Which place is cheaper, Lima or Brisbane?
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 Brisbane or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Brisbane and Lima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Brisbane or Lima?
Brisbane
Although Brisbane is often overlooked as a travel destination in Australia, it is the capital of the state of Queensland, and is the third largest city in Australia. It's a very young and vibrant city with an active nightlife and a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere. It's a modern and economically thriving city and, if you do have time to visit, it actually has a lot to offer travelers. It has some beautiful scenery, a wonderful warm climate all year long, and is actually one of the fastest growing cities in Australia.
Lima
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Australia, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Australia, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrisbane $165Lima $97
The average daily cost (per person) in Brisbane is $165, while the average daily cost in Lima is $97. 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 Brisbane and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrisbane $87Lima $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrisbane $174Lima $106
Compare Hotels in Brisbane and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Brisbane or Lima? 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: Brisbane Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brisbane $19Lima $6.21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Brisbane:
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Airtrain to the City$10
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Go Card$17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brisbane
Also for Brisbane, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Brisbane International Cruise Terminal Transfers: $20
- Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Brisbane: $22
- BNE Airport to City | Gold Coast Private Transfer: $40
- Secrets St Lucia Resort Private Airport Transfer and Taxi Service: $40
- Private St Lucia Airport Transfer to Secrets St. Lucia Resort: $45
- Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Gold Coast: $56
- Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast: $59
- Brisbane Airport Private Transfer to City Center: $61
- Luxury Airport Transfer Gold Coast-Brisbane / Brisbane-Gold Coast: $63
- Brisbane Airport: Shared Transfer to Sunshine Coast: $63
- Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Brisbane - Arrival Private Transfer: $82
- Brisbane to Brisbane Airport (BNE) - Departure Private Transfer: $82
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.88
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Taxi Ride$5.88
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Short Taxi Ride$4.41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- From Lima Private transfer to Paracas: $290
- Lima round trip transfers airport - hotel - airport + City Tour: $218
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $196
- Private Transfer from Pisco Cruise Port to Lima City Hotels: $196
- Larco Museum Tour & Gastronomic Experience with rountrip transfer: $160
- Premium Peruvian Horse Show with Lunch & Transfers: $159
- Private Largevan Transfer - Arrival Lima Airport to Hotel: $79
- Transfer by car from the airport to the hotel: $60
- Private Transfer from Lima to Jorge Chávez (LIM) Airport: $57
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Airport Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport LIM to Lima by Sedan: $51
- One-way Transfer Between Lima Airport And Miraflores Hotels: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Brisbane or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Brisbane 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 dayBrisbane $58Lima $33
Typical Food Prices in Brisbane
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Brisbane:
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Hamburger Lunch$5.58
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Cup of Coffee$2.09
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Chinese Food Lunch$8.73
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Ice cream$3.84
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Japanese Meal$15
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Smoothie$4.54
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Japanese Soup$8.03
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Coffee & Muffin$4.89
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Morning Mint Tea$2.44
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Veggie Burger & Chips$9.77
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Bread$1.82
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Gold Coast: Glow Worms, Sunset & Stargazing with BBQ dinner: $118
- Vertigo Dinner – Dining on the Edge: $165
- Local Icons Food Tour: $354
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.71
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Ice cream$3.82
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Coffee$3.23
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Donut$1.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Food tours on the forbidden side of Lima (Min. 3 Guests – Max. 6): $5.00
- Lima Street Food Tour: Taste Authentic Peruvian Delights: $45
- Dinner at Mangos Larcomar Restaurant: $48
- #1 Rated Lima Cooking Class: Make Ceviche, Causa & Pisco Sours!: $49
- Lima Street Food Tour : Try the best Peruvian street food: $49
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $50
- Private Churros Cooking Class, Miraflores & Hotel Pickup: $50
- Private Cooking Class in Causa & Lomo Saltado: $50
- Andean Breads Cooking Class in Lima: $55
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Dinner at the Cala Restaurant in Lima: $63
- Lima Market Food Tour: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brisbane $25Lima $9.38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Brisbane
For Brisbane, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Concert Tickets$14
Tours and Activities in Brisbane
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Brisbane.
