Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Aix-en-Provence?
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 Aix-en-Provence or Santiago?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aix-en-Provence or Santiago, 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: Aix-en-Provence or Santiago?
Aix-en-Provence
Aix-en-Provence is a city in the south of France about 20 miles north of Marseille. It was the birthplace of Post-Impressionist painter Paul Cezanne. A walking trail links sites including his childhood home, Jas de Bouffan, and his former studio, Atelier Cezanne. The white limestone mountain Sainte-Victoire overlooking the city as well as the surrounding countryside were frequent subjects of his works. The city is all class with its flourishing boulevards and public squares are lined with 17th- and 18th-century mansions, punctuated by gurgling moss-covered fountains. Haughty stone lions guard its grandest avenue, cafe-laced cours Mirabeau, where fashionable Aixois relax on terraces sipping espresso. While Aix-en-Provence is a student hub, its upscale appeal make it more unique and charming to visit than some university towns.
Santiago
Santiago is the capital city of Chile. It is centrally located in the long and narrow country, making it a good jumping off point to explore everywhere else. It's convenient location means that you can go skiing in the Andes one day, and hang out at the beach the next.
Santiago has a cool semi-arid climate that is similar to Mediterranean climates. The summers, which are between November and March, are warm and dry. The temperatures climb to around 95 degrees Fahrenheit. The winters, between June and August, are humid with cold mornings. The daily highs are around 55 degrees Fahrenheit and the lows stay a few degrees above freezing. Rain is more common in the winter months and the dry season is between December and March.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in France, The Best Coach Bus Tours in France, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAix-en-Provence €162Santiago €128
The average daily cost (per person) in Aix-en-Provence is €162, while the average daily cost in Santiago is €128. 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 Aix-en-Provence and Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAix-en-Provence €81Santiago €93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAix-en-Provence €162Santiago €186
Compare Hotels in Aix-en-Provence and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in Aix-en-Provence or Santiago? 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: Aix-en-Provence Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aix-en-Provence €33Santiago €4.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aix-en-Provence
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aix-en-Provence:
- TRANSFER MARSEILLE PORT➦AIX EN PROVENCE: $127
- TRANSFER AIX EN PROVENCE ➦CRUISE PORT MARSEILLE: $141
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
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Metro Ride€0.96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Airport Transfer and Halfday City tour Santiago de Chile: $362
- Airport Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Business Car: $87
- Airport transfer between Santiago city center and Arturo Merino Benítez Airport: $51
- Arrival Transfer from Santiago Airport SCL to Santiago de Chile: $80
- City tour santiago with excursion to valparaiso and airport transfer: $150
- Departure Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Business Car: $87
- From Viña Santa Rita Tour w/Transfer: $120
- Luxury Airport Private Transfer SCL: $90
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour, Concha y Toro, Private Transfer from Santiago: $262
- Private Round Trip Transfer from Santiago Airport SCL to Santiago: $96
- Private Round Trip Transfer on Santiago Of Chile City: $68
- Private Santiago Visit Haras de Pirque Winery & Transfer Hotel: $300
Is it cheaper to fly into Aix-en-Provence or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago and Aix-en-Provence 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 dayAix-en-Provence €57Santiago €19
Typical Food Prices in Aix-en-Provence
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Aix-en-Provence:
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Dinner for 2€47
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aix-en-Provence
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aix-en-Provence.
