Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Antalya?
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 Antalya or Santiago?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Antalya or Santiago? 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: Antalya or Santiago?
Antalya
Antalya is the largest city along Turkey's Mediterranean coast and the eighth largest city in the country with over one million people in the metropolitan area. The city dates back to about 200 BC when it was settled by the Attalid Dynasty of Pergamon and soon conquered by the Romans. The city was ruled by several different groups and most recently was transferred to Italian suzerainty following World War I. It became part of Turkey following the War of Independence. The city has seen an influx of development in recent years and it has grown into a tourism mecca with more than 12 million visitors in 2014.
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 Turkey, The Best Anzac Day Tours in Turkey, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
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Antalya Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntalya $117Santiago $161
The average daily cost (per person) in Antalya is $117, while the average daily cost in Santiago is $161. 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 Antalya and Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntalya $39Santiago $117
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntalya $78Santiago $234
Compare Hotels in Antalya and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in Antalya 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: Antalya Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antalya $78Santiago $5.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antalya
Also for Antalya, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP Private Transfer from Antalya Airport: $0.67
- Land of Legends Night Show Transfer & Boat Parade: $9.15
- Antalya / Kemer : Mega Star Party Boat Trip w/ Lunch & Transfer: $12
- Land Of Legends Night Show Transfer with Optional Private: $12
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfer: $14
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show w/Shopping & Transfer: $14
- Family Rafting at Koprulu Canyon w/Lunch and Hotel Transfer: $15
- Side: Whitewater Rafting Adventure with Lunch and Transfer: $15
- Antalya Land of Legends Night Show with Transfer: $15
- Land of Legends Night Show in Antalya – Round Transfer Included: $16
- Antalya or Kemer: Land of Legends Roundtrip Night Transfer: $16
- Land of Legends Night Show with Hotel Transfer: $18
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$1.21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Villard Winery with exclusive guide + Premium Transfer: $220
- Transfer to Snowy Valley fullday for skiers: $49
- Transfer in/out cruise to/from Santiago plus tour Valparaiso: $135
- Transfer from Santiago Airport to Santiago Centro Commune: $52
- Transfer Santiago-Viña del Mar / Viña del Mar-Santiago: $220
- Transfer Santiago de Chile airport: $40
- Transfer Santiago Airport to the commune of Providencia: $56
- Transfer Parque Farellones Fullday 50%OFF: $59
- Transfer Airport/Port - Hotel: $65
- Tour to Santiago and Valparaiso with Transfers included: $150
- TRANSFER TRANSFER AIRPORT-VIÑA DEL MAR VALPARAISO: $143
- Valle Nevado Ski Day Trip with Hotel Transfers: $45
Is it cheaper to fly into Antalya or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago and Antalya 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 dayAntalya $31Santiago $24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antalya
For Antalya, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Belek/Antalya/Kemer: Suluada Sunset Boat Tour with Dinner: $45
- Pamukkalea and Salda Lake Tour with Breakfast-Lunch-Dinner: $50
- Kunefe Cooking Class with Local Chef in Old Town: $53
- Suluada Island Cruise with Dinner and Sunset: $59
- Giza Pyramids Sound and Light Show with Dinner: $79
- Turkish Baklava Cooking Class with a Local Host: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Mom in Central Antalya: $80
- Turkish Cooking Class with a Local Host: $82
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada$2.02
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Hamburger$2.69
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Dinner$28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Street Food Tour in Santiago with a Local Guide: $58
- Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $82
- 4-Hour Boozy Chilean Cooking Class in Santiago: $85
- 4h Cooking Class in Santiago : 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $85
- Food Tour STGO, Eat like Locals!: $99
- Santiago Food Tour: Bohemian Flavors and Local Gems: $109
- 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: $125
- Bali Hai Dinner & Show, Transport and Wine refill: $128
- San Cristobal Hill Night Tour with Dinner Show: $129
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antalya $32Santiago $51
Tours and Activities in Antalya
For Antalya, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $4.12
- Antalya Scavenger Hunt And Sights Self-Guided Tour: $4.49
- TOP Antalya : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.90
- Antalya/Kemer: Adrasan Suluada Island Boat Tours with Lunch: $8.75
- Self-Guided Audio City Tour on Your Phone: $12
- Antalya : Guided Old City Tour w/Cable Car&Waterfalls & Boat Trip: $12
- Antalya /Belek / Lara : Waterfall Boat Tour w/Lunch & Soft Drinks: $12
