Which place is cheaper, Montevideo or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tallinn or Montevideo?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Montevideo, 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: Tallinn or Montevideo?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Montevideo
As the morning sun tinges the calm waters of the Rio de la Plata with a golden hue, the Rambla and its city awakens to life with new adventures for those near and far. From tanning on the luxurious beaches to peering into Uruguayan history at local museums, one can be far from bored while staying in Montevideo. Combining the quaintness of the countryside with the excitement of urban life, this city holds a unique trait that cannot easily be replicated.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Cultural Tours in Uruguay, and The Best Adventure Tours to Uruguay.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €95Montevideo €59
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Montevideo 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 Tallinn and Montevideo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Montevideo €37
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Montevideo €74
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Montevideo
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Montevideo? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Montevideo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Montevideo €6.80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,664
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $118
- Tallinn Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Tallinn hotels: $102
- Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport (TLL): Transfer to Tallinn Port: $102
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn City by minibus: $91
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Car : $91
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn Airport or Port by Luxury Car: $91
- Beginner Archery Class with Transfer: $81
- Tallinn Limo Airport Transfer: $75
- Tallinn Return Airport Transfers: $68
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $65
- Airport Transfer Service: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montevideo
Also for Montevideo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montevideo Airport (MVD) -Montevideo City: $19
- Transfer from Montevideo to Carrasco Airport: $45
- TRANSFER FROM OR TO THE AIRPORT (4 to 12 paxs): $80
- Private Transfer from or to Carrasco Airport in Montevideo: $120
- Private Transfer from Punta Del Este Port to Carrasco Airport MVD: $72
- Private Transfer from Montevideo Port to Carrasco Airport (MVD): $26
- Private Transfer from Carrasco Airport (MVD) to Montevideo Port: $30
- Shared 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $35
- Private 1-Way or Round Trip MVD Airport Transfer: $45
- Carrasco International Airport (MVD) to Montevideo hotels - Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Carrasco Airport Transfer: $20
- Airport-Hotel or Hotel-Airport Transfers: $36
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Montevideo?
Prices for flights to both Montevideo and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €36Montevideo €13
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $56
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $64
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $84
- Tallinn Food Tour: $116
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $127
- Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $137
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montevideo
For Montevideo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The best Montevideo Dinner Show. Tango and Candombe. El Milongon.: $85
- El Milongon Dinner & Show: Candombe, Tango and Folklore: $98
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Montevideo €19
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Legends and Landmarks: A Tallinn Walking Adventure": $22
- 120 Degrees daily guided walking tour: $27
- 2 Hour Tales of Tallinn Private Car Tour: $66
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Tallinn: $49
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Tallinn: $294
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Tallinn: $188
- 5 Hour Deluxe Shore Excursion in Tallinn from Cruise Port: $48
- 5 Hour Majestic Tallinn Tour from Cruise Port: $45
- Accessible tour in Tallinn: $743
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $8.60
- Alcohol Tasting Tour In Tallinn: $65
- All-in-One Tallinn - See stunning Estonian Capital from a Cruise Ship or Hotel: $78
Tours and Activities in Montevideo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montevideo.
- Colonia del Sacramento - Regular Tour: $65
- Private Tour to Tourist Places in Montevideo: $260
- Audio Guided Tour in Montevideo City for Cruisers: $26
- Best Private & Personalized Tour of Montevideo: $200
- Best Private Montevideo Shore Excursion: City Tour. Optional WineTasting Tour.: $165
- Best Private Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers: $250
- Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers: $120
- Best Shared Tour of Montevideo for Cruise Passengers : $120
- Best custom Montevideo Private Tour in Electric SUV! (BMW Option): $120
- City Tour of Montevideo: $40
- City Tour, the best option for small groups: $160
- City tour Montevideo: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Montevideo -
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mad Monk’s Pub Crawl Tallinn: $22
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $27
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drinks, Local Guide: $42
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $72
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $124
Sample the Local Flavors in Montevideo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montevideo:
- Half Day Tour at Pizzorno Winery with Lunch and Wine Tasting: $120
- The best wine tour: $140
- Wine tour - Lunch & Tasting with Wine Explorers: $198
- Wine Tasting & Countryside Lunch Experience: $210
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Montevideo, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Montevideo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Montevideo 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 Montevideo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Montevideo 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Montevideo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Montevideo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Montevideo?
Montevideo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Montevideo, 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 Tallinn or Montevideo?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Montevideo is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Tallinn has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Tallinn or Montevideo in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Montevideo. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.
In the summer, Tallinn is cooler than Montevideo. Typically, the summer temperatures in Tallinn in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Montevideo averages at about 24°C (75°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montevideo this time of the year. In Tallinn, it's very sunny this time of the year. Tallinn usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montevideo during summer. Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies, while Montevideo receives 296 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Montevideoin January. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryTallinn 17°C (62°F)Montevideo 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Montevideo in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Montevideo. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Tallinn is generally much colder than Montevideoin April. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around 7°C (44°F), and Montevideo fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In the autumn, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Montevideoin April. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montevideo receives 171 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Montevideo. Tallinn usually gets less rain in October than Montevideoin April. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilTallinn 7°C (44°F)Montevideo 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Montevideo in the Winter?
Both Montevideo and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Tallinn can get quite cold in the winter. Tallinn is much colder than Montevideo in the winter. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Montevideo fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Montevideo during winter. Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies, while Montevideo receives 135 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Montevideoin July. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyTallinn -5°C (22°F)Montevideo 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Montevideo in the Spring?
Both Montevideo and Tallinn during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the natural beauty during these months.
Tallinn can be very cold during spring. In the spring, Tallinn is much colder than Montevideo. Typically, the spring temperatures in Tallinn in April average around 4°C (39°F), and Montevideo averages at about 17°C (63°F)in October.
In Montevideo, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Montevideoin October. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montevideo receives 248 hours of full sun.
Montevideo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Tallinn usually gets less rain in April than Montevideoin October. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Montevideo receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberTallinn 4°C (39°F)Montevideo 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Montevideo and Tallinn
| Tallinn | Montevideo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
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