- Aix-en-Provence, Food Tour & Local Gourmet Lunch (EN/FR): $61
- NO DIET CLUB - Unique local food tour in Aix en Provence: $69
- Food Tour: $89
- Cooking workshop/Atelier de cuisine: $112
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada€1.60
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Hamburger€2.13
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Dinner€22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Legacy Family Tour Lunch or Dinner Pairing 4 Strokes: $40
- Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $82
- 4-Hour Boozy Chilean Cooking Class in Santiago: $85
- Bali Hai Dinner & Show, Transport and Wine refill: $106
- Dinner Show in Bali Hai with Wine refill and transportation: $114
- Private Dinner & Chilean Folk Show with Transfers: $116
- Alyan Winery Sunset with Wine Tastings and Dinner: $117
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $122
- San Cristobal Hill Night Tour with Dinner Show: $129
- Bali Hai Polynesian Dinner Show with Transfer: $130
- Private Night City Tour with San Cristobal Hill And Dinner Show: $181
- Santiago Chilean and Peruvian Cooking Class with a Local Carol: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aix-en-Provence €22Santiago €40
Tours and Activities in Aix-en-Provence
Here are a few actual costs in Aix-en-Provence for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self tour of the olive oil mill & olive oil tasting: $5.87
- Aix en Provence: Le Roy René - "The Secret of Calisson" guided tour: $7.05
- Aix-en-Provence by Electric Tourist Train – City Center Tour: $14
- Aix-en-Provence by Electric Tourist Train – Paul Cezanne Tour: $16
- Provencal Market Walking Tour with Tastings: $41
- Adventure Game in Provence: $45
- Aix Morning Famous Living Market & Foodie Tour with a Local: $59
- From 1-Hour Scenic Sidecar Tour: $73
- Tour of the Bibémus quarries and short stone cutting workshop.: $76
- Guided Foodie Tour with Tastings: $76
- E-Bike Tour of Mount Sainte-Victoire: $82
- Guided Walking Tour with Calisson Tasting: $85
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago: $9.00
- Santiago Cathedral's Bell Tower Official Tour: $9.00
- Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino Admission Ticket: $17
- A historical tour of Santiago, Chile: $18
- Cable Car Admission Ticket: $18
- Santiago City Tour: Living History and Local Food Tasting: $20
- Guided City Tour through the historic center of Santiago: $23
- Private Guided Walking Tour of the City Center: $24
- Yungay, Memory, Art, and Neighborhood Walking Tour: $25
- Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town: $25
- A Fabulous Walking tour by the Old Santiago of Chile -small group: $25
- Santiago : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAix-en-Provence €14Santiago €7.15
Sample the Local Flavors in Aix-en-Provence
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Aix-en-Provence:
- Aix en Provence, Provence wine tasting: $53
- Private Art Center Tour & Wine Tasting: $106
- From Aix en Provence: Half-day Wine Tour in Provence: $112
- Half Day Wine Tour in Coteaux d'Aix: $112
- From Half-day Wine Tour Cezanne Countryside: $116
- Full Day Wine Tour in Luberon with Tasting: $182
- From Provence Region Tour with Wine Tasting: $187
- From Aix en Provence: Bandol & Cassis Full-day Wine Tour: $194
- From Aix-en-Provence : Half-day Sidecar Wine Tour: $283
- Private Wine Tasting at Your Holiday Rental: $352
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $60
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $63
- Undurraga Wine tour: $70
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $70
- Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $79
- Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with wine tasting in Casablanca: $79
- Inca Lagoon and Vineyard Visit with Wine Tasting: $80
- Half Day Trip to Cousiño Macul Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
- Half Day Trip to Concha y Toro Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago.: $89
- Kross Brewery Tour: A Craft Beer Tasting Experience: $93
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aix-en-Provence and Santiago, we can see that Aix-en-Provence is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aix-en-Provence is in Europe and Santiago 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 Santiago would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santiago 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 Aix-en-Provence would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aix-en-Provence than you might in Santiago.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aix-en-Provence Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aix-en-Provence or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Aix-en-Provence. When comparing the sizes of Aix-en-Provence and Santiago, 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 Aix-en-Provence or Santiago?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Santiago is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Aix-en-Provence has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Santiago in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Aix-en-Provence and Santiago. Many travelers come to Aix-en-Provence for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Aix-en-Provence is generally a little warmer than Santiagoin January. Daily temperatures in Aix-en-Provence average around 24°C (75°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In July, Aix-en-Provence usually receives more rain than Santiagoin January. Aix-en-Provence gets 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAix-en-Provence 24°C (75°F)Santiago 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Santiago in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Aix-en-Provence as well as Santiago. Many visitors come to Aix-en-Provence in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Aix-en-Provence is around the same temperature as Santiago in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aix-en-Provence averages around 16°C (61°F) in October, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in April.
Aix-en-Provence usually gets more rain in October than Santiagoin April. Aix-en-Provence gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAix-en-Provence 16°C (61°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Santiago in the Winter?
Both Santiago and Aix-en-Provence are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Aix-en-Provence for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Aix-en-Provence is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aix-en-Provence in January average around 7°C (44°F), and Santiago averages at about 9°C (48°F)in July.
In January, Aix-en-Provence usually receives less rain than Santiagoin July. Aix-en-Provence gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAix-en-Provence 7°C (44°F)Santiago 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Aix-en-Provence or Santiago in the Spring?
Both Santiago and Aix-en-Provence during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Aix-en-Provence because of the natural beauty.
In April, Aix-en-Provence is generally cooler than Santiagoin October. Daily temperatures in Aix-en-Provence average around 13°C (56°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Aix-en-Provence usually gets more rain in April than Santiagoin October. Aix-en-Provence gets 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAix-en-Provence 13°C (56°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Santiago and Aix-en-Provence
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 8°C (46°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (50°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (75°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (74°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (51°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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