Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Kyoto?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kyoto and Santiago can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Kyoto is a larger city of Japan, though it is very much set in the old ways. With quiet temples, sublime gardens, colorful shrines, and geisha walking amidst a city surrounded by stunning mountains, Kyoto feels like a world of another time and place. True to ancient Japanese tradition, most aspects of daily life are tied closely with the changing of the seasons.
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 The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kyoto is $96, while the average daily cost in Santiago is $143. 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 Kyoto and Santiago in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kyoto:
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kyoto.
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
Here are a few actual costs in Kyoto for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
Also in Kyoto, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kyoto and Santiago, we can see that Santiago is more expensive. And not only is Kyoto much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kyoto is in Asia 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 Kyoto would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kyoto 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 Santiago would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santiago than you might in Kyoto.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kyoto Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Kyoto. When comparing the sizes of Kyoto 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.
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 Kyoto has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kyoto and Santiago. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kyoto this time of year.
Kyoto is a little warmer than Santiago in the summer. The daily temperature in Kyoto averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F)in January.
Kyoto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Kyoto usually receives more rain than Santiagoin January. Kyoto gets 236 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Kyoto as well as Santiago. Many travelers come to Kyoto for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Kyoto is a little warmer than Santiago. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kyoto in October average around 18°C (64°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in April.
Kyoto receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Kyoto usually gets more rain in October than Santiagoin April. Kyoto gets 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Santiago and Kyoto are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Kyoto in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Kyoto can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kyoto is generally much colder than Santiagoin July. Daily temperatures in Kyoto average around 5°C (40°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In January, Kyoto usually receives less rain than Santiagoin July. Kyoto gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Santiago and Kyoto during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Kyoto for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.
Kyoto is around the same temperature as Santiago in the spring. The daily temperature in Kyoto averages around 14°C (58°F) in April, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in October.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kyoto. Kyoto usually gets more rain in April than Santiagoin October. Kyoto gets 153 mm (6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Feb | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Apr | 14°C (58°F) | 153 mm (6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
May | 19°C (67°F) | 154 mm (6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 251 mm (9.9 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
Aug | 29°C (83°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Sep | 24°C (75°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
Oct | 18°C (64°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |