Which place is cheaper, Lima or Isla de Ometepe?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Isla de Ometepe or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Isla de Ometepe 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: Isla de Ometepe or Lima?
Isla de Ometepe
Ometepe is a dramatically beautiful island in Lake Nicaragua in the country of Nicaragua. The island is the largest in the lake and is formed by two dramatic twin volcanoes that climb high from the water's surface. The two volcanoes are Concepcion and Maderas, and they are joined by an isthmus to make one island with an area of 276 square kilometers. The island is 31 kilometers long and between 5 and 10 kilometers wide. There are several small settlements on the island as well as a few coffee plantations. It is also one of the top sights in the country and makes for a unique travel destination.
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 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIsla de Ometepe $34Lima $77
The average daily cost (per person) in Isla de Ometepe is $34, while the average daily cost in Lima is $77. 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 Isla de Ometepe and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIsla de Ometepe $13Lima $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIsla de Ometepe $26Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Isla de Ometepe and Lima
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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: Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Isla de Ometepe $11Lima $5.73
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.43
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Taxi Ride$5.43
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Short Taxi Ride$4.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Lima Airport to Miraflores: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Lima Airport to Miraflores Kennedy Park: $5.00
- Lima Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Miraflores: $5.63
- Lima Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Lima city center: $6.00
- Private transfers from Lima Airport or to Lima Airport: $17
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Transfer from Lima city to the airport: $18
- Taxi transfers from and to the Lima Airport and Paracas Ica: $20
- Miraflores City to Lima Airport(LIM) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Jorge Chavez International Airport: Private Transfer: $25
Is it cheaper to fly into Isla de Ometepe or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Isla de Ometepe 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 dayIsla de Ometepe $13Lima $18
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.34
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Ice cream$3.53
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Coffee$2.99
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Donut$0.95
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
- Lima Street Food Tour: $40
- Lima Food Tour: $45
- Cooking Workshop and Water Circuit Tour: $45
- Lima Street Food Tour: $45
- Street Food Tour in Miraflores District: $45
- Barranco Tour with Dinner: $47
- Bohemian tour of Barranco with Dinner: $47
- Private Cooking Class With a Local Family in Lima: $48
- Lima Night Food Tour: $48
- Lima Market Food Tour: $52
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Isla de Ometepe $13Lima $8.66
Tours and Activities in Isla de Ometepe
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Isla de Ometepe are as follows:
- A great tour day for the ISLAND OF OMETEPE.: $80
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)$16
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Movie Tickets$2.31
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Free Walking Tour of Lima: $2.00
- Customize your trip to Peru with Lima Experience: $12
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $13
- Skip the Line: Peruvian Regional Dances Ticket: $14
- Barranco Street Art Tour: $17
- Party tour Fridays Barranco / Saturdays Miraflores: $18
- Private Tour with guide in Museo de Arte de Lima - MALI: $20
- Guided and Private Bike Tour of Lima: $20
- Guided Walking Tour in Barranco: $20
- Lima Downtown Tour from Miraflores in 3 hrs: $21
- Historic Center Walking Tour with Pisco Sour Tasting: $25
- Costa Verde Express Tour: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIsla de Ometepe $8.85Lima $5.63
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$7.30
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Beer$4.07
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Cocktail$3.26
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Gin and Rum Distillery Tour: $12
- Exclusive Pub Crawl with 10+ benefits: $18
- Party Tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl and Drinks: $18
- Party tour in Miraflores with Bar Crawl Lima: $20
- Pub Crawl in Lima: $25
- Local Wine Tour: $50
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Oasis + Wine Tour !! The best price: $226
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Isla de Ometepe and Lima, we can see that Lima is more expensive. And not only is Isla de Ometepe much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Isla de Ometepe is in Central America 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 Isla de Ometepe would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Isla de Ometepe 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 Lima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lima than you might in Isla de Ometepe.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Isla de Ometepe Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Isla de Ometepe or Lima?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Isla de Ometepe or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Isla de Ometepe are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Isla de Ometepe throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Isla de Ometepe. In July, Isla de Ometepe usually receives more rain than Lima. Isla de Ometepe gets 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Isla de Ometepe usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Isla de Ometepe gets 175 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
Isla de Ometepe is much warmer than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Isla de Ometepe averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIsla de Ometepe 27°C (81°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Isla de Ometepe or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Isla de Ometepe during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Isla de Ometepe because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Isla de Ometepe. Isla de Ometepe usually gets more rain in October than Lima. Isla de Ometepe gets 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Isla de Ometepe often gets more sunshine than Lima. Isla de Ometepe gets 195 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Isla de Ometepe is a little warmer than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Isla de Ometepe in October average around 27°C (81°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIsla de Ometepe 27°C (81°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Isla de Ometepe or Lima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Isla de Ometepe and Lima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Isla de Ometepe year-round. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Isla de Ometepe usually receives around the same amount of rain as Lima. Isla de Ometepe gets 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In Isla de Ometepe, it's very sunny this time of the year. Isla de Ometepe usually receives more sunshine than Lima during winter. Isla de Ometepe gets 244 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Isla de Ometepe is generally a little warmer than Lima. Daily temperatures in Isla de Ometepe average around 26°C (79°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIsla de Ometepe 26°C (79°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Isla de Ometepe or Lima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Isla de Ometepe as well as Lima. Isla de Ometepe attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Isla de Ometepe usually gets more rain in April than Lima. Isla de Ometepe gets 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Isla de Ometepe this time of the year. In the spring, Isla de Ometepe often gets more sunshine than Lima. Isla de Ometepe gets 242 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
Isla de Ometepe is a little warmer than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Isla de Ometepe averages around 29°C (84°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIsla de Ometepe 29°C (84°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Isla de Ometepe
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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