Which place is cheaper, Boston or Managua?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Managua or Boston?
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 Managua and Boston can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Managua or Boston?
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.
Boston
Boston is one of the oldest and most historic cities in New England. It is also the capital of the state of Massachusetts and the largest city in the region. The city proper covers 48 square miles and has a population of more than 600,000. The Greater Boston area has 4.5 million people and is the tenth largest metropolitan area in the country.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua, The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManagua $55Boston $255
The average daily cost (per person) in Managua is $55, while the average daily cost in Boston is $255. 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 Managua and Boston in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManagua $23Boston $166
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManagua $46Boston $332
Compare Hotels in Managua and Boston
Looking for a hotel in Managua or Boston? 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 and Boston Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Managua $20Boston $37
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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Boston
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Boston are as follows:
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Taxi$35
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Subway Daily Pass$9.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Boston
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Boston:
- Luxor Limo Private Transfer and City Tour: $1,195
- Private Transfer: between Manhattan and Boston: $968
- Flynn Cruiseport Private Transfer to Boston: $688
- Round trip Airport Transfer: Logan - Boston: $300
- Boston Logan Airport (BOS): Private Transfer to Boston city: $244
- Boston’s Logan International Airport to Providence – Arrival Private Transfer : $170
- Boston Airport (BOS): Transfer to Flynn Cruise Port Boston: $169
- Private Transfer in Boston (BOS) Airport/Home/Hotel/Work : $160
- Limo Private Transfer Boston to Logan International Airport : $160
- Limo Private Transfer Logan International Airport to Boston: $160
- Boston Logan Airport (BOS) to Boston - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $158
- Private Transfer between Boston Logan Airport and Boston City: $150
Is it cheaper to fly into Managua or Boston?
Prices for flights to both Boston and Managua 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 dayManagua $17Boston $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Boston
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Boston.
- AM Coffee Walks with Salem Food Tours: $34
- Boston's North End Pizza & History Walking Food Tour: $49
- North End Pizza Tour with 3 Slices and Cannoli: $55
- Boston Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $70
- North End Food Experience with Pizza, Meats & Cheese: $75
- Buffet Lunch or Dinner Cruise on Boston Harbor: $77
- Boston's North End Small Group Food Tour : $81
- Ultimate Boston Food Tour: North End & Boston Public Market: $89
- Ultimate Food Tour of North End & Public Market: $89
- Union Square, Somerville Neighborhood Food Tour: $90
- Boston Harbor: Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $108
- Local Gems of the South End Neighborhood Food Tour: $110
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Managua $16Boston $33
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Boston
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Boston are as follows:
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Two Tickets to Celtics Game$101
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Duck Tour$32
Tours and Activities in Boston
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Boston are as follows:
- "Ghosts of Boston" Walking Ghost Tour: $25
- "Witch Trials" Walking Tour in Salem: $25
- 1 If By Land Walking Tours: History Walking Tour of Boston: $45
- 1 or 2 Day Hop-On Hop-Off Trolley Tour with Harbor Cruise Option: $46
- 1-Day Tour to Portland-Maine from Boston: $175
- 1692 Salem Day Tour: $32
- 1692 Salem Night Walking Tour: $32
- 2 Hour North End 'Little Italy' Walking Tour : $35
- 2-Hour Beacon Hill True Crime Expert Guided Tour: $35
- 90-Minute Boston Harbor Sunset Sightseeing Cruise: $43
- A Bostonian Christmas Tour: $425
- A Bostonian Christmas Tour: $216
For more ideas for your next trip, check out Free Things to Do in Boston, Must-See Monuments and Memorials In Boston, and The Best Things To Do in Boston with Kids.
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManagua $11Boston $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Boston
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Boston:
- Boston Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
- Haunted Pub Crawl of Historic Pubs and Taverns: $30
- Boston Ghosts Boos and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl : $34
- Salem Booze and Brews Haunted Pub Crawl by US Ghost Adventures: $35
- History Pub Crawl Tour Along the Freedom Trail: $59
- Boston Small-Group Freedom Trail History Tour Pub Crawl: $60
- Boston Signature Guided Brewery Tour: $105
- Guided Craft Brewery Tour with a Snack: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Managua and Boston, we can see that Boston is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Managua is in Central America and Boston is in North 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Boston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Boston than you might in Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Managua Expensive? and Is Boston Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Managua or Boston?
Managua has a larger population, and is about 65% larger than the population of Boston. When comparing the sizes of Managua and Boston, 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 Managua or Boston?
Boston 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 Managua or Boston in the Summer?
Both Boston and Managua during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Boston for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Managua is a little warmer than Boston in the summer. The daily temperature in Managua averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Boston fluctuates around 73°F (23°C).
In Boston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Managua often gets less sunshine than Boston. Managua gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Boston receives 304 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. Managua usually gets more rain in July than Boston. Managua gets 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Boston receives 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyManagua 27°C (81°F)Boston 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Managua or Boston in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Managua and Boston. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Boston because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Managua is much warmer than Boston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Managua in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Boston averages at about 54°F (12°C).
Managua usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Boston during autumn. Managua gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Boston receives 194 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Managua gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Managua usually receives more rain than Boston. Managua gets 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.3 inches (84 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManagua 27°C (81°F)Boston 54°F (12°C)
Should I visit Managua or Boston in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Managua as well as Boston. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine are the main draw to Boston this time of year.
It's quite cold in Boston in the winter. In January, Managua is generally much warmer than Boston. Daily temperatures in Managua average around 26°C (79°F), and Boston fluctuates around 29°F (-2°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. In the winter, Managua often gets more sunshine than Boston. Managua gets 244 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Boston receives 153 hours of full sun.
Managua usually gets less rain in January than Boston. Managua gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.4 inches (87 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManagua 26°C (79°F)Boston 29°F (-2°C)
Should I visit Managua or Boston in the Spring?
Both Boston and Managua are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Boston for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
Managua is much warmer than Boston in the spring. The daily temperature in Managua averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Boston fluctuates around 48°F (9°C).
It's quite sunny in Boston. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Managua. Managua usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Boston during spring. Managua gets 242 hours of sunny skies, while Boston receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Managua usually receives less rain than Boston. Managua gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Boston receives 3.5 inches (89 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilManagua 29°C (84°F)Boston 48°F (9°C)
Typical Weather for Boston and Managua
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 29°F (-2°C) | 3.4 inches (87 mm) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 30°F (-1°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 38°F (4°C) | 3.7 inches (95 mm) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 48°F (9°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 58°F (15°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 68°F (20°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 72°F (22°C) | 3.2 inches (82 mm) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
| Nov | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 4.3 inches (108 mm) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 33°F (1°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
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