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

Should you visit Linz 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 Linz 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: Linz or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Linz

Located on the shores of the Danube River, Linz is Austria's third largest city and the capital city of the Upper Austria province. It is best known for is Renaissance architecture including a number of churches as well as a historic castle.

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 Hiking & Trekking Tours in Austria, The Best Adventure Tours to Austria, 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 Linz?

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

  • Linz Prices
    Austria Prices
    Buenos Aires, Argentina Prices
    Argentina Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Linz 137
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 53

The average daily cost (per person) in Linz is €137, while the average daily cost in Buenos Aires, Argentina 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 Linz and Buenos Aires, Argentina in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Linz 58
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 38
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Linz 116
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 76
Compare Hotels in Linz and Buenos Aires, Argentina

Looking for a hotel in Linz 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 Linz


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: Linz Hotel Prices and Buenos Aires, Argentina Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Linz 41
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 1.99

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Linz

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Linz:

  • Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to City centre: $100
  • Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to Wels city: $124
  • Linz Private Transfer from Linz city centre to Linz Airport: $76
  • Private Transfer from Linz to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $268
  • Transfer from Linz to Munich: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing: $232

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Buenos Aires, Argentina

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

  • Jorge Newbery Airport (AEP) Private Transfer to Buenos Aires City: $17
  • Madero Tango Buenos Aires Show Without Transfers: $24
  • Private Transfer to Buenos Aires Airport (EZE): $27
  • Private Transfer Buenos Aires Airport (EZE) to City: $27
  • Buenos Aires Local Airport One - way Private Transfer from 30 USD: $30
  • Jorge Newbery Airport One-way Private Transfer to Buenos Aires City Center: $30
  • Buenos Aires Center One-way Private Transfer to Local Airport: $30
  • Buenos Aires Airport (EZE) Transfer with English Speaking Driver: $34
  • Private Transfer from Jorge Newbery Airport to Downtown Area: $35
  • Port Transfers with English Speaking Driver: $35
  • Private transfer from Buenos Aires to Jorge Newbery Airport: $35
  • Madero Tango Show with Transfer: $35

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

Prices for flights to both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Linz 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
    Linz 55
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 7.18
Typical Food Prices in Linz

Some typical examples of dining costs in Linz are as follows:


  • Leberkäse (Sausage Loaf)
    4.20
  • Lunch
    8.50

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.

  • Esquina Homero Manzi Tango Show with Optional Transfer and Dinner: $25
  • Tango Porteño Show with Optional Dinner and Tango Lesson: $31
  • Madero Tango Dance Show with Dinner on Demand: $32
  • Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner: $35
  • Chacarita Walking Tour - Spooky Cemetery, History & Pizza: $38
  • Tango Show and Dinner at: Tango Porteño: $40
  • Tango Porteño Show in Buenos Aires (with optional dinner): $43
  • Tango Show at Tango Porteño with Optional Dinner: $44
  • Dinner at Arte de Mafia, Mafioso Theme Restaurant in Palermo: $44
  • Early Tango Dinner Show with Optional Traditional Bus Transfer: $46
  • El Aljibe Tango Show in Buenos Aires with Optional Dinner: $47
  • Exclusive Italian Lunch or Dinner at Puny Pasta and Grill: $50

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Linz 13
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 29

Tours and Activities in Linz

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Linz are as follows:

  • Linz harbour tour by boat: $18
  • Joyful Family Walking Tour in Linz: $221
  • Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $224
  • Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $234
  • Literature in Adalbert Stifter Institute Private Tour : $234
  • Private Linz Walking Tour for Couples: $239
  • Churches & Old Town Private Guided Tour: $243
  • Linz Old Town Private Walking Tour and Cruise: $257
  • Cycling Tour of Linz with a Private Guide: $259
  • Pöstlingberg and Old Town Private Walking Tour: $274
  • Christmas Tales of Linz – Private Walking Tour: $286

