Which place is cheaper, Lima or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem 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: Jerusalem or Lima?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
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 Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, 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 dayJerusalem $108Lima $76
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, while the average daily cost in Lima is $76. 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 Jerusalem and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Lima $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Lima $98
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Lima $5.67
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.17
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.37
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Taxi Ride$5.37
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Short Taxi Ride$4.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Lima Airport to Miraflores: $5.00
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.00
- Lima Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Miraflores: $5.63
- Lima Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Lima city center: $6.00
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chavez Airport to Hotels in Lima: $13
- LIMA AIRPORT SHUTTLE - Shared Transfer: $13
- 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
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport to Hotel by Aludy Travel: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $32Lima $17
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.69
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Watermelon$4.04
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.69
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Bagels$8.07
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Lunch for 2$15
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Snacks$5.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.30
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Ice cream$3.49
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Coffee$2.95
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Donut$0.94
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.Jerusalem $8.55Lima $8.57
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$34
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- In The Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour - Dguide Self Guiding App: $7.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
- Independent graffiti tour in Jerusalem at your own time and pace: $22
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Old City Shabbat Experience and Walking Tour: $28
- Guided Walking Tour of the Old City: $30
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour : $30
- Guided Shabbat Experience in Jerusalem: $30
- Old City Highlights Tour: $39
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$2.28
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
- Peru's Best Bike Experience since 2014 - 4 Hours Hire: $9.90
- Customize your trip to Peru with Lima Experience: $12
- bike tour: $12
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $13
- Beach tour and surfboards for rent in Lima, Peru: $14
- Barranco Street Art Tour: $17
- Party tour Fridays Barranco / Saturdays Miraflores: $18
- Private Beach Guided Bike Tour in Lima : $19
- Private Tour with guide in Museo de Arte de Lima - MALI: $20
- Guided Walking Tour in Barranco: $20
- Lima Downtown Tour from Miraflores in 3 hrs: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Lima $5.57
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.84
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$7.23
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Beer$4.03
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Cocktail$3.22
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 Jerusalem and Lima, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem 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 Jerusalem or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Lima. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Jerusalem. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
Jerusalem is a little warmer than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Jerusalem during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in October than Lima. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
It's quite sunny in Jerusalem. In the autumn, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Lima. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
In the autumn, Jerusalem is around the same temperature as Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jerusalem in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Lima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Lima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives more rain than Lima. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Jerusalem usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lima during winter. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Jerusalem is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 8°C (46°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Lima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Lima. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in April than Lima. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 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 Jerusalem this time of the year. In the spring, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Lima. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem is cooler than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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