Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria 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 Alexandria and Manaus can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Manaus?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
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 Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $29Manaus $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $29, while the average daily cost in Manaus is $66. 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 Alexandria and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $11Manaus $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $22Manaus $82
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.92Manaus $7.63
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to El Cairo: $102
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo or vice versa: $160
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $230
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $43
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Cruise Port to Cairo City Hotels: $230
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport to Alexandria Hotels: $40
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $43
- Private Transfer Alexandria Hotel to Borg El Arab Airport: $24
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manaus
Also for Manaus, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) -Departure Private Transfer: $55
- 24-hour Hotel Transfer to Manaus Airport: $16
- 24-hour transfer from airport to hotel in Manaus: $17
- 24h Private Transfer Service Hotel to Manaus Airport: $23
- Manaus Airport(MAO) to Manaus hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $57
- Manaus private Airport transfer: $60
- Manaus to Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) - Departure Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $109
- Ponta Pelada Airport (PLL) to Manaus -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Privado Transfer Aeroporto to Hotel Anavilhanas Jungle Lodge: $171
- Private Transfer Group 24h Hotel to Airport in Manaus: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $15Manaus $21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
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: $60
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.47Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Cairo Tour of Pyramids, GEM and Khan Al-Khalili: $290
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Days-Alexandria & Pyramids Tour + Museum (Start Cairo Or Alex): $125
- 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
- ALL inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids Sakkara from Alexandria Port: $175
- Alamein and Alexandria Private Day Tour with Lunch: $200
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $150
- Alexandria By Night By Horse Carriage ride And Free Walking Tour: $71
- Alexandria City Tour from Cairo Full Day: $121
- Alexandria Day Tour: $105
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
Tours and Activities in Manaus
For Manaus, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Manaus Private Walking Tour with a Local: $30
- Walking Tours in Manaus: $36
- MUSA and INPA Museums with Observation Tower Tour: $50
- Half-Day City Tour: $54
- Full-Day Tour on the Amazon River: $55
- Amazon Negro River Half-Day Expedition Tour: $55
- City Tour in Manaus at Teatro Amazonas and Praça da Matriz: $55
- Manaus City Tour e Musa: $60
- Manaus Sightseeing Tour: $64
- Meeting of the Waters & Pink Dolphin Tour with Lunch: $65
- Solimoes River Piranha Fishing and Alligator Watching Tour: $66
- Full-Day Package Tour in Presidente Figueiredo : $67
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.48Manaus $2.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Manaus, we can see that Manaus is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa 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 Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Manaus would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manaus than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Manaus?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Manaus. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria 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 Alexandria or Manaus?
Manaus has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Alexandria experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Alexandria or Manaus in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Manaus. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as Manausin January. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Manausin January. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 264 mm (10.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Manaus in the Autumn?
Both Manaus and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year.
Alexandria is cooler than Manaus in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F)in April.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Manausin April. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 311 mm (12.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Manaus in the Winter?
Both Manaus and Alexandria during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Alexandria is much colder than Manaus. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F)in July.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in January than Manausin July. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 85 mm (3.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Manaus in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Manaus. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round.
In April, Alexandria is generally much colder than Manausin October. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Manausin October. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Manaus receives 113 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.6 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.