Which place is cheaper, Lima or Kaunas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Kaunas or Lima?
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 Kaunas and Lima. 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: Kaunas or Lima?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
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 Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Kaunas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €118Lima €81
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €118, while the average daily cost in Lima is €81. 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 Kaunas and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Lima €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Lima €88
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17Lima €5.16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $60
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $68
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Taxi Ride€4.88
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Short Taxi Ride€3.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.95
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.95
- LIMA AIRPORT SHUTTLE - Shared Transfer: $13
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Private Transfer to Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima City Center: $16
- Private Transfer from Lima Airport (LIM) to Callao Port: $17
- Private Transfer from Lima City Hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $17
- Private Airport Transfer to Miraflores San Isidro and Barranco: $18
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Callao Cruise Port to Lima Hotels: $18
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €60Lima €27
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two€3.91
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Ice cream€3.17
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Coffee€2.69
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Donut€0.85
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Lima €7.79
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $54
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $60
- 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $69
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $70
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $84
- Tours in Kaunas Old Town: $100
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $117
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $119
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $176
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Private Ghost Tour: $243
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $243
- Old Town Private Ghost Tour: $477
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)€15
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Movie Tickets€2.07
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Beach tour and surfboards for rent in Lima, Peru: $14
- Lima City Tour with Baby Alpaca Class and Pisco Tasting: $16
- Skip the Line: Larco Museum Admission Ticket: $18
- Miraflores and Barranco Private Bike Tour: $19
- Private Bike Tour in Lima: $19
- Bike Tour Lima: $19
- Water Magic Circuit Lima Night Tour by Panoramic Bus: $20
- Tour in Lima with Visit to the Catacombs of San Francisco: $20
- Bohemian and artistic ravine walking tour: $22
- Lima Half-Day City Walking Tour (Small Groups): $24
- Pisco Sour experience with mini causitas at República del Pisco: $25
- Guided Walking Tour in Barranco: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Lima €5.07
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€6.57
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Beer€3.66
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Cocktail€2.93
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Lima, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas 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 Kaunas Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas 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 Kaunas or Lima?
Kaunas 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 Kaunas or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the summer, Kaunas is around the same temperature as Lima. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kaunas in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Lima averages at about 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kaunas. Kaunas usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Lima. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Kaunas during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
In October, Kaunas is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 8°C (46°F), and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In the autumn, Kaunas often gets more sunshine than Lima. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in October than Lima. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Lima in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Lima. Many travelers come to Kaunas for the shopping scene and the cuisine. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kaunas. Kaunas is much colder than Lima in the winter. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Lima during winter. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Lima. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Lima in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Lima. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the spring for the activities around the city. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In the spring, Kaunas is much colder than Lima. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kaunas in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Lima averages at about 22°C (72°F).
In the spring, Kaunas often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lima. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets more rain in April than Lima. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 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.