Which place is cheaper, Manaus or Christchurch?
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 Christchurch or Manaus?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Christchurch or Manaus? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Christchurch or Manaus?
Christchurch
Christchurch is the largest city on the South Island of New Zealand, right beside the Canterbury Plains. Most people begin their South Island travels here. The city itself can be fascinating to explore so it is worth allowing yourself several days in town as an introduction to the region.
The River Avon flows through the city center, twisting through the old buildings. Christchurch is referred to in New Zealand as the Garden City and it is easy to see why. It's quite a nice city with trees spread throughout. The economy is centered around international tourism as well as foreign education. There is a high Asian student population here, giving the city a diverse feel.
Christchurch's climate is temperate and the city receives moderate rainfall. In January average high temperatures are around 73 degrees Fahrenheit with averages around 52 degrees Fahrenheit in July. There is a sea breeze during the summer months that keep temperatures pleasant. Temperatures can drop below freezing at night during the winter months. Snow may also fall several times a year.
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 G Adventures Tours to New Zealand, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Auckland, The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayChristchurch $117Manaus $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Christchurch is $117, 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 Christchurch and Manaus in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personChristchurch $49Manaus $41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomChristchurch $98Manaus $82
Compare Hotels in Christchurch and Manaus
Looking for a hotel in Christchurch 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: Christchurch Hotel Prices and Manaus Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Christchurch $14Manaus $7.63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Christchurch
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Christchurch:
- Private Transfer from Lyttelton Cruise Port to Christchurch City: $86
- Private Transfer from Christchurch City to Lyttelton Cruise Port: $86
- Private Transfer from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Akaroa Port: $188
- Private Arrival Transfer: Christchurch Airport to Central Christchurch: $298
- Departure Transfer: Christchurch to Airport CHC by Business Car: $94
- CHC Airport to Downtown|Hotel Private Transfer: $26
- Christchurch Airport(CHC) to Christchurch-Arrival PrivateTransfer: $48
- Christchurch Airport to City SUV Transfer: $57
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Christchurch to Airport CHC in Luxury Car: $129
- Christchurch Airport Transfers : Airport CHC to Christchurch in Luxury Car: $129
- Christchurch Airport (CHC): Transfer to Christchurch hotels: $164
- Christchurch Airport (CHC) Private Transfer to Christchurch: $40
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 Christchurch or Manaus?
Prices for flights to both Manaus and Christchurch 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 dayChristchurch $53Manaus $21
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.Christchurch $17Manaus -
Tours and Activities in Christchurch
Here are a few actual costs in Christchurch for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Christchurch Gondola Ride Ticket: $25
- Hanmer Springs Pool Day Tour From Christchurch: $137
- (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour From Christchurch: $178
- (MT) Mount Cook & Lake Tekapo Day Tour from Christchurch: $173
- (MT) Mount Cook Day Tour From Christchurch: $149
- 1/2-Day Christchurch Scenic Highlights Small Group Tour: $173
- 1/2-day Christchurch Scenic Highlights (Private Tour): $238
- Akaroa Day Tour From Christchurch: $113
- Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch: $161
- Arthur's Pass Day Tour From Christchurch with TranzAlpine: $255
- Arthur's Pass: TranzAlpine Train and Castle Hill Day Tour: $238
- Arthur’s Pass Day Tour From Christchurch With TranzAlpine: $262
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 dayChristchurch $11Manaus $2.72
Sample the Local Flavors in Christchurch
Also in Christchurch, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waipara Wine Tour from Christchurch - including Lunch & Tastings: $113
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - Waipara Wine Tour With Lunch: $113
- From Guided Local Wine Tours in Waipara: $116
- Lyttelton Shore Excursion - City Highlights & Waipara Wine Tour : $134
- Waipara Valley Winery Tour Wine Tastings and Scenic Views: $166
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Christchurch and Manaus, we can see that Christchurch is more expensive. And not only is Manaus much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Christchurch is in Pacific 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 Christchurch would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Christchurch 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 Christchurch Expensive? and Is Manaus Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Christchurch or Manaus?
Manaus has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Christchurch. When comparing the sizes of Christchurch 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 Christchurch or Manaus?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Should I visit Christchurch or Manaus in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Christchurch as well as Manaus. The summer months attract visitors to Christchurch because of the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Christchurch is much colder than Manaus in the summer. The daily temperature in Christchurch averages around 18°C (64°F) in January, and Manaus fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Christchurch this time of the year. In the summer, Christchurch often gets more sunshine than Manaus. Christchurch gets 224 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 114 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Manaus. Christchurch usually gets less rain in January than Manaus. Christchurch gets 46 mm (1.8 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 JanuaryChristchurch 18°C (64°F)Manaus 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Christchurch or Manaus in the Autumn?
Both Manaus and Christchurch are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Christchurch this time of year.
In the autumn, Christchurch is much colder than Manaus. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Christchurch in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Manaus averages at about 28°C (82°F).
Christchurch usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during autumn. Christchurch gets 161 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 112 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Manaus. In April, Christchurch usually receives less rain than Manaus. Christchurch gets 53 mm (2.1 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 AprilChristchurch 12°C (54°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Christchurch or Manaus in the Winter?
Both Manaus and Christchurch during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Christchurch for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In July, Christchurch is generally much colder than Manaus. Daily temperatures in Christchurch average around 6°C (43°F), and Manaus fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Manaus, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Christchurch often gets less sunshine than Manaus. Christchurch gets 122 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Manaus receives 214 hours of full sun.
Christchurch usually gets less rain in July than Manaus. Christchurch gets 68 mm (2.7 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 JulyChristchurch 6°C (43°F)Manaus 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Christchurch or Manaus in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Christchurch and Manaus. Many visitors come to Christchurch in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.
Christchurch is much colder than Manaus in the spring. The daily temperature in Christchurch averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Manaus fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
In Christchurch, it's very sunny this time of the year. Christchurch usually receives more sunshine than Manaus during spring. Christchurch gets 204 hours of sunny skies, while Manaus receives 171 hours of full sun in the spring.
Manaus receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Christchurch usually receives less rain than Manaus. Christchurch gets 45 mm (1.8 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 OctoberChristchurch 12°C (54°F)Manaus 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Manaus and Christchurch
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 18°C (64°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 264 mm (10.4 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 290 mm (11.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (60°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 335 mm (13.2 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 311 mm (12.3 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 279 mm (11 in) |
| Jun | 6°C (44°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 115 mm (4.5 in) |
| Jul | 6°C (43°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (49°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 14°C (58°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 174 mm (6.8 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 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.