- Brisbane Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game: $6.40
- Escape to Coochiemudlo Island: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Discover Brisbane & Gold Coast Secrets: Your Self-Guided Tour: $8.15
- Brisbane Highlights Self Guided Walking Tour with an APP: $12
- Mayhem in Brisbane GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $15
- True Crime Tour: $22
- Fortitude Valley Historical Crime Walking Tour: $22
- Winery Tour and Tasting: $23
- Brisbane Dark Stories True Crime Tour: $24
- True Crime Walking Tour: $25
- Haunted CBD Ghost Tour: $25
- Haunted Brisbane CBD Ghost Tour: $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$18
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Movie Tickets$2.50
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $134
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $134
- 3 Day Tour From Paracas, Huacachina Oasis & Pisco Vineyard: $159
- 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289
- 3 Days Tour of Paracas Huacachina and Nazca: $275
- 3 Hour Private Electric Scooter Tour of Lima: $75
- 3 Hours Walking Tour of Lima Old Town and Catacumbs: $59
- 3-Day Tour Discover Paracas and Huacachina from Lima: $260
- 4 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $299
- 8-Hour Private Tour Lima Viceroyalty and Gold Museum with Lunch: $120
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrisbane $54Lima $6.10
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brisbane
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Brisbane:
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Evening at the Bar$10
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Sixpack of Beer$9.77
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Guiness Beer$5.93
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Sixpack of Beer$9.07
Sample the Local Flavors in Brisbane
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Brisbane:
- XXXX Brewery Tour: $29
- Island Pub Crawl with Lunch and High-Speed Boat: $116
- Brewery Tour and Beer Tasting in Brisbane: $128
- Full Day Guided Wine Tour in Mt Tamborine From Brisbane: $142
- Brisbane Brewery Full Day Tour with Lunch: $149
- All Inclusive Wine Tour including Distillery & 2 Course Lunch: $160
- Tamborine Wine & Distillery Tour + 2 Course Lunch: $165
- One Hump Camel Farm and Wine Tour: $189
- Luxury Winery Tour with Gourmet Lunch & Distillery: $198
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.91
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Beer$4.41
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Cocktail$3.53
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Free Pub Crawl: $5.00
- Discover Barranco's Nightlife with Bar Crawl Lima: $20
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $22
- Discover Miraflores nightlife with Bar Crawl Lima: $24
- Lima Nightlife Tour & Society – Cultural Pub Crawl: $50
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima: $139
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brisbane and Lima, we can see that Brisbane is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brisbane is in Pacific and Lima 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 Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Brisbane would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brisbane than you might in Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brisbane Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brisbane or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Brisbane. When comparing the sizes of Brisbane and Lima, 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 Brisbane or Lima?
Brisbane has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Brisbane or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Brisbane during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Brisbane in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
In the summer, Brisbane is a little warmer than Lima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Brisbane in January average around 25°C (77°F), and Lima averages at about 18°C (64°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Brisbane. In the summer, Brisbane often gets more sunshine than Limain July. Brisbane gets 256 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. Brisbane usually gets more rain in January than Limain July. Brisbane gets 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulyBrisbane 25°C (77°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Brisbane or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Brisbane and Lima. Most visitors come to Brisbane for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene during these months. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Brisbane is generally a little warmer than Limain October. Daily temperatures in Brisbane average around 22°C (71°F), and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Brisbane, it's very sunny this time of the year. Brisbane usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Brisbane gets 214 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Brisbane gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Brisbane usually receives more rain than Limain October. Brisbane gets 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberBrisbane 22°C (71°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Brisbane or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Brisbane as well as Lima. The winter months attract visitors to Brisbane because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Brisbane is much colder than Lima in the winter. The daily temperature in Brisbane averages around 15°C (59°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F)in January.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brisbane this time of the year. In the winter, Brisbane often gets more sunshine than Limain January. Brisbane gets 226 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Brisbane usually gets more rain in July than Limain January. Brisbane gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBrisbane 15°C (59°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Brisbane or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Brisbane are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The beaches and the activities around the city are the main draw to Brisbane this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Brisbane is around the same temperature as Lima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Brisbane in October average around 21°C (69°F), and Lima averages at about 22°C (72°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Brisbane. Brisbane usually receives more sunshine than Lima during spring. Brisbane gets 259 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In October, Brisbane usually receives more rain than Limain April. Brisbane gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilBrisbane 21°C (69°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Brisbane
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 152 mm (6 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 22°C (71°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (69°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 24°C (76°F) | 127 mm (5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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