Which place is cheaper, Lima or Glasgow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Glasgow or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Glasgow or Lima, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Glasgow or Lima?
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayGlasgow £144Lima £60
The average daily cost (per person) in Glasgow is £144, while the average daily cost in Lima is £60. 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 Glasgow and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personGlasgow £74Lima £39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomGlasgow £148Lima £78
Compare Hotels in Glasgow and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Glasgow 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: Glasgow Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Glasgow £27Lima £4.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Easy Bus Transfer Between Airport and City Center: $13
- Glasgow hotels to Glasgow Prestwick Airport (PIK) - Departure Private Transfer: $39
- Arrivals Airport Transfer to City Accommodations: $55
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow city centre to Glasgow (GLA) Airport: $64
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow Airport to City centre: $65
- Private Transfer from Glasgow City Hotels to Greenock Cruise Port: $85
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Business Car: $93
- Departure Private Transfers: Glasgow City to Glasgow Airport GLA in Business Car: $98
- Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $104
- Private Airport Transfer from and to Glasgow : $120
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Luxury Car: $139
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow Airport GLA to Glasgow City in Luxury Van: $145
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride£4.26
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Taxi Ride£4.26
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Short Taxi Ride£3.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $198
- Private Transfer From Lima To Paracas With 2 Stops : $176
- Premium Peruvian Horse Show with Lunch & Transfers: $150
- Larco Museum Tour & Gastronomic Experience with rountrip transfer: $134
- Round-Trip Transfer in Private Minivan from-to Lima Airport (LIM) in Lima City: $122
- Palomino Islands Excursion & Swimming with Sea Lions with Hotel Transfers: $119
- Airport Transfer Service in Lima: $95
- Private Transfer from Callao Cruise Port to Lima city hotels: $87
- Private Transfer from Lima city hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $87
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Pisco Cruise Port: $87
- Lima Airport Arrival Transfer for small groups: $79
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Pisco Port : $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Glasgow or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Glasgow 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 dayGlasgow £45Lima £14
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market£1.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two£3.41
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Ice cream£2.77
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Coffee£2.34
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Donut£0.75
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: $33
- Lima Market Food Tour: $34
- Peruvian Food Tour Through Local Markets: $40
- Ceviche Cooking Class Including Pisco Sour Lesson: $40
- Lima Street Food Tour: $40
- Lima Street Food Tour: $45
- Lima Food Tour: $45
- Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
- Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
- Barranco Tour with Dinner: $47
- Bohemian tour of Barranco with Dinner: $47
- Private Cooking Class With a Local Family in Lima: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Glasgow £22Lima £6.80
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)£12
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Two Bike Rental£34
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Glasgow Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Uncover Historic In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- City Center Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Glasgow City Centre Daily Walking Tour: 10:30am, 2pm & 5pm: $15
- Private Historical Walking Tour: $16
- Street Art Guided Walking Tour: $18
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)£13
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Movie Tickets£1.81
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- The best of Lima walking tour: $198
- Cultural Tour of the city of Lima & Gastronomic: $62
- 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
- 2d/1n Tour: Flight to the Nazca, Paracas and Huacachina Lines: $289
- 3 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $289
- 3 Day Tour to Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $159
- 3-Day Trip to Lima Tour Package: $150
- 3-Hour Private Scooter Tour through Miraflores with Guide: $50
- 360° Panoramic bus - Sightseeing Tour: $27
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayGlasgow £15Lima £4.42
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine£12
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie£3.50
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
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£5.73
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Beer£3.20
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Cocktail£2.56
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 and Drinks: $18
- Pub Crawl in Lima: $25
- Local Wine Tour : $39
- Local Wine Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Glasgow and Lima, we can see that Glasgow is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Glasgow 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow 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 Glasgow Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Glasgow or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Glasgow 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 Glasgow or Lima?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Glasgow during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Glasgow for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
In the summer, Glasgow is cooler than Lima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Glasgow in July average around 15°C (59°F), and Lima averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In the summer, Glasgow often gets more sunshine than Lima. Glasgow gets 159 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Glasgow usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Glasgow gets 99 mm (3.9 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 JulyGlasgow 15°C (59°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Glasgow and Lima. Many visitors come to Glasgow in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Glasgow is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Glasgow average around 10°C (49°F), and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Glasgow usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Glasgow gets 69 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Glasgow gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Glasgow usually receives more rain than Lima. Glasgow gets 163 mm (6.4 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 OctoberGlasgow 10°C (49°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Glasgow as well as Lima. Most visitors come to Glasgow for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Glasgow can be very cold during winter. Glasgow is much colder than Lima in the winter. The daily temperature in Glasgow averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Glasgow often gets less sunshine than Lima. Glasgow gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Glasgow receives a lot of rain in the winter. Glasgow usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Glasgow gets 165 mm (6.5 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 JanuaryGlasgow 3°C (38°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Glasgow or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Glasgow are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Glasgow because of the activities around the city. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Glasgow is much colder than Lima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Glasgow in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Lima averages at about 22°C (72°F).
Glasgow usually receives less sunshine than Lima during spring. Glasgow gets 134 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Glasgow usually receives more rain than Lima. Glasgow gets 78 mm (3.1 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 AprilGlasgow 7°C (45°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Glasgow
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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