Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Milan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Milan or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Milan and Guatemala City 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: Milan or Guatemala City?
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Guatemala, and The Best Adventure Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMilan €195Guatemala City €49
The average daily cost (per person) in Milan is €195, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is €49. 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 Milan and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMilan €96Guatemala City €21
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMilan €192Guatemala City €42
Compare Hotels in Milan and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Milan or Guatemala City? 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: Milan Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Milan €35Guatemala City €5.42
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport€7.00
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)€22
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Taxi From Airport€90
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Public Transit Day Pass€4.50
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Short Taxi Ride€7.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Lake Como: Train Transfer to/from Milan with Scenic Views: $7.05
- Bus Transfer from/to Bergamo Airport: $9.43
- Bus transfer to/from Milan Bergamo Airport (BGY): $11
- Malpensa Airport T1/T2 (MXP): Transfer to/from Milan Center: $12
- Transfer Milan city center - Malpensa airport: $13
- Transfer from Malpensa Airport to Milan city center: $13
- One-way Train Transfer to/from Peschiera del Garda: $16
- Milan Malpensa Airport to Turin Bus Transfer: $22
- Serravalle Designer Outlet Roundtrip Bus Transfer: $29
- Private Luxury transfer Milan center to/from train metro station: $36
- Luxury Private Day Transfer from Milan to Linate Airport: $37
- MXP Airport Private Transfer to/from Milan City: $66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Panajachel or Atitlan: $254
- Private Museums Tour with Transfers: $225
- Private Transfer from Guatemala City to Puerto Quetzal Port: $206
- Private Transfer - Guatemala Airport (GUA) to Puerto Quetzal Port: $206
- Private transfer - San Pedro la Laguna to Guatemala City: $200
- Private Transfers from Guatemala city to Panajachel: $200
- Airport Transfer for Large Groups – Private Bus: $195
- Guatemala Airport (GUA) to San Felipe de Lara - Arrival Transfer: $185
- Transfer Private Group Airport to Antigua or Viceversa: $120
- Private Transfer from Guatemala Airport GUA to Lake Atitlán: $96
- Private Transfer from Airport to Santa Catarina Palopó: $88
- Private Transfer From La Aurora AirPort to Panajachel Atitlan: $84
Is it cheaper to fly into Milan or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Milan 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 dayMilan €67Guatemala City €23
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station€8.60
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Restaurant Pizza€6.60
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)€27
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)€64
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Cappuccino€1.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Milan Gourmet Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $41
- Pizza and Tiramisu Class in Milan: $45
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $46
- International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $47
- only in ITALIAN - International aperitif + cooking class in Italian: $50
- Devour Milan Street Food Tour and Sightseeing: $50
- Milan Walking Food Tour with City Highlights: $50
- Milano Food Tour with audioguide in the centre: $51
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $52
- Street Food Tour with Tastings and Local Guide: $53
- Delicious Food Tour and City Center Sightseeing: $53
- Eating Milan Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- Guatemala: Wine and Pizza Tasting Experience: $35
- Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $80
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $195
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza with Great Volcano Views: $205
- Puerto Quetzal: Private Tour Pacaya Volcano 4x4 and Pizza: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Milan €31Guatemala City €1.06
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop€7.00
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- Milan's Best-Kept Secrets: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.53
- Self-Guided Tours In Milan With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.53
- Milan Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.69
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Milan: $4.71
- The Empire and Art Tour of Milan with Self Guided Mobile App: $5.00
- Milan Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $5.13
- Milan Essential : Self-Guided Tour created by local Official Guide: $5.90
- Self Guided Walking Tour of Milan: $5.90
- Milan Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Milano Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $7.67
- Mysteries of Uncover the city's lesser-known tales on this audio tour: $7.99
- Milan Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self Guided Tour: $8.24
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- 1 Day Lake Atitlan Tour from Guatemala City: $150
- 2-Day Tour: Antigua Guatemala, Lake Atitlan and Hobbitenango: $299
- 2in1 Tour: Avocado Farm + Private Tour in Antigua Guatemala: $199
- 3-Day Antigua Guatemala and Pacaya Volcano Adventure: $256
- Antigua + Guatemala City Full Day Tour - History Lovers Favorite: $245
- Antigua City Tour Full Day From Guatemala City: $60
- Antigua City Tour from Guatemala City: $78
- Antigua Guatemala Cultural Tour History and Gastronomy: $100
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Shared City Tour: $54
- Antigua Guatemala Full-Day Tour from Guatemala City: $79
- Antigua Guatemala NIGHT Photo Tour FROM Guatemala City: $125
- Antigua walking tour from Guatemala City: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMilan €24Guatemala City €6.01
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar€8.40
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Beer€3.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Ultimate Bar Crawl with Shots and Games: $29
- Milan Pub Crawl Party with Free Shots and Drink Deals by Riviera: $29
- Legendary Halloween Pub Crawl Party in Milan 2025: $41
- Wine Tasting Experience with Platter: $45
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $53
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan City Center: $53
- Wine Tasting Experience - Urban Cellar: $59
- Wine Tasting in Milan with the Producer: Valter Mattoni: $83
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $94
- Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $103
- Milan Wine Tasting with Italian Sommelier: $104
- Lake Iseo & Franciacorta Winery. Scenic & Wine Tasting tour: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Milan and Guatemala City, we can see that Milan is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Milan is in Europe and Guatemala City 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 Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Milan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Milan than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Milan Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Milan or Guatemala City?
Milan has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of Guatemala City. When comparing the sizes of Milan and Guatemala City, 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.
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.