: $49
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- PRIVATE Laguna de apoyo day pass + masaya volcano lava tour: $70
- PRIVATE Boat ride + Colonial city tour at Granada+Catarina lookout: $80
- PRIVATE Day trip Granada Isletas +Colonial City tour from Managua: $80
- Managua City Tour: $84
- PRIVATE Boat tour + Granada City +Masaya Volcano Night Tour : $85
- full tour Somoto Canyon Nicaragua: $86
- PRIVATE Boat tour+Granada City and Catarina lookout from Managua: $88
- Managua City Tour: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHamburg €17Managua €10
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $22
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $404
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $517
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Managua, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hamburg 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 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 Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hamburg or Managua?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 79% larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg 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 Hamburg or Managua?
Hamburg 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 Hamburg or Managua in the Summer?
Both Managua and Hamburg during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the music scene and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
In the summer, Hamburg is much colder than Managua. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hamburg in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Hamburg. In the summer, Hamburg often gets more sunshine than Managua. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun.
Managua gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Hamburg usually gets less rain in July than Managua. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHamburg 17°C (62°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Managua in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Managua. The shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Hamburg is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 10°C (50°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Managua during autumn. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Managua receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Hamburg usually receives less rain than Managua. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHamburg 10°C (50°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Managua in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Managua. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hamburg. Hamburg is much colder than Managua in the winter. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 0°C (33°F) in January, and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Managua. In the winter, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Managua. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHamburg 0°C (33°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Managua in the Spring?
Both Managua and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the spring for the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Hamburg is much colder than Managua. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hamburg in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Managua averages at about 29°C (84°F).
It's quite sunny in Managua. Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Managua during spring. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Managua. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHamburg 8°C (46°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Hamburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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