Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Paphos?
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 Paphos or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Manaus, 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: Paphos or Manaus?
Paphos
Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.
Manaus
Manaus is a Brazilian city, capital of the state of Amazonas, and is located on the Rio Negro a few miles before it meets the Rio Solimões to form the Amazon River. The city is a major departure point for those visiting the Amazon Rainforest, though there are a few sights worth seeing within the city itself as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125Manaus €56
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in Manaus 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 Paphos and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Manaus €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Manaus €70
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Manaus? 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Manaus €6.49
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Shared shuttle transfer from Hotels to Paphos Airport: $17
- Self drive boat hire Latchi + optional Paphos hotel transfers: $298
- Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $58
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Paphos City: $51
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Limassol City: $101
- Private Paphos Airport Transfer via Vintage Mercedes: $179
- Private Airport Transfer from Hotel to Paphos Airport in a 4-seater taxi: $46
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $80
- Blue Lagoon Boat Cruise with Bus Transfer: $30
- Paphos to Paphos Int Airport (PFO) - Departure Private Transfer: $43
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Slide, Music & Hotel Transfer: $34
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $86
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) -Departure Private Transfer: $55
- 24-hour Hotel Transfer to Manaus Airport: $16
- 24-hour transfer from airport to hotel in Manaus: $17
- 24h Private Transfer Service Hotel to Manaus Airport: $23
- Manaus Airport(MAO) to Manaus hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $57
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $60
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $109
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Privado Transfer Aeroporto to Hotel Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge: $171
- Private Transfer Group 24h Hotel to Airport in Manaus: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Paphos 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 dayPaphos €65Manaus €18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.
- From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $62
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $226
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $42
- Food Tour: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Blue Lagoon Adventure at Romantic Sunset from Paphos: $42
- 100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos) : $57
- Afternoon 2 hour tour to Adonis waterfalls only !!!: $70
- Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $80
- Akamas, Baths of Aphrodite and Blue Lagoon Day Tour from Paphos: $54
- Atlantis Turtle Watching Cruise & Snorkelling Adventure : $42
- Authentic Gourmet Tour with Wine and Food Tasting from Paphos: $65
- Baths of Aphrodite, Latchi and Blue Lagoon Cruise Tour: $46
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $44
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide from Paphos: $48
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour : $30
- Blue Lagoon Mediterranean One Boat Cruise from Latchi: $21
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Manaus Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Walking Tours in Manaus: $36
- MUSA and INPA Museums with Observation Tower Tour: $50
- Half-Day City Tour: $54
- Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River: $55
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $55
- Manaus City Tour e Musa: $60
- Manaus Sightseeing Tour: $64
- Meeting of the Waters & Pink Dolphin Tour with Lunch: $65
- Solimoes River Piranha Fishing and Alligator Watching Tour: $66
- Full-Day Package Tour in Presidente Figueiredo : $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Manaus €2.32
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Afternoon Tour to Agios Neophytos Monastery with Wine Tasting: $44
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $89
- Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $138
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Manaus, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Manaus 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 Manaus would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Manaus 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos than you might in Manaus.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Manaus, 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 Paphos or Manaus?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Manaus is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Paphos has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Paphos or Manaus in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Manaus. Many visitors come to Paphos in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Paphos is around the same temperature as Manaus. Typically, the summer temperatures in Paphos in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Manaus averages at about 27°C (81°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the summer, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Manausin January. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Paphos usually gets less rain in July than Manausin January. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryPaphos 27°C (80°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Manaus in the Autumn?
Both Manaus and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Paphos for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Paphos is generally cooler than Manausin April. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 21°C (70°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during autumn. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. In October, Paphos usually receives less rain than Manausin April. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilPaphos 21°C (70°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Manaus in the Winter?
Both Manaus and Paphos during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Paphos because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Paphos is much colder than Manaus in the winter. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F)in July.
In Manaus, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Paphos often gets less sunshine than Manausin July. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in January than Manausin July. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyPaphos 12°C (53°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Manaus in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Manaus. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Paphos this time of year.
In the spring, Paphos is much colder than Manaus. Typically, the spring temperatures in Paphos in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Manaus averages at about 29°C (84°F)in October.
In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during spring. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun in the spring.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Paphos usually receives less rain than Manausin October. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberPaphos 17°C (62°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Paphos
| Paphos | Manaus | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |
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.