Which place is cheaper, Quito 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 Quito?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Quito, 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 Quito?
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.
Quito
Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.
Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.
Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.
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 Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.
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Oslo Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $155Quito $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $155, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Quito in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $76Quito $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $152Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Quito
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Quito? 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 Quito Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $22Quito $6.99
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $137
- Airport Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo City by Business Car: $146
- Arrival Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo by Business Van: $249
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL by Luxury Van: $171
- Oslo Airport Hotel Transfer Service English Speaking: $145
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL)-Departure Private Transfer: $100
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $69
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $137
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $132
- Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $148
- Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $69
- Private Direct Transfer From Oslo to Drammen: $87
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:
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Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel$10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:
- Private Departure Transfer from Quito to the Airport - One Way: $20
- Quito hotels to Mariscal Sucre Quito Airport (UIO) - Departure Private Transfer: $21
- Private Transfer from or to Quito Airport (one way): $21
- Transfer from or to UIO Airport to any Hotel in Quito: $25
- Quito Airport ↔ Quito Hotels Private Transfer Service: $27
- Quito PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotels: $28
- Quito PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport: $28
- Quito PRIVATE Arrival Transfer from Airport to Hotels: $28
- Custom Transfers Across Ecuador (quote required): $30
- Transfer Out from Quito to the Airport: $30
- Private Transfer from the Airport to the city: $32
- Transfers To and From the Airport in Quito Ecuador: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Quito?
Prices for flights to both Quito 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 $54Quito $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $160
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $160
- Skinnerbakken Oslo Cooking Experience: $170
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $187
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quito.
- Ecuadorian Gastronomy Tasting and Cooking Class in Quito: $15
- 3 Hours Local Food Tour in Quito: $38
- Quito Eats Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $55
- Quito Kitchens Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $55
- From Cayambe Traditional Cooking Class with Transfers: $60
- The Delicious Side of Quito Food Tour: $70
- Food Tour in quaint old town with tastings and lunch: $71
- 3-hour Andean Cooking Class in Quito with a Local Host: $75
- Street Food Tour with Private Transport: $79
- Homemade Local Food Tour in Guayaquil: $80
- Hidden Gems Food Tour with Cacao Tasting and Culture: $87
- Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation: $88
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $15Quito $16
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Self-Guided Tours in Oslo with 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.42
- Downtown Self-Guided Highlights and History Audio Tour: $5.00
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
- Discover Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $18
- The Fram Museum Admission Ticket: $19
- Oslo City Walking Tour with Local Guide: $24
- The Viking Planet Museum Ticket: $31
- 2-Hour Essential Oslo in the City Center Guided Walking Tour: $33
- Best of Oslo Walking Tour in German: $37
- 24 hours Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket Gray Line: $37
Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito
Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two$8.00
Tours and Activities in Quito
Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Quito Old Town Walking tour small groups Chocolate taste included: $5.00
- Quito Old Town tip based walking tour small groups Cacao Taste: $5.00
- Old Town Basilica of National Vow Towers/ Exclusive Night tour!: $5.00
- Quito Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h10 and 19 audio reviews: $6.75
- Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town: $15
- 2.5-Hour City Bus Tour: $15
- Discover the heart of the Historic Center - Walking tour: $25
- Instagram walking tour in Quito's Historic Center: $26
- Quito's Cultural Tour & Indigenous Perspectives of Old Town: $27
- Quito Old Town Tour: History, Market Visit & Ice Cream Tasting: $29
- Old Town Walking Tour with Basilica Church Visit: $30
- Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $9.44Quito $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $37
Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:
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Beers for Two$9.00
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Quito, we can see that Oslo is more expensive. And not only is Quito much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oslo is in Europe and Quito 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 Quito would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Quito 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 Quito.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oslo Expensive? and Is Quito Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Quito?
Quito has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Quito, 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.