Which place is cheaper, Managua or Prague?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Prague or Managua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Prague and Managua. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Prague or Managua?
Prague
Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.
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 Budget Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPrague $111Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Prague is $111, 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 Prague and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPrague $68Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPrague $136Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Prague and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Prague 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: Prague Hotel Prices and Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Prague $8.26Managua $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:
- Sightseeing Transfer to Salzburg via Cesky Krumlov: $1,451
- Private transfer from Prague to Budapest: $1,066
- Private transfer from Prague to Munich: $700
- Private transfer from Prague to Vilshofen: $592
- Airport Transfer Beer Party Bus with Unlimited Beer: $591
- Private sightseeing transfer Prague - Vienna: $430
- Luxury transfer from Prague to Česky Krumlov: $296
- Private Transfer from Prague to Salzburg with local English-speaking driver: $289
- Private Transfer From Prague To Berlin With 2h For Sightseeing: $289
- Private transfer from Prague to Berlin with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $284
- Private Transfer from Prague to Nuremberg with 2h of Sightseeing: $282
- Private Transfer from Prague to Vienna with 2h for Sightseeing: $278
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 Prague or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Prague 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 dayPrague $26Managua $17
Typical Food Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:
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Fruit$4.30
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Lunch for One$13
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Bananas$0.61
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Cookies$0.34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.
- Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour: $21
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Prague by Night: 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $47
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $47
- Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $52
- Prague Street Food Tour: $53
- Vltava River Evening Dinner Cruise: $54
- Folkloric Dinner Show with Unlimited Drinks: $57
- 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $58
- Folklore dinner: $58
- Vltava River Cruise with Dinner: $58
- Medieval Dinner with Unlimited Drinks: $59
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Prague $16Managua $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:
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Opera Tickets$4.30
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Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower$6.02
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Image Theatre for Two$41
Tours and Activities in Prague
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Prague are as follows:
- Prague Escape Game Experience: $32
- The Private Prague All Inclusive Tour: $268
- "Best of Prague" custom-built private tour 7 hours : $199
- 1 hour Old timer Convertible Prague Sightseeing Tour: $137
- 1 hour Prague Panoramic Vltava River sightseeing Cruise: $17
- 1–Hour Vintage Car Tour: $129
- 1,5 hour oldtimer convertible Prague sightseeing tour: $164
- 1,5-Hour Prague Monasteries Segway Tour : $68
- 1.5 Hour SEGWAY Tour of Prague: $63
- 1000 years of history! Evening walking foodie tour: $146
- 180 Min Grand Private City Tour on E-Scooter: $95
- 2 Countries Bohemian and Saxon Switzerland tour from Prague: $169
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 dayPrague $11Managua $11
Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:
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A Bottle of Wine$6.83
Sample the Local Flavors in Prague
Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Staropramem Brewery Self-Guided Tour with Tasting: $13
- Clock Tower Bar Crawl with Drinks and Shots: $24
- Clock Tower Bar Crawl in Prague: $26
- 1 Hour Exclusive Moravian Wine Tasting in an Art Gallery : $28
- Pub Crawl in Prague: $32
- Pub Crawl and International Party: $34
- Pub Crawl with Open Bar and VIP Entry: $34
- Pub Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar at Drunken Monkey: $36
- Golden Burlesque Show & Live Music w/ Lady & The Devil: $37
- Golden BURLESQUE: $42
- Prague beer tour with brewery visit and tasting: $47
- Wine Tasting and Walking Tour of Prague: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Prague and Managua, we can see that Prague is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Prague 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 Prague would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Prague 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 Prague Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Prague or Managua?
Prague has a larger population, and is about 20% larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Prague 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 Prague or Managua?
Prague 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 Prague or Managua in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Prague as well as Managua. Many travelers come to Prague for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
In July, Prague is generally cooler than Managua. Daily temperatures in Prague average around 19°C (66°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Prague this time of the year. In the summer, Prague often gets more sunshine than Managua. Prague gets 216 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Managua. Prague usually gets less rain in July than Managua. Prague gets 70 mm (2.7 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 JulyPrague 19°C (66°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Prague or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Prague are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Prague in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Prague is much colder than Managua in the autumn. The daily temperature in Prague averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Prague usually receives less sunshine than Managua during autumn. Prague gets 124 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, Prague usually receives less rain than Managua. Prague gets 42 mm (1.7 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 OctoberPrague 11°C (52°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Prague or Managua in the Winter?
Both Managua and Prague during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Prague for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
Prague can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Prague is much colder than Managua. Typically, the winter temperatures in Prague in January average around 1°C (33°F), and Managua averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In Managua, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Prague often gets less sunshine than Managua. Prague gets 49 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun.
Prague usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Prague gets 42 mm (1.7 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 JanuaryPrague 1°C (33°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Prague or Managua in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Prague and Managua. The spring months attract visitors to Prague because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Prague is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Prague average around 10°C (49°F), and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. Prague usually receives less sunshine than Managua during spring. Prague gets 145 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Prague usually receives more rain than Managua. Prague gets 51 mm (2 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 AprilPrague 10°C (49°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Prague
| Prague | Managua | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (49°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 70 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (43°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 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.