A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Hannover vs. Santiago for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Hannover or Santiago?

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 Hannover and Santiago. 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: Hannover or Santiago?

Hannover

Hannover is the capital of Lower Saxony (or Niedersachsen) in northern Germany. It is fairly modern with very little remnants architecturally pre-World War II. Today, it is best known for a handful of landmarks and the largest annual tech expo in the world.

Santiago

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 Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Germany, The Best Oktoberfest Tours in Germany, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.


Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Hannover?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Hannover Prices
    Germany Prices
    Santiago Prices
    Chile Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Hannover €190
    Santiago €130

The average daily cost (per person) in Hannover is €190, while the average daily cost in Santiago is €130. 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 Hannover and Santiago in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Hannover €85
    Santiago €95
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Hannover €170
    Santiago €190
Compare Hotels in Hannover and Santiago

Looking for a hotel in Hannover or Santiago? 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 Hannover


Hotels in Santiago


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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: Hannover Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Hannover €23
    Santiago €4.68

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hannover

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

  • Private Transfer From Hanover City to Bremen City: $146
  • Private Transfer From Hannover to Hamburg, English Speaking Driver: $221

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:


  • Metro Ride
    €0.98

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:

  • Private Scenic Transfer to Mendoza.: $467
  • Airport Transfer and Halfday City tour Santiago de Chile: $362
  • Clos Apalta Winery - Tour with Private Transfer: $300
  • Santiago de Chile: Private Transfer to San Antonio / Port: $270
  • Transfer Private hotel to Cruise ship in Puerto San Antonio or Valparaiso: $270
  • Private Transfer Between Santiago and Cruise Port: $270
  • Private Transfer to Sewell UNESCO Andes Town Tour with Lunch: $269
  • Private cruise transfer: Puerto San Antonio or Valparaíso ↔ Santiago: $260
  • Portillo and Laguna Del Inca, Exclusive Guide and Private Transfer: $250
  • Private Cruise Transfer : Santiago → Valparaiso or San Antonio: $239
  • Santiago Airport (SCL) to Santo Domingo - Round-Trip Transfer: $228
  • Villard Winery with exclusive guide + Premium Transfer: $220

Is it cheaper to fly into Hannover or Santiago?

Prices for flights to both Santiago and Hannover 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
    Hannover €85
    Santiago €20

Typical Food Prices in Santiago

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


  • Empanada
    €1.63
  • Hamburger
    €2.16
  • Dinner
    €22

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago

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

  • Best Santiago Street Food Tour with 4+ Tastings and Drink: $56
  • Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $56
  • Mercado Meals Santiago Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $59
  • Mercado Meals Food Tour with 12+ Tastings: $60
  • 4h Cooking Class in 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $77
  • 4h Cooking Class in Santiago : 8 Recipes & Bottomless Drinks: $85
  • Local Food Tour with Tastings & Drinks: $99
  • Food Tour STGO, Eat like Locals!: $99
  • Traditional Chilean Show with Dinner and Private Transportation in Santiago: $107
  • Small-Group Tour: Night City Tour with Santa Lucia Hill and Dinner Show: $116
  • Barrio Italia Food Tour with Tastings & Drinks: $119
  • Small-Group Night City Tour: San Cristobal Hill and Dinner Show: $120

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Hannover €35
    Santiago €41

Tours and Activities in Hannover

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hannover.

  • Podcast Tour Breathing at the Braunschweiger Oker: $5.47
  • Self-guided podcast tour The Hannover Rock Revolution: $5.47
  • Podcast Tour The Heartbeat and Soul of Hannover 96: $5.47
  • Self-guided podcast tour The Battle for Hanover's Streets: $5.47
  • Podcast Tour How Italian Guest Workers Conquered Wolfsburg: $5.47
  • Podcast Tour Hanover's Resurrection and Royal Echoes: $5.47
  • Podcast Tour Hanover's radical open-air gallery: $5.47
  • Hannover Highlights Audio Guide and Self Guided Tour: $5.70
  • TOP Hannover : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $5.71
  • Podcast Tour The Battle for Brunswick's Soul: $6.84
  • Podcast Tour A Story of Two Braunschweigs: $6.84
  • Podcast Tour: The History of Eintracht Braunschweig: $6.84

