Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Rio de Janeiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rio de Janeiro and Manaus can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Rio de Janeiro is the most popular travel destination in Brazil. It is the second largest city in Brazil and the sixth largest in the Americas. A portion of the city has been designated a World Heritage Site. It's also famous for Carnival, it's gorgeous beaches, and world-famous landmarks. Rio's appeal as a travel destination is apparent year round due to the great weather and plenty of fun activities. The city has a wonderful natural harbor that is surrounded by Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado Peak, and the hills of Tijuca, creating an absolutely breathtaking and awe-inspiring setting.
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 Contiki Tours to Brazil, The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rio de Janeiro, and The Best 3-Day Tours from Foz Do Iguacu.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rio de Janeiro is $105, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $59. 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 Rio de Janeiro and Manaus in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rio de Janeiro:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rio de Janeiro:
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Rio de Janeiro 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.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rio de Janeiro:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rio de Janeiro.
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Here are a few actual costs in Rio de Janeiro for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rio de Janeiro:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rio de Janeiro and Manaus, we can see that Rio de Janeiro is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Rio de Janeiro would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rio de Janeiro 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 Rio de Janeiro Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Rio de Janeiro has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Manaus. When comparing the sizes of Rio de Janeiro 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
The summer brings many poeple to Rio de Janeiro as well as Manaus.
In January, Rio de Janeiro is generally around the same temperature as Manaus. Daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro average around 26°C (79°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Rio de Janeiro receives a lot of rain in the summer. Rio de Janeiro usually gets less rain in January than Manaus. Rio de Janeiro gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Manaus and Rio de Janeiro are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Rio de Janeiro is around the same temperature as Manaus in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rio de Janeiro averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. It's quite rainy in Rio de Janeiro. In April, Rio de Janeiro usually receives less rain than Manaus. Rio de Janeiro gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Manaus and Rio de Janeiro during the winter are popular places to visit.
In the winter, Rio de Janeiro is cooler than Manaus. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rio de Janeiro in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Rio de Janeiro usually gets less rain in July than Manaus. Rio de Janeiro gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Rio de Janeiro and Manaus.
In October, Rio de Janeiro is generally cooler than Manaus. Daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro average around 23°C (73°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Rio de Janeiro usually receives less rain than Manaus. Rio de Janeiro gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Rio de Janeiro | Manaus | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
May | 23°C (73°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |