Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Manchester?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Manchester or Santiago?
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 Manchester and Santiago can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manchester or Santiago?
Manchester
Located in the heart of Northern England, Manchester is the unofficial Capital of the North. Though it dates back as a Roman city, the city boomed in growth during the Industrial Revolution in textiles, and is today one of the most-visited cities in England by overseas travelers.
Santiago
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.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManchester £184Santiago £114
The average daily cost (per person) in Manchester is £184, while the average daily cost in Santiago is £114. 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 Manchester and Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManchester £71Santiago £88
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManchester £142Santiago £176
Compare Hotels in Manchester and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in Manchester or Santiago? 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: Manchester Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manchester £19Santiago £4.37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Manchester
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Manchester are as follows:
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Rail to Airport£11
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Parking in Manchester£3.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manchester
Also for Manchester, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1-Wsy Airport Bus Transfer to/from Leeds: $6.89
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from London: $8.16
- Southampton Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Manchester: $8.16
- Manchester Airport to Lake District Ski Club - Arrival Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Alderley Edge: $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Stockport: $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Adlington (Macclesfield): $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Eccles: $57
- Private Transfer from Partington to Manchester Airport (MAN): $57
- Private Transfer from Cadishead to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
- Private Transfer from Salford to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
- Private Transfer from Salford Quays to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
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Metro Ride£0.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Private Scenic Transfer to Mendoza.: $539
- Pick up Santiago Visit Haras de Pirque Winery & Transfer Hotel: $300
- Visit Montes Winery (7th World Best Wine) & Transfer to Hotel: $300
- Private Transfer from Santiago or Santiago Airport to Colchagua or Santa Cruz: $300
- Private Transfer from Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport to Valparaíso: $273
- from Santiago airport private arrival transfer to the Valparaiso pier: $251
- Transfer To Valle Nevado Private for small groups: $250
- Private Transfer from Santiago Airport to Valparaíso,Viña del Mar or San Antonio: $250
- Transfer Santiago to Cruise Port in Valparaiso or San Antonio: $250
- Private Transfer from Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport to Viña del Mar: $237
- City Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $234
- Transfer Santiago - Valparaíso: $210
Is it cheaper to fly into Manchester or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago and Manchester 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 dayManchester £55Santiago £11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manchester
For Manchester, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Pistachio LOVERS Italian Dinner Experience: $44
- Manchester Food Tour with a Local Guide: $94
- Half-Day Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: $95
- 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch : $95
- Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $199
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada£1.52
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Hamburger£2.02
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Dinner£21
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Traditional Chilean Show with Dinner and Private Transportation in Santiago: $107
- Traditional Dinner Show in Santiago: $107
- Dinner Show in Bali Hai: $109
- Sunset at Alyan Family Wines Winery with Dinner: $116
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $117
- Small-Group Night City Tour: San Cristobal Hill and Dinner Show: $120
- 4-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner and Show: $150
- Private Dinner and Show with Transfers: $158
- Traditional Chilean Cooking Class with a Local in Her Santiago Countryside Home: $168
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manchester £30Santiago £38
Tours and Activities in Manchester
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Manchester.
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.37
- Manchester City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.38
- Manchester’s Rebirth and Renewal: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- England's First Industrial City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Private Manchester Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $13
- Salford Quays Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Canal & River Cruise: $15
- City River Tour: $15
- LGBT+ Manchester Walking Tour: $17
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- Experience Wildlife Encounter in Provincia Mountain of Chile.: $235
- Private Adventure at 4200 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes Cerro Pintor: $300
- 4 Hour Santa Rita Winery All inclusive Tour for Wine Lover: $269
- A Private Tour of Valparaiso with an experienced local guide.: $195
- Adventure and Viewpoints in Cajón del Maipo: $255
- Andean Horse Ride Yerba Loca Sanctuary - Private tour from Santiago: $240
- Andes Day Lagoon: Embalse El Yeso Tour from Santiago: $120
- Andes Day Volcano 8k Private Tour : $230
- Andes Half-Day Private Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting: $190
- Andes Sunset: shared tour with Asado in the mountain: $90
- Andes Whitewater Rafting Adventure plus Winery Tour and Tasting: $199
- Authentic Andes Adventure: Private Horse Riding and Cheese & Wine: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayManchester £9.90Santiago £6.78
Sample the Local Flavors in Manchester
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Manchester:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $48
- Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester's best bars: $102
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Premium Wine Tour in Viña Cousiño Macul Spanish official: $37
- Concha y Toro Ticket and Tour with Wine Tasting: $50
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $50
- Undurraga Wine tour: $63
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $70
- Private Tour: Santa Rita Vineyard with Wine Tastings: $72
- From Concha y Toro Marqués Half-Day Wine Tasting: $89
- half day wine tour to concha y toro from Santiago seasonal offer: $95
- From Maipo Valley Wine Tour: $99
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago.: $99
- Private Tour: Viña del Mar and Valparaíso Tour with Wine Tasting in Casablanca Valley: $143
- Colchagua Premium Wine Tour from Santiago: $145
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manchester and Santiago, we can see that Manchester is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Manchester is in Europe 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 Santiago would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Santiago 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 Manchester would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manchester than you might in Santiago.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manchester Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manchester or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Manchester. When comparing the sizes of Manchester 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.
When is the best time to visit Manchester or Santiago?
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 Manchester has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Manchester or Santiago in the Summer?
Both Santiago and Manchester during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Manchester in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Manchester is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the summer temperatures in Manchester in July average around 16°C (62°F), and Santiago averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.
Manchester usually gets more rain in July than Santiagoin January. Manchester gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryManchester 16°C (62°F)Santiago 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Santiago in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manchester and Santiago. Most visitors come to Manchester for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In October, Manchester is generally cooler than Santiagoin April. Daily temperatures in Manchester average around 11°C (52°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
In October, Manchester usually receives more rain than Santiagoin April. Manchester gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilManchester 11°C (52°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Santiago in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manchester as well as Santiago. The winter months attract visitors to Manchester because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Manchester can be very cold. Manchester is much colder than Santiago in the winter. The daily temperature in Manchester averages around 4°C (39°F) in January, and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F)in July.
Manchester usually gets less rain in January than Santiagoin July. Manchester gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyManchester 4°C (39°F)Santiago 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Santiago in the Spring?
Both Santiago and Manchester are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city are the main draw to Manchester this time of year.
In the spring, Manchester is much colder than Santiago. Typically, the spring temperatures in Manchester in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in October.
In April, Manchester usually receives more rain than Santiagoin October. Manchester gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberManchester 8°C (46°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Santiago and Manchester
| Manchester | Santiago | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
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