Tours and Activities in Santiago

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

  • "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial español: $27
  • "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial portugués: $27
  • 1 Day Tour of Viña Concha y Toro from Santiago: $120
  • 1 Day Undurraga Vineyard Tour from Santiago: $120
  • 1 Day Valparaiso and Vina del Mar Tour from Santiago: $51
  • 2 Day Santiago Old and Modern City Contrasts Private Tour: $260
  • 3 Hours Santiago Blend Walking Tour: $30
  • An Architect's Tour of Downtown Santiago: $60
  • Andean Adventure: Cajón del Maipo & El Morado Lodge and Spa: $147
  • Andes Day Lagoon in Cajón del Maipo & Embalse el Yeso Private Tour: $270
  • Andes Day Lagoon: Embalse El Yeso Tour from Santiago: $120
  • Andes Day Volcano 8k Private Tour: $270

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Hannover €34
    Santiago €7.26

Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago

Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • "Chile in Your Glass" Wine Tasting.: $22
  • Cousiño Macul Heritage Wine Tour with Tastings: $25
  • Pub Crawl with Unlimited Beer and Welcome Shots: $25
  • Premium Wine Tour in Viña Cousiño Macul Spanish official: $45
  • Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $55
  • Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour: $61
  • Valparaiso, Viña del Mar & Casablanca Wine Tour: $65
  • Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $70
  • Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $75
  • Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $75
  • Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $75
  • Half Day Trip to Cousiño Macul Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87


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

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


Which is Bigger, Hannover or Santiago?

Santiago has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Hannover. When comparing the sizes of Hannover 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.


When is the best time to visit Hannover or Santiago?

Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Santiago is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Hannover has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Hannover or Santiago in the Summer?

Both Santiago and Hannover during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Hannover because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Hannover is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the summer temperatures in Hannover in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Santiago averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.

Hannover usually gets more rain in July than Santiagoin January. Hannover gets 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Hannover 18°C (64°F) 
    Santiago 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Hannover or Santiago in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Hannover and Santiago. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Hannover this time of year.

In October, Hannover is generally cooler than Santiagoin April. Daily temperatures in Hannover average around 10°C (51°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

In October, Hannover usually receives more rain than Santiagoin April. Hannover gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Hannover 10°C (51°F) 
    Santiago 15°C (59°F)

Should I visit Hannover or Santiago in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Hannover as well as Santiago. Many travelers come to Hannover for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Hannover. Hannover is much colder than Santiago in the winter. The daily temperature in Hannover averages around 1°C (33°F) in January, and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F)in July.

Hannover usually gets less rain in January than Santiagoin July. Hannover gets 52 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Hannover 1°C (33°F) 
    Santiago 9°C (48°F)

Should I visit Hannover or Santiago in the Spring?

Both Santiago and Hannover are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Hannover in the spring for the activities around the city.

In the spring, Hannover is much colder than Santiago. Typically, the spring temperatures in Hannover in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in October.

In April, Hannover usually receives more rain than Santiagoin October. Hannover gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Hannover 8°C (47°F) 
    Santiago 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Santiago and Hannover

Hannover Santiago
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C (33°F) 52 mm (2.1 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 1°C (35°F) 37 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 5°C (40°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 8°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 15°C (59°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.5 in) 12°C (54°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jun 16°C (61°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 9°C (48°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Jul 18°C (64°F) 62 mm (2.5 in) 9°C (48°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Aug 17°C (63°F) 64 mm (2.5 in) 10°C (50°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Sep 14°C (58°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Oct 10°C (51°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 15°C (59°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 5°C (42°F) 52 mm (2.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 2°C (36°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 20°C (68°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)