- Antalya : Old City Tour w/Olympos Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya /Belek : Guided City Tour w/Cable Car & Waterfalls & Boat: $12
- Antalya Sand Sculpture Museum Admission Ticket: $12
- Antalya’s Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Horse, Camel, and Donkey Riding Experience at the Farm in the Antalya Region: $13
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial español: $27
- "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial portugués: $27
- 1 Day Tour of Isla Negra Algarrobo and Viña Undurraga from Santiago: $112
- 1 Day Tour of Viña Concha y Toro from Santiago: $120
- 1 Day Valparaiso and Vina del Mar Tour from Santiago: $51
- 6 Hour Tour of Culture, History and Flavors from Santiago: $75
- A Fabulous Walking tour by the Old Santiago of Chile -: $25
- A Private Tour of Santiago with an Experienced Local Guide: $180
- A historical tour of Santiago, Chile: $18
- Adega Montes Guided Tour with Private Transportation: $300
- Adventure in Portillo: Laguna del Inca and Mountain Picnic: $100
- An Architect's Tour of Downtown Santiago: $55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntalya $14Santiago $9.02
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Traditional Wine Tour in Viña Cousiño Macul Official English: $27
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $59
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $60
- Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour: $62
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $63
- Undurraga Wine tour: $70
- Undurraga Wine Tasting Tour from Santiago: $75
- Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $75
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $75
- Inca Lagoon and Vineyard Visit with Wine Tasting: $80
- Half Day Trip to Cousiño Macul Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antalya and Santiago, we can see that Santiago is more expensive. And not only is Antalya much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Antalya 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 Antalya would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Antalya 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 Santiago would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santiago than you might in Antalya.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antalya Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antalya or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Antalya. When comparing the sizes of Antalya 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 Antalya 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 Antalya has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Antalya or Santiago in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Antalya as well as Santiago. Most visitors come to Antalya for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Antalya is generally a little warmer than Santiagoin January. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 28°C (83°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Antalya usually gets less rain in July than Santiagoin January. Antalya gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryAntalya 28°C (83°F)Santiago 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Santiago in the Autumn?
Both Santiago and Antalya are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Antalya because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Antalya is a little warmer than Santiago in the autumn. The daily temperature in Antalya averages around 21°C (69°F) in October, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in April.
In October, Antalya usually receives more rain than Santiagoin April. Antalya gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilAntalya 21°C (69°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Santiago in the Winter?
Both Santiago and Antalya during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Antalya this time of year.
In the winter, Antalya is a little warmer than Santiago. Typically, the winter temperatures in Antalya in January average around 11°C (51°F), and Santiago averages at about 9°C (48°F)in July.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Antalya. Antalya usually gets more rain in January than Santiagoin July. Antalya gets 239 mm (9.4 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyAntalya 11°C (51°F)Santiago 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Antalya or Santiago in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Antalya and Santiago. Many travelers come to Antalya for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Antalya is generally around the same temperature as Santiagoin October. Daily temperatures in Antalya average around 16°C (62°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In April, Antalya usually receives more rain than Santiagoin October. Antalya gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberAntalya 16°C (62°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Santiago and Antalya
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 11°C (51°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 11°C (52°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (62°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (83°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (83°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 16°C (61°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 12°C (54°F) | 227 mm (8.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 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.