Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Manaus?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manaus or Ushuaia?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Manaus or Ushuaia? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Manaus or Ushuaia?
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.
Ushuaia
Ushuaia is a city on the Tierra del Fuego island of Argentina on the Beagle Strait. The city is considered to be one of the southernmost cities in the world and is often used as a base for cruises to Antarctica. Ushuaia's close proximity to Antarctica and their amazing hiking trails have made it a popular tourist destination over the past few decades.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, The Best Wildlife Tours to Argentina, and The Best Eco Tours in Argentina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManaus $59Ushuaia $11
The average daily cost (per person) in Manaus is $59, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $11. 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 Manaus and Ushuaia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManaus $42Ushuaia $5.64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManaus $84Ushuaia $11
Compare Hotels in Manaus and Ushuaia
Looking for a hotel in Manaus or Ushuaia? 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: Manaus Hotel Prices and Ushuaia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manaus $7.94Ushuaia -
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: $95
- 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: $34
- 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
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$0.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia
Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared One-way Airport Transfer: $10
- Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transfer: $97
- Ushuaia city to Ushuaia Airport(USH) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia city - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $46
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.48
- Ushuaia Airport Shared Transfer: $7.25
- Ushuaia Airport Arrival Transfer: $10
- Transfer from/to the airport: $89
- Transfer from the airport to the hotel in shared service: $19
- Transfer Ushuaia Airport - Hotel in Ushuaia - Ushuaia Airport : $35
- Transfer Cerro Castor (Round Trip): $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Manaus or Ushuaia?
Prices for flights to both Ushuaia and Manaus 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 dayManaus $12Ushuaia $2.18
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
Typical Food Prices in Ushuaia
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Ushuaia:
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Lunch for Two$0.06
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia
For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Ushuaia at night: A Snow and Fire dinner, sledding and adventure: $280
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manaus -Ushuaia $13
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
Tours and Activities in Ushuaia
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.
- 2-day tour: Tierra del Fuego National Park + Fagnano and Escondido Lakes: $115
- 2-day tour:Tierra del Fuego NP + Beagle Channel Navigation + Fagnano & Escondido: $190
- 3-Hour Navigation Tour in the Beagle Channel with Isla de Lobos: $145
- 3-Hour Tour Sailing through the Beagle Channel: $105
- 4×4 Off Road Tour to Escondido and Khami Lakes: $122
- 4-Hour National Park - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $75
- 4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego: $156
- 5-Hour Nat Park + City tour - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $195
- 5.5-Hour Nat Park w/ Hiking *Shore Excursion* USHUAIA (Shared tour for cruises): $115
- 5.5-Hour National park w/ hiking Shore excursion - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $280
- 5hrs of Trekking Experience in Martial Glacier: $95
- 7-Hour Lakes Escondido & Fagnano - USHUAIA (Shared tour): $105
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManaus $2.84Ushuaia -
Typical Alcohol Prices in Ushuaia
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Ushuaia are as follows:
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Wine$0.05
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Beer$0.01
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manaus and Ushuaia, we can see that Manaus is more expensive. And not only is Ushuaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ushuaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ushuaia 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 Ushuaia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manaus Expensive? and Is Ushuaia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manaus or Ushuaia?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Ushuaia. When comparing the sizes of Manaus and Ushuaia, 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 Manaus or Ushuaia?
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 Manaus or Ushuaia in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Manaus and Ushuaia.
In January, Manaus is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Manaus average around 27°C (81°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Manaus usually receives less sunshine than Ushuaia during summer. Manaus gets 114 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 169 hours of full sun in the summer.
Manaus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Manaus usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Manaus gets 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryManaus 27°C (81°F)Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Manaus or Ushuaia in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Manaus as well as Ushuaia.
Manaus is much warmer than Ushuaia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Manaus averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the autumn, Manaus often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Manaus gets 112 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 74 hours of full sun.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Manaus usually gets more rain in April than Ushuaia. Manaus gets 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilManaus 28°C (82°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Manaus or Ushuaia in the Winter?
Both Ushuaia and Manaus are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Ushuaia can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Manaus is much warmer than Ushuaia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Manaus in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 2°C (36°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Manaus. Manaus usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during winter. Manaus gets 214 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Manaus usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Manaus gets 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyManaus 28°C (82°F)Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Manaus or Ushuaia in the Spring?
Both Ushuaia and Manaus during the spring are popular places to visit.
In October, Manaus is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Manaus average around 29°C (84°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Manaus often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Manaus gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 156 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. Manaus usually gets more rain in October than Ushuaia. Manaus gets 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberManaus 29°C (84°F)Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Manaus
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 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.