Which place is cheaper, Managua or Warsaw?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Warsaw or Managua?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Warsaw and Managua can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Warsaw or Managua?
Warsaw
Warsaw is the capital city of Poland. It has a population of 1.7 million, making it the country's largest city. Located on the Vistula River, it is a popular tourist destination for its interesting architecture and culture. The right bank of the river was the first area to become populated in the 9th or 10 century. Today, however, the city's central district is on the left bank of the river. The Old Town, where you will find many sights and attractions, is fully contained within the city center.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayWarsaw $94Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Warsaw is $94, while the average daily cost in Managua is $55. 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 Warsaw and Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personWarsaw $52Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomWarsaw $104Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Warsaw and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Warsaw or Managua? 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: Warsaw Hotel Prices and Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Warsaw $4.68Managua $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Warsaw
Also for Warsaw, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- from Warsaw to Krakow private transfer: $498
- Private Transfer to/from Krakow: $448
- Private Full-Day Tour of Warsaw with Tickets and Transfers: $294
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Vienna, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $289
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Wroclaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $262
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Krakow, Private driver service: $251
- Chopin Airport One–Way Limousine Transfer: $249
- Warsaw City/Airport Okecie: Private Transfer from/to Krakow: $249
- Private Transfer from Warsaw to Krakow with 2h of Sightseeing: $247
- Wilanow Palace and Gardens with Guide, Tickets and Transfers: $212
- Modlin-Warsaw WMI Airport Round-Trip Transfer: $197
- Private transfer from Warszawa to Krakow: $191
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Private Transfer in Nicaragua: $110
- Transfer From Managua International Airport: $90
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Transfer from and To Poneloya or Las Peñitas Beach- Leon, Nicaragua: $68
- Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) to Managua-Round-Trip Transfer: $66
- Granada: Managua to Granada Airport private transfer: $64
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Warsaw or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua and Warsaw 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 dayWarsaw $27Managua $17
Typical Food Prices in Warsaw
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Warsaw:
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Dinner for Two$13
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Lunch for Two$10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Warsaw
For Warsaw, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lunch or Dinner at Hard Rock Cafe with Skip-the-Line: $19
- Breakfast Market Food Tour in Warsaw: $56
- Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting: $61
- Polish Dumplings Cooking Class: $62
- Traditional Polish Cooking Class in Warsaw: $79
- Traditional Polish Cooking Class with liquor tasting in Warsaw: $89
- Polish Food Tour: $93
- Taste of Poland - Old Town food tour and guided walk in one: $95
- 4-Hour Polish Food Tour: $110
- The 10 Tastings of Warsaw With Locals: Private Food Tour : $117
- EVERYDAY Warsaw Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Warsaw $7.02Managua $16
Tours and Activities in Warsaw
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Warsaw.
- 1-day tour from Warsaw to Kazimierz Dolny : $229
- 2 Hour Super Segway City Tour of Warsaw: $67
- 2-Hour Breakfast Experience in a Home from Warsaw: $49
- 3 Hour VIP Warsaw Guided City Tour: $207
- 3-Hour Guided Cycling Tour of Warsaw: $38
- 5-Hour Private Walking Night Tour in Warsaw: $63
- 6 Hour Private Car Tour to Treblinka With Hotel Pickup: $307
- Architecture Walking Tour in Warsaw: $76
- Best of Warsaw Full-Day Private Tour with Private Transport: $154
- Best of Warsaw Full-Day Private Tour with Private Transport: $154
- Chopin's Warsaw - guided tour in a minivan with evening piano concert: $67
- Chopin’s Warsaw - City tour in the footsteps of Frédéric Chopin: $69
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- 3 full days PRIVATE tour at Granada, Masaya and Leon area from Managua: $210
- Amazing Masaya Volcano at Night "Private Tour" : $88
- Between Volcanoes Tours; Granada-Masaya.: $155
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Managua City Tour: $84
- Managua City Tour: $88
- Managua Love Stories: A Romantic Tour: $191
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $323
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $164
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Masaya volcano Night Tour: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayWarsaw $10Managua $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Warsaw
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Warsaw:
- The Original Pub Crawl: $16
- #1 Pub Crawl Warsaw with Premium Open Bar: $20
- Pub Crawl with 1-Hour Open Bar: $20
- Warsaw Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $177
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Warsaw and Managua, we can see that Warsaw is more expensive. And not only is Managua much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Warsaw is in Europe and Managua is in Central 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 Managua would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Managua 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 Warsaw would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Warsaw than you might in Managua.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Warsaw Expensive? and Is Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Warsaw or Managua?
Warsaw has a larger population, and is about 75% larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Warsaw and Managua, 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 Warsaw or Managua?
Warsaw has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Managua experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Warsaw or Managua in the Summer?
Both Managua and Warsaw are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Warsaw in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Warsaw is cooler than Managua in the summer. The daily temperature in Warsaw averages around 19°C (65°F) in July, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Warsaw. Warsaw usually receives more sunshine than Managua during summer. Warsaw gets 353 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In July, Warsaw usually receives less rain than Managua. Warsaw gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyWarsaw 19°C (65°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Warsaw or Managua in the Autumn?
Both Managua and Warsaw during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Warsaw for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
In the autumn, Warsaw is much colder than Managua. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Warsaw in October average around 9°C (49°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
In the autumn, Warsaw often gets less sunshine than Managua. Warsaw gets 135 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun.
Managua gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Warsaw usually gets less rain in October than Managua. Warsaw gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberWarsaw 9°C (49°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Warsaw or Managua in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Warsaw and Managua. The winter months attract visitors to Warsaw because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Warsaw can be very cold. In January, Warsaw is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Warsaw average around -3°C (27°F), and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. Warsaw usually receives less sunshine than Managua during winter. Warsaw gets 35 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Warsaw usually receives more rain than Managua. Warsaw gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryWarsaw -3°C (27°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Warsaw or Managua in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Warsaw as well as Managua. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Warsaw this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
Warsaw is much colder than Managua in the spring. The daily temperature in Warsaw averages around 9°C (47°F) in April, and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Managua. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Warsaw this time of the year. In the spring, Warsaw often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Managua. Warsaw gets 247 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun.
Warsaw usually gets more rain in April than Managua. Warsaw gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilWarsaw 9°C (47°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Warsaw
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 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.