Which place is cheaper, Cozumel or Montevideo?
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 Montevideo or Cozumel?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montevideo and Cozumel 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: Montevideo or Cozumel?
Montevideo
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.
Cozumel
Cozumel is a Caribbean island just off the Yucatan Peninsula. It'as a popular tourist destination because of its beautiful beaches and excellent snorkeling and scuba diving. With crystal clear waters and vibrant colored coral, Cozumel is one of the most popular dive destinations in the area. The island's economy is centered around tourism, and as such, you'll find plenty of amenities for visitors. The prices are comparable to other coastal towns in the area and there is no shortage of activities or attractions nearby.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mexico, and The Best Adventure Tours to Mexico.
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Montevideo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontevideo $70Cozumel $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $70, while the average daily cost in Cozumel is $130. 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 Cozumel in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontevideo $38Cozumel $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontevideo $76Cozumel $134
Compare Hotels in Montevideo and Cozumel
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo or Cozumel? 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: Montevideo Hotel Prices and Cozumel Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montevideo $7.04Cozumel $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Montevideo to Colonia del Sacramento: $438
- Private transfer from Montevideo to Punta del Este: $328
- Private Transfer from Montevideo to Colonia del Sacramento: $119
- Transfer to Punta del Este from Montevideo O Punta to Montevideo: $114
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $85
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $85
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Cruise Port to Montevideo city: $80
- Carrasco Airport(MVD) to Montevideo - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $73
- 1 - way - Transfer from Carrasco Interational Airport to Montevideo: $70
- Transfer from the Hotel in Montevideo to Montevideo airport: $60
- Shared One-Way Transfer: Airport ↔ Hotel: $49
- Transfer from Carrasco International Aiport to Montevideo: $47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cozumel
Also for Cozumel, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Cozumel Island Transfers: $300
- Cozumel Private Airport Transfer: $160
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $151
- The Ultimate Beachside Cigar Rolling Experience with transfer: $132
- XRAIL Adventure Shared Vehicle with Transfer: $125
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Airport: $110
- Cozumel Airport (CZM) to Cozumel - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $99
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Airport (СZM) to Cozumel Port: $91
- Jade Cavern ATV Tour in Cozumel with Beach Break with transfer: $86
- Cozumel Island hotels to Cozumel Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Cozumel hotels to Cozumel Cruise Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Cozumel Cruise Port to Cozumel hotels: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Cozumel?
Prices for flights to both Cozumel and Montevideo 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 dayMontevideo $22Cozumel $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Montevideo Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $65
- Private Uruguayan Cooking Class with Local Chef: $85
- Uruguayan Wine Pairing Dinner at City Winery Uruguay: $90
- Show + Dinner - El Milongon (No Transport): $93
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $98
- Dinner and Tango Show at the Historic Bar Fun Fun, Established in 1895: $100
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango and Folklore: $107
- Traditional Dinner & Tango Show at Primuseum: $110
- Food Tour with Asado, Chivito, and Mate: $221
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cozumel
For Cozumel, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Mexican Trompitos Cooking Class in Cozumel: $80
- Under the Stars Twilight Snorkel and Seaside Dinner at Money Bar: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $90
- Cozumel Food Tour: $110
- Cozumel Cooking Class: $115
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montevideo $20Cozumel $42
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- “Discovering Montevideo” – Shared Small-Group Tour for Cruise Passengers: $65
- Afternoon Tea Experience at Sofitel Montevideo Carrasco & Spa: $36
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Authentic Uruguayan Roast Experience in Montevideo: $115
- Best Private Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers: $450
- Bodega Santa Rosa: Passadore Family Tasting Tour with Lunch: $86
- Bouza Winery Full Experience (Tasting and Lunch): $235
- City tour Montevideo: $27
- Club Atlético Peñarol Match Live Experience: $157
- Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour: $60
- Complete Tour of Uruguay: $1,455
- Cruise-Friendly Shared Tour: Explore Montevideo’s Best: $69
Tours and Activities in Cozumel
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Cozumel.
- 10 Experiences: A Culinary Journey Through Mexico: $224
- 10 Experiences: A Gastronomic Cultural Journey in Cozumel: $224
- 2 Hours ATV Jungle, Caverns and Mayan Ruins Tour: $80
- 4 Hour Cozumel Turtle Sanctuary Experience on a Luxury Catamarán: $77
- 4-Hour Private Tour in Cozumel with Pickup: $95
- ATV Adventure to Mayan Jade Cavern plus Snorkeling and Lunch: $79
- ATV Jungle Adventure to Hidden Mayan Ruins and Caves: $89
- ATV Seashore + Cenote Combo: Mezcalitos & Mayan Cenote Experience: $80
- ATV Tour El Viejo y Yo Beach Pass with Lunch, Snorkel and Kayaks: $110
- Adventure in Punta Sur Ecological Reserve Cozumel: $100
- All Inclusive Buggy Adventure: $69
- All Inclusive Mexican Tour with Buffet and Tequila Tasting: $90
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontevideo -Cozumel $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Bodega Pizzorno wine tasting in Montevideo: $45
- Wine tasting of 4 wines from 4 wineries & empanadas in Montevideo: $50
- Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $125
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Private Wine Tours by Wine Explorers Uruguay: $205
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $220
- Wine Tasting Tour for Cruise Passengers: $450
Sample the Local Flavors in Cozumel
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cozumel:
- Downtown Cozumel and Brewery Experience: $89
- Rum and Gin at Cozumel First Distillery: $99
- Cozumel 5-Hour Private Bar Crawl Tour: $110
- Cozumel Rum Tasting & Distillery Experience: $119
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Cozumel, we can see that Cozumel is more expensive. And not only is Montevideo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Montevideo is in South America and Cozumel 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 Montevideo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montevideo 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 Cozumel would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cozumel than you might in Montevideo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montevideo Expensive? and Is Cozumel Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montevideo or Cozumel?
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Cozumel. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Cozumel, 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.