Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Veracruz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Veracruz or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Veracruz and Manaus can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Veracruz or Manaus?
Veracruz
Veracruz is the name of both a state and city in the country of Mexico. Locals often call the city "Puerto" (port) in order to differentiate the city from the state. The general area runs along the Gulf of Mexico and encompasses ruins, old colonial cities, lush green mountains, and delicious seafood.
Manaus
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 One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Brazil, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVeracruz $122Manaus $59
The average daily cost (per person) in Veracruz is $122, 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 Veracruz and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVeracruz $54Manaus $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVeracruz $108Manaus $84
Compare Hotels in Veracruz and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Veracruz or Manaus? 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: Veracruz Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Veracruz $28Manaus $7.94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Veracruz
Also for Veracruz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: $25
- Transfer from Veracruz Airport to Hotel in Veracruz Port: $32
- Shared Arrival Transfer: General Heriberto Jara International Airport to Veracruz Hotels: $23
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $28
- Colima Airport (CLQ) to Colima - Arrival Private Transfer: $14
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer: Eduardo Gomes International Airport: $72
- Manaus Airport(MAO) to Manaus hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $46
- Transfer from Manaus Airport to Manaus City: $40
- Transfers from the airport to any place in Manaus City: $40
- Private Transfer - Airport - Hotel / Hotel - Airport: $35
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $30
- Manaus hotels to Manaus Airport(MAO) - Departure Private Transfer: $24
- Manaus Airport (MAO) to Manaus hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $24
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Veracruz or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Veracruz 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 dayVeracruz $50Manaus $12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manaus
For Manaus, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Folklore Amazonian Dinner Show: $42
- Food Tour: $50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Veracruz $15Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Veracruz
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Veracruz.
- 1 day tour of Tlacotalpan and Alvarado from Veracruz: $102
- 3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress: $25
- Adventure through the Chachalacas Beach and Dunes from Veracruz: $123
- Alvarado And Tlacotalpan Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $112
- Antigua and Zempoala Tour from Veracruz: $86
- Aquatico Inbursa Waterpark: Veracruz - Ticket: $27
- Catemaco And Los Tuxtlas Tour From Veracruz Or Boca Del Rio: $112
- City Tour en Veracruz y Acuario: $100
- Coffee Route, an adventure of aroma and flavor to Veracruz: $150
- From Veracruz or Boca del río: Coffee Tour in Coatepec: $96
- From Alvarado, Tlacotalpan and Agustín Lara Tour: $100
- From Catemaco, Nature, Waterfalls & Monkeys Tour: $100
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Adventure: 4-hour hike in the Amazon rainforest: $150
- Amazon Experience: meet a native village and swim with porpoises: $80
- Amazon Jungle Experience with Overnight: $300
- Amazon Jungle: 3- or 4-Day Tour at Ipanema River Guest House: $200
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- Amazon Private Safari by Tuhiri Eco Tour - Leaving Manaus: $199
- Amazon River Stand Up Paddling Tour: $124
- Amazon and Negro Rivers Experience with Night Exploration Tour: $300
- City Tour Plus Amazon River Tour: $100
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $50
- City Tour no Centro Histórico de Manaus com um fotógrafo: $91
- From Manaus Cruise Terminal: Amazon Rainforest Highlights: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVeracruz $17Manaus $2.84
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Veracruz and Manaus, we can see that Veracruz is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Veracruz is in North America and Manaus 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 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 Veracruz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Veracruz 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 Veracruz Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Veracruz or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Veracruz. When comparing the sizes of Veracruz 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.
When is the best time to visit Veracruz or Manaus?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Manaus is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Veracruz has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Veracruz or Manaus in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Veracruz and Manaus.
Veracruz is around the same temperature as Manaus in the summer. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F)in January.
In Veracruz, it's very sunny this time of the year. Veracruz usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during summer. Veracruz gets 208 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun in the summer.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the summer. Veracruz gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Veracruz usually receives more rain than Manausin January. Veracruz gets 410 mm (16.1 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryVeracruz 27°C (81°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Manaus in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Veracruz as well as Manaus.
In the autumn, Veracruz is around the same temperature as Manaus. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Veracruz in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F)in April.
In the autumn, Veracruz often gets more sunshine than Manausin April. Veracruz gets 188 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Veracruz receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Veracruz usually gets less rain in October than Manausin April. Veracruz gets 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilVeracruz 26°C (79°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Manaus in the Winter?
Both Manaus and Veracruz are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
In January, Veracruz is generally cooler than Manausin July. Daily temperatures in Veracruz average around 21°C (71°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Manaus. Veracruz usually receives less sunshine than Manaus during winter. Veracruz gets 156 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Veracruz usually receives less rain than Manausin July. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyVeracruz 21°C (71°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Veracruz or Manaus in the Spring?
Both Manaus and Veracruz during the spring are popular places to visit.
Veracruz is cooler than Manaus in the spring. The daily temperature in Veracruz averages around 26°C (78°F) in April, and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F)in October.
It's quite sunny in Veracruz. In the spring, Veracruz often gets more sunshine than Manausin October. Veracruz gets 203 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun.
Manaus gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Veracruz usually gets less rain in April than Manausin October. Veracruz gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberVeracruz 26°C (78°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Veracruz
| Veracruz | Manaus | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (71°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (71°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (74°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 26°C (78°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 28°C (82°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 410 mm (16.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 351 mm (13.8 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 346 mm (13.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 25°C (76°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 23°C (73°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 in) |
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