Which place is cheaper, Puerto Varas or Rio de Janeiro?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Varas 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.
Rio de Janeiro is the most popular travel destination in Brazil. It is the second largest city in Brazil and the sixth largest in the Americas. A portion of the city has been designated a World Heritage Site. It's also famous for Carnival, it's gorgeous beaches, and world-famous landmarks. Rio's appeal as a travel destination is apparent year round due to the great weather and plenty of fun activities. The city has a wonderful natural harbor that is surrounded by Sugar Loaf Mountain, Corcovado Peak, and the hills of Tijuca, creating an absolutely breathtaking and awe-inspiring setting.
Puerto Varas is a city in Southern Chile, in the Los Lagos (Lakes) Region, Llanquihue Province. It is a charming town, only 23 km away from Puerto Montt and surrounded by the Osorno and Calbuco volcanoes as well as the impressive Llanquihue lake. In terms of landscape, accommodation and activities, Puerto Varas is well served! Kayak, paddle, canyoning, rock climbing, trekking, ski, fishing, you name it! If you decide to stop in that area, we recommend that you stay in Puerto Varas, as it provides the perfect starting point for many memorable excursions in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Brazil, The Best G Adventures Tours to Brazil, The Best G Adventures Tours to Chile, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Santiago.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Rio de Janeiro is $105, while the average daily cost in Puerto Varas is $109. 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 Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Varas in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Rio de Janeiro:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rio de Janeiro:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Varas:
Prices for flights to both Puerto Varas and Rio de Janeiro 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.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Rio de Janeiro:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rio de Janeiro.
Here are a few actual costs in Rio de Janeiro for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few actual costs in Puerto Varas for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Rio de Janeiro:
When comparing the travel costs between Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Varas, we can see that Puerto Varas is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in South America, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rio de Janeiro Expensive? and Is Puerto Varas Expensive?.
Rio de Janeiro has a larger population, and is about 240 times larger than the population of Puerto Varas. When comparing the sizes of Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Varas, 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.
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
Both Puerto Varas and Rio de Janeiro are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In January, Rio de Janeiro is generally much warmer than Puerto Varas. Daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro average around 26°C (79°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
It's quite rainy in Rio de Janeiro. In January, Rio de Janeiro usually receives more rain than Puerto Varas. Rio de Janeiro gets 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Puerto Varas and Rio de Janeiro during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Rio de Janeiro is much warmer than Puerto Varas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rio de Janeiro averages around 25°C (77°F) in April, and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Puerto Varas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Rio de Janeiro. Rio de Janeiro usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Puerto Varas. Rio de Janeiro gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rio de Janeiro and Puerto Varas.
In the winter, Rio de Janeiro is much warmer than Puerto Varas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rio de Janeiro in July average around 21°C (70°F), and Puerto Varas averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Puerto Varas receives a lot of rain in the winter. In July, Rio de Janeiro usually receives less rain than Puerto Varas. Rio de Janeiro gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Rio de Janeiro as well as Puerto Varas.
In October, Rio de Janeiro is generally much warmer than Puerto Varas. Daily temperatures in Rio de Janeiro average around 23°C (73°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite rainy in Puerto Varas. Rio de Janeiro usually gets less rain in October than Puerto Varas. Rio de Janeiro gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
Rio de Janeiro | Puerto Varas | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 26°C (79°F) | 114 mm (4.5 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Feb | 27°C (81°F) | 105 mm (4.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
Mar | 26°C (79°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Apr | 25°C (77°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
May | 23°C (73°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
Nov | 24°C (75°F) | 96 mm (3.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Dec | 25°C (77°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |