Which place is cheaper, Ottawa or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Montevideo or Ottawa?
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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa?
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.
Ottawa
Ottawa is the capital city of Canada, located on the Ontario side of the Ottawa River. A city of many ethnic populations, Ottawa is uniquely bilingual with English as the first language of the population's majority and French as a close second. It is best known as the nation's capital, which is centered on Parliament Hill, an architectural landmark as well as the seat of government.
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 Canada, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontevideo $64Ottawa $123
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $64, while the average daily cost in Ottawa is $123. 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 Ottawa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontevideo $40Ottawa $18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontevideo $80Ottawa $36
Compare Hotels in Montevideo and Ottawa
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo or Ottawa? 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 Ottawa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montevideo $7.38Ottawa $7.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montevideo Airport (MVD) -Montevideo City: $19
- Transfer from Montevideo to Carrasco Airport: $45
- TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT (4 to 12 paxs): $80
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- Private Transfer from Punta Del Este Port to Carrasco Airport MVD: $72
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $26
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $30
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $35
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Montevideo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Carrasco Airport Transfer: $20
- Airport-Hotel or Hotel-Airport Transfers: $36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ottawa
Also for Ottawa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Ottawa to Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier Airport (YOW) - Departure Private Transfer: $66
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW Private Arrival/Departure Shuttle Transfer : $52
- Private Arrival Transfer from Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier Airport YOW: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Ottawa?
Prices for flights to both Ottawa 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 $14Ottawa $17
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 and Folklore: $98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Oh Canada Eh!? Dinner Musical : $71
- Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $79
- Evening Taste of the ByWard Market Food Tour: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montevideo $21Ottawa $40
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour: $65
- Private Tour to Tourist Places in Montevideo: $260
- 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: $120
- Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers : $120
- Best custom Montevideo Private Tour in Electric SUV! (BMW Option): $120
- City Tour of Montevideo: $40
- City Tour, the best option for small groups: $160
- City tour Montevideo: $27
Tours and Activities in Ottawa
For Ottawa, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Ottawa Express City Bike Tour: $59
- A Self Guided Audio Tour of Ottawa's Hidden History: $6.99
- Best of Ottawa Neighbourhoods & Nature Bike Tour: $82
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Tour with River Cruise: $133
- Best of Ottawa Small Group Walking Tour with Boat Cruise: $85
- City Beers: Bus Tour of Ottawa Breweries: $75
- Explore Canada Through Ottawa's Eyes with Walking Tours Through The City: $6.68
- Full Day Montreal and Cruise Tour from Ottawa: $115
- Gems and Surprises – Ottawa Walking Tour: $186
- Helicopter Private Tour Over Ottawa 70KM in 20 min : $150
- Hidden Ottawa Secrets Walking Tour: $25
- Ottawa Boat Cruise - Paul's Boat Line: $36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontevideo -Ottawa $18
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
- The best wine tour: $140
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $210
Sample the Local Flavors in Ottawa
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Ottawa:
- Epic Ottawa Bar Crawl: By Let’s Roam: $12
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Ottawa, we can see that Ottawa 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 Ottawa 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 Ottawa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ottawa 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 Ottawa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montevideo or Ottawa?
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 56% larger than the population of Ottawa. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Ottawa, 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 Ottawa?
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 Ottawa has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Montevideo or Ottawa in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Ottawa.
Montevideo is a little warmer than Ottawa in the summer. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Ottawa fluctuates around 21°C (71°F)in July.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ottawa this time of the year. In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Montevideo usually receives more sunshine than Ottawa during summer. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 268 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Montevideo usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ottawain July. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 87 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyMontevideo 24°C (75°F)Ottawa 21°C (71°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Ottawa in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Ottawa.
In the autumn, Montevideo is much warmer than Ottawa. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Montevideo in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Ottawa averages at about 9°C (48°F)in October.
In the autumn, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Ottawain October. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 116 hours of full sun.
Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Montevideo usually gets more rain in April than Ottawain October. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Ottawa 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Ottawa in the Winter?
Both Ottawa and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Ottawa can be very cold. In July, Montevideo is generally much warmer than Ottawain January. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 11°C (52°F), and Ottawa fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Montevideo usually receives more sunshine than Ottawa during winter. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Ottawa receives 93 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Ottawain January. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryMontevideo 11°C (52°F)Ottawa -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Ottawa in the Spring?
Both Ottawa and Montevideo during the spring are popular places to visit.
Montevideo is much warmer than Ottawa in the spring. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Ottawa fluctuates around 6°C (44°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Montevideo. In the spring, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Ottawain April. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ottawa receives 180 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually gets more rain in October than Ottawain April. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Ottawa receives 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Ottawa 6°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Ottawa and Montevideo
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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) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
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