Which place is cheaper, Guayaquil or Berlin?
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 Berlin or Guayaquil?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Guayaquil, 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: Berlin or Guayaquil?
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
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 Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Cultural Tours in Germany, The Best G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerlin $205Guayaquil $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is $205, 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 Berlin and Guayaquil in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerlin $75Guayaquil $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerlin $150Guayaquil $64
Compare Hotels in Berlin and Guayaquil
Looking for a hotel in Berlin 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: Berlin Hotel Prices and Guayaquil Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berlin $21Guayaquil $15
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.64
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Bahn Ticket$3.52
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Short Taxi Ride$23
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Transfer from Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City Center: $77
- Transfer from Berlin Schönefeld Airport (SXF) to Berlin city Hotels - ROUND TRIP: $239
- Transfer from Berlin City Center to Berlin Brandenburg Airport: $77
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $295
- Private arrival OR departure transfer from/to airport of Berlin: $156
- Private Transfers from to Berlin Airport BER: $108
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Car: $130
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin by Luxury Van: $130
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $290
- Private Transfer: Berlin to Brandenburg Airport BER in Luxury Van: $131
- Private Transfer: Berlin to Brandenburg Airport BER in Luxury Car: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Guayaquil?
Prices for flights to both Guayaquil and Berlin 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 dayBerlin $105Guayaquil $50
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.87
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Turkish Sandwich$2.35
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Currywurst$2.35
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2 Pho Noodles$11
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$70
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Mauer Park (2)$13
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Coffees at Impala$9.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $39
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $53
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $84
- Berlin Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better : $86
- Vegan and Gluten-Free Dinner Experience: $88
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $92
- Street Food Tour with 10 Tastings: $93
- Vegetarian Berlin Food Tour Global Flavors in Alexanderplatz: $94
- Berlin Street Food Tour by Bike: $102
- Berlin Center Food Tour with 8+ Authentic Local Tastings: $106
- Berlin 4-Course Sunset Dinner Cruise Including Drinks : $143
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berlin $26Guayaquil $21
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$23
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- Berlin Beers & Battlefields Tour War History and German Beer: $83
- Berlin German Spy Museum Ticket & Digital City Tour: $55
- Private Berlin Rickshaw and guide most essensial (Guests Cruise): $180
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Bus Tour in English from Berlin: $72
- The Best of Most Famous Sites Walking Tour: $48
- "Inside Berlin" East meets West - Food & Culture Tour: $217
- 1-Hour River Cruise with Tour Guide. Bilingual (Ger/Engl): $23
- 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $54
- 1-hour Sightseeing Boat Cruise Through Historic City Center: $26
- 2-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $83
- 3 Hour Guided VIP Private Segway Tour: $114
- 40 Minutes Private Guided Bike Tour in Berlin: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerlin $19Guayaquil $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$16
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer hike in Berlin Experience brewery and craft beer: $66
- Showgirls of Burlesque Show: $76
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Guayaquil, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Berlin is in Europe 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin 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 Berlin Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Berlin or Guayaquil?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 76% larger than the population of Guayaquil. When comparing the sizes of Berlin 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 Berlin or Guayaquil?
Berlin 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 Berlin or Guayaquil in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Guayaquil. The summer months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Berlin is cooler than Guayaquil. Typically, the summer temperatures in Berlin in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Guayaquil receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Berlin usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 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 JulyBerlin 19°C (66°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Guayaquil in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Guayaquil. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Berlin this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.
In October, Berlin is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 10°C (50°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Berlin usually gets less rain in October than Guayaquil. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 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 OctoberBerlin 10°C (50°F)Guayaquil 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Guayaquil in the Winter?
Both Guayaquil and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Berlin. Berlin is much colder than Guayaquil in the winter. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around -0°C (31°F) in January, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In January, Berlin usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 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 JanuaryBerlin -0°C (31°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Guayaquil in the Spring?
Both Guayaquil and Berlin during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Berlin in the spring for the activities around the city. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.
In the spring, Berlin is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the spring temperatures in Berlin in April average around 9°C (47°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Berlin usually gets less rain in April than Guayaquil. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 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 AprilBerlin 9°C (47°F)Guayaquil 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Berlin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 220 mm (8.7 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 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.