Which place is cheaper, Salvador or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Montevideo or Salvador?
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 Salvador 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 Salvador?
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.
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMontevideo $64Salvador $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $64, while the average daily cost in Salvador is $44. 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 Salvador in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMontevideo $40Salvador $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMontevideo $80Salvador $48
Compare Hotels in Montevideo and Salvador
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo or Salvador? 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 Salvador Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Montevideo $7.38Salvador $6.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1 - way - Transfer from Carrasco Interational Airport to Montevideo: $51
- Airport-Hotel or Hotel-Airport Transfers: $36
- Carrasco Airport Transfer: $20
- Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Montevideo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $30
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $26
- Private Transfer from Punta Del Este Port to Carrasco Airport MVD: $72
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT (4 to 12 paxs): $80
- Transfer from Montevideo to Carrasco Airport: $45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Transfer Salvador to Barra Grande Round Trip: $300
- Transfers between Salvador and Barra Grande Maraú: $287
- Transfer Grand Palladium - Private Executive Van: $148
- Private Transfer to/from Salvador Airport to/from Praia do Forte: $140
- Shared Transfer Salvador / Morro de São Paulo / Salvador: $130
- Private Transfer to/from Sauipe Resort By Minivan one way: $130
- Transfer: Salvador to/from Boipeba Island: $129
- Transfer Vila Galé Mares (Guarajuba) - Executive Van - Private: $121
- One-Way Private Transfer to Boipeba Island: $120
- Private Transfer from/to Salvador Airport From/to Grand Palladium Imbassai: $115
- Transfer Morro de Sao Paulo round trip: $111
- Private Transfer from Salvador International Airport to Salvador: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Montevideo or Salvador?
Prices for flights to both Salvador 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 $14Salvador $13
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
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.38
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- 9-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $85
- 9-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $85
- Private Bahian Cooking Class - An Amazing Experience!: $113
- Private Cooking Experience with local in Salvador: $130
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $133
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $140
- Baiana Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $154
- Bahia By Night: Dinner and Folkloric show: $195
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Montevideo $21Salvador $5.72
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Montevideo's Culture and History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Museo Andes 1972 / Crash Memorial Admission Ticket: $8.00
- Palacio Salvo Official Ticket with Guided Tour: $13
- Tourist Bus "Discover Montevideo": $25
- Half-day Regular City Tour at Montevideo : $25
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Montevideo City Tour for Cruisers - AudioGuided: $26
- City tour Montevideo: $27
- Half-Day Sightseeing Tour: $28
- Shared Montevideo Tour for Cruisers: $30
- Old City Walking Tour with Private Photographer: $30
- Walking Tour with Photographer and Audioguide: $31
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Afro-Brazilian Roots city Tour in Salvador with lunch at Favela: $150
- Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador": $103
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Bike Rentals and Bike Tours: $143
- Cachoeira Countryside Flavor Private Tour from Salvador: $160
- Candomblé Cerimony Tour: $62
- Candomble Religion Mysteries Private Tour in Salvador: $80
- City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil: $141
- Cruise Ship Special Private Tour Salvador da Bahia Historic Old Town Bonfim and Barra: $152
- Culinary Traditions Tour: $180
- Easy Diving - Lord Beach Snorkeling - Leaving Forte Beach by Emytour: $33
- Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMontevideo -Salvador $5.43
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.38
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Drinks$2.76
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Salvador, we can see that Montevideo is more expensive. And not only is Salvador much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Salvador would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salvador 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 Salvador.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Montevideo Expensive? and Is Salvador Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Montevideo or Salvador?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Montevideo. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Salvador, 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 Salvador?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Montevideo or Salvador in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Salvador.
Montevideo is cooler than Salvador in the summer. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 24°C (75°F) in January, and Salvador fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Salvador. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In the summer, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Salvador. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salvador receives 246 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Salvador. Montevideo usually gets less rain in January than Salvador. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Salvador receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuaryMontevideo 24°C (75°F)Salvador 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Salvador in the Autumn?
Both Salvador and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In the autumn, Montevideo is much colder than Salvador. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Montevideo in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Salvador averages at about 26°C (80°F).
Montevideo usually receives less sunshine than Salvador during autumn. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies, while Salvador receives 190 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Salvador. It's quite rainy in Montevideo. In April, Montevideo usually receives less rain than Salvador. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Salvador receives 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Salvador 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Salvador in the Winter?
Both Salvador and Montevideo during the winter are popular places to visit.
In July, Montevideo is generally much colder than Salvador. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 11°C (52°F), and Salvador fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In the winter, Montevideo often gets less sunshine than Salvador. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salvador receives 181 hours of full sun.
Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Montevideo usually gets less rain in July than Salvador. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Salvador receives 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulyMontevideo 11°C (52°F)Salvador 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Montevideo or Salvador in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Salvador.
Montevideo is much colder than Salvador in the spring. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 17°C (63°F) in October, and Salvador fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Salvador this time of the year. In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Montevideo usually receives more sunshine than Salvador during spring. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies, while Salvador receives 228 hours of full sun in the spring.
Salvador receives a lot of rain in the spring. Montevideo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Montevideo usually receives less rain than Salvador. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Salvador receives 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberMontevideo 17°C (63°F)Salvador 26°C (78°F)
Typical Weather for Salvador and Montevideo
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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) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) |
| Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
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