Which place is cheaper, Puerto Varas or Sao Paulo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sao Paulo or Puerto Varas, 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.
With a population of around 11 million, and 20 million in the metropolitan area, Sao Paulo is the largest city in Brazil. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the southern hemisphere, although you don't have to look far to see the income disparities and inequalities that exist. The city is diverse and culturally rich, with excellent food, music, and entertainment.
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 G Adventures Tours to Brazil, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rio de Janeiro, 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 Sao Paulo is $54, while the average daily cost in Puerto Varas is $106. 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 Sao Paulo and Puerto Varas in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Sao Paulo or Puerto Varas? 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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Also for Sao Paulo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Varas:
Prices for flights to both Puerto Varas and Sao Paulo 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.
For Sao Paulo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sao Paulo.
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 Sao Paulo:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sao Paulo and Puerto Varas, we can see that Puerto Varas is more expensive. And not only is Sao Paulo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sao Paulo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sao Paulo 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 Puerto Varas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Puerto Varas than you might in Sao Paulo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sao Paulo Expensive? and Is Puerto Varas Expensive?.
Sao Paulo has a larger population, and is about 400 times larger than the population of Puerto Varas. When comparing the sizes of Sao Paulo 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 places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the southern hemisphere, summer is in January and winter is in July.
The summer brings many poeple to Sao Paulo as well as Puerto Varas.
In January, Sao Paulo is generally much warmer than Puerto Varas. Daily temperatures in Sao Paulo average around 25°C (77°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Sao Paulo receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sao Paulo usually gets more rain in January than Puerto Varas. Sao Paulo gets 170 mm (6.7 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Puerto Varas and Sao Paulo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Sao Paulo is much warmer than Puerto Varas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sao Paulo averages around 22°C (72°F) in April, and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Puerto Varas. In April, Sao Paulo usually receives less rain than Puerto Varas. Sao Paulo gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Puerto Varas and Sao Paulo during the winter are popular places to visit.
In the winter, Sao Paulo is much warmer than Puerto Varas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sao Paulo in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Puerto Varas averages at about 7°C (45°F).
Puerto Varas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Sao Paulo usually gets less rain in July than Puerto Varas. Sao Paulo gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sao Paulo and Puerto Varas.
In October, Sao Paulo is generally much warmer than Puerto Varas. Daily temperatures in Sao Paulo average around 21°C (70°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Puerto Varas receives a lot of rain in the spring. In October, Sao Paulo usually receives less rain than Puerto Varas. Sao Paulo gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Sao Paulo | Puerto Varas | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
Feb | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
Mar | 24°C (75°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
Apr | 22°C (72°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
May | 21°C (70°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
Nov | 23°C (73°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
Dec | 24°C (75°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) |