Which place is cheaper, Veracruz or Montevideo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Montevideo and Veracruz 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.
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.
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Montevideo is $63, while the average daily cost in Veracruz is $122. 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 Veracruz in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Montevideo or Veracruz? 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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Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Veracruz 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.
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Montevideo and Veracruz, we can see that Veracruz 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 Veracruz 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 Veracruz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Veracruz 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 Veracruz Expensive?.
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Veracruz. When comparing the sizes of Montevideo and Veracruz, 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.
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 Veracruz has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Both Veracruz and Montevideo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In January, Montevideo is generally cooler than Veracruzin July. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 24°C (75°F), and Veracruz fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Veracruz. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually receives more sunshine than Veracruz during summer. Montevideo gets 296 hours of sunny skies, while Veracruz receives 208 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Veracruz. In January, Montevideo usually receives less rain than Veracruzin July. Montevideo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 410 mm (16.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Veracruz and Montevideo during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Montevideo is much colder than Veracruz in the autumn. The daily temperature in Montevideo averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Veracruz fluctuates around 26°C (79°F)in October.
In the autumn, Montevideo often gets less sunshine than Veracruzin October. Montevideo gets 171 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Veracruz receives 188 hours of full sun.
Veracruz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Montevideo. Montevideo usually gets less rain in April than Veracruzin October. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Montevideo and Veracruz.
In the winter, Montevideo is much colder than Veracruz. Typically, the winter temperatures in Montevideo in July average around 11°C (52°F), and Veracruz averages at about 21°C (71°F)in January.
Montevideo usually receives less sunshine than Veracruz during winter. Montevideo gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Veracruz receives 156 hours of full sun in the winter.
In July, Montevideo usually receives more rain than Veracruzin January. Montevideo gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Montevideo as well as Veracruz.
In October, Montevideo is generally much colder than Veracruzin April. Daily temperatures in Montevideo average around 17°C (63°F), and Veracruz fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Veracruz. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In the spring, Montevideo often gets more sunshine than Veracruzin April. Montevideo gets 248 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Veracruz receives 203 hours of full sun.
Montevideo receives a lot of rain in the spring. Montevideo usually gets more rain in October than Veracruzin April. Montevideo gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Veracruz receives 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Montevideo | Veracruz | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) |
May | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) |
Aug | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) |
Oct | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |