Which place is cheaper, Lima or Pucon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Pucon and Lima 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.
A popular hub for adventure tourism, Pucon is a town in the Lake District of the South American nation of Chile. Located on Lake Villarirca with the snowcapped Villarrica volcano looming above and plenty of forested valleys below, the town has become a home base year-round for a full range of outdoor activities.
Check out our ultimate guide to Traveling in Patagonia.
Lima, the capital city of Peru, is likely to be your point of entry for the country. Lima was founded in 1535 and was the seat of the Spanish rule for 300 years. It's a surprisingly modern city despite its rich history, but many beautiful churches and colonial architecture remain today. There are also large slum areas that highlight the poverty that exists in the city. The city and its surrounding metropolitan area have a population of about 8.5 million people, many of whom came from the Andes Mountains in search of work. Unfortunately the work opportunities are limited and the poverty is obvious as you arrive in Lima.
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These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Pucon is $100, while the average daily cost in Lima is $77. 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 Pucon and Lima in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pucon:
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
Here are a few actual costs in Pucon for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pucon and Lima, we can see that Pucon is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lima would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lima 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 Pucon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pucon than you might in Lima.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pucon Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Lima has a larger population, and is about 290 times larger than the population of Pucon. When comparing the sizes of Pucon and Lima, 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.
Pucon has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Pucon and Lima. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Pucon is cooler than Lima in the summer. The daily temperature in Pucon averages around 16°C (61°F) in January, and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in July.
In Pucon, it's very sunny this time of the year. Pucon usually receives more sunshine than Lima during summer. Pucon gets 296 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun in the summer.
In January, Pucon usually receives more rain than Limain July. Pucon gets 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Pucon as well as Lima. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In the autumn, Pucon is much colder than Lima. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Pucon in April average around 11°C (52°F), and Lima averages at about 19°C (66°F)in October.
In the autumn, Pucon often gets more sunshine than Limain October. Pucon gets 132 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun.
Pucon receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Pucon usually gets more rain in April than Limain October. Pucon gets 133 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Lima and Pucon are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Pucon is generally much colder than Limain January. Daily temperatures in Pucon average around 7°C (45°F), and Lima fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Pucon usually receives less sunshine than Lima during winter. Pucon gets 66 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Pucon. In July, Pucon usually receives more rain than Limain January. Pucon gets 312 mm (12.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Lima and Pucon during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Pucon is much colder than Lima in the spring. The daily temperature in Pucon averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F)in April.
In the spring, Pucon often gets more sunshine than Limain April. Pucon gets 198 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pucon. Pucon usually gets more rain in October than Limain April. Pucon gets 109 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Pucon | Lima | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
Feb | 17°C (62°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Mar | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
May | 9°C (48°F) | 295 mm (11.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Jun | 8°C (46°F) | 297 mm (11.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
Jul | 7°C (45°F) | 312 mm (12.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
Aug | 8°C (46°F) | 247 mm (9.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
Sep | 9°C (48°F) | 162 mm (6.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
Nov | 13°C (55°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Dec | 16°C (60°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |