Which place is cheaper, Puerto Madryn or Havana?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Havana or Puerto Madryn?
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 Havana and Puerto Madryn can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Havana or Puerto Madryn?
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
Puerto Madryn
Puerto Madryn is mostly known as the gateway to Peninsula Valdes, welcoming tourists who come for whale watching. The Peninsula Valdes is a nature reserve designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site; 97 km long and 63 km wide, it is connected to the continent by an isthmus of 35 km from which we can see both gulfs, San Jose at north and the Nuevo at south.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHavana $65Puerto Madryn $14
The average daily cost (per person) in Havana is $65, while the average daily cost in Puerto Madryn is $14. 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 Havana and Puerto Madryn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHavana $40Puerto Madryn $5.25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHavana $80Puerto Madryn $11
Compare Hotels in Havana and Puerto Madryn
Looking for a hotel in Havana or Puerto Madryn? 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: Puerto Madryn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Havana $19Puerto Madryn $3.28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Madryn
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Madryn:
- From Punta Tombo Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $131
- Trelew Airport Shuttle Transfer To Puerto Madryn : $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Havana or Puerto Madryn?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Madryn and Havana 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 dayHavana $10Puerto Madryn $5.69
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Havana $11Puerto Madryn $5.77
Typical Entertainment Prices in Puerto Madryn
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Puerto Madryn are as follows:
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Whale Watching for Two$0.35
Tours and Activities in Puerto Madryn
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto Madryn are as follows:
- Kayaking adventure in Puerto Madryn: $60
- Excursion to Punta Loma and Puerto Madryn for Cruisers: $60
- From City and Punta Loma Tour: $70
- Shore Excursion: Punta Loma+City Tour, for cruise passengers: $70
- Punta Loma Shore Excursion with City tour: $75
- Punta Loma Excursion for Cruise Passengers: $75
- Full Day Peninsula Valdes Experience - optional Whale Watching : $87
- Peninsula Valdes Full Day Tour: $88
- Punta Tombo Tour, the Penguin Experience: $88
- Full Day Peninsula Valdes Experience: $90
- Shore Excursion Punta Loma Sea Lions Reserve Including Puerto Madryn City Tour : $95
- Wonderful Punta Tombo Penguin Rookery Tour : $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHavana $5.76Puerto Madryn $3.13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Havana and Puerto Madryn, we can see that Havana is more expensive. And not only is Puerto Madryn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Havana is in Caribbean Islands and Puerto Madryn 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 Puerto Madryn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto Madryn 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 Havana would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Havana than you might in Puerto Madryn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Havana Expensive? and Is Puerto Madryn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Havana or Puerto Madryn?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Puerto Madryn. When comparing the sizes of Havana and Puerto Madryn, 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 Havana or Puerto Madryn?
Puerto Madryn has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Madryn in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Havana and Puerto Madryn. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Havana is a little warmer than Puerto Madryn in the summer. The daily temperature in Havana averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Puerto Madryn fluctuates around 22°C (71°F)in January.
In July, Havana usually receives more rain than Puerto Madrynin January. Havana gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHavana 27°C (81°F)Puerto Madryn 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Madryn in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Havana as well as Puerto Madryn. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Havana is much warmer than Puerto Madryn. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Havana in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Puerto Madryn averages at about 14°C (58°F)in April.
Havana usually gets more rain in October than Puerto Madrynin April. Havana gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHavana 25°C (77°F)Puerto Madryn 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Madryn in the Winter?
Both Puerto Madryn and Havana are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
In January, Havana is generally much warmer than Puerto Madrynin July. Daily temperatures in Havana average around 21°C (70°F), and Puerto Madryn fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In January, Havana usually receives more rain than Puerto Madrynin July. Havana gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHavana 21°C (70°F)Puerto Madryn 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Madryn in the Spring?
Both Puerto Madryn and Havana during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Havana is much warmer than Puerto Madryn in the spring. The daily temperature in Havana averages around 24°C (75°F) in April, and Puerto Madryn fluctuates around 14°C (58°F)in October.
Havana usually gets more rain in April than Puerto Madrynin October. Havana gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Madryn receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHavana 24°C (75°F)Puerto Madryn 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Puerto Madryn and Havana
| Havana | Puerto Madryn | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
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.