A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Fortaleza vs. Ushuaia for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fortaleza and Ushuaia 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: Fortaleza or Ushuaia?

Fortaleza

A major city on Brazil's northeastern coast and the capital city of Ceara state, Fortaleza is best characterized by its city landscape lined with beaches and palm trees. It also features some great seafood as well as long-standing folk traditions in culture and dance.

Ushuaia

Ushuaia is a city on the Tierra del Fuego island of Argentina on the Beagle Strait. The city is considered to be one of the southernmost cities in the world and is often used as a base for cruises to Antarctica. Ushuaia's close proximity to Antarctica and their amazing hiking trails have made it a popular tourist destination over the past few decades.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Brazil, The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, The Best 3-Week Tours in Argentina, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Buenos Aires.


Which place is cheaper, Ushuaia or Fortaleza?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Fortaleza is $83, while the average daily cost in Ushuaia is $0.00. 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 Fortaleza and Ushuaia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Fortaleza $29
    Ushuaia -
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Fortaleza $58
    Ushuaia $0.00
Compare Hotels in Fortaleza and Ushuaia

Looking for a hotel in Fortaleza or Ushuaia? 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.

Hotels in Fortaleza


Hotels in Ushuaia


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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: Fortaleza Hotel Prices and Ushuaia Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Fortaleza $20
    Ushuaia -

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Fortaleza

Also for Fortaleza, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 4x4 Transfer Private Service Fortaleza - Jericoacoara: $268
  • Transfer 4 X 4 Fortaleza to Jericoacoara or Jericoacoara to Fortaleza: $240
  • Private Transfer from Fortaleza (FOR) Airport to Canoa Quebrada: $128
  • Private Transfer from Fortaleza (FOR) Airport to Flexeiras: $120
  • Jericoacoara - Fortaleza x Jericoacoara transfer: $105
  • Transfer 4x4 Regular Service Fortaleza - Jericoacoara: $90
  • Private Transfer from Praia das Fontes to Fortaleza (FOR) Airport : $87
  • Private Transfer from Fortaleza (FOR) Airport to Praia das Fontes: $87
  • Private Transfer from Fortaleza (FOR) Airport to Beberibe: $87
  • Private Transfer from Fortaleza Hotels to Fortaleza Cruise Port: $87
  • Private Transfer from Fortaleza Cruise Port to Fortaleza hotels: $87
  • Private Transfer from Carmel Charme Resort to Fortaleza (FOR) Airport: $86

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ushuaia

Also for Ushuaia, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Antarctic Experience W/Snowmobile Ride & Transfer: $242
  • National Park, Train and Navigation. Airport transfer included: $204
  • Ushuaia:Trekking Glaciar & Ice Caves W/Lunch and Transfer: $176
  • Private Transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (Ushuaia): $160
  • Complete Husky Experience + Buoy Park with Transfer: $124
  • Ushuaia Guided Visit to the National Park with Transfer: $120
  • Navigation to Beagle Channel and Sea Lions Island with Transfers: $116
  • Escondido and Fagnano Lakes with transfer: $112
  • Transfer Ushuaia Airport - Hotel in Ushuaia - Ushuaia Airport : $67
  • Private Transfer from Ushuaia Airport(USH) to Ushuaia Cruise Port: $62
  • Private Transfer from Ushuaia Cruise Port to Ushuaia Airport(USH): $62
  • Husky Trekking with Transfer: $62

Is it cheaper to fly into Fortaleza or Ushuaia?

Prices for flights to both Ushuaia and Fortaleza 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Fortaleza $39
    Ushuaia -

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ushuaia

For Ushuaia, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Adventure and Snow Moto + Buffet Lunch or Pizza Rodizio + Transfer: $96
  • Beaver Sighting with Dinner off Lake Fagnano: $170
  • Ushuaia City Tour: Vespertine Tour with Dinner: $189
  • Snowmobile + Snowshoeing + Huskies + Skiing + Lunch or Pizza Buffet: $195
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park PM - with Dinner included: $210
  • Discovering Lakes Escondido and Fagnano with sunset dinner: $210
  • Puerto Almanza and Punta Paraná Tour with Dinner: $210
  • Tierra del Fuego National Park: vespertine tour with dinner: $210
  • Snow and Fire with Dinner in Firepit, Sledge Ride and Snowmobile: $250

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Fortaleza $15
    Ushuaia -

Tours and Activities in Fortaleza

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fortaleza.

  • Águas Belas Tour: $14
  • 3 Beaches in 1 Day Tour Leaving Fortaleza: $12
  • Beach Park Full-Day Trip Including Brief Tour of Fortaleza: $35
  • Canoe Quebrada Full Day Tour - Departure from Fortaleza by Vitorino Turismo: $23
  • City Tour Fortaleza - Full Day Cumbuco Beach Tour by Nettour: $25
  • Fortaleza Historical & Cultural Discovery Private Tour: $178
  • Fortaleza Panoramic City Tour with visit to Cumbuco Beach: $19
  • Fortaleza Private Walking Tour with a Local: $31
  • Full Day Beach Tour In Cumbuco: $37
  • Full Day Premium Tour in Jericoacoara: $61
  • Full Day Tour to Cumbuco From Fortaleza: $12
  • Full Day Tour to Cumbuco from Fortaleza: $36

Tours and Activities in Ushuaia

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Ushuaia.

  • 3-Hour Tour Sailing through the Beagle Channel: $105
  • 4×4 Off Road Tour to Escondido and Khami Lakes: $200
  • 4W4 Adventure in Lagos Full Day with Roast : $170
  • 4WD Off-Road Lakes Adventure in Tierra del Fuego: $167
  • 4x4 Adventure at Lago Fagnano from Ushuaia: $236
  • 4x4 Lake Fagnano Adventure from Ushuaia: $218
  • 5-Hour National Park + City tour - USHUAIA (Private Tour): $205
  • 5.5-Hour Nat Park w/ Hiking *Shore Excursion* USHUAIA (Shared tour for cruises): $150
  • 5hrs of Trekking Experience in Martial Glacier: $115
  • Adventure in the Lakes Fueguinos quadricycles and Patagonian lamb: $238
  • Adventure through Lagos 4X4 in Ushuaia: $162
  • Albino's Eye Glacier Full-Day Trekking Tour from Ushuaia: $286

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Fortaleza $9.58
    Ushuaia -

Sample the Local Flavors in Ushuaia

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ushuaia:

  • Photo tour and Wine Tasting in Ushuaia City: $115
  • City tour and Wine tasting: $115


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Fortaleza and Ushuaia, we can see that Fortaleza is more expensive. And not only is Ushuaia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Ushuaia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ushuaia 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 Fortaleza would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Fortaleza than you might in Ushuaia.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fortaleza Expensive? and Is Ushuaia Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Fortaleza or Ushuaia?

Fortaleza has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Ushuaia. When comparing the sizes of Fortaleza and Ushuaia, 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 Fortaleza or Ushuaia?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.

Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Summer?

Both Ushuaia and Fortaleza are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Fortaleza for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In January, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 28°C (82°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Fortaleza. Fortaleza usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during summer. Fortaleza gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 169 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Fortaleza. In January, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 119 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer. The dry season in Fortaleza is July to January. The rainy season in Fortaleza is January to July.


  • Summer Average Temperatures January
    Fortaleza 28°C (82°F) 
    Ushuaia 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Autumn?

Both Ushuaia and Fortaleza during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Fortaleza in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

Fortaleza is much warmer than Ushuaia in the autumn. The daily temperature in Fortaleza averages around 27°C (80°F) in April, and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

In the autumn, Fortaleza often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 74 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Fortaleza. Fortaleza usually gets more rain in April than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 356 mm (14 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures April
    Fortaleza 27°C (80°F) 
    Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)

Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Fortaleza and Ushuaia. Most visitors come to Fortaleza for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

The weather in Ushuaia can be very cold. In the winter, Fortaleza is much warmer than Ushuaia. Typically, the winter temperatures in Fortaleza in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Ushuaia averages at about 2°C (36°F).

In Fortaleza, it's very sunny this time of the year. Fortaleza usually receives more sunshine than Ushuaia during winter. Fortaleza gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Ushuaia receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.

In July, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter. July to January in Fortaleza is the dry season. Also, January to July is the rainy season in Fortaleza.


  • Winter Average Temperatures July
    Fortaleza 26°C (79°F) 
    Ushuaia 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Fortaleza or Ushuaia in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Fortaleza as well as Ushuaia. The spring months attract visitors to Fortaleza because of the beaches and the activities around the city.

In October, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Ushuaia. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 28°C (82°F), and Ushuaia fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Fortaleza this time of the year. In the spring, Fortaleza often gets more sunshine than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ushuaia receives 156 hours of full sun.

Fortaleza usually gets less rain in October than Ushuaia. Fortaleza gets 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Ushuaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures October
    Fortaleza 28°C (82°F) 
    Ushuaia 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Ushuaia and Fortaleza

Fortaleza Ushuaia
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 28°C (82°F) 119 mm (4.7 in) 10°C (50°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Feb 27°C (81°F) 205 mm (8.1 in) 10°C (50°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Mar 27°C (80°F) 323 mm (12.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Apr 27°C (80°F) 356 mm (14 in) 6°C (43°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
May 27°C (80°F) 256 mm (10.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Jun 26°C (80°F) 142 mm (5.6 in) 1°C (34°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 95 mm (3.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Aug 27°C (80°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 2°C (36°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Sep 27°C (81°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 4°C (39°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Oct 28°C (82°F) 13 mm (0.5 in) 6°C (43°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 28°C (82°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 8°C (46°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Dec 28°C (82°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 9°C (48°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)