Tours and Activities in Buenos Aires, Argentina

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

  • Heart of Colonial Buenos Aires Walking Audio Tour: $5.34
  • Literature Self-Guided Audio Tour in Buenos Aires: $10
  • Recoleta Cemetery Walking Tour: $10
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour Evita Peron: Don't cry for me Argentina : $10
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour - Discover Caminito and Tango: $10
  • B.A Hidden Wonders Tour Parque Chas and Agronomía Park: $12
  • Private Tour of La Boca and Caminito: $12
  • Private Tour of San Telmo, Old Town: $12
  • La Boca Walking Tour: $13
  • 2 hrs. Walking Tour in San Telmo & Market : $13
  • Walking Tour Knowing Rodrigo Bueno in Buenos Aires: $15
  • Graffiti Tour: $15

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Linz 16
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 8.76

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:

  • Buenos Aires Full City Tour with Wine Tasting and Stops: $37
  • Boutique Wine Tasting: A Unique Experience in Buenos Aires: $45
  • BA: Wine Tasting and Blending Experience in Palermo : $51
  • BA: Small Group Wine Tasting and Blending in Palermo: $54
  • Wine tasting in OASIS Palermo: $55
  • Buenos Aires Small-Group Wine Tasting: $55
  • Buenos Aires Premium Wine Tasting: $58
  • Malbec Wine Tasting at Boutique Hotel in Palermo: $59
  • Private argentinian wine tasting in downtown : $61
  • Wine Tasting at Encuentro Nativo a Historic Tenement in Caminito: $63
  • Wine Tasting in Palermo, City of Buenos Aires.: $65
  • Premium Wine Tasting in Buenos Aires: $85


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


Which is Bigger, Linz or Buenos Aires, Argentina?

Buenos Aires, Argentina has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Linz. When comparing the sizes of Linz 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 Linz 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 Linz has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

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

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Linz and Buenos Aires, Argentina. The summer months attract visitors to Linz because of the family-friendly experiences.

Linz is cooler than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the summer. The daily temperature in Linz averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 25°C (77°F)in January.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Buenos Aires, Argentina this time of the year. In Linz, it's very sunny this time of the year. Linz usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during summer. Linz gets 236 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 279 hours of full sun in the summer.

Buenos Aires, Argentina receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Linz usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain January. Linz gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 118 mm (4.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Linz 20°C (68°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 25°C (77°F)

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

The autumn brings many poeple to Linz as well as Buenos Aires, Argentina. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Linz this time of year.

In the autumn, Linz is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Linz in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina averages at about 18°C (65°F)in April.

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Buenos Aires, Argentina. In the autumn, Linz often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Linz gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 220 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Buenos Aires, Argentina. Linz usually gets less rain in October than Buenos Aires, Argentinain April. Linz gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Linz 11°C (52°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (65°F)

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

Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Linz are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Linz for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Linz. In January, Linz is generally much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Daily temperatures in Linz average around -0°C (31°F), and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

Linz usually receives less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentina during winter. Linz gets 57 hours of sunny skies, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 143 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Linz usually receives less rain than Buenos Aires, Argentinain July. Linz gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Linz -0°C (31°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 12°C (53°F)

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

Both Buenos Aires, Argentina and Linz during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Linz in the spring for the natural beauty.

Linz is much colder than Buenos Aires, Argentina in the spring. The daily temperature in Linz averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and Buenos Aires, Argentina fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in October.

In Buenos Aires, Argentina, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Linz often gets less sunshine than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Linz gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 227 hours of full sun.

Buenos Aires, Argentina gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Linz usually gets less rain in April than Buenos Aires, Argentinain October. Linz gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Buenos Aires, Argentina receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Linz 11°C (51°F) 
    Buenos Aires, Argentina 18°C (64°F)

Typical Weather for Buenos Aires, Argentina and Linz

Linz Buenos Aires, Argentina
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -0°C (31°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 25°C (77°F) 118 mm (4.6 in)
Feb 2°C (36°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 24°C (75°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Mar 6°C (43°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 22°C (71°F) 142 mm (5.6 in)
Apr 11°C (51°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 18°C (65°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 74 mm (2.9 in) 15°C (59°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Jun 18°C (65°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 12°C (53°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 20°C (68°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 19°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 13°C (55°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 16°C (61°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 15°C (59°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Oct 11°C (52°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Nov 5°C (42°F) 50 mm (2 in) 21°C (69°F) 117 mm (4.6 in)
Dec 1°C (35°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 23°C (74°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)