Which place is cheaper, Sao Paulo or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Sao Paulo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Sao Paulo, 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: Jerusalem or Sao Paulo?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
Sao Paulo
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Brazil, and The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $108Sao Paulo $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, while the average daily cost in Sao Paulo is $53. 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 Jerusalem and Sao Paulo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Sao Paulo $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Sao Paulo $60
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Sao Paulo
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Sao Paulo? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Sao Paulo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Sao Paulo $5.96
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.17
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Jerusalem to Petra Private Transfer: $300
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $215
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sao Paulo
Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City - Sao Paulo Airport (GRU): $22
- Private One Way Airport Transfer Sao Paulo to and from Sao Paulo: $27
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo hotels to Santos Cruise Port: $32
- Transfer CGH Airport Congonhas <> Sao Paulo city / Hotel: $36
- Private Transfer from Sao Paulo City Center to Guarulhos Airport: $36
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Águas de Lindoia-Arrival Transfer: $38
- Sao Paulo hotels to Campinas Airport (VCP) - Departure Transfer: $38
- Campinas Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo hotels - Arrival Transfer: $38
- Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) to Sao Paulo - Private Transfer: $38
- Sao Paulo to Campinas Viracopos Airport (VCP) - Private Transfer: $38
- Viracopos Airport (VCP) to São Pedro Thermal Arrival Transfer: $38
- Sao Paulo Airport (GRU) to Águas de Lindoia-Arrival Transfer: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Sao Paulo?
Prices for flights to both Sao Paulo and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $32Sao Paulo $15
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.69
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Watermelon$4.04
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.69
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Bagels$8.07
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Lunch for 2$15
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Snacks$5.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sao Paulo
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Traditional Brazilian or Paulistano Cooking Class with a Chef: $130
- Authentic Brazilian Cooking Experience in SP: Feijoada & Moqueca: $189
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.55Sao Paulo $4.08
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$34
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
- (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
- 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $505
- Ashdod Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Best of Jerusalem Day Tour from Jerusalem: $102
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem & Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: $147
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
Tours and Activities in Sao Paulo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
- Downtown São Paulo's Epic History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- São Paulo (Ibirapuera) Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- São Paulo Paulista Avenue City Sights Self-Guided Tour: $7.89
- Walking Tour Historic Center in São Paulo: $13
- Discover Sao Paulo History Guided Tour: $27
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of São Paulo : $35
- Night Walking Tour through the Bars of Augusta street: $35
- Breakfast Tour in Bom Retiro: $43
- São Paulo: 2 Hours - Liberdade "Street Food" Tour: $54
- City Tour Meet São Paulo Half-Day: $64
- Bixiga Walking Tour: $67
- Sao Paulo Culture Walking Tour: $69
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Sao Paulo $3.55
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Sao Paulo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sao Paulo:
- São Paulo Nightlife: Pub Crawl in the City that Never Sleeps!: $49
- Half Day Private Wine Tour from São Roque: $54
- Wine Tour in São Roque by car - tour with local guides: $98
- 4 Hours Pub Crawl in Vila Madalena: $150
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Sao Paulo, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Sao Paulo 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 Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Sao Paulo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Sao Paulo, 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 Jerusalem or Sao Paulo?
Sao Paulo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jerusalem experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Sao Paulo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Sao Paulo. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Jerusalem is generally around the same temperature as Sao Pauloin January. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 23°C (73°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
It's quite rainy in Sao Paulo. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in July than Sao Pauloin January. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Sao Paulo 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Sao Paulo in the Autumn?
Both Sao Paulo and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year.
Jerusalem is cooler than Sao Paulo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 22°C (72°F)in April.
In October, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin April. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Sao Paulo 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Sao Paulo in the Winter?
Both Sao Paulo and Jerusalem during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Jerusalem is much colder than Sao Paulo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Jerusalem in January average around 8°C (46°F), and Sao Paulo averages at about 19°C (66°F)in July.
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in January than Sao Pauloin July. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Sao Paulo 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Sao Paulo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Sao Paulo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round.
In April, Jerusalem is generally cooler than Sao Pauloin October. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 16°C (61°F), and Sao Paulo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In April, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Sao Pauloin October. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Sao Paulo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Sao Paulo 21°C (70°F)
Typical Weather for Sao Paulo and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
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