Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Oslo?
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 Oslo or Guatemala City?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Guatemala City, 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: Oslo or Guatemala City?
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
Guatemala City
Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $150Guatemala City $56
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $150, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is $56. 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 Oslo and Guatemala City in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $74Guatemala City $24
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $148Guatemala City $48
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Guatemala City
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Guatemala City? 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: Oslo Hotel Prices and Guatemala City Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $21Guatemala City $6.25
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $91
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo to Oslo Airport OSL by Business Car: $125
- Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City Centre: $129
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $138
- Private Transfer from Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL): $138
- Private Transfer from Oslo Airport (OSL) to Oslo Cruise Port : $138
- Olso: Private Transfer from the City Center to Oslo Airport: $139
- Airport or Hotel Private Transfer: $142
- Oslo Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Oslo hotels: $143
- Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $143
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $144
- Private Transfer from Sandefjord (TRF) Airport to Sandefjord City: $144
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:
- Shared Arrival Transfer: Guatemala City Airport to Antigua: $16
- Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $25
- Private Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $25
- Private Airport Transfer La Aurora airport to Guatemala: $26
- Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $26
- Private Transfer from La Aurora International Airport to Antigua: $28
- Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $33
- Private Arrival Transfer: La Aurora International Airport to Antigua Hotel: $35
- Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
- Private transfer Guatemala airport to Antigua.: $60
- Private transfer from Airport to Panajachel: $65
- Private Transfer From La Aurora AirPort to Panajachel Atitlan : $67
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Guatemala City?
Prices for flights to both Guatemala City and Oslo 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 dayOslo $52Guatemala City $27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Fjord-Style Dinner Cruise: $69
- City Tour with Traditional Norwegian Lunch or Dinner: $114
- 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord: $151
- Oslo Fjord 3 Course Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $154
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $162
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $165
- Oslo Tour with a Michelin-Starred Chef & Lunch/Dinner: $177
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Guatemala City.
- PRIVATE MAYAN COOKING CLASS WITH CHEF EN Guatemala City: $65
- Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
- Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Surrounded by The Volcano: $175
- Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $15Guatemala City $1.22
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Self Guided Tour in Oslo with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.58
- Intercultural Museum Entry Ticket: $6.07
- Labour Museum Entry Ticket: $6.07
- Classic A Self-Guided Audio Tour from Central Station to Akershus Castle: $7.99
- Akerselva River Meander: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
- Self-Guided Ghost Tour Game for the Headless Horseman in Oslo: $8.63
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $8.99
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $11
- Museum of Oslo and Theatre Museum Entry Ticket: $12
- Oslo Museum: Frogner Manor Guided Tour: $12
- Oslo Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $15
Tours and Activities in Guatemala City
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:
- Half Day Guatemala City Tour: $27
- 2-Hour Culture and Historical Tour From Guatemala: $29
- Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $30
- Guatemala city Walking Tour and public bus: $30
- Walking Tour of Guatemala City's Historical Center: $35
- Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City : $35
- Private Tour: Antigua Guatemala Walking Tour from Antigua Guatemala: $35
- Guatemala city walking tour on afternoon 14.00, 2 persons and up: $39
- Private Tour in the Historic Center of Guatemala City: $45
- City walking tour Guatemala City and Relieff Map: $47
- Private Night City Photo Tour in Guatemala: $50
- Historical and natural bike tour in Guatemala City: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $9.13Guatemala City $6.93
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- The Original Oslo Pub Crawl: $34
- The Original Oslo Pub Crawl: $35
Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City
Also in Guatemala City, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $105
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Guatemala City, we can see that Oslo is more expensive. And not only is Guatemala City much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oslo is in Europe and Guatemala City is in Central 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 Guatemala City would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guatemala City 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 Oslo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oslo than you might in Guatemala City.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oslo Expensive? and Is Guatemala City Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Guatemala City?
Guatemala City has a larger population, and is about 72% larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Guatemala City, 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.