Which place is cheaper, Puerto Montt or Salvador?
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 Salvador or Puerto Montt?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salvador or Puerto Montt, 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 Puerto Montt?
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.
Puerto Montt
The Lake District is a region of snow capped volcanoes, pale green lakes and endless miles of virgin and ancient forests. Found 1,016 km away from Santiago de Chile, Puerto Montt is famous for its beautiful lakes and its germanic architecture, old wooden houses and its legendary Iglesia Catedral, found on the town's main square, la Plaza de Armas. The monument, entirely built with alerce (cypress) wood, is the oldest building of the city. The capital of the Lake Region is a good starting point for many memorable excursions in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil, The Best Tours for Seniors to Chile, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalvador $51Puerto Montt $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Salvador is $51, while the average daily cost in Puerto Montt is $104. 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 Puerto Montt in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalvador $23Puerto Montt $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalvador $46Puerto Montt $122
Compare Hotels in Salvador and Puerto Montt
Looking for a hotel in Salvador or Puerto Montt? 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 Puerto Montt Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salvador $5.78Puerto Montt $6.42
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$1.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salvador
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salvador:
- Arrival or Departure Shared Transfer from Airport to hotels in Salvador: $15
- Shared Transfer from the Airport to Hotels: $15
- Shared Transfer - North Coast: $21
- Transfer Hotel in Salvador / Salvador Airport: $22
- Transfer Salvador Airport / Hotel in Salvador: $22
- Tourism and Transfer Salvador and Morro de São Paulo: $23
- Praia do Forte Shared Transfer From Salvador : $26
- Airport Transfer x Salvador Hotel - Sedan 1 to 4 people: $30
- Executive Transfer - Salvador International Airport to Hotels or Residencia: $31
- Transfer Salvador Airport / Hotel Litoral Norte: $35
- Salvador Airport (SSA) to Salvador - Arrival Private Transfer: $38
- Transfer Vila Galé Marés (Guarajuba) - Private: $39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Montt
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Montt:
- Cruce Andino Office Transfer to or from Puerto Montt: $32
- Private Transfer from Puerto Airport (PMC) to Puerto Montt Port: $75
- Private Transfer from Puerto Airport (PMC) to Puerto Montt Port: $83
- Private Transfer from Puerto Montt Port to Puerto Airport (PMC): $83
- Puerto Montt - Puerto Varas Airport English private transfer: $50
- Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to Frutillar: Roundtrip Transfer: $93
- Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to Puerto Varas - Round-Trip Transfer: $127
- Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to Puerto Varas - Round-Trip Transfer: $84
- Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) to Puerto Varas City- Arrival Transfer: $63
- Puerto Montt Airport Arrival Transfer to Hotel: $25
- Puerto Montt Airport Arrival Transfer to Hotel in Puerto Varas: $24
- Puerto Montt Airport(PMC) to Frutillar - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Salvador or Puerto Montt?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Montt 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 $21Puerto Montt $37
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$1.31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salvador
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salvador.
- Bahia Noite - Folkloric Show and Dinner, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $68
- Cooking class in Salvador, an authentic dinning experience: $85
- Folklore Tour with Buffet Dinner: $91
- Hands-On Bahian Cooking Class with Caipirinhas in Salvador: $95
- Bahia Noite - Folklore and Dinner Show, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $95
- Folk Show - Bahia Night (Dinner Included) by Salvador Receptivo: $110
- Private Bahian Cooking Class - An Amazing Experience!: $140
- Salvador by Night: Cultural Dinner and Show: $146
- Cultural Folkloric Show and Dinner in Salvador: $170
- Authentic Cooking Class with Market Visit & Lunch: $175
- Culinary Afro-Brazilian Delights & Churrascaria dinner.: $179
- Bahia By Night: Dinner and Folkloric show: $195
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salvador $5.45Puerto Montt $14
Tours and Activities in Salvador
Here are a few actual costs in Salvador for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Salvador Sights Self Guided Tour (Vitória and Barra): $4.48
- Walking tour historic Pelourinho: $12
- City Tour in Salvador - Half Day: $19
- Historic City Tour - Half Day in Salvador: $19
- Salvador Historical City Center Tour: $22
- Salvador Panoramic City Tour: $22
- Panoramic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Historic City Tour in Salvador: $25
- Panoramic City Tour in Salvador: $25
- Bahia 500 Years Historic Tour, Salvador, Bahia, Brazil: $25
- Historical Salvador City Tour: $26
- Panoramic Salvador Half Day City Tour: $26
Tours and Activities in Puerto Montt
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Puerto Montt are as follows:
- Private Tour of Puerto Montt with Stops : $38
- Half day Llanquihue and Frutillar City tour : $44
- Osorno Volcano and Petrohué Falls Guided Tour: $62
- Explore Peulla Full Day Tour from Puerto Montt : $64
- Tour Osorno Volcano and Petrohue Jumps / English: $68
- Shore Excursion: Osorno Volcano Private Tour from Puerto Montt: $70
- Osorno Volcano and National Park Shore Tour for Cruisers : $90
- Puerto Varas: Puerto Montt & Puerto Varas Private City Tour: $90
- Alerce Andino National Park/Alerce Millenario/Cruises: $105
- Petrohué Falls Osorno Volcano Pto Varas Sightseeing Driver Only: $130
- Tagua Tagua Lake and Wild Patagonia Tour: $133
- Chiloé Island Full Day Experience Castro, Ancud, Dalcahue & Lunch: $189
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalvador $5.17Puerto Montt $4.49
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$1.31
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Drinks$2.63
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salvador and Puerto Montt, we can see that Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto Montt 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 Puerto Montt Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salvador or Puerto Montt?
Salvador has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Puerto Montt. When comparing the sizes of Salvador and Puerto Montt, 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 Salvador or Puerto Montt?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Salvador or Puerto Montt in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Salvador and Puerto Montt. The beaches and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Salvador this time of year.
In January, Salvador is generally much warmer than Puerto Montt. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 27°C (81°F), and Puerto Montt fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Puerto Montt this time of the year. In Salvador, it's very sunny this time of the year. Salvador usually receives more sunshine than Puerto Montt during summer. Salvador gets 246 hours of sunny skies, while Puerto Montt receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
Salvador gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Salvador usually receives more rain than Puerto Montt. Salvador gets 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the summer. September to February in Salvador is the dry season. Also, March to August is the rainy season in Salvador.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuarySalvador 27°C (81°F)Puerto Montt 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Puerto Montt in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Salvador as well as Puerto Montt. Many travelers come to Salvador for the shopping scene.
Salvador is much warmer than Puerto Montt in the autumn. The daily temperature in Salvador averages around 26°C (80°F) in April, and Puerto Montt fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Salvador often gets more sunshine than Puerto Montt. Salvador gets 190 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Puerto Montt receives 104 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Puerto Montt. Salvador receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Salvador usually gets more rain in April than Puerto Montt. Salvador gets 310 mm (12.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilSalvador 26°C (80°F)Puerto Montt 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Puerto Montt in the Winter?
Both Puerto Montt and Salvador are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Salvador in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In the winter, Salvador is much warmer than Puerto Montt. Typically, the winter temperatures in Salvador in July average around 24°C (75°F), and Puerto Montt averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Salvador usually receives more sunshine than Puerto Montt during winter. Salvador gets 181 hours of sunny skies, while Puerto Montt receives 67 hours of full sun in the winter.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Puerto Montt. It's quite rainy in Salvador. In July, Salvador usually receives less rain than Puerto Montt. Salvador gets 175 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the winter. The dry season in Salvador is September to February. The rainy season in Salvador is March to August.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulySalvador 24°C (75°F)Puerto Montt 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Salvador or Puerto Montt in the Spring?
Both Puerto Montt and Salvador during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Salvador for the beaches during these months.
In October, Salvador is generally much warmer than Puerto Montt. Daily temperatures in Salvador average around 26°C (78°F), and Puerto Montt fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Salvador. In the spring, Salvador often gets more sunshine than Puerto Montt. Salvador gets 228 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Puerto Montt receives 151 hours of full sun.
Puerto Montt gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Salvador. Salvador usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Puerto Montt. Salvador gets 115 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Puerto Montt receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberSalvador 26°C (78°F)Puerto Montt 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Puerto Montt and Salvador
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 27°C (81°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (80°F) | 310 mm (12.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (78°F) | 360 mm (14.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 244 mm (9.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 175 mm (6.9 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (78°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (80°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |
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