Which place is cheaper, Managua or Kiev?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kiev 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 Kiev and Managua can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Managua?
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
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 Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $26Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $26, while the average daily cost in Managua 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 Kiev and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $17Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $34Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Kiev 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: Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $1.03Managua $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Strategic Missile Forces Base: Round-Trip Transfer from Kyiv& Museum Guided Tour: $146
- Luxury Departure Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $55
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Business Car: $55
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- Managua Augusto Sandino Airport(MGA) to Managua- Arrival Transfer: $33
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
- San Jorge Rivas Transfer: $47
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Kiev 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 dayKiev $7.25Managua $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $113
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $2.04Managua $16
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- "Kiev Private Nightlife Tour" - Visit Secret Bars & Party with Locals: $53
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $56
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour to Kiev Pechersk Lavra : $39
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Lviv from Kiev by Intercity Train: $225
- 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: $279
- 3-Hour Kiev Private Gastro Tour: $88
- 3-Hour Kiev Street Art Private Tour: $53
- Adventure City Center Tour : $120
- Bohemian Podil Tour: $120
- Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 1-day tour: $98
- Chernobyl Tour with Gift : $107
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $162
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 dayKiev $6.40Managua $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Pub Crawling | Private Beer Tasting Tour: $77
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Managua, we can see that Managua is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kiev 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 Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Managua would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Managua than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kiev Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Managua?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Kiev 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 Kiev or Managua?
Kiev 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 Kiev or Managua in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Managua. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
In the summer, Kiev is cooler than Managua. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kiev in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Managua. Kiev usually gets less rain in July than Managua. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 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 JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Kiev is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 10°C (49°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In October, Kiev usually receives less rain than Managua. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 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 OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Managua in the Winter?
Both Managua and Kiev during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kiev. Kiev is much colder than Managua in the winter. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around -4°C (24°F) in January, and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
Kiev usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 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 JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Managua in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Managua. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Kiev is much colder than Managua. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kiev in April average around 10°C (51°F), and Managua averages at about 29°C (84°F).
In April, Kiev usually receives more rain than Managua. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 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 AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Kiev
| Kiev | Managua | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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