Which place is cheaper, Temuco or Liberia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Liberia or Temuco?
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 Liberia and Temuco. 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: Liberia or Temuco?
Liberia
Liberia is a town in northwestern Costa Rica. It is the capital of the Guanacaste province, which is about 140 miles away from Costa Rica's capital, San Jose. The town has a population of about 56,000 and is one of the tourism centers of the country.
Temuco
Temuco is a large and modern city found 680 km south of Santiago. While the city is dynamic, it does not have any particular charm with the exception of being a great point of departure for many excursions around the lake region and the many national parks found in the surrounding area. Temuco is also well known for its Mapuche culture, a proud and rebellious community of around 20 000 in the area today, who has fought continuously against every invaders in the past.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Costa Rica, The Best Eco Tours in Costa Rica, The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Chile, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLiberia $112Temuco $80
The average daily cost (per person) in Liberia is $112, while the average daily cost in Temuco is $80. 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 Liberia and Temuco in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLiberia $60Temuco $44
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLiberia $120Temuco $88
Compare Hotels in Liberia and Temuco
Looking for a hotel in Liberia or Temuco? 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: Liberia Hotel Prices and Temuco Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Liberia $43Temuco $23
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Liberia
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Liberia are as follows:
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Bike Rental$25
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Liberia
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Liberia:
- Transfer Dreams Las Mareas from Airports ROUND TRIP: $300
- Private Transfer From Liberia Airport To Santa Teresa: $300
- Punta Islita Hotel to/from Liberia Airport - Shuttle & Transfers Service: $279
- Liberia Airport (LIR)to Malpais / Montezuma - Raund-Trip Transfer: $272
- Private Transfer from Liberia Airport to Nosara: $250
- Private Transfer From Liberia Airport To Dreams Las Mareas: $245
- One-Way Private Transfer from Liberia Guanacaste Airport to La Fortuna (Arenal): $241
- Transfer Service From Liberia Airport To Dreams Las Mareas, Costa Rica: $240
- Private Transfer from Liberia Airport (LIR) to Arenal / La Fortuna : $232
- Transfers Tamarindo Diria or Occidental Tamarindo, Round Trip.: $230
- Private Transfer Service From Liberia Airport To Dreams Las Mareas - Costa Rica: $215
- Private Transfer Ato Lir - JW Marriott Standar: $210
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Temuco
Also for Temuco, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfers from or to Temuco - Araucanía Airport: $35
- Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pucon Resorts - Arrival Private Transfer: $49
- Transfer Araucanía Airport - Temuco: $50
- Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pucon Thermal Resorts-Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Transfer from Temuco Airport to Pucon: $140
Is it cheaper to fly into Liberia or Temuco?
Prices for flights to both Temuco and Liberia 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 dayLiberia $21Temuco $22
Typical Food Prices in Liberia
Some typical examples of dining costs in Liberia are as follows:
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Snacks$1.97
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Lunch at The Shack (for 1)$4.95
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Lunch$11
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Coffee & Tres Leches (for 2)$14
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Ginger Ale$1.28
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Liberia
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Liberia.
- 2-Hour Cooking Class in Nosara : $65
- Private Local Cooking Class in Nosara: $85
- Private Sunset Dinner at the Beach with Chef : $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Liberia $25Temuco $7.85
Tours and Activities in Liberia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Liberia are as follows:
- ATV Tour Guanacaste the Beach Excursion & Trail: $110
- Llanos de Cortez Safari and Waterfall Tour: $190
- Mega Combo Adventure: $195
- Nicaragua one day tour from Costa Rica, Discover it: $250
- (Private) La Leona Waterfall Adventure Hike: $41
- 2 Hour ATV Private Tour in Costa Rica: $81
- 2 In 1 Jet Sky & Buggy Private Tour: $300
- 2-Hours UTV Tour: $110
- 3 Hour ATV Adventure Tour in El Jobo: $130
- 4 Tours in 1 Action Package - Playa del Coco area: $170
- 5 in 1 sloth, Rainforest, waterfalls, hanging bridges, volcanic activity tour.: $285
- 6 Hours Guanacaste Cultural and Local Farm Experience: $77
Tours and Activities in Temuco
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Temuco.
- Tour Mapuche Community Araucanía: $582
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLiberia $13Temuco $5.13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Liberia and Temuco, we can see that Liberia is more expensive. And not only is Temuco much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Liberia is in Central America and Temuco 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 Temuco would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Temuco 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 Liberia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Liberia than you might in Temuco.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Liberia Expensive? and Is Temuco Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Liberia or Temuco?
Temuco has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Liberia. When comparing the sizes of Liberia and Temuco, 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 Liberia or Temuco?
Temuco has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Liberia experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Liberia or Temuco in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Liberia as well as Temuco. Liberia attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In July, Liberia is generally much warmer than Temucoin January. Daily temperatures in Liberia average around 28°C (82°F), and Temuco fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Temuco. In the summer, Liberia often gets less sunshine than Temucoin January. Liberia gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Temuco receives 290 hours of full sun.
Liberia receives a lot of rain in the summer. Liberia usually gets more rain in July than Temucoin January. Liberia gets 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain, while Temuco receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryLiberia 28°C (82°F)Temuco 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Liberia or Temuco in the Autumn?
Both Temuco and Liberia are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Liberia throughout the year.
Liberia is much warmer than Temuco in the autumn. The daily temperature in Liberia averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Temuco fluctuates around 12°C (53°F)in April.
Liberia usually receives more sunshine than Temuco during autumn. Liberia gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Temuco receives 150 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Liberia. In October, Liberia usually receives more rain than Temucoin April. Liberia gets 254 mm (10 in) of rain, while Temuco receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn. The dry season in Liberia is December to April. The rainy season in Liberia is April to December.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilLiberia 27°C (81°F)Temuco 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Liberia or Temuco in the Winter?
Both Temuco and Liberia during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Liberia because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the winter, Liberia is much warmer than Temuco. Typically, the winter temperatures in Liberia in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Temuco averages at about 8°C (46°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Liberia. In the winter, Liberia often gets more sunshine than Temucoin July. Liberia gets 264 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Temuco receives 78 hours of full sun.
Temuco gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Liberia usually gets less rain in January than Temucoin July. Liberia gets 8 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Temuco receives 169 mm (6.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyLiberia 27°C (81°F)Temuco 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Liberia or Temuco in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Liberia and Temuco. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Liberia year-round.
In April, Liberia is generally much warmer than Temucoin October. Daily temperatures in Liberia average around 29°C (85°F), and Temuco fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In Liberia, it's very sunny this time of the year. Liberia usually receives more sunshine than Temuco during spring. Liberia gets 255 hours of sunny skies, while Temuco receives 193 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Liberia usually receives less rain than Temucoin October. Liberia gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Temuco receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring. December to April in Liberia is the dry season. Also, April to December is the rainy season in Liberia.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberLiberia 29°C (85°F)Temuco 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Temuco and Liberia
| Liberia | Temuco | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 28°C (83°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 29°C (85°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 29°C (83°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jun | 28°C (82°F) | 226 mm (8.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 26°C (79°F) | 289 mm (11.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Sep | 28°C (82°F) | 328 mm (12.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (81°F) | 254 mm (10 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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