Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Asuncion?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Asuncion 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.
Asuncion is a vastly underrated city. It is the capital but also the administrative economic and cultural center of Paraguay. It is located in the south central part of the country, near the border with Argentina and it is one of the oldest cities in South America, with people living here since almost 500 years. The city has a beautiful and simple center, with a few unique colonial and beaux arts buildings, international cuisine, shady plazas and friendly people. Its handful of historic buildings around the Plaza de los Heroes, Plaza Uruguaya and Manzana de la Ribera, two or three small museums, old bars and cafes, but also smart suburbs, ritzy shopping malls and fashionable nightclubs will keep you entertained for a day or two. It is a very charming city for travellers and apart from the sights, the city boasts a good tourist infrastructure with hotels and restaurants.
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 The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Asuncion is $69, while the average daily cost in Santiago is $141. 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 Asuncion and Santiago in more detail.
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Also for Asuncion, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
For Asuncion, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Asuncion are as follows:
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Asuncion and Santiago, we can see that Santiago is more expensive. And not only is Asuncion much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Asuncion would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Asuncion 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 Asuncion.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Asuncion Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Asuncion. When comparing the sizes of Asuncion 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.
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.
The summer brings many poeple to Asuncion as well as Santiago.
In the summer, Asuncion is a little warmer than Santiago. Typically, the summer temperatures in Asuncion in January average around 29°C (84°F), and Santiago averages at about 21°C (70°F).
Asuncion receives a lot of rain in the summer. Asuncion usually gets more rain in January than Santiago. Asuncion gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santiago and Asuncion are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In April, Asuncion is generally much warmer than Santiago. Daily temperatures in Asuncion average around 24°C (75°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
It's quite rainy in Asuncion. In April, Asuncion usually receives more rain than Santiago. Asuncion gets 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Santiago and Asuncion during the winter are popular places to visit.
Asuncion is much warmer than Santiago in the winter. The daily temperature in Asuncion averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Asuncion usually gets less rain in July than Santiago. Asuncion gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Asuncion and Santiago.
In the spring, Asuncion is much warmer than Santiago. Typically, the spring temperatures in Asuncion in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Asuncion gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Asuncion usually receives more rain than Santiago. Asuncion gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Asuncion | Santiago | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 29°C (84°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Aug | 21°C (70°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 26°C (79°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |