Which place is cheaper, Atlanta or Santiago?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Santiago or Atlanta?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Santiago and Atlanta. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Santiago or Atlanta?
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.
Atlanta
Atlanta is a city rich in history but modern in its development and industry. It has a population of just under 500,000 with more than five million people living in the metropolitan area. It is also the ninth largest metropolitan area in the United States The city is rich in culture and was at the center of the civil rights movement. It is the capital of the state of Georgia, and was home to the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games. It has the world's busiest airport and arguably some of the country's worst traffic, but the residents are recognized for their friendly and welcoming nature and the city is lush with green trees and wonderful parks.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Chile, The Best 2-Week Tours in Chile, The Best Historical Tours in United States of America, and The Best 10-Day Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySantiago $143Atlanta $173
The average daily cost (per person) in Santiago is $143, while the average daily cost in Atlanta is $173. 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 Santiago and Atlanta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSantiago $111Atlanta $90
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSantiago $222Atlanta $180
Compare Hotels in Santiago and Atlanta
Looking for a hotel in Santiago or Atlanta? 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: Santiago Hotel Prices and Atlanta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Santiago $5.48Atlanta $44
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Santiago
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Santiago:
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Metro Ride$1.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Private Scenic Transfer to Mendoza.: $539
- Pick up Santiago Visit Haras de Pirque Winery & Transfer Hotel: $300
- Visit Montes Winery (7th World Best Wine) & Transfer to Hotel: $300
- Private Transfer from Santiago or Santiago Airport to Colchagua or Santa Cruz: $300
- Private Transfer from Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport to Valparaíso: $273
- from Santiago airport private arrival transfer to the Valparaiso pier: $251
- Transfer To Valle Nevado Private for small groups: $250
- Private Transfer from Santiago Airport to Valparaíso,Viña del Mar or San Antonio: $250
- Transfer Santiago to Cruise Port in Valparaiso or San Antonio: $250
- Private Transfer from Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport to Viña del Mar: $237
- City Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $234
- Transfer Santiago - Valparaíso: $210
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Atlanta
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Atlanta:
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MARTA Subway Ticket$4.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Atlanta
Also for Atlanta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hartsfield Jackson Airport (ATL) to Lithia Springs - Arrival Private Transfer: $33
- Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Lithia Springs -Arrival Private Transfer: $36
- Transfer in executiveprivate vehicle from Atlanta Downtown -Atlanta Airport(ATL): $53
- Hartsfield Jackson Airport (ATL) to Lithia Springs - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $66
- Transfer in Executive Private Minivan from Atlanta Airport to Atlanta Downtown: $67
- Transfer in Executive Private Minivan from Atlanta Downtown to Atlanta Airport: $67
- Sno Roth Luxury Car Service and Airport Transfer : $75
- Private One-way Atlanta Airport Transfer To/From Atlanta: $76
- Private Arrival Transfer from Atlanta Airport (ATL): $80
- Private Transfer from Atlanta (ATL) Airport to Atlanta City: $94
- Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL) to Atlanta - Arrival Private Transfer: $97
- Atlanta to Atlanta Airport (ATL) Departure Private Transfer: $97
Is it cheaper to fly into Santiago or Atlanta?
Prices for flights to both Atlanta and Santiago 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 daySantiago $13Atlanta $43
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada$1.91
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Hamburger$2.54
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Dinner$26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Traditional Chilean Show with Dinner and Private Transportation in Santiago: $107
- Traditional Dinner Show in Santiago: $107
- Dinner Show in Bali Hai: $109
- Sunset at Alyan Family Wines Winery with Dinner: $116
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $117
- Small-Group Night City Tour: San Cristobal Hill and Dinner Show: $120
- 4-Hour Private Night Tour with Dinner and Show: $150
- Private Dinner and Show with Transfers: $158
- Traditional Chilean Cooking Class with a Local in Her Santiago Countryside Home: $168
Typical Food Prices in Atlanta
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Atlanta:
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Fast Food Lunch (for 2)$15
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Lunch$20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Atlanta
For Atlanta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 2 Hour Guided Wood Fired Pizza Class in Atlanta: $55
- City Lights Atlanta Night-Time Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop: $65
- City Lights Night Tour with Photos & Dinner Stop: $65
- 2 Hour Historic Market Food Tour and Hands-On Biscuit Class: $70
- Historic Market Food Tour and Biscuit Cooking Class: $70
- Ponce City Market 2.5-Hour Weekend Food Tour: $99
- Food Tour of Inman Park and the Atlanta Beltline: $99
- Secret Food Tours Atlanta w/ Private Tour Option: $109
- Private Truist Park and Battery Braves Atlanta Food Tour: $199
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Santiago $48Atlanta $56
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- Experience Wildlife Encounter in Provincia Mountain of Chile.: $235
- Private Adventure at 4200 meters above sea level in the Chilean Andes Cerro Pintor: $300
- 4 Hour Santa Rita Winery All inclusive Tour for Wine Lover: $269
- A Private Tour of Valparaiso with an experienced local guide.: $195
- Adventure and Viewpoints in Cajón del Maipo: $255
- Andean Horse Ride Yerba Loca Sanctuary - Private tour from Santiago: $240
- Andes Day Lagoon: Embalse El Yeso Tour from Santiago: $120
- Andes Day Volcano 8k Private Tour : $230
- Andes Half-Day Private Tour with Wine and Cheese Tasting: $190
- Andes Sunset: shared tour with Asado in the mountain: $90
- Andes Whitewater Rafting Adventure plus Winery Tour and Tasting: $199
- Authentic Andes Adventure: Private Horse Riding and Cheese & Wine: $150
Tours and Activities in Atlanta
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Atlanta.
