Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Auckland?
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 Auckland or Guayaquil?
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 Auckland and Guayaquil can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Auckland or Guayaquil?
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
Guayaquil
Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Auckland Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAuckland $170Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Auckland is $170, while the average daily cost in Guayaquil is $116. 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 Auckland and Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAuckland $99Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAuckland $198Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Auckland and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Auckland or Guayaquil? 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: Auckland Hotel Prices and Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Auckland $17Guayaquil $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.47
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- [PRIVATE] Airport Transfer from/to Auckland Airport: $108
- VIP / Premium Airport Transfers: $84
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland HTL-APT (AKL): $38
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Auckland APT-HTL (AKL): $38
- Rotorua to Auckland - Afternoon Transfer with Waitomo Caves: $188
- Private Transfer From Cruise Ships To Auckland Airport : $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland City To Auckland Airport Oaks: $72
- Private Transfer From Auckland CBD Hotels To Cruise Ship: $96
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Thames: $201
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To North Shore Auckland : $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Hibiscus Coast: $120
- Private Transfer From Auckland Airport To Cambridge : $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Auckland or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil and Auckland 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 dayAuckland $46Guayaquil $50
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbour Sailing Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $93
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $101
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $102
- Waiheke Island: Private Sunset Wine Tour & 2 Course Dinner: $392
- Māori Evening Dinner and Private Show Experience: $519
- From Kiwi Bird Encounter & 3-Course Dinner Tour: $550
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Auckland $27Guayaquil $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$119
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Auckland Best Top 5 Spots Half day Tour : $96
- Cathedral Cove & Hot water beach -Full Day Tour: PRIVATE TOUR : $270
- Hobbiton Lord Of Rings Movie Set tour Private Driver : $198
- Hobbiton Movie Set Small Tour from Auckland: $249
- 24 day Greatest Of All Tours Small Group Tour: $3,447
- 4 hours Auckland Friday Night Tour : $78
- 6 Hours Sightseeing Tour in Auckland: $174
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Auckland's Hidden Stories: $12
- AUCKLAND CITY Full Day Tour with War Memorial Museum and Mt Eden: $155
- Half-Day CITY HIGHLIGHTS TOUR - Mt.Eden, Tamaki Dr: $86
- Afternoon Piha Beach and Rainforest Tour from Auckland: $117
- America’s Cup 2-Hour Sailing Experience Waitemata Harbour: $122
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAuckland $13Guayaquil $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Island Wine Tour & Local Wine Tasting: $110
- Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Auckland with 3-Course Vineyard Lunch: $119
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $159
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $165
- Waiheke Island: Wine Tour & Lunch at Award Winning Venue: $168
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $180
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour with Wine Tastings & Lunch: $180
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $183
- City Tour with Wine Tasting and Black Sand Beach: $217
- Shore Excursion from Auckland - Private Tour & Wine Tasting: $278
- Waiheke Island Scenic Wine Tour: $301
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Auckland and Guayaquil, we can see that Auckland is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Auckland is in Pacific and Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland than you might in Guayaquil.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Auckland Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Auckland or Guayaquil?
Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Auckland. When comparing the sizes of Auckland and Guayaquil, 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 Auckland or Guayaquil?
Auckland has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Auckland or Guayaquil in the Summer?
Both Guayaquil and Auckland are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Auckland this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Auckland is cooler than Guayaquil. Typically, the summer temperatures in Auckland in January average around 20°C (68°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F)in July.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In January, Auckland usually receives less rain than Guayaquilin July. Auckland gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyAuckland 20°C (68°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Guayaquil in the Autumn?
Both Guayaquil and Auckland during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Auckland for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
In April, Auckland is generally cooler than Guayaquilin October. Daily temperatures in Auckland average around 16°C (61°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Auckland usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Guayaquilin October. Auckland gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberAuckland 16°C (61°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Guayaquil in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Auckland and Guayaquil. Many visitors come to Auckland in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Auckland is much colder than Guayaquil in the winter. The daily temperature in Auckland averages around 11°C (52°F) in July, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F)in January.
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the winter. Auckland gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Auckland usually receives less rain than Guayaquilin January. Auckland gets 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAuckland 11°C (52°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Auckland or Guayaquil in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Auckland as well as Guayaquil. Most visitors come to Auckland for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In the spring, Auckland is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the spring temperatures in Auckland in October average around 14°C (58°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 28°C (82°F)in April.
It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. Auckland usually gets less rain in October than Guayaquilin April. Auckland gets 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilAuckland 14°C (58°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Auckland
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Aug | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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