Which place is cheaper, Arequipa or Oslo?
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 Oslo or Arequipa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Oslo or Arequipa, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Oslo or Arequipa?
Oslo
Oslo is not only the largest city in Norway, and also its capital. It also holds the title as the most expensive city in the world. Oslo is a unique capital city in that its boundaries include much forest and wildlife. The city itself is nestled in an amphitheater type setting. The city's core is in the bottom by the fjord, and the residential areas stretch uphill away from the downtown area.
Arequipa
Sitting in the middle of the Misti, Chachani and PichuPichu volcanoes of Peru is the enchanting city of Arequipa. With 468 years of history, the city is full of Spanish colonial architecture. Known to locals as the "white city," the city center, Plaza de Armas, is quite the sight with buildings of sillar white stone made from the rocks of the surrounding volcanoes.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Polar Tours & Cruises in Norway, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Norway, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Peru, and The Best Cultural Tours in Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOslo $153Arequipa $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Oslo is $153, while the average daily cost in Arequipa is $62. 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 Oslo and Arequipa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOslo $75Arequipa $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOslo $150Arequipa $50
Compare Hotels in Oslo and Arequipa
Looking for a hotel in Oslo or Arequipa? 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: Oslo Hotel Prices and Arequipa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Oslo $21Arequipa $6.53
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oslo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Oslo are as follows:
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Tram Ticket$7.36
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oslo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oslo:
- Airport & City Transfers in Trondheim: $140
- Arrival Transfer: Oslo Airport OSL to Oslo by Business Van: $267
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo City to Oslo Airport OSL by Luxury Van: $174
- Departure Private Transfer from Oslo to Oslo Airport OSL by Business Car: $126
- Oslo Airport Transfers City Transfers and Disposal Services: $52
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo Airport (OSL) - Departure Private Transfer: $134
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $70
- Oslo Cruise Port to Oslo hotels- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $140
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo - Arrival Private Transfer: $134
- Oslo Gardermoen Airport (OSL) to Oslo Round-Trip Private Transfer: $268
- Oslo Private Airport/Hotel Transfer Service || English Speaking: $152
- Oslo hotels to Oslo Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Arequipa
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Arequipa are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$1.47
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Bus Ride$0.47
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Taxi Ride$1.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Arequipa
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arequipa:
- Arequipa Airport Arrival Transfer: $13
- Private Transfer from Alfredo Rodríguez Ballón Airport to Hotel: $20
- transfer Airport - Hotel: $21
- Arequipa Airport Departure Transfer: $22
- Arequipa Airport (AQP) Private Transfer to Arequipa City: $23
- Arequipa Bus Station Arrival Transfer: $37
- Private Transfer from Arequipa to Alfredo Rodríguez Ballón (AQP) Airport: $37
- Arequipa Airport Private Transfer: $38
- Full Day Tour to Colca including Transfer to Puno: $60
- Colca Canyon Day Trip with Transfer to Puno: $65
- Koh Lanta any hotel to Krabi airport Private transfer: $78
- Colca Canyon full day tour with transfer to Puno: $80
Is it cheaper to fly into Oslo or Arequipa?
Prices for flights to both Arequipa and Oslo 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 dayOslo $53Arequipa $26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oslo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oslo.
- Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship: $80
- Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $158
- Oslo Guided Food Tour with 5 Food Tastings and a Secret Dish: $163
- Norwegian Food Tour & Hidden Gems City Walk: $186
Typical Food Prices in Arequipa
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Arequipa:
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Coke$0.44
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Lunch$3.09
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Ice Cream$1.18
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Fruit$0.88
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Ice Cream$1.03
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Arequipa
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Arequipa.
- Peruvian Cooking Experience in Arequipa: $35
- Cooking Class at La Plantation: $36
- Peruvian Cooking Class in arequipa: $50
- Peruvian Cooking Class: $63
- Arequipa Food Tour: Ancestral Cuisine & City Tour: $79
- Arequipa Food Tour Experience: $115
- Food Tour Gastronomic Guided: $119
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Oslo $15Arequipa $20
Tours and Activities in Oslo
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Oslo are as follows:
- Downtown Self-Guided Highlights and History Audio Tour: $5.00
- Free Tour of Oslo in Spanish : Local History and Culture: $5.83
- Digging up the Past in Røros: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.99
- A Self-Guided Tour of Oslo's Waterfront: $9.99
- Central Oslo Guided Walking Tour with Local Guide: $16
- The Fram Museum Admission Ticket: $19
- FLOP museum Admission Ticket in Oslo: $21
- The Best of Tour + Local Secrets Guide: $26
- Best of Oslo Guided Walking Tour: $37
- City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $42
- Oslo Shore Excursion: City Sightseeing Oslo Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $42
- The Grand Oslo Ride: E-bike Experience: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Arequipa
Here are a few typical costs in Arequipa for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Monastery Entry$2.94
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Salsa Class$2.94
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Movie Ticket$3.21
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Hot Springs$2.94
Tours and Activities in Arequipa
Here are a few actual costs in Arequipa for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Arequipa Walking Tour city center and drinks experience: $10
- Arequipa Tasting Tour: $13
- Tour to La Ruta del Sillar and Culesbrillas in Arequipa: $15
- Full Day Tour Sillar Route and Culebrillas Canyon Arequipa: $18
- Countryside Tour Arequipa: $18
- Chili River White Water Rafting Adventure with Pickup: $18
- Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half Day Tour: $18
- Sillar Route and Culebrillas Tour Culture and Nature in Arequipa: $19
- Rafting in Arequipa Chili River Half day Tour: $20
- City Tour Arequipa: $20
- Sillar Route and Culebrillas Gorge Tour from Arequipa: $20
- Koh Rong Tour: A Snorkeling, Fishing, Sunset, Plankton: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOslo $9.28Arequipa $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Oslo
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Oslo:
- Three Hour Pub Crawl in Oslo with Local Guide: $37
Typical Alcohol Prices in Arequipa
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Arequipa are as follows:
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Beer$2.65
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Oslo and Arequipa, we can see that Oslo is more expensive. And not only is Arequipa much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Oslo is in Europe and Arequipa 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 Arequipa would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Arequipa 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 Oslo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Oslo than you might in Arequipa.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Oslo Expensive? and Is Arequipa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Oslo or Arequipa?
Arequipa has a larger population, and is about 45% larger than the population of Oslo. When comparing the sizes of Oslo and Arequipa, 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.
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.