- Civil Rights Self-Guided Audio App Walking Tour: $6.75
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $9.00
- Atlanta Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Olympic Park & Pemberton Place: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Atlanta Self-Guided Walking Audio Tour Guide: $10
- The Civil Rights Movement in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Civil Rights Movement in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Atlanta Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $13
- Atlanta Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $14
- Murder Mystery Detective Experience Decatur, GA: $15
- SkyView Ferris Wheel Ticket: $16
- Atlanta Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySantiago $8.51Atlanta $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Premium Wine Tour in Viña Cousiño Macul Spanish official: $37
- Concha y Toro Ticket and Tour with Wine Tasting: $50
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $50
- Undurraga Wine tour: $63
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $70
- Private Tour: Santa Rita Vineyard with Wine Tastings: $72
- From Concha y Toro Marqués Half-Day Wine Tasting: $89
- half day wine tour to concha y toro from Santiago seasonal offer: $95
- From Maipo Valley Wine Tour: $99
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago.: $99
- Private Tour: Viña del Mar and Valparaíso Tour with Wine Tasting in Casablanca Valley: $143
- Premium Wine Tasting and Tour at Santa Rita with Transport: $145
Sample the Local Flavors in Atlanta
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Atlanta:
- Drag Queen Guided Pub Crawl and Cabaret Show: $36
- ATLANTA Yes, Queen! Drag Queen Pub Crawl : $40
- Half-Day Wine Tastings in the North Georgia Mountains : $115
- North Georgia Mountains Two Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour: $150
- Bartram Trail Hike plus Wine Tasting: $159
- North Georgia Mountains Three Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour: $165
- North Georgia Mountains Private Three Vineyard Wine Tasting Tour: $180
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Santiago and Atlanta, we can see that Atlanta is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Santiago is in South America and Atlanta is in North 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 Atlanta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Atlanta 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 Santiago Expensive? and Is Atlanta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Santiago or Atlanta?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Atlanta. When comparing the sizes of Santiago and Atlanta, 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 Santiago or Atlanta?
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 Atlanta has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Santiago or Atlanta in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Santiago as well as Atlanta. Additionally, most visitors come to Atlanta for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Santiago is cooler than Atlanta. Typically, the summer temperatures in Santiago in January average around 21°C (70°F), and Atlanta averages at about 82°F (28°C)in July.
It's quite rainy in Atlanta. Santiago usually gets less rain in January than Atlantain July. Santiago gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Atlanta receives 5.2 inches (133 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures January and JulySantiago 21°C (70°F)Atlanta 82°F (28°C)
Should I visit Santiago or Atlanta in the Autumn?
Both Atlanta and Santiago are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Atlanta because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In April, Santiago is generally cooler than Atlantain October. Daily temperatures in Santiago average around 15°C (59°F), and Atlanta fluctuates around 66°F (19°C).
In April, Santiago usually receives less rain than Atlantain October. Santiago gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Atlanta receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures April and OctoberSantiago 15°C (59°F)Atlanta 66°F (19°C)
Should I visit Santiago or Atlanta in the Winter?
Both Atlanta and Santiago during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Atlanta this time of year.
Santiago is a little warmer than Atlanta in the winter. The daily temperature in Santiago averages around 9°C (48°F) in July, and Atlanta fluctuates around 45°F (7°C)in January.
Atlanta gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Santiago usually gets less rain in July than Atlantain January. Santiago gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Atlanta receives 4.7 inches (120 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures July and JanuarySantiago 9°C (48°F)Atlanta 45°F (7°C)
Should I visit Santiago or Atlanta in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Santiago and Atlanta. Also, many travelers come to Atlanta for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Santiago is cooler than Atlanta. Typically, the spring temperatures in Santiago in October average around 15°C (59°F), and Atlanta averages at about 65°F (18°C)in April.
Atlanta receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Santiago usually receives less rain than Atlantain April. Santiago gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Atlanta receives 4.1 inches (104 mm) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures October and AprilSantiago 15°C (59°F)Atlanta 65°F (18°C)
Typical Weather for Atlanta and Santiago
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 4.7 inches (120 mm) |
| Feb | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 49°F (9°C) | 4.8 inches (123 mm) |
| Mar | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 5.8 inches (147 mm) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 65°F (18°C) | 4.1 inches (104 mm) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 4.2 inches (107 mm) |
| Jun | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 80°F (27°C) | 3.6 inches (91 mm) |
| Jul | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 5.2 inches (133 mm) |
| Aug | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 82°F (28°C) | 3.7 inches (95 mm) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 76°F (25°C) | 3.5 inches (89 mm) |
| Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 66°F (19°C) | 3 inches (77 mm) |
| Nov | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Dec | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 48°F (9°C) | 4.4 inches (111 mm) |
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