Which place is cheaper, Lima or Copenhagen?
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 Copenhagen or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Copenhagen and Lima 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.
Where Should I go: Copenhagen or Lima?
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
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 Adventure Tours to Denmark, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark, 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 dayCopenhagen $278Lima $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Copenhagen is $278, while the average daily cost in Lima is $95. 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 Copenhagen and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCopenhagen $99Lima $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCopenhagen $198Lima $104
Compare Hotels in Copenhagen and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Copenhagen 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: Copenhagen Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Copenhagen $79Lima $6.06
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $114
- Private Transfer to/from Copenhagen Airport CPH: $126
- Copenhagen Airport Transfer Service | English Speaking: $135
- Private Transfer Airport To/From Cruise Port: $173
- Private Transfer to Copenhagen Port: $274
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Short Taxi Ride$4.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Lima APT-HTL (LIM) : $34
- Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima City Center: $16
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Transfer To Lima Airport: $20
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Round Trip Transfer from and to the Airport in Miraflores/Barranco/Sani : $33
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.95
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.95
- Private Transfers from/to Lima Airport (Price per Vehicle): $29
- Private Transfer to Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Copenhagen or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Copenhagen 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 dayCopenhagen $116Lima $32
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $38
- The Nørrebro Street Art & Food Tour: $55
- Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $105
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $124
- Copenhagen Cooking Class: Nordic Cooking Class with Open Bar: $125
- Modern City Food Tour: $149
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $157
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.59
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Ice cream$3.73
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Coffee$3.15
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Donut$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Copenhagen $34Lima $9.15
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$9.44
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Coffee$15
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Copenhagen Zoo Tower Entry Ticket: $3.93
- Danish Architecture Center Entrance Ticket: $9.44
- THE TUBE Copenhagen Entrance Ticket: $15
- Danish Jewish Museum Entry Ticket: $16
- Danish War Museum Entry Ticket: $17
- Group Walking Tour - City Highlights - 2 Hours: $19
- The Museum of Danish Resistance Entrance Ticket: $19
- Amalienborg Palace Museum Entry Ticket: $20
- Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket: $22
- ENIGMA Museum Day Ticket: $22
- National Museum of Denmark Entry Ticket: $22
- The Royal Danish Theatre Guided Tour: $24
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)$17
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Movie Tickets$2.44
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 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: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCopenhagen $15Lima $5.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $47
- Private Wine Tasting Boat Tour: $189
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$7.71
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Beer$4.30
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Cocktail$3.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Copenhagen and Lima, we can see that Copenhagen is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Copenhagen is in Europe 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Copenhagen or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Copenhagen. When comparing the sizes of Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen or Lima?
Copenhagen 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 Copenhagen or Lima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Copenhagen as well as Lima. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Copenhagen this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In July, Copenhagen is generally around the same temperature as Lima. Daily temperatures in Copenhagen average around 17°C (63°F), and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
Copenhagen usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Copenhagen gets 69 mm (2.7 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 JulyCopenhagen 17°C (63°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Copenhagen are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Copenhagen for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Copenhagen is much colder than Lima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Copenhagen averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In October, Copenhagen usually receives more rain than Lima. Copenhagen gets 59 mm (2.3 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 OctoberCopenhagen 10°C (50°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Lima in the Winter?
Both Lima and Copenhagen during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Copenhagen in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Copenhagen can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Copenhagen is much colder than Lima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Copenhagen in January average around 1°C (33°F), and Lima averages at about 23°C (73°F).
Copenhagen usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Copenhagen gets 51 mm (2 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 JanuaryCopenhagen 1°C (33°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Lima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Copenhagen and Lima. Most visitors come to Copenhagen for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Copenhagen is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Copenhagen average around 7°C (45°F), and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In April, Copenhagen usually receives more rain than Lima. Copenhagen gets 42 mm (1.7 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 AprilCopenhagen 7°C (45°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Copenhagen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 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.