A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hiroshima vs. Buenos Aires, Argentina for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hiroshima and Buenos Aires, Argentina can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Hiroshima

Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.

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 Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires.


Which place is cheaper, Buenos Aires, Argentina or Hiroshima?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Hiroshima Prices
    Japan Prices
    Buenos Aires, Argentina Prices
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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Hiroshima $118
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $55

The average daily cost (per person) in Hiroshima is $118, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina is $55. 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 Hiroshima and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hiroshima $62
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $39
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hiroshima $124
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $78
Compare Hotels in Hiroshima and Buenos Aires, Argentina

Looking for a hotel in Hiroshima 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.

Hotels in Hiroshima


Hotels in Buenos Aires, Argentina


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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: Hiroshima Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hiroshima $9.43
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $2.04

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima

Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Hiroshima City: Private Transfer to/from Hiroshima Airport: $189
  • Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $244
  • Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $256
  • Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $174
  • Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $174
  • Private Transfer: Hiroshima Port Terminal ↔ Hiroshima: $119

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Buenos Aires, Argentina:

  • Private Transfer Ezeiza AEP/CABA: $300
  • Buenos Aires Airport EZE to Gualeguaychú-Arrival Private Transfer: $297
  • Gaucho Day: Areco Town & Estancia with Private Transfer: $290
  • Gaucho Day: Estancia with Private Transfer: $290
  • 8hr Buenos Aires City Tour and Airport Transfer Combo: $288
  • Shore Excursion: Full Day City Tour & Airport Transfer: $269
  • Rojo Tango Show: Skip the Line Ticket including Private Transfer: $260
  • Rojo Tango Show Including Private Transfers: $260
  • Private Transfer Aeroparque J. Newbery Airport In Buenos Aires: $245
  • Private Transfer Cruise Port In Buenos Aires: $233
  • Horseback Riding Experience in Carlos Keen with Transfers: $233
  • Buenos Aires Private Tour + Transfer to Airport: $225

Is it cheaper to fly into Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hiroshima 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Hiroshima $49
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $7.36

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima

For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Hiroshima and International Style Okonomiyaki Dinner at Mitchan: $21
  • Hiroshima Night Walk & Traditional Okonomiyaki Dinner Tour: $52
  • Okonomiyaki Cooking Class with a Local Chef: $59
  • Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
  • Bar Hopping Food Tour: $103
  • Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Local Food Tour with Licensed Guide: $107
  • Private Japanese Cooking Class in Hiroshima with Machiko's Family: $109
  • Authentic Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Cooking Class in a Japanese Home: $128
  • Hiroshima Okonomiyaki Walk and Cooking Experience: $162
  • Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $182
  • Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $221
  • Hiroshima Food Tour: Private & Personalized with a Local Guide: $291

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.

  • Argentine Cooking, Wine & Beef Tasting at Argentine Experience: $33
  • Piazzolla Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $35
  • BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $39
  • Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $39
  • Madero Tango Dance Show with Dinner on Demand: $42
  • BA: Premium Empanadas Cooking Class & Wine Tasting in Palermo: $43
  • Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $44
  • Señor Tango Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
  • Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner in Buenos Aires: $45
  • BA: Small-Group Empanadas Cooking Class in Palermo: $46
  • Early Tango Dinner Show in Buenos Aires: $46
  • El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires with Optional Dinner: $47

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hiroshima $5.23
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $29

Tours and Activities in Hiroshima

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.

  • Irifuneyama Memorial Museum Admission Ticket: $1.62
  • Yamato Museum Permanent Exhibition Ticket: $6.46
  • Hiroshima LAGOON Nightclub Admission Ticket For Foreign: $6.46
  • Hiroshima:Visit Tourist Pass(1, 2, 3day and 3day middlearea): $6.76
  • LAGOON Nightclub Admission Ticket(For Foreign): $6.76
  • Yamato Museum and Irifuneyama Memorial Museum Combo Ticket: $6.78
  • A Self-Guided Walking Tour Miyoshi City's Old Town Legend: $9.99
  • Hiroshima Kagura Performance Entry Ticket: $12
  • HIROSHIMA ORIZURU TOWER Admission Ticket: $16
  • Hiroshima Walking Tour with a Local Buddy: $19
  • Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $20
  • Hiroshima and Peace Park Private guided Tour: $22

Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina

Here are a few actual costs in Buenos Aires, Argentina for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Único tour sobre la Historia del Tango (sin mitos): $60
  • "SAILING TOUR: Tango and Choripan (typical Argentine food): $300
  • 2 Hour Tour in Buenos Aires Parisina: $43
  • 3 Hours Private Street Art Tour in La Boca and Barracas: $45
  • 3 Hours Ultimate Buenos Aires Bar Tour: $34
  • 3 hours Private La Boca Street Art Walking Tour: $160
  • 5 Hour Private Driving and Walking Tour of Buenos Aires: $185
  • 5 Stops Walking Tour of Buenos Aires hidden Wineries: $82
  • @argentinahighlights City LGBTQ tour: $150
  • A Back-Street Beer Brewing Tour of Buenos Aires: $165
  • Adventure in Parque de la Costa: $95
  • Architectural tour of Buenos Aires: $35

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hiroshima $12
    Buenos Aires, Argentina $8.98

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:

  • Argentine Wine Tasting in Caminito with Appetizers Included: $45
  • Buenos Aires Full City Tour with Wine Tasting and Stops: $47
  • Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
  • Wine Tasting and Local Specialties in Buenos Aires: $56
  • Argentine Wine Tasting with Lunch or Charcuterie Pairings: $59
  • Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
  • Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $69
  • Empanadas & Argentine wine tour: $74
  • 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
  • Wine Tasting Boutique in Buenos Aires: $94


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hiroshima and Buenos Aires, Argentina, we can see that Hiroshima is more expensive. And not only is Buenos Aires, Argentina much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hiroshima is in Asia 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima Expensive? and Is Buenos Aires, Argentina Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Hiroshima. When comparing the sizes of Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima 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 Hiroshima has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Hiroshima as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. The summer months attract visitors to Hiroshima because of the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Hiroshima is around the same temperature as Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hiroshima in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 25°C (77°F)in January.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the summer, Hiroshima often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Hiroshima gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hiroshima receives a lot of rain in the summer. Hiroshima usually gets more rain in July than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Hiroshima gets 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Hiroshima 26°C (79°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Autumn?

Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hiroshima are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene are the main draw to Hiroshima this time of year.

In October, Hiroshima is generally around the same temperature as Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Daily temperatures in Hiroshima average around 17°C (63°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).

It's quite sunny in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Hiroshima usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during autumn. Hiroshima gets 193 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. It's quite rainy in Hiroshima. In October, Hiroshima usually receives around the same amount of rain as Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Hiroshima gets 102 mm (4 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Hiroshima 17°C (63°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)

Should I visit Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Winter?

Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hiroshima during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Hiroshima for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Hiroshima. Hiroshima is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the winter. The daily temperature in Hiroshima averages around 4°C (40°F) in January, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F)in July.

In the winter, Hiroshima often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Hiroshima gets 153 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun.

Hiroshima usually gets less rain in January than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Hiroshima gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Hiroshima 4°C (40°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Hiroshima or Buenos Aires, Argentina in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Hiroshima and Buenos Aires, Argentina.

In the spring, Hiroshima is cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hiroshima in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (64°F)in October.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Buenos Aires, Argentina this time of the year. Hiroshima usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during spring. Hiroshima gets 193 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun in the spring.

Buenos Aires, Argentina receives a lot of rain in the spring. Hiroshima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Hiroshima usually receives more rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Hiroshima gets 168 mm (6.6 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Hiroshima 14°C (56°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)

Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Hiroshima

Hiroshima Buenos Aires, Argentina
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 4°C (40°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 25°C (77°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Feb 5°C (41°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 24°C (75°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Mar 8°C (46°F) 108 mm (4.3 in) 22°C (71°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 168 mm (6.6 in) 18°C (65°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 157 mm (6.2 in) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 22°C (71°F) 260 mm (10.2 in) 12°C (53°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 238 mm (9.4 in) 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 117 mm (4.6 in) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 23°C (74°F) 185 mm (7.3 in) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Oct 17°C (63°F) 102 mm (4 in) 18°C (64°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Nov 12°C (53°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 21°C (69°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 7°C (44°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 23°C (74°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)