Which place is cheaper, Lima or Le Mans?
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 Le Mans or Lima?
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 Le Mans and Lima can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Le Mans or Lima?
Le Mans
Le Mans is a city in France, on the Sarthe River. Le Mans is found about 80 kilometers north of Tours, and south of Alencon. To many of course, Le Mans is famous only for a 24 hour racing event once a year. If you are not interested in cars and car racing, it is best to avoid visiting Le Mans in the middle of June. However, Le Mans also has a fantastic old town and is well worth the visit. Known as the Cite Plantagenet, this is where in 1129 Geoffrey Plantagenet married Matilda, daughter of Henry I of England and gave birth to Henry II.
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 Adventure Tours to France, The Best Sightseeing Tours in France, 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 dayLe Mans €103Lima €81
The average daily cost (per person) in Le Mans is €103, 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 Le Mans and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLe Mans €37Lima €44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLe Mans €74Lima €88
Compare Hotels in Le Mans and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Le Mans 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: Le Mans Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Le Mans €30Lima €5.16
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:
- Direct Private Transfer From Lima to Paracas, English Speaking Driver: $269
- Private Transfer From Lima To Huacachina With 2 Stops: $263
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Jorge Chávez (LIM) Airport to Lima: $59
- Larco Museum Complete Guided Tour with Transfers (Small Group): $55
- Lima Airport (LIM) to Miraflores - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $48
- Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima J Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $43
- Lima Airport Transfers by SUV/Van: $43
- Assistance - Transfer Cusco Airport to Hotel & Viceversa: $40
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Private Lima Airport Transfer - Minivan 24hrs: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Le Mans or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Le Mans 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 dayLe Mans €47Lima €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.Le Mans €15Lima €7.79
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:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLe Mans €12Lima €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 Le Mans and Lima, we can see that Le Mans is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Le Mans 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 Le Mans would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Le Mans 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 Le Mans Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Le Mans or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Le Mans. When comparing the sizes of Le Mans 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 Le Mans or Lima?
Le Mans 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 Le Mans or Lima in the Summer?
Both Lima and Le Mans during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Le Mans in the summer for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Le Mans is around the same temperature as Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Le Mans averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
It's quite sunny in Le Mans. In the summer, Le Mans often gets more sunshine than Lima. Le Mans gets 231 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Le Mans usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Le Mans gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLe Mans 19°C (66°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Le Mans or Lima in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Le Mans and Lima. Most visitors come to Le Mans for the small town atmosphere during these months. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Le Mans is much colder than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Le Mans in October average around 13°C (55°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F).
Le Mans usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Le Mans gets 117 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Le Mans usually receives more rain than Lima. Le Mans gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLe Mans 13°C (55°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Le Mans or Lima in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Le Mans as well as Lima. The winter months attract visitors to Le Mans because of the museums and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
The weather in Le Mans can be very cold. In January, Le Mans is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Le Mans average around 5°C (40°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Le Mans often gets less sunshine than Lima. Le Mans gets 54 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Le Mans usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Le Mans gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLe Mans 5°C (40°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Le Mans or Lima in the Spring?
Both Lima and Le Mans are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The small town charm are the main draw to Le Mans this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Le Mans is much colder than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Le Mans averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Le Mans usually receives less sunshine than Lima during spring. Le Mans gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Le Mans usually receives more rain than Lima. Le Mans gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLe Mans 10°C (50°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Le Mans
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (40°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 5°C (42°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (46°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (65°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (61°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (46°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (42°F) | 75 mm (3 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.