Which place is cheaper, Curitiba or Salvador?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Salvador or Curitiba?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Curitiba, 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: Salvador or Curitiba?
Salvador
Salvador de Bahia was the first capital of Brazil, founded by the Portuguese in 1549. Also known as "Brazil's capital of happiness," Salvador is famous for its plentiful and spirited street festivals. The third most populous city in Brazil, Salvador is also well-known for its Afro-Brazilian culture and Portuguese colonial architecture.
Curitiba
Curitiba is a relatively large city that is convenient to visit if you're traveling to Iguazu Falls from either Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. It is worth a day or two stop over because it has a great old city that has been restored. It's also the capital of Parana, Brazil. Curitiba is one of the more wealthy cities in the southern region of Brazil. It has a diverse population with many immigrants and some interesting cultural events.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $41Curitiba $68
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $41, while the average daily cost in Curitiba is $68. 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 Salvador and Curitiba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $22Curitiba $28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $44Curitiba $56
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Curitiba
Looking for a hotel in Salvador or Curitiba? 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: Salvador Hotel Prices and Curitiba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $5.64Curitiba $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Salvador
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Salvador:
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Bus from Airport$1.10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Transfers between Salvador and Barra Grande Maraú: $260
- Private Transfer to/from Salvador Airport to/from Praia do Forte: $140
- Shared Transfer Salvador / Morro de São Paulo / Salvador: $125
- Private Transfer from Salvador Airport: $123
- Transfer Grand Palladium - Private Executive Van: $123
- Transfer: Salvador to/from Boipeba Island: $117
- Private Transfer from/to Salvador Airport From/to Grand Palladium Imbassai: $115
- Private Transfer from Salvador International Airport to Salvador: $110
- Transfer Vila Galé Mares (Guarajuba) - Executive Van - Private: $109
- Transfer Morro de Sao Paulo round trip: $100
- Airport Transfer-Grand Palladium Imbassai 5 to 10 people by Salvador Receptivo: $95
- Iberostar Praia do Forte, In/Out transfers: $91
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Curitiba:
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Taxi Ride$1.83
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Curitiba
Also for Curitiba, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Afonso Pena Airport (CWB) to Beach Resorts - Round-Trip Transfer: $89
- Afonso Pena Airport CWB to Beach Resorts : Arrival Transfer: $44
- Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Downtown - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Curitiba Airport CWB to Downtown hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $17
- Curitiba Airport Private Transfer: $100
- Curitiba to Afonso Pena Airport (CWB)- Departure Private Transfer: $18
- Curitiba to Curitiba Airport (CWB) - Departure Private Transfer: $17
- Private Cycling Tour to Morretes - via Estrada da Graciosa / including transfer from Curitiba: $294
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport: $105
- Private Transfer from Curitiba Airport (CWB) to Porto Belo Port : $77
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City Hotels to Porto Belo Port: $77
- Private Transfer from Curitiba City to Curitiba Airport (CWB): $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Curitiba?
Prices for flights to both Curitiba and Salvador 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 daySalvador $12Curitiba $27
Typical Food Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Salvador:
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Dinner for 2$1.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- 9-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class in Salvador: $85
- 9-Recipe Boozy Cooking Class with Market Visit: $85
- Folk Show - Bahia Night (Dinner Included) by Salvador Receptivo: $110
- Private Bahian Cooking Class - An Amazing Experience!: $113
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $121
- Culinary Afro-Brazilian Delights & Churrascaria dinner.: $124
- Private Cooking Experience with local in Salvador: $130
- CITY ESCAPE: Relax on night in Paradies with Breakfast & Dinner: $138
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $150
Typical Food Prices in Curitiba
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Curitiba:
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Chips$0.82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Curitiba
For Curitiba, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bar-hopping and Food Tour in Curitiba: $28
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $70
- Curitiba's History Food Tour: $73
- 4-Hour City-By-Night Tour with Dinner: $87
- Curitiba Tour by Night with Dinner: $91
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.32Curitiba $18
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "Memories of Salvador" a 6 hour city tour thru times : $132
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Salvador Capital Afro-Brazilian: $60
- Afro-Brazilian Roots Private City Tour in Salvador": $93
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Bike Rentals and Bike Tours: $144
- Cachoeira Countryside Flavor Private Tour from Salvador: $160
- Candomblé Cerimony Tour: $56
- Candomble Religion Mysteries Private Tour in Salvador: $180
- City Tour in Salvador Discover the first capital of Brazil: $145
- Easy Diving - Lord Beach Snorkeling - Leaving Forte Beach by Emytour: $33
- Exclusive & Private Walking Tour in Pelourinho Salvador 3 hours: $35
- Fort Beach Tour and Tamar Project: $100
Tours and Activities in Curitiba
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Curitiba.
- Ticket MAI - Museum of Indigenous Art - Curitiba: $4.54
- Walking tour from past to present: $11
- Arte Bike Tour - Bike Tour with Kuritbike: $23
- Private City Tour - Top Postcards from Curitiba by Pinheiro Turismo: $37
- Half Day Curitiba Sightseeing Tour: $40
- Curitiba City Tour: $58
- Interparks Cycling Tour Curitiba for small groups: $60
- 4-Hour Private Tour of Curitiba City: $65
- A private 4 hour city tour: $65
- CRAFT BREWERS TOUR By Jens Tours: $67
- Full-day tour in Curitiba: $73
- Gastronomic Tour in Curitiba with Jens Tours: $74
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.05Curitiba $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salvador
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salvador:
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Beers for 2$1.28
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Drinks$2.56
Typical Alcohol Prices in Curitiba
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Curitiba:
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Beer$0.41
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Curitiba, we can see that Curitiba is more expensive. And not only is Salvador much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Salvador would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Salvador 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 Curitiba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Curitiba than you might in Salvador.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salvador Expensive? and Is Curitiba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Curitiba?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 58% larger than the population of Curitiba. When comparing the sizes of Salvador and Curitiba, 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.