Which place is cheaper, Manaus or La Plata?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit La Plata or Manaus?
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 La Plata and Manaus can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: La Plata or Manaus?
La Plata
Just over an hour from Buenos Aires, the bustling university city of La Plata is notable for being South America's first planned city. Indeed, also known as the City of Diagonal, La Plata's intricate grid system includes diagonal streets that run through it, contributing to easy navigation but confusing intersections.La Plata is the Capital of the Province of Buenos Aires, the main Argentine state, so you will find lots of elaborate government buildings alongside leafy green plazas in this laid back as well as active city. La Plata is a happening university town with a population of over 700,000. You can walk the width of it in under an hour, stopping at trendy craft beer bars, local music joints, and great restaurants along the way. Also, football is a religion in Argentina and if you're looking for some local atmosphere, La Plata is the place to go! Two of Argentina's biggest football teams, Gimnasia y Esgrima La Plata and Estudiantes de La Plata challenge each other each year. If you are around during that special day for the city, you will witness thousands of fans wearing the relevant colours heading off to watch the match and parade by calle 7.
Manaus
Manaus is a Brazilian city, capital of the state of Amazonas, and is located on the Rio Negro a few miles before it meets the Rio Solimões to form the Amazon River. The city is a major departure point for those visiting the Amazon Rainforest, though there are a few sights worth seeing within the city itself as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires, The Best 2-Week Tours from Buenos Aires, The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, and The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLa Plata $8.62Manaus $59
The average daily cost (per person) in La Plata is $8.62, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $59. 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 La Plata and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLa Plata $3.47Manaus $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLa Plata $6.94Manaus $84
Compare Hotels in La Plata and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in La Plata or Manaus? 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: La Plata Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.La Plata $2.47Manaus $7.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 24-hour private group transfer service airport -> hotel: $97
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Eduardo Gomes International Airport: $72
- Manaus Airport(MAO) to Manaus hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Transfers from the airport to any place in Manaus City: $40
- Transfer from Manaus Airport to Manaus City: $40
- Private Transfer - Airport - Hotel / Hotel - Airport: $35
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $30
- Manaus Airport (MAO) to Manaus hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Manaus hotels to Manaus Airport(MAO) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into La Plata or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and La Plata 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 dayLa Plata $3.37Manaus $12
Typical Food Prices in La Plata
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to La Plata:
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Ice Cream$0.01
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $42
- Food Tour: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.La Plata $2.16Manaus -
Typical Entertainment Prices in La Plata
For La Plata, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Sciencias Naturales Museum Entrance Fee$0.01
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jewish Tour in Manaus in the Amazon from 4 to 5 hours: $147
- Adventure: 4-hour hike in the Amazon rainforest: $150
- Amazon Experience: meet a native village and swim with porpoises: $80
- Amazon Jungle Experience with Overnight: $300
- Amazon Jungle: 3- or 4-Day Tour at Ipanema River Guest House: $200
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Amazon Private Safari by Tuhiri Eco Tour - Leaving Manaus: $199
- Amazon River Stand Up Paddling Tour: $124
- Amazon Waterfalls Tour: $70
- Amazon and Negro Rivers Experience with Night Exploration Tour: $300
- City Tour Plus Amazon River Tour: $100
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLa Plata $1.20Manaus $2.84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between La Plata and Manaus, we can see that Manaus is more expensive. And not only is La Plata much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to La Plata would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Plata 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 Manaus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manaus than you might in La Plata.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is La Plata Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, La Plata or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of La Plata. When comparing the sizes of La Plata and Manaus, 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 La Plata or Manaus?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit La Plata or Manaus in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both La Plata and Manaus.
La Plata is around the same temperature as Manaus in the summer. The daily temperature in La Plata averages around 25°C (77°F) in January, and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
La Plata usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during summer. La Plata gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun in the summer.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the summer. In January, La Plata usually receives less rain than Manaus. La Plata gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryLa Plata 25°C (77°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit La Plata or Manaus in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to La Plata as well as Manaus.
In the autumn, La Plata is much colder than Manaus. Typically, the autumn temperatures in La Plata in April average around 18°C (65°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In the autumn, La Plata often gets more sunshine than Manaus. La Plata gets 156 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Manaus. La Plata usually gets less rain in April than Manaus. La Plata gets 85 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilLa Plata 18°C (65°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit La Plata or Manaus in the Winter?
Both Manaus and La Plata are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In July, La Plata is generally much colder than Manaus. Daily temperatures in La Plata average around 12°C (53°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Manaus. La Plata usually receives less sunshine than Manaus during winter. La Plata gets 102 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, La Plata usually receives less rain than Manaus. La Plata gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyLa Plata 12°C (53°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit La Plata or Manaus in the Spring?
Both Manaus and La Plata during the spring are popular places to visit.
La Plata is much colder than Manaus in the spring. The daily temperature in La Plata averages around 18°C (64°F) in October, and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In the spring, La Plata often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Manaus. La Plata gets 167 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun.
Manaus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in La Plata. La Plata usually gets less rain in October than Manaus. La Plata gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberLa Plata 18°C (64°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and La Plata
| La Plata | Manaus | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 24°C (75°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 22°C (71°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 18°C (65°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (53°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (69°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (74°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 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.