Which place is cheaper, Puerto Varas or Havana?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Havana or Puerto Varas?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Havana and Puerto Varas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Havana or Puerto Varas?
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
Puerto Varas
Puerto Varas is a city in Southern Chile, in the Los Lagos (Lakes) Region, Llanquihue Province. It is a charming town, only 23 km away from Puerto Montt and surrounded by the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes as well as the impressive Llanquihue lake. In terms of landscape, accommodation and activities, Puerto Varas is well served! Kayak, paddle, canyoning, rock climbing, trekking, ski, fishing, you name it! If you decide to stop in that area, we recommend that you stay in Puerto Varas, as it provides the perfect starting point for many memorable excursions in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Chile, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Santiago.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHavana $65Puerto Varas $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Havana is $65, while the average daily cost in Puerto Varas is $109. 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 Havana and Puerto Varas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHavana $40Puerto Varas $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHavana $80Puerto Varas $134
Compare Hotels in Havana and Puerto Varas
Looking for a hotel in Havana or Puerto Varas? 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: Puerto Varas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Havana $19Puerto Varas $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride$0.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Varas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Varas:
- Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $21
- Transfer to Puerto Montt Airport: $22
- Transfer from Hotel in Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport: $24
- Transfer from Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Havana or Puerto Varas?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Varas and Havana 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 dayHavana $10Puerto Varas $25
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza$0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Havana $11Puerto Varas $19
Tours and Activities in Puerto Varas
Here are a few actual costs in Puerto Varas for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour Frutillar: $31
- Half day Frutillar and Llanquihue Town tour: $34
- Half-Day Tour to Frutillar and Llanquihue: $35
- Half day Osorno Volcano tour: $35
- Todos los Santos Lake and Villa Peulla Tour: $48
- Todos los Santos Lake and Villa Peulla Tour: $48
- From Osorno Volcano & Petrohue Falls Day Tour: $49
- Half-Day Small-Group Rafting Experience in Petrohué River: $52
- From Puerto Varas or Puerto Montt: Chiloé Island Tour: $60
- FullDay Chiloe Island Tour Castro and dalcahue: $62
- Full-Day Tour Chiloe Island: Castro and Dalcahue : $62
- Peulla Full Day Tour from Puerto Varas: $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHavana $5.76Puerto Varas $6.51
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito$0.15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Havana and Puerto Varas, we can see that Puerto Varas is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Havana is in Caribbean Islands and Puerto Varas 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Puerto Varas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto Varas than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Havana Expensive? and Is Puerto Varas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Havana or Puerto Varas?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Puerto Varas. When comparing the sizes of Havana and Puerto Varas, 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 Havana or Puerto Varas?
Puerto Varas has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Varas in the Summer?
Both Puerto Varas and Havana are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
In July, Havana is generally much warmer than Puerto Varasin January. Daily temperatures in Havana average around 27°C (81°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
In July, Havana usually receives less rain than Puerto Varasin January. Havana gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryHavana 27°C (81°F)Puerto Varas 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Varas in the Autumn?
Both Puerto Varas and Havana during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Havana is much warmer than Puerto Varas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Havana averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F)in April.
Puerto Varas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Havana usually gets less rain in October than Puerto Varasin April. Havana gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilHavana 25°C (77°F)Puerto Varas 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Varas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Havana and Puerto Varas. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
In the winter, Havana is much warmer than Puerto Varas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Havana in January average around 21°C (70°F), and Puerto Varas averages at about 7°C (45°F)in July.
Puerto Varas receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Havana usually receives less rain than Puerto Varasin July. Havana gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyHavana 21°C (70°F)Puerto Varas 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Havana or Puerto Varas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Havana as well as Puerto Varas. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Havana is generally much warmer than Puerto Varasin October. Daily temperatures in Havana average around 24°C (75°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Puerto Varas. Havana usually gets less rain in April than Puerto Varasin October. Havana gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberHavana 24°C (75°F)Puerto Varas 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Puerto Varas and Havana
| Havana | Puerto Varas | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 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.