Should you visit Montevideo or Florianopolis?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel cost comparison between Montevideo and Florianopolis can help. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
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.
Florianopolis
With a population of almost 500,000, Florianopolis is the capital city of the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil. The city is split between mainland Brazil and Santa Catarina Island.
Florianopolis has grown in popularity with tourists recently because of its wonderful scenery, beautiful beaches, and fascinating culture. Many Brazilians have also moved here, leaving behind the big cities of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.
Florianopolis has a warm humid subtropical climate. There are summer, winter, spring and fall seasons. Frosts are rare but do occur occasionally. Highs during the warmest months are usually in the high 70s Fahrenheit. Rain is evenly distributed throughout the year and there is no distinct dry season.
Which city is cheaper, Florianopolis or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $45, while the average daily cost in Florianopolis is $47. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Montevideo and Florianopolis in more detail.
Accommodation
Travelers usually pay around $56 for a double occupancy room in Montevideo If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
An average hotel room with basic furnishings costs about $40 in Florianopolis For the most convenient locations and nicer amenities you can expect to pay a bit more.
Food
Food in Montevideo costs travelers about $9.69 per day on average. Restaurants can vary significantly in price, so choose wisely if you're trying to save money. Fast food and street stalls are typically your cheapest options, which sit down restaurants can be significantly more expensive.
The average traveler spends about $17 per day in Florianopolis for food, but obviously this is dependent on the type of restaurant and the amount of food ordered. To save money you can grab a lighter lunch or dinner, or you can try fast food or street food.
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Food
Meals for one day
Montevideo $9.69
Florianopolis $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe.:
$75
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El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango & Folklore in Montevideo:
$105
Typical Food prices in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Floripa Cooking Class:
$72
Local Transportation
Montevideo's transportation costs can vary by the type of transport chosen by visitors. Naturally, taxis and private drivers cost much more than public transportation options. On average, visitors spend $5.26 per person, per day on transportation in Montevideo.
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Florianopolis than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend $10 on transportation in Florianopolis on average per day.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Transfer MV Uruguay:
$37
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Transfer Airport to Hotel Regular:
$20
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TRANSFER IN/OUT (Airport, Port (MVD) - Hotel in MVD - Airport, Port (MVD)):
$20
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TRANSFER IN - OUT (Airport or Port / Hotel) - private transfer:
$25
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Private transfer: Montevideo Airport (MVD) to Montevideo:
$622
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Private Transfer Montevideo Airport:
$20
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Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Montevideo Airport:
$70
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Private Arrival Transfer: Montevideo Airport to Hotel:
$70
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Private Airport Transfer: Montevideo to Carrasco International Airport (MVD):
$40
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Private Airport Transfer: Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Montevideo:
$40
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PACK 3: Transfer in - Tour Montevideo - Punta del Este - Colonia - Transfer out:
$190
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PACK 2: Transfer in - Tour Montevideo - Punta del Este - Transfer out:
$110
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florianopolis
Also for Florianopolis, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Private transfer: Cali International Airport (CLO) to Cali:
$54
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Private transfer: Florianopolis to Florianopolis International Airport (FLN):
$45
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Private transfer: Florianopolis International Airport (FLN) to Florianopolis:
$45
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Shared transfer from Florianópolis airport to Balneário Camboriú:
$35
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Private Airport Transfer: Hercilio Luz Int. Airport (FLN) to Florianopolis:
$30
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Private Airport Transfer: from Florianopolis to Hercilio Luz Int. Airport (FLN):
$30
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Florianopolis?
Prices for flights to both Florianopolis 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.
Entertainment
Sightseeing, admission tickets, things to do, and other entertainment expenses in Montevideo can vary widely by price. On average, visitors spend around $15 per person, per day on entertainment and sightseeing here.
Sightseeing expenses in Florianopolis, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of $20 per day, per person.
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
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2-day Uruguay Pass: City Tour Montevideo + Excursion to Punta del Este:
$142
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2-day Uruguay Pass: Montevideo City Tour + Excursion to Colonia de Sacramento:
$185
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BEST Cruise Passanger - Shared Tours:
$45
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Best Private & Personalized City Tour for cruise passengers (full day):
$170
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Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.:
$145
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Best-Tours:
$1,090
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Bouza Winery Tour from Montevideo with Tastings and Tapas (Esp, Eng, Port):
$75
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City Tour Montevideo:
$25
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City Tour Montevideo:
$28
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Colonia del Sacramento - Full day tour from Montevideo:
$75
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Colonia del Sacramento - Full day tour from Montevideo:
$70
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Discover Montevideo Private Tour with a Local:
$75
Typical Entertainment prices in Florianopolis
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Florianopolis's activities, tours, and tickets:
Tours and Activities in Florianopolis
For Florianopolis, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Balneário Camboriú City Tour from Florianópolis:
$35
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Blumenau City Tour - departing from Florianópolis:
$40
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Blumenau City Tour from Florianópolis:
$40
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Campeche Island day tour - Transport and boat crossing:
$52
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Florianópolis Full Day City Tour:
$26
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North Florianópolis Bike Tour: Mozambique, Santinho and Ingleses Beaches:
$51
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Private Day Tour: Florianópolis Island with Professional Pictures:
$154
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Private Guided Tour in Florianopolis:
$79
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Roteiro Regular - Floripa City Tour Sul e Leste em grupo:
$45
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Shared Shuttle between Florianópolis Airport and Hotel with optional City Tour:
$26
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Southern Beaches of Florianópolis Bike Tour:
$51
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Florianopolis spend on average $6.62 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
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Wine Tasting Tour - from Montevideo:
$75
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Private Winery Tour + Wine Tasting (Minimum 4 people):
$80
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Montevideo and Wine Tasting Tour - for cruise passengers:
$89
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Wine tasting - Uruguayan Tannat in Montevideo:
$103
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Private Visit to Uruguayan Winery + Lunch + Wine tasting (minimum 5 people):
$105
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Juanico Wine Tour Lunch:
$120
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Pack 5: Tour Montevideo, Punta del Este & Wine Tasting Tour:
$145
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Guided Private Wine Tour with Tasting and Lunch:
$182
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Private Wine Tours by Wine Explorers Uruguay:
$205
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Private Montevideo Wine Tour & Flight Tour:
$259
Typical Alcohol prices in Florianopolis
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florianopolis from other travelers:
When comparing the travel costs between Montevideo and Florianopolis, we can see that Florianopolis is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
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