Which place is cheaper, Lima or Ghent?
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 Ghent or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ghent and Lima. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ghent or Lima?
Ghent
Ghent is a large city in the northern part of Belgium (the Flanders region) with a population of about 250,000. This city was one of the most powerful cities in Europe during the Middle Ages, which is portrayed today, mostly through architecture. There is a large university in Ghent with over 60,000 students, and a large portion of the population are young students. However, among the natives and students, there are also many foreigners and artists that you will find walking the streets of the city. Ghent is also Belgium's second largest port city.
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 Cultural Tours in Belgium, The Best Budget Tours to Belgium, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Ghent Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGhent €144Lima €81
The average daily cost (per person) in Ghent is €144, while the average daily cost in Lima is €81. 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 Ghent and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGhent €72Lima €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGhent €144Lima €88
Compare Hotels in Ghent and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Ghent 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: Ghent Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ghent €19Lima €5.16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Short Taxi Ride€3.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.95
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.95
- LIMA AIRPORT SHUTTLE - Shared Transfer: $13
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Private Transfer to Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima City Center: $16
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport (LIM) to Callao Port: $17
- Private Transfer from Lima City Hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $17
- Private Airport Transfer to Miraflores San Isidro and Barranco: $18
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Callao Cruise Port to Lima Hotels: $18
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Ghent or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Ghent 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 dayGhent €60Lima €27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ghent
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ghent.
- Walking Food Tour in Ghent: $93
- Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food: $109
- Small-Group Food Tour in Ghent by Bike: $178
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two€3.91
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Ice cream€3.17
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Coffee€2.69
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Donut€0.85
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.Ghent €8.64Lima €7.79
Tours and Activities in Ghent
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ghent are as follows:
- Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included: $3.57
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent: $3.57
- Evening Tour of the Dark Side of Gent: $3.57
- Ghent Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $7.75
- Ghent Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.34
- Pub Trail an adventure full of surprises: $13
- Hidden A Self-Guided Audio Tour Of The Flemish City: $15
- Escape Tour Gent -selfguided citygame- and find the secret exit!: $24
- Discover Ghent with a self-guided Outside Escape city game tour!: $30
- TV like Ultimate Quiz Experience in Ghent: $30
- Ghent Beer Guided Walking Tour: $54
- Bicycle tour in historic Ghent: $54
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)€15
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Movie Tickets€2.07
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Beach tour and surfboards for rent in Lima, Peru: $14
- Lima City Tour with Baby Alpaca Class and Pisco Tasting: $16
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $18
- Miraflores and Barranco Private Bike Tour: $19
- Private Bike Tour in Lima: $19
- Bike Tour Lima: $19
- Water Magic Circuit Lima Night Tour by Panoramic Bus: $20
- Tour in Lima with Visit to the Catacombs of San Francisco: $20
- Bohemian and artistic ravine walking tour: $22
- Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups): $24
- Pisco Sour experience with mini causitas at República del Pisco: $25
- Guided Walking Tour in Barranco: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGhent €18Lima €5.07
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€6.57
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Beer€3.66
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Cocktail€2.93
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 Ghent and Lima, we can see that Ghent is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ghent 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 Ghent would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ghent 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 Ghent Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ghent or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Ghent. When comparing the sizes of Ghent 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 Ghent or Lima?
Ghent 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 Ghent or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Ghent are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Ghent because of the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Ghent is around the same temperature as Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Ghent averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ghent. Ghent usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Ghent gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Ghent usually receives more rain than Lima. Ghent gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyGhent 17°C (63°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Ghent or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Ghent during the autumn are popular places to visit. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Ghent this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
In the autumn, Ghent is much colder than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Ghent in October average around 12°C (54°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
In the autumn, Ghent often gets more sunshine than Lima. Ghent gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
Ghent usually gets more rain in October than Lima. Ghent gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberGhent 12°C (54°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Ghent or Lima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Ghent and Lima. Many travelers come to Ghent for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Ghent. In January, Ghent is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Ghent average around 3°C (38°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Ghent usually receives less sunshine than Lima during winter. Ghent gets 47 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Ghent usually receives more rain than Lima. Ghent gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryGhent 3°C (38°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Ghent or Lima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Ghent as well as Lima. Many visitors come to Ghent in the spring for the natural beauty. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Ghent is much colder than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Ghent averages around 8°C (47°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
In the spring, Ghent often gets less sunshine than Lima. Ghent gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
Ghent usually gets more rain in April than Lima. Ghent gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilGhent 8°C (47°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Ghent
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 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.