A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Florianopolis vs. Lima for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Florianopolis or Lima?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Should I visit Florianopolis or Lima? 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: Florianopolis or Lima?

Florianopolis

With a population of almost 500,000, Florianopolis is the capital city of the state of Santa Catarina in southern Brazil. The city is split between mainland Brazil and Santa Catarina Island.

Florianopolis has grown in popularity with tourists recently because of its wonderful scenery, beautiful beaches, and fascinating culture. Many Brazilians have also moved here, leaving behind the big cities of Sao Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

Florianopolis has a warm humid subtropical climate. There are summer, winter, spring and fall seasons. Frosts are rare but do occur occasionally. Highs during the warmest months are usually in the high 70s Fahrenheit. Rain is evenly distributed throughout the year and there is no distinct dry season.

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 Budget Tours to Brazil, The Best Tours for Seniors to Brazil, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.


Which place is cheaper, Lima or Florianopolis?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Florianopolis is $63, while the average daily cost in Lima is $77. 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 Florianopolis and Lima in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Florianopolis $26
    Lima $49
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Florianopolis $52
    Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Florianopolis and Lima

Looking for a hotel in Florianopolis 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.

Hotels in Florianopolis


Hotels in Lima


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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: Florianopolis Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Florianopolis $14
    Lima $5.75

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Florianopolis

Also for Florianopolis, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Hercilio Luz Airport - North Island Transfer: $14
  • Private Transfer Florianópolis Airport to City Center: $33
  • Shared transfer from Florianópolis airport to Balneário Camboriú: $35
  • Florianópolis Airport Transfer anywhere on the island by Floripa Nativa: $41
  • One Way Transfer : Florianopolis Airport to or from Florianopolis: $64
  • Transfer Florianópolis Airport / Costão do Santinho: $80
  • Private Transfer from FLN Airport to the City Balneario Camboriú : $86
  • Private Transfer Florianopolis Airport to Bal. Camboriu: $96
  • Private Transfer from Florianópolis Airport to Bombinhas: $97
  • Transfer Florianópolis Airport from Balneário Camboriú and region by Centrotur: $113
  • Roundtrip transfer from Florianópolis Airport to Bombinhas: $168

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $5.45
  • Taxi Ride
    $5.45
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $4.08

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 HTL-APT (LIM): $34
  • Transfers from / to Lima airport: $43
  • Transfer in Private Minivan from Lima City - Lima Airport (LIM): $61
  • Transfer from Lima city to the airport: $18
  • Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
  • Transfer To Lima Airport: $18
  • The Larco Museum Complete Tour with transfers (Small-group): $52
  • SHARED AIRPORT TRANSFER - From or To Lima Airport: $11
  • Round Trip Transfer from and to the Airport in Miraflores/Barranco/Sani : $33
  • QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.00
  • QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Lima Airport to Miraflores: $5.00
  • Private transfers from/to Lima Airport (Price per Vehicle): $28

Is it cheaper to fly into Florianopolis or Lima?

Prices for flights to both Lima and Florianopolis 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Florianopolis $22
    Lima $18
Typical Food Prices in Florianopolis

For Florianopolis, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • A Quick Snack
    $0.45

Typical Food Prices in Lima

Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:


  • Lunch for Two
    $4.36
  • Ice cream
    $3.54
  • Coffee
    $2.99
  • Donut
    $0.95

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.

  • Lima Market Food Tour - Taste 9 Popular Peruvian Snacks: $35
  • Lima Market Food Tour: $37
  • Peruvian Food Tour Through Local Markets: $40
  • Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
  • Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
  • Dinner at Café del Museo Larco restaurant: $55
  • Food History & Local Markets (Food Tour): $56
  • 3-dish Peruvian Cooking Experience + Pisco Sour Making: $56
  • Lima's Food Tour through Local Markets & Barranco Visit: $59
  • Peruvian Cooking Class: $59
  • Peruvian Cooking Class, Market Tour & Exotic Fruits: $65
  • Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Florianopolis $26
    Lima $8.69
Typical Entertainment Prices in Florianopolis

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Florianopolis's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Internet
    $0.60

Tours and Activities in Florianopolis

For Florianopolis, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Walking Tour Historic Center of Florianópolis: $12
  • Historic Center Walking Tour in Florianopolis with Local Bar Hop: $14
  • Bombinhas Beach and 4 Islands Tour: $23
  • Shared Shuttle between Florianópolis Airport and Hotel with optional City Tour: $23
  • Florianópolis Full Day City Tour: $25
  • Lagoinha do Leste Hiking and Photography Adventure : $27
  • Rafting Adventure in Apuama - Rio Cubatão in Greater Florianópolis: $31
  • Floripa City Tour by Bus - Whole Island - The Most Complete City Tour: $33
  • Balneário Camboriú City Tour from Florianópolis: $35
  • Blumenau City Tour from Florianópolis: $38
  • Tour Balneario Camboriu and Laranjeiras Beach TELEFERICO INCLUDED: $38
  • Private South Island Beaches and Lagoons Tour: $45

Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:


  • Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)
    $16
  • Movie Tickets
    $2.31

Tours and Activities in Lima

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:

  • Lima in 1 Day! - City Tour + Miraflores, Barranco & San Isidro: $85
  •  Cultural Tour of the city of Lima & Gastronomic: $62
  • 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
  • 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $269
  • 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
  • 2d/1n Tour: Flight to the Nazca, Paracas and Huacachina Lines: $289
  • 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
  • 3 Day Tour to Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $159
  • 3-Hour Guided Bicycle Tour in Miraflores: $30
  • 3-Hour Private Scooter Tour through Miraflores with Guide: $50
  • 360° Panoramic bus - Sightseeing Tour: $37
  • 4 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Florianopolis $8.88
    Lima $5.65
Typical Alcohol Prices in Florianopolis

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Florianopolis from other travelers:


  • Beer
    $0.60

Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:


  • Bottle of Wine
    $7.32
  • Beer
    $4.08
  • Cocktail
    $3.27

Sample the Local Flavors in Lima

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:

  • Gin and Rum Distillery Tour: $12
  • Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $18
  • Exclusive Pub Crawl with 10+ benefits: $18
  • Party tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl Lima: $18
  • Local Wine Tour: $50
  • Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Oasis + Wine Tour !! The best price: $226


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Florianopolis and Lima, we can see that Lima is more expensive. And not only is Florianopolis much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Florianopolis would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Florianopolis 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 Lima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lima than you might in Florianopolis.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Florianopolis Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Florianopolis or Lima?

Lima has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Florianopolis. When comparing the sizes of Florianopolis 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 Florianopolis or Lima?

Florianopolis 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 Florianopolis or Lima in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Florianopolis as well as Lima. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.

In January, Florianopolis is generally a little warmer than Limain July. Daily temperatures in Florianopolis average around 25°C (76°F), and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).

In the summer, Florianopolis often gets more sunshine than Limain July. Florianopolis gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.

Florianopolis receives a lot of rain in the summer. Florianopolis usually gets more rain in January than Limain July. Florianopolis gets 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures January and July
    Florianopolis 25°C (76°F) 
    Lima 18°C (64°F)

Should I visit Florianopolis or Lima in the Autumn?

Both Lima and Florianopolis are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Florianopolis is a little warmer than Lima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Florianopolis averages around 22°C (71°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F)in October.

Florianopolis usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Florianopolis gets 179 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In April, Florianopolis usually receives more rain than Limain October. Florianopolis gets 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures April and October
    Florianopolis 22°C (71°F) 
    Lima 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Florianopolis or Lima in the Winter?

Both Lima and Florianopolis during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.

In the winter, Florianopolis is cooler than Lima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Florianopolis in July average around 17°C (62°F), and Lima averages at about 23°C (73°F)in January.

In the winter, Florianopolis often gets less sunshine than Limain January. Florianopolis gets 170 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.

Florianopolis usually gets more rain in July than Limain January. Florianopolis gets 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures July and January
    Florianopolis 17°C (62°F) 
    Lima 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Florianopolis or Lima in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Florianopolis and Lima. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Florianopolis is generally cooler than Limain April. Daily temperatures in Florianopolis average around 20°C (68°F), and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

Florianopolis usually receives less sunshine than Lima during spring. Florianopolis gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.

Florianopolis gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Florianopolis usually receives more rain than Limain April. Florianopolis gets 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures October and April
    Florianopolis 20°C (68°F) 
    Lima 22°C (72°F)

Typical Weather for Lima and Florianopolis

Florianopolis Lima
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 25°C (76°F) 163 mm (6.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 4 mm (0.2 in)
Feb 25°C (77°F) 197 mm (7.8 in) 24°C (75°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Mar 24°C (75°F) 173 mm (6.8 in) 23°C (73°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)
Apr 22°C (71°F) 93 mm (3.7 in) 22°C (72°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
May 19°C (67°F) 97 mm (3.8 in) 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 19°C (66°F) 11 mm (0.4 in)
Jul 17°C (62°F) 100 mm (3.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 12 mm (0.5 in)
Aug 17°C (63°F) 95 mm (3.8 in) 17°C (63°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)
Sep 18°C (65°F) 134 mm (5.3 in) 18°C (64°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Oct 20°C (68°F) 110 mm (4.3 in) 19°C (66°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Nov 22°C (71°F) 130 mm (5.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Dec 24°C (74°F) 137 mm (5.4 in) 22°C (72°F) 3 mm (0.1 in)