Which place is cheaper, Cartagena or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montevideo and Cartagena 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.
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
The capital of the Bolivar Department of Colombia, Cartagena is one of the most visited cities in the country. It sits on Colombia's northern coast by the Caribbean Sea. It's a port city with a population of almost 900,000, making it the fifth largest city in Colombia. The city has a rich history and was the first Spanish colony on the American continent. It was also one of the first sanctuaries for freed African slaves in the Americas.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Colombia, and The Best Eco Tours in Colombia.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $63, while the average daily cost in Cartagena is $48. 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 Montevideo and Cartagena in more detail.
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Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cartagena:
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For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cartagena.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
Here are a few actual costs in Cartagena for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
Also in Cartagena, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Cartagena, we can see that Montevideo is more expensive. And not only is Cartagena much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Cartagena would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cartagena 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 Montevideo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montevideo than you might in Cartagena.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montevideo Expensive? and Is Cartagena Expensive?.
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 33% larger than the population of Cartagena. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Cartagena, 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.
Montevideo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cartagena experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Cartagena. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cartagena throughout the year.
In January, Montevideo is generally cooler than Cartagenain July. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 24°C (75°F), and Cartagena fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cartagena. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In the summer, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Cartagenain July. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cartagena receives 207 hours of full sun.
Montevideo usually gets more rain in January than Cartagenain July. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Cartagena receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Cartagena and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Cartagena because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Montevideo is much colder than Cartagena in the autumn. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Cartagena fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in October.
Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cartagena during autumn. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Cartagena receives 175 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cartagena. It's quite rainy in Montevideo. In April, Montevideo usually receives less rain than Cartagenain October. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Cartagena receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Cartagena and Montevideo during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cartagena year-round.
In the winter, Montevideo is much colder than Cartagena. Typically, the winter temperatures in Montevideo in July average around 11°C (52°F), and Cartagena averages at about 27°C (81°F)in January.
In Cartagena, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Montevideo often gets less sunshine than Cartagenain January. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cartagena receives 278 hours of full sun.
Montevideo usually gets more rain in July than Cartagenain January. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cartagena receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Cartagena. Cartagena attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Montevideo is generally much colder than Cartagenain April. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 17°C (63°F), and Cartagena fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cartagena this time of the year. In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Montevideo usually receives more sunshine than Cartagena during spring. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies, while Cartagena receives 209 hours of full sun in the spring.
Montevideo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Cartagenain April. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Cartagena receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Montevideo | Cartagena | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |