Which place is cheaper, Managua or Oslo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Oslo or Managua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Managua, 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 Managua?
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.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $137Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $137, while the average daily cost in Managua is $55. 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 Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $81Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $162Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Managua? 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 Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $23Managua $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$6.61
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Oslo Airport (OSL): Private Transfer to Oslo Cruise Port: $489
- Transfer Between Oslo City Center & Gardermoen Airport: $256
- Oslo Airport Transfers : Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL in Business Van: $238
- Oslo Airport Transfers : Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City in Business Van: $229
- Round-Trip Private Transfer Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $228
- Trondheim Private Transfer from Trondheim (TRD) Airport to City centre: $215
- Oslo Private Transfer from Oslo city centre to Oslo airport: $204
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport(OSL) to Trysil - Arrival Private Transfer: $187
- Oslo Lufthavn Airport (OSL) to Trysil - Arrival Private Transfer: $187
- Oslo Airport (OSL) to Oslo Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $179
- Oslo Lufthavn Airport OSL to Hafjell- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $175
- Private Oslo Airport and City Transfers: $164
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- Managua Augusto Sandino Airport(MGA) to Managua- Arrival Transfer: $33
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
- San Jorge Rivas Transfer: $47
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua 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 $30Managua $17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Cruise with Seafood Dinner: $59
- Oslo Alternative Culture and Street Food Tour: $73
- Christmas Street Food Tour with Akevitt and Christmas beer : $111
- 3-course Dinner Cruise in the Oslofjord: $119
- Oslo Fjord 3 Course Dinner Sightseeing Cruise: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $19Managua $16
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- 2 Hour Sea Kayak Tour on Oslofjord from Central Oslo: $92
- 2.hr Oslo Kayak Tour “Fjord City”: $92
- 2hr Retro Motorcycle Sidecar Oslo Highlights Tour: $212
- 4 hours Winter View of the Oslofjord Walk Tour : $149
- A Self-Guided Tour of Akershus to Kongen Marina Waterfront: $7.99
- Akerselva River Kayak Tour; An Urban Paddling Adventure: $92
- Akerselva River Tour : $92
- An Oslo Waterfront Stroll: Self-paced Audio Tour: $7.99
- Authentic Oslo bike tour: $44
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $45
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.99
- Discover Christmas Spirit in Oslo Walking Tour: $27
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- Private lava tour-Masaya Volcano from Managua: $49
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- PRIVATE Laguna de apoyo day pass + masaya volcano lava tour: $70
- PRIVATE Boat ride + Colonial city tour at Granada+Catarina lookout: $80
- PRIVATE Day trip Granada Isletas +Colonial City tour from Managua: $80
- Managua City Tour: $84
- PRIVATE Boat tour + Granada City +Masaya Volcano Night Tour : $85
- full tour Somoto Canyon Nicaragua: $86
- PRIVATE Boat tour+Granada City and Catarina lookout from Managua: $88
- Managua City Tour: $88
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $11Managua $11
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Managua, we can see that Oslo is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oslo is in Europe and Managua 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oslo Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Managua?
Managua has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Managua, 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 Oslo or Managua?
Oslo has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Managua experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Oslo or Managua in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Oslo as well as Managua. Most visitors come to Oslo for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
Oslo is much colder than Managua in the summer. The daily temperature in Oslo averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Oslo this time of the year. In the summer, Oslo often gets more sunshine than Managua. Oslo gets 246 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Managua. Oslo usually gets less rain in July than Managua. Oslo gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOslo 18°C (64°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Oslo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Oslo because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Oslo is much colder than Managua. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Oslo in October average around 7°C (45°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Oslo usually receives less sunshine than Managua during autumn. Oslo gets 86 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In October, Oslo usually receives less rain than Managua. Oslo gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOslo 7°C (45°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Managua in the Winter?
Both Managua and Oslo during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Oslo this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
It's quite cold in Oslo in the winter. In January, Oslo is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Oslo average around -4°C (25°F), and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Managua, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Oslo often gets less sunshine than Managua. Oslo gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun.
Oslo usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Oslo gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOslo -4°C (25°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Oslo or Managua in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Oslo and Managua. Many travelers come to Oslo for the activities around the city. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Oslo is much colder than Managua in the spring. The daily temperature in Oslo averages around 6°C (42°F) in April, and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. Oslo usually receives less sunshine than Managua during spring. Oslo gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Oslo usually receives more rain than Managua. Oslo gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOslo 6°C (42°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Oslo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (25°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (26°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (42°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 12°C (53°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (53°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (45°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (35°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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