Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Montevideo or Montreal?
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 Montreal 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 Montreal?
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.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontevideo $63Montreal $209
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $63, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $209. 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 Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontevideo $39Montreal $131
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontevideo $78Montreal $262
Compare Hotels in Montevideo and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo or Montreal? 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 Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montevideo $7.32Montreal $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Montevideo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT (4 to 12 paxs): $80
- 1 - way - Transfer from Carrasco Interational Airport to Montevideo: $51
- Transfer from Montevideo to Carrasco Airport: $45
- Transfer from Carrasco International Aiport to Montevideo: $45
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Airport-Hotel or Hotel-Airport Transfers: $36
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Cruise Port to Montevideo city: $29
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $29
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montevideo Airport (MVD) -Montevideo City: $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 8 Passengers Transfer from or to Montreal Airport YUL to Montreal City Center : $224
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Departure Transfer Montreal to Montreal Airport by Limos or Bus: $153
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $116
- Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $87
- One Way Private transfer from Montreal Airport to/ from Montreal: $84
- Downtown Direct: Montreal's Exclusive Airport Transfer: $79
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montreal CityCenter- to Montreal Airport (YUL): $67
- Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal 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 $13Montreal $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $85
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango & Folklore in Montevideo: $98
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$8.97
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $49
- Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $58
- No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $59
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $104
- Jewish Neighborhood Food Tour: $130
- Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $159
- Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $204
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $216
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montevideo $21Montreal $21
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour: $65
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Best Private & Personalized Tour of Montevideo: $200
- Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.: $165
- Best Private Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers: $250
- Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers: $110
- Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers : $110
- Best custom Montevideo Private Tour in Electric SUV! (BMW Option): $120
- City Tour de Montevideo con ingreso al Palacio Legislativo: $65
- City Tour of Montevideo: $40
- City Tour, the best option for small groups: $160
- Discover Mix of Sightseeing & City Attractions!: $140
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$53
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- 1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour: $29
- 1 Hour Tour of Old-Montreal in Vintage Convertible Cadillac: $220
- 2 hour Tour of The Montreal Bagel: $44
- 3 Days 2 Nights Tour in New York: $300
- 3-Hour Scooter Sightseeing in Montreal: $79
- 3Hr Montreal Architecture Bike Tour with regular or E-bikes Beer & wine included: $64
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.73
- All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
- Awesome Curling Experience : $82
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $212
- Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
- Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontevideo -Montreal $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Half Day Tour at Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $120
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $210
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Montreal, we can see that Montreal 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 Montreal 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal 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 Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montevideo or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Montevideo. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Montreal, 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 Montevideo or Montreal?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Montevideo is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Montreal has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Montevideo or Montreal in the Summer?
Both Montreal and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
Montevideo is a little warmer than Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Montreal. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montreal during summer. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Montrealin July. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyMontevideo 24°C (75°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Montreal in the Autumn?
Both Montreal and Montevideo during the autumn are popular places to visit.
In the autumn, Montevideo is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Montevideo in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F)in October.
In the autumn, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Montrealin October. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually gets more rain in April than Montrealin October. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Montreal in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Montreal.
It's quite cold in Montreal in the winter. In July, Montevideo is generally much warmer than Montrealin January. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 11°C (52°F), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Montevideo usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during winter. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Montrealin January. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryMontevideo 11°C (52°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Montreal in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Montreal.
Montevideo is much warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F)in April.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In the spring, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Montrealin April. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun.
Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Montevideo usually gets more rain in October than Montrealin April. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Montevideo
| Montevideo | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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