Which place is cheaper, Asuncion or Sydney?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sydney or Asuncion?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sydney or Asuncion, 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: Sydney or Asuncion?
Sydney
Sydney, known as the harbour city, is the most famous and frequently visited city in Australia. It is at the economical and cultural heart of the country, and is one of the most beautiful and livable cities in the world. It's situated on the water with stunning views of the famous harbour throughout the city. It's most famous landmarks include the Sydney Opera House and the Sydney Harbour Bridge. It is also very close wonderful beaches, parks, and nature.
Asuncion
Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Australia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySydney $278Asuncion $67
The average daily cost (per person) in Sydney is $278, while the average daily cost in Asuncion is $67. 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 Sydney and Asuncion in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSydney $104Asuncion $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSydney $208Asuncion $44
Compare Hotels in Sydney and Asuncion
Looking for a hotel in Sydney or Asuncion? 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: Sydney Hotel Prices and Asuncion Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sydney $15Asuncion $8.69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sydney
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Sydney:
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Taxi Ride$13
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Taxi to Airport$17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sydney
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sydney:
- Try find your better than us!AirportTransfer inSydney APT-HTL SYD: $62
- Transfer Between Airport & Hotels or Cruise Terminal: $13
- Tandem Skydive with Optional Transfers: $251
- Private Transfer with Meet and Greet: $79
- Airport Shuttle Transfer to and from CBD Hotels: $36
- Sydney's Best Chauffeured Airport Arrival Transfers: $84
- Sydney to Sydney Airport (SYD) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Sydney Port Private Departure Transfer: City Hotel to Cruise Port: $29
- Sydney International Airport to/from Sydney One Way Transfer: $47
- Sydney Airport to White Bay Port transfer: $27
- Sydney Airport to Sydney CBD Private Transfer: $119
- Sydney Airport Transfer to Sydney CBD: $99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Asuncion
Also for Asuncion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- RoundTrip Private Transfer Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $52
- RoundTrip Transfer in Private Minivan Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $59
- Transfer in Private Car from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $21
- Transfer in private car from Asuncion City - Asuncion Airport (ASU): $20
- Transfer in private minivan Asuncion City - Silvio Pettirosi Airport (ASU): $29
- Transfer in private minivan from Asuncion Airport (ASU) - Asuncion City: $29
Is it cheaper to fly into Sydney or Asuncion?
Prices for flights to both Asuncion and Sydney 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 daySydney $45Asuncion $17
Typical Food Prices in Sydney
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Sydney:
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Tea$2.64
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Lunch Special$9.91
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Food/Drink Coogie Beach$9.91
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Meat Pies$3.30
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sydney
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Sydney.
- VIVID Dinner Cruise with Complimentary Drink on Arrival: $36
- Vivid Sydney Harbor Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $46
- Christmas in July Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour: $57
- Twilight Dinner Cruise (1.5 hour): $59
- Twilight Dinner Cruise on Coral Trekker: $59
- Harbor Sunset Cruise with Dinner: $59
- Sydney Harbour: Tall Ship Vivid Dinner Cruise: $59
- Kids Cooking Classes: $64
- Small Group Refugee Chef Dinner Banquet at Bohemian Cafe: $64
- Sydney Harbour Sunset Premium Dinner Cruise 2 Hours: $66
- Sydney Harbour: Latin Fiesta Dinner Cruise: $69
- Latino Dinner Cruise on Sydney Harbour: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sydney $32Asuncion $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sydney
Here are a few typical costs in Sydney for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Theatre Show$30
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Sydney Tower Visit (for 2)$30
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Blue Mountain Tour/Featherdale Park (for 2)$126
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Powerhouse Museum$9.94
Tours and Activities in Sydney
Here are a few actual costs in Sydney for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Small-Group Sydney's Northern Beaches and Ku-ring-gai National Park Bus Tour: $231
- 1 Day Thredbo Snow Tour From Sydney: $100
- 1 Day/3 Day/7 Day Vintage Classic Car Driving Experience-Aus wide: $234
- 2 Hours Running Tour in Sydney: $99
- 2 Hours Sydney Harbour's True Crime Cruise Tour: $37
- 3 Hours Abba Tribute Cruise on Sydney Harbour: $66
- 3 Hr Whale Watching Discovery Cruise in Sydney: $73
- 3-Hour Private Bike Tour with a Local Sydney Guide: $228
- 3.5 Hours Explore Bondi Beach and Sydney Sightseeing Tour: $195
- 45-Minute Sydney Harbour Adventure Jet Boat Ride: $66
- Afternoon Discovery Cruise on Coral Trekker: $46
- Allianz Stadium Guided Walking Tour: $17
Tours and Activities in Asuncion
For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Asuncion: $34
- Walking Tour with a Local in Asuncion "The Mother of Cities": $35
- Asunción Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Asuncion Birding Tour: $70
- Crystal Fall - day tour in a reduced group: $85
- Golden Triangle Tour: $110
- Birding and Nature Chaco Tour: $140
- Paraguay River Nature and Wildlife Boat Tour from Asunción: $160
- Half-Day Yparacai Lake Tour from Asuncion with Pick Up: $185
- Day tour “Circuito San Bernardino”: $214
- Day tour “Circuito Sapucai”: $221
- Day tour “Pai Pukú”: $230
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySydney $15Asuncion $10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Sydney
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Sydney:
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Wine$11
Sample the Local Flavors in Sydney
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Sydney:
- Haunted Pub Tour with Local Guide: $21
- Sydney's Haunted Pub Tour with a Licensed Guide: $26
- Night Out Pub Crawl with Local Guide: $30
- Big Night Out Pub Crawl: $30
- Private Wine Tour and Tasting: $56
- Urban Winery Wine Tasting Tour with Cheese Platter: $56
- Balmain Pub Walking Tour: $77
- Luxury Hunter Valley Wildlife & Wine Tasting Tour from Sydney: $84
- Sydney Beer and Brewery Tour: $103
- Brewery, Winery, and Distillery Tasting Tour: $112
- Northern Beaches Brewery Tour and Tasting: $122
- Hunter Valley Wine Tasting + Lunch Guided Day Tour : $133
Typical Alcohol Prices in Asuncion
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:
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Beer$1.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sydney and Asuncion, we can see that Sydney is more expensive. And not only is Asuncion much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sydney is in Pacific and Asuncion 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 Asuncion would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Asuncion 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 Sydney would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sydney than you might in Asuncion.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sydney Expensive? and Is Asuncion Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sydney or Asuncion?
Sydney has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Asuncion. When comparing the sizes of Sydney and Asuncion, 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 Sydney or Asuncion?
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.
Should I visit Sydney or Asuncion in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sydney as well as Asuncion. The summer months attract visitors to Sydney because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Sydney is cooler than Asuncion. Typically, the summer temperatures in Sydney in January average around 23°C (73°F), and Asuncion averages at about 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Asuncion. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Sydney this time of the year. In the summer, Sydney often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Asuncion. Sydney gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asuncion receives 249 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Asuncion. Sydney receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sydney usually gets less rain in January than Asuncion. Sydney gets 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JanuarySydney 23°C (73°F)Asuncion 29°C (84°F)
Should I visit Sydney or Asuncion in the Autumn?
Both Asuncion and Sydney are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Sydney this time of year.
In April, Sydney is generally cooler than Asuncion. Daily temperatures in Sydney average around 19°C (65°F), and Asuncion fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Sydney usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Asuncion during autumn. Sydney gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Asuncion receives 199 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Asuncion. It's quite rainy in Sydney. In April, Sydney usually receives less rain than Asuncion. Sydney gets 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures AprilSydney 19°C (65°F)Asuncion 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Sydney or Asuncion in the Winter?
Both Asuncion and Sydney during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Sydney for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Sydney is much colder than Asuncion in the winter. The daily temperature in Sydney averages around 12°C (53°F) in July, and Asuncion fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Sydney. In the winter, Sydney often gets more sunshine than Asuncion. Sydney gets 208 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Asuncion receives 191 hours of full sun.
Sydney usually gets more rain in July than Asuncion. Sydney gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JulySydney 12°C (53°F)Asuncion 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Sydney or Asuncion in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sydney and Asuncion. Many visitors come to Sydney in the spring for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Sydney is cooler than Asuncion. Typically, the spring temperatures in Sydney in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Asuncion averages at about 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Asuncion this time of the year. In Sydney, it's very sunny this time of the year. Sydney usually receives more sunshine than Asuncion during spring. Sydney gets 240 hours of sunny skies, while Asuncion receives 206 hours of full sun in the spring.
Asuncion receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Sydney usually receives less rain than Asuncion. Sydney gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Asuncion receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures OctoberSydney 18°C (64°F)Asuncion 25°C (77°F)
Typical Weather for Asuncion and Sydney
| Sydney | Asuncion | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 23°C (73°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 23°C (73°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (65°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| May | 15°C (60°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 128 mm (5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (53°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (67°F) | 101 mm (4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (71°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 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.