Which place is cheaper, Temuco or Petra?
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 Petra or Temuco?
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 Petra and Temuco can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Petra or Temuco?
Petra
Whether you're checking off the Seven Wonders of the World, or you're just a huge Indiana Jones fan, the city of Petra must be on your bucket list. The "rose red city, half as old as time," was the capital of the Nabataean kingdom in the 6th century BC. It was the center for trade and commerce until an earthquake took out buildings and destroyed their water management system. After this destruction, the city of Petra seemed to be lost to western civilization.
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 Historical Tours in Jordan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Jordan, 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 dayPetra $153Temuco $93
The average daily cost (per person) in Petra is $153, while the average daily cost in Temuco is $93. 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 Petra and Temuco in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPetra $59Temuco $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPetra $118Temuco $86
Compare Hotels in Petra and Temuco
Looking for a hotel in Petra 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: Petra Hotel Prices and Temuco Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Petra $23Temuco $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Petra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Petra:
- Petra Private Transfer To Jerusalem: $290
- Private Transfer from Petra to Sheikh Hussein Border Crossing: $195
- Private Transfers from Petra Inside Jordan and Vice Versa: $176
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations By Minivan: $160
- Comfort VIP Private Transfer: Petra to Aqaba South Beach Hotels: $140
- Petra to Aqaba Border (Yitzhak Rabin Terminal) – Private Transfer: $130
- Private Transfer Amman Airport to Petra or vice versa via the King's Highway: $120
- Private Transfer from Ma'in Hotel to Aqaba Airport: $120
- Petra Private Transfer To Multiple Destinations: $115
- Comfortable and Reliable Private Transfer: Petra to Wadi Rum: $100
- Petra Private Transfer To Aqaba: $100
- Private Departure Transfer: Petra Hotels to Amman Airport: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Temuco
Also for Temuco, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Temuco Airport to Pucon: $55
- Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pucon Resorts - Arrival Private Transfer: $80
- Temuco Airport (ZCO) to Pucon Thermal Resorts-Round-Trip Transfer: $159
Is it cheaper to fly into Petra or Temuco?
Prices for flights to both Temuco and Petra 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 dayPetra $66Temuco $37
Typical Food Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of dining costs in Petra are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$12
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Juice$1.76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Petra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Petra.
- Authentic Jordanian Cooking, Taste of Comfort With Family: $28
- Cooking outside in little Petra between the Mountains.: $50
- Private Outdoor bedouin Dinner in Petra: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Petra $47Temuco $7.60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Petra
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Petra are as follows:
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Entry to Petra for One$71
Tours and Activities in Petra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Petra are as follows:
- 2-Day Private Jordan Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea from Amman: $210
- 3 Hour Horse Riding Adventure around the Petra Area: $145
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Petra: $125
- From Petra : Wadi Rum Private 8 - hours roundtrip tour .: $190
- Half-Day Private Indiana Jones Petra Back Road Trial Tour: $200
- Literary tourism experience in Petra: $300
- Petra 3-Hour Private Tour with a Local Guide: $60
- Petra Highlight Tour with Private Guide Sami Nawafleh | 2.5 Hours: $120
- Petra Highlights Guided Golf Cart Tour with Hotel Pickup: $169
- Private 3-Day Jordan Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum & Dead Sea: $270
- Private 3-Hour Guided Tour of Petra with Hotel Pickup .: $75
- Private Full Day Tour to Aqaba Red Sea from Petra Hotels: $200
Tours and Activities in Temuco
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Temuco.
- Conguillío National Park Tour, Full day: $340
- Tour Mapuche Community Araucanía: $592
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPetra $15Temuco $4.97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Petra and Temuco, we can see that Petra is more expensive. And not only is Temuco much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Petra is in Middle East 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 Petra would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Petra 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 Petra Expensive? and Is Temuco Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Petra or Temuco?
Temuco has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Petra. When comparing the sizes of Petra 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 Petra or Temuco?
Temuco has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Petra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Petra or Temuco in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Petra as well as Temuco. Petra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's very hot in Petra this time of the year. Petra is much warmer than Temuco in the summer. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 33°C (91°F) in July, and Temuco fluctuates around 17°C (62°F)in January.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Temuco. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Petra this time of the year. In the summer, Petra often gets more sunshine than Temucoin January. Petra gets 384 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Temuco receives 290 hours of full sun.
Petra usually gets less rain in July than Temucoin January. Petra gets 0 mm (0 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 JanuaryPetra 33°C (91°F)Temuco 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Petra or Temuco in the Autumn?
Both Temuco and Petra are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Petra throughout the year.
In the autumn, Petra is much warmer than Temuco. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Petra in October average around 27°C (80°F), and Temuco averages at about 12°C (53°F)in April.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Petra. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Temuco during autumn. Petra gets 295 hours of sunny skies, while Temuco receives 150 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Petra usually receives less rain than Temucoin April. Petra gets 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Temuco receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilPetra 27°C (80°F)Temuco 12°C (53°F)
Should I visit Petra or Temuco in the Winter?
Both Temuco and Petra during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Petra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Petra is generally much warmer than Temucoin July. Daily temperatures in Petra average around 15°C (59°F), and Temuco fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Petra. In the winter, Petra often gets more sunshine than Temucoin July. Petra gets 234 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. Petra usually gets less rain in January than Temucoin July. Petra gets 48 mm (1.9 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 JulyPetra 15°C (59°F)Temuco 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Petra or Temuco in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Petra and Temuco. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Petra year-round.
Petra is much warmer than Temuco in the spring. The daily temperature in Petra averages around 25°C (76°F) in April, and Temuco fluctuates around 12°C (54°F)in October.
In Petra, it's very sunny this time of the year. Petra usually receives more sunshine than Temuco during spring. Petra gets 282 hours of sunny skies, while Temuco receives 193 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Petra usually receives less rain than Temucoin October. Petra gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Temuco receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberPetra 25°C (76°F)Temuco 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Temuco and Petra
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 15°C (59°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 20°C (68°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 25°C (76°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 176 mm (6.9 in) |
| Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 177 mm (7 in) |
| Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Aug | 32°C (90°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Sep | 30°C (87°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Oct | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 21°C (70°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 16°C (62°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
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