A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Nottingham vs. Santiago for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Nottingham or Santiago?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Nottingham 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.

Where Should I go: Nottingham or Santiago?

Nottingham

Nottingham, England is located in the Eastern Midlands of England and it is one of the most popular destinations in the East Midlands and is commonly known as the "Queen of the Midlands". It is most widely known for its link to the popular legend of Robin Hood. Nottingham is one of the 10 most visited cities in England and has a historic past with settlements in the area dating back to pre-Roman times. Nottingham's economy was once mostly based on their Lace making factories and coal mining industries, though not much of these industries still remain in the area. The economy now has shifted more to the service industry and tourism and is a popular shopping destination.

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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Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Nottingham?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Nottingham Prices
    UK Prices
    Santiago Prices
    Chile Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Nottingham £143
    Santiago £112

The average daily cost (per person) in Nottingham is £143, while the average daily cost in Santiago is £112. 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 Nottingham and Santiago in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Nottingham £64
    Santiago £81
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Nottingham £128
    Santiago £162
Compare Hotels in Nottingham and Santiago

Looking for a hotel in Nottingham 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.

Hotels in Nottingham


Hotels in Santiago


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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: Nottingham Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Nottingham £21
    Santiago £4.02

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nottingham

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nottingham:

  • East Midlands Airport(EMA) to Nottingham-Arrival Private Transfer: $63
  • Nottingham to East Midlands Airport (EMA) - Departure Transfer: $63
  • East Midlands Airport EMA to Loughborough - Arrival Transfer: $84
  • Private Transfer from Glossop to Manchester Airport (MAN): $87
  • Private Nottingham Departure Transfer - Hotel / Accommodation to Airport: $110
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Nottingham - Round-Trip Transfer: $127
  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Loughborough - Round Trip Transfer: $167
  • Private Transfer from Derby to Manchester Airport (MAN): $210
  • Nottinghamshire to Manchester Airport (MAN) Luxury Transfers: $225
  • Private Transfer from Nottingham to Manchester Airport (MAN): $296

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:


  • Metro Ride
    £0.84

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:

  • Airport Transfer and Halfday City tour Santiago de Chile: $362
  • Airport Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Business Car: $87
  • Airport transfer between Santiago city center and Arturo Merino Benítez Airport: $51
  • Arrival Transfer from Santiago Airport SCL to Santiago de Chile: $80
  • City tour santiago with excursion to valparaiso and airport transfer: $150
  • Departure Transfer: Santiago to Airport SCL by Business Car: $87
  • From Viña Santa Rita Tour w/Transfer: $120
  • Luxury Airport Private Transfer SCL: $90
  • Maipo Valley Wine Tour, Concha y Toro, Private Transfer from Santiago: $262
  • Private Round Trip Transfer from Santiago Airport SCL to Santiago: $96
  • Private Round Trip Transfer on Santiago Of Chile City: $68
  • Private Santiago Visit Haras de Pirque Winery & Transfer Hotel: $300

Is it cheaper to fly into Nottingham or Santiago?

Prices for flights to both Santiago and Nottingham 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Nottingham £62
    Santiago £17

Typical Food Prices in Santiago

Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:


  • Empanada
    £1.40
  • Hamburger
    £1.86
  • Dinner
    £19

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.

  • Legacy Family Tour Lunch or Dinner Pairing 4 Strokes: $40
  • Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $82
  • 4-Hour Boozy Chilean Cooking Class in Santiago: $85
  • Bali Hai Dinner & Show, Transport and Wine refill: $106
  • Dinner Show in Bali Hai with Wine refill and transportation: $114
  • Private Dinner & Chilean Folk Show with Transfers: $116
  • Alyan Winery Sunset with Wine Tastings and Dinner: $117
  • Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $122
  • San Cristobal Hill Night Tour with Dinner Show: $129
  • Bali Hai Polynesian Dinner Show with Transfer: $130
  • Private Night City Tour with San Cristobal Hill And Dinner Show: $181
  • Santiago Chilean and Peruvian Cooking Class with a Local Carol: $184

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Nottingham £28
    Santiago £35

Tours and Activities in Nottingham

Here are a few actual costs in Nottingham for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Maid Marian and Robin Hood Quest Experience in Nottingham: $7.16
  • Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in Chesterfield by Operation City Quest: $11
  • Stamford Town Guided Tours: $14
  • Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am): $19
  • Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide: $20
  • Robin Hood Town Tour: $23
  • Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour: $27
  • Little John's Big Tour of Nottingham: $29
  • City Walking Tour & Exploration Game: $35
  • Abseil Experience - Millersdale Derbyshire Peak District: $48
  • Great British Classic Car Driving Experience : $74
  • Stamford Private Walking Tour: $75

Tours and Activities in Santiago

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:

  • Official Tour of the Metropolitan Cathedral of Santiago: $9.00
  • Santiago Cathedral's Bell Tower Official Tour: $9.00
  • Museo Chileno de Arte Precolombino Admission Ticket: $17
  • A historical tour of Santiago, Chile: $18
  • Cable Car Admission Ticket: $18
  • Santiago City Tour: Living History and Local Food Tasting: $20
  • Guided City Tour through the historic center of Santiago: $23
  • Private Guided Walking Tour of the City Center: $24
  • Yungay, Memory, Art, and Neighborhood Walking Tour: $25
  • Guided Walking Tour of the Historical Old Town: $25
  • A Fabulous Walking tour by the Old Santiago of Chile -small group: $25
  • Santiago : Highlights Walking Tour With A Guide: $26

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Nottingham £7.10
    Santiago £6.24

Sample the Local Flavors in Nottingham

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Nottingham:

  • DropWorks Rum Tour - Largest Premium Rum Distillery in Europe!: $34
  • Revival Rum Distillery Tour: Tasting and Bottle Included: $105
  • Private Half Day Stamford Pub Tour: $158
  • Nottingham Private Historic Pub Tour with Drinks: $218

Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago

Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
  • Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $60
  • Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $63
  • Undurraga Wine tour: $70
  • Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $70
  • Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $79
  • Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with wine tasting in Casablanca: $79
  • Inca Lagoon and Vineyard Visit with Wine Tasting: $80
  • Half Day Trip to Cousiño Macul Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
  • Half Day Trip to Concha y Toro Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
  • Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago.: $89
  • Kross Brewery Tour: A Craft Beer Tasting Experience: $93


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nottingham and Santiago, we can see that Nottingham is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nottingham 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 Nottingham would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nottingham 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 Nottingham Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Nottingham or Santiago?

Santiago has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Nottingham. When comparing the sizes of Nottingham 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 Nottingham 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 Nottingham has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].

Should I visit Nottingham or Santiago in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Nottingham and Santiago. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Nottingham this time of year.

In the summer, Nottingham is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the summer temperatures in Nottingham in July average around 16°C (62°F), and Santiago averages at about 21°C (70°F)in January.

In July, Nottingham usually receives more rain than Santiagoin January. Nottingham gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July and January
    Nottingham 16°C (62°F) 
    Santiago 21°C (70°F)

Should I visit Nottingham or Santiago in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Nottingham as well as Santiago. Many travelers come to Nottingham for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.

In October, Nottingham is generally cooler than Santiagoin April. Daily temperatures in Nottingham average around 11°C (52°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).

Nottingham usually gets more rain in October than Santiagoin April. Nottingham gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October and April
    Nottingham 11°C (52°F) 
    Santiago 15°C (59°F)

Should I visit Nottingham or Santiago in the Winter?

Both Santiago and Nottingham are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Nottingham in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Nottingham can get quite cold in the winter. Nottingham is much colder than Santiago in the winter. The daily temperature in Nottingham averages around 4°C (39°F) in January, and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F)in July.

In January, Nottingham usually receives less rain than Santiagoin July. Nottingham gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January and July
    Nottingham 4°C (39°F) 
    Santiago 9°C (48°F)

Should I visit Nottingham or Santiago in the Spring?

Both Santiago and Nottingham during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Nottingham for the activities around the city during these months.

In the spring, Nottingham is much colder than Santiago. Typically, the spring temperatures in Nottingham in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in October.

Nottingham usually gets more rain in April than Santiagoin October. Nottingham gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April and October
    Nottingham 8°C (46°F) 
    Santiago 15°C (59°F)

Typical Weather for Santiago and Nottingham

Nottingham Santiago
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 4°C (39°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 21°C (70°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Mar 6°C (43°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (59°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
May 11°C (53°F) 50 mm (2 in) 12°C (54°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Jun 15°C (58°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 9°C (48°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Jul 16°C (62°F) 51 mm (2 in) 9°C (48°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Aug 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 10°C (50°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 12°C (54°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Oct 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (59°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Nov 7°C (44°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Dec 5°C (40°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 20°C (68°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)