Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Beijing?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Beijing and Santiago 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.
Beijing is the capital of China and, with 21.5 million people, it is the second most populated city in the world after Shanghai. It is a city that keeps pockets of its history hidden in old neighborhoods or back alleys, despite the constant change and modernization that goes on around it. As the capital city of China, there is plenty of history and culture. You can still get yourself lost in one of the last remaining hutongs, which are old neighborhoods that remain untouched by the city's modernization. The alleys that weave between the old homes are lined with drying clothes, corner markets, and people going about their daily lives the way they have for centuries. Surrounding these hutongs you'll find modern buildings and a booming economy, all threatening to destroying these last bits of Beijing's history. Beijing offers a glimpse into a microcosm that represents the entire country of China. Make sure you give yourself enough time in China to truly experience Beijing. You can pass a lot of time soaking up life in the city, which remains as diverse as the country it resides within.
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 2-Week Tours from Beijing, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to China, 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 Beijing is $77, 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 Beijing and Santiago in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Beijing:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Beijing:
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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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Beijing:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Beijing.
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.
Here are a few typical costs in Beijing for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Beijing for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Beijing:
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 Beijing and Santiago, we can see that Santiago is more expensive. And not only is Beijing much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beijing is in Asia 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 Beijing would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beijing 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 Beijing.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beijing Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Beijing has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of Santiago. When comparing the sizes of Beijing 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.
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 Beijing has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beijing and Santiago. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Beijing this time of year.
In July, Beijing is generally a little warmer than Santiagoin January. Daily temperatures in Beijing average around 27°C (80°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Beijing gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Beijing usually receives more rain than Santiagoin January. Beijing gets 176 mm (6.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Beijing as well as Santiago. Many travelers come to Beijing for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Beijing is around the same temperature as Santiago in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beijing averages around 14°C (56°F) in October, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in April.
Beijing usually gets more rain in October than Santiagoin April. Beijing gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santiago and Beijing are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Beijing in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Beijing can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Beijing is much colder than Santiago. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beijing in January average around -4°C (26°F), and Santiago averages at about 9°C (48°F)in July.
In January, Beijing usually receives less rain than Santiagoin July. Beijing gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Santiago and Beijing during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Beijing for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Beijing is generally around the same temperature as Santiagoin October. Daily temperatures in Beijing average around 14°C (57°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Beijing usually gets more rain in April than Santiagoin October. Beijing gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -4°C (26°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 9 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 14°C (57°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 20°C (68°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 25°C (76°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Aug | 25°C (78°F) | 182 mm (7.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Oct | 14°C (56°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | -1°C (29°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |