Which place is cheaper, Fortaleza or Nadi (Port Denarau)?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fortaleza?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fortaleza, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fortaleza?
Nadi (Port Denarau)
Nadi, pronounced "Nandi", is a city and transportation hub in the Fijian islands. It is on one of the main islands, Viti Levu, and has a population of about 42,000. Many inhabitants are Indian as well as Fijian, and the largest temple in the Southern hemisphere is located in the city center. It must be noted that Nadi and surrounding areas aren't known for the beaches. This is more of a cultural destination or starting point for your trip to Fiji. For the best beaches, you will want to venture out to the other, smaller, islands.
Fortaleza
A major city on Brazil's northeastern coast and the capital city of Ceara state, Fortaleza is best characterized by its city landscape lined with beaches and palm trees. It also features some great seafood as well as long-standing folk traditions in culture and dance.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Brazil, and The Best Budget Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNadi (Port Denarau) $201Fortaleza $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Nadi (Port Denarau) is $201, while the average daily cost in Fortaleza is $88. 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) and Fortaleza in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNadi (Port Denarau) $108Fortaleza $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNadi (Port Denarau) $216Fortaleza $60
Compare Hotels in Nadi (Port Denarau) and Fortaleza
Looking for a hotel in Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fortaleza? 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: Nadi (Port Denarau) Hotel Prices and Fortaleza Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $8.93Fortaleza $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nadi (Port Denarau):
- Zip line ex Intercontinental Fiji with return private transfers: $215
- Zip line Fiji ex Fiji Marriot w/private return transfer: $186
- Private Transfer: Nadi Airport to Pacific Harbour - 1 to 4 Seat Vehicle: $133
- CFC APPROVED Private Arrival Transfer - Nadi Airport to Volivoli or Wananavu Rst: $131
- Treetops Fiji Zipline Tour with Drop off Transfer to Nadi Airport: $131
- Private vehicle transfer Fiji Marriot Momi Bay to Nadi Airport: $119
- 100% CFC APPROVED PRIVATE Transfer - Denarau to Nadi & Coral Coast Hotels: $114
- Shared transfer- Nadi Airport to Denarau island Fiji: $94
- Private Transfer:Nadi Airport to Fiji Marriott Momi Bay: $70
- Private Transfer: Intercontinental Resort and Spa to Nadi Airport: $67
- Private Roundtrip Transfer - Nadi Airport to Fiji Marriott Momi Bay: $66
- Round Trip Transfer -Nadi Airport to Intercontinental Resort: $65
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fortaleza
Also for Fortaleza, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer leaving from the Fortaleza waterfront to Beach Park: $9.10
- Transfer to Beach Park: $12
- Beach Park Round-Trip Transfer: $13
- Private Airport Transfer | Fortaleza Airport (FOR) to Meireles: $14
- Transfer from hotels in Orla Marítima to Fortaleza Airport: $18
- Transfer from Fortaleza to Jericoacoara: $32
- Private Transfer Airport to/from City Hotels: $33
- Fortaleza to Fortaleza Airport (FOR) - Departure Private Transfer: $33
- Fortaleza Airport (FOR) to Fortaleza - Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Fortaleza to/from Jericoacoara Transfer: $34
- Fortaleza Airport Shared Transfer: $39
- Fortaleza Roundtrip Airport Transfers: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fortaleza?
Prices for flights to both Fortaleza and Nadi (Port Denarau) 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 dayNadi (Port Denarau) $70Fortaleza $42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nadi (Port Denarau).
- Capt Cook Cruises Super Saver Combo: Day Sail + Dinner Cruise: $204
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Fortaleza
For Fortaleza, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Fortaleza 4 hours Brazilian Cooking Class: $85
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nadi (Port Denarau) $33Fortaleza $15
Tours and Activities in Nadi (Port Denarau)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nadi (Port Denarau) are as follows:
- "Half Day Nadi Highlights Tour”: $150
- 16 Lines Zipline, Cave and Mud Spa Combo Tour with Lunch in Fiji: $168
- 6 Hours Giant Zipline Adventure Park in Fiji: $93
- Authentic Cultural and Historical Village Tour of Nadi Ex Fiji Marriott Resort: $159
- Biausevu Waterfall Tour (Sigatoka): $103
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $102
- Coral Coast Heritage Tour: $180
- Cultural Night Tour: $82
- Discover Coral Coast & Natadola Beach Tour: $95
- Discover Nadi Tour: $86
- Discover Nadi with Sabeto Hotspring and Mudpool Tour: $117
- FIJI: Official Sabeto Hotspring and Mudpool Tour: $37
Tours and Activities in Fortaleza
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fortaleza.
- Full Day Tour to Cumbuco From Fortaleza: $13
- 3 Beaches in 1 Day Tour Leaving Fortaleza: $13
- Águas Belas Tour: $15
- Lagoinha Beach Tour: $17
- Tour 3 beaches in 1 day: $20
- Canoa Quebrada Beach Tour with Nettour: $20
- Panoramic City Tour with Cumbuco Beach - ForYou Receptive: $24
- Fortaleza Panoramic City Tour with visit to Cumbuco Beach: $24
- Tour 3 Beaches in 1 day (Morro Branco, Praia das Fontes and Canoa Quebrada): $24
- Canoe Quebrada Full Day Tour - Departure from Fortaleza by Vitorino Turismo: $24
- Jericoacoara Tour in a Full Day - Leaving Fortaleza by Girafatur: $26
- Highlights City Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNadi (Port Denarau) $12Fortaleza $10
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nadi (Port Denarau) and Fortaleza, we can see that Nadi (Port Denarau) is more expensive. And not only is Fortaleza much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nadi (Port Denarau) is in Pacific and Fortaleza is in South 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 Fortaleza would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fortaleza 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 Nadi (Port Denarau) would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nadi (Port Denarau) than you might in Fortaleza.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nadi (Port Denarau) Expensive? and Is Fortaleza Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nadi (Port Denarau) or Fortaleza?
Fortaleza has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Nadi (Port Denarau). When comparing the sizes of Nadi (Port Denarau) and Fortaleza, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.