Which place is cheaper, Lima or Sendai?
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 Sendai or Lima?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Sendai or Lima, 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.
Where Should I go: Sendai or Lima?
Sendai
Sendai, Japan is located in the Toohoku region on the main Honshu island. It is often referred to as "Forest City" due to the large amount of green space throughout the city and the tree filled parks and public spaces. Sendai is a very pleasant city to visit; they are in close proximity to both mountains and the sea and have many large universities throughout the city, making it a popular college town.
Lima
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Peru, and The Best Adventure Tours to Peru.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySendai $133Lima $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Sendai is $133, while the average daily cost in Lima is $95. 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 Sendai and Lima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSendai $61Lima $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSendai $122Lima $104
Compare Hotels in Sendai and Lima
Looking for a hotel in Sendai or Lima? 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: Sendai Hotel Prices and Lima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sendai $18Lima $6.06
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sendai
Also for Sendai, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Sendai City: Private transfer to/from Sendai Airport: $88
- Odawara to Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND) -Departure Private Transfer: $103
- Private Transfer from Sendai Airport to Sendai City: $187
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Lima are as follows:
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Taxi Ride$5.73
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Short Taxi Ride$4.30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lima
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lima:
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Lima APT-HTL (LIM) : $34
- Transfer: Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM) to Lima City Center: $16
- Transfer from Hotel/Airbnb Miraflores/San Isidro/Barranco to Airport: $18
- Transfer To Lima Airport: $20
- Tour Magic Water Park in Lima with Small Group Transfer: $38
- Round Trip Transfer from and to the Airport in Miraflores/Barranco/Sani : $33
- QuickLlama: Transfer from Miraflores Kennedy Park to Lima Airport: $5.95
- QuickLlama: Door-to-door transfer from Miraflores to Lima Airport: $5.95
- Private Transfers from/to Lima Airport (Price per Vehicle): $29
- Private Transfer to Lima Airport (LIM): $13
- Private Transfer from Pisco Port to Jorge Chavez Airport (LIM): $201
- Private Transfer from Lima hotels to Callao Cruise Port: $18
Is it cheaper to fly into Sendai or Lima?
Prices for flights to both Lima and Sendai 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 daySendai $58Lima $32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sendai
For Sendai, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Local Food Tour in Shiogama, Japan Top Tuna and Sushi Town: $135
- Michinoku Coastal Trail Sake Tasting with Dinner: $143
Typical Food Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of dining costs in Lima are as follows:
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Lunch for Two$4.59
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Ice cream$3.73
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Coffee$3.15
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Donut$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lima
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lima.
- Lima Food Tour with Ceviche, Pisco, and Grilled Chicken: $32
- Food Tour and Market Experience: 12 Peruvian Snacks: $40
- Lima Food Tour - Prepare your Anticuchos and Pisco Sour : $48
- #1 Reviewed Lima Cooking Class: $49
- Dinner at the Huaca Pucllana Restaurant: $55
- Private Guided Walking Street Food Tour in Lima: $55
- Peru’s Most Beloved Recipes Cooking Class: $58
- Lima Market Tour & Ceviche Cooking Class with Pisco Sour: $59
- Lima Night: Cooking Experience with locals: $65
- Peruvian Cooking Class, Local Market Tour & Exotic Fruit Tasting: $65
- Vegan Peruvian Food Cooking Class | Ceviche + Pisco Sour: $69
- 4 iconic restaurants of Lima / 3-hour guided food tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sendai $19Lima $9.15
Tours and Activities in Sendai
For Sendai, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Catch and Dine A Gourmet Fishing Experience in Miyagi: $24
- Sendai and Matsushima Private Tour with Licensed Guide: $101
- Local Foodie Tour, wander around the gourmet town: $120
- Afternoon Cycling Tour in Naruko: $151
Typical Entertainment Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Lima are as follows:
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Entrance to Museo Larco (for 2)$17
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Movie Tickets$2.44
Tours and Activities in Lima
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lima are as follows:
- Ballestas Islands + Huacachina Tour From Lima (Private Group): $190
- Cycling Tour Miraflores - Barranco - Chorrillos: $30
- Lima bike and 5 Step Food Tasting Experience: $92
- Private Classic City Tour Experience of Lima: $65
- Private Stopover Tour of Lima from the Airport: $150
- Sunset in Huacachina and Tacama: Private Tour from Lima: $220
- #1 Full Day Tour From Paracas and Huacachina Oasis: $59
- 1 Day Tour to Huacachina from Lima (Dunebuggy + Vineyards): $225
- 2 Day Tour from Nazca Lines Flight, Paracas, and Huacachina: $279
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Ballestas Island and Huacachina: $149
- 2 Day Tour from Paracas, Huacachina, and Pisco Vineyard: $149
- 2 Days 1 Night Paracas Ica Tour from Lima: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySendai $11Lima $5.95
Typical Alcohol Prices in Lima
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Lima are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$7.71
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Beer$4.30
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Cocktail$3.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Lima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lima:
- Lima Pub Crawl - Party tour: Friday Barranco/Saturday miraflores: $19
- Bar Crawl Night Tour in Miraflores: $30
- Local Wine Tour : $55
- From Paracas & Huacachina & Wine Tasting: $135
- Full Day Paracas, Huacachina and Wine Tasting from Lima : $138
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sendai and Lima, we can see that Sendai is more expensive. And not only is Lima much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Sendai is in Asia and Lima 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 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 Sendai would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sendai 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 Sendai Expensive? and Is Lima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sendai or Lima?
Lima has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Sendai. When comparing the sizes of Sendai 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.
When is the best time to visit Sendai or Lima?
Sendai has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Lima experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Sendai or Lima in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Sendai as well as Lima. Many travelers come to Sendai for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Lima throughout the year.
In July, Sendai is generally a little warmer than Lima. Daily temperatures in Sendai average around 23°C (73°F), and Lima fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In the summer, Sendai often gets more sunshine than Lima. Sendai gets 124 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 36 hours of full sun.
Sendai receives a lot of rain in the summer. Sendai usually gets more rain in July than Lima. Sendai gets 151 mm (5.9 in) of rain, while Lima receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySendai 23°C (73°F)Lima 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Sendai or Lima in the Autumn?
Both Lima and Sendai are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Sendai in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Plenty of visitors come to Lima because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Sendai is cooler than Lima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Sendai averages around 15°C (59°F) in October, and Lima fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
Sendai usually receives more sunshine than Lima during autumn. Sendai gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 60 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Sendai. In October, Sendai usually receives more rain than Lima. Sendai gets 103 mm (4.1 in) of rain, while Lima receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSendai 15°C (59°F)Lima 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