Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Fortaleza?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Fortaleza 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.
A major city on Brazil's northeastern coast and the capital city of Ceara state, Fortaleza is best characterized by its city landscape lined with beaches and palm trees. It also features some great seafood as well as long-standing folk traditions in culture and dance.
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 Luxury Tours to Brazil, The Best Budget Tours to Brazil, 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 Fortaleza is $71, 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 Fortaleza and Santiago in more detail.
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Also for Fortaleza, 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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For Fortaleza, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Fortaleza.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago 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 Fortaleza and Santiago, we can see that Santiago is more expensive. And not only is Fortaleza much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Fortaleza would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Fortaleza 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 Fortaleza.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Fortaleza Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Fortaleza. When comparing the sizes of Fortaleza 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.
Both Santiago and Fortaleza during the summer are popular places to visit.
Fortaleza is a little warmer than Santiago in the summer. The daily temperature in Fortaleza averages around 28°C (82°F) in January, and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Fortaleza. Fortaleza usually gets more rain in January than Santiago. Fortaleza gets 119 mm (4.7 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Fortaleza and Santiago.
In the autumn, Fortaleza is much warmer than Santiago. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Fortaleza in April average around 27°C (80°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F).
Fortaleza gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In April, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Santiago. Fortaleza gets 356 mm (14 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Fortaleza as well as Santiago.
In July, Fortaleza is generally much warmer than Santiago. Daily temperatures in Fortaleza average around 26°C (79°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Fortaleza usually gets more rain in July than Santiago. Fortaleza gets 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santiago and Fortaleza are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Fortaleza is much warmer than Santiago in the spring. The daily temperature in Fortaleza averages around 28°C (82°F) in October, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In October, Fortaleza usually receives more rain than Santiago. Fortaleza gets 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Fortaleza | Santiago | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 28°C (82°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 205 mm (8.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 27°C (80°F) | 323 mm (12.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 356 mm (14 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 27°C (80°F) | 256 mm (10.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 26°C (80°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Oct | 28°C (82°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 28°C (82°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 28°C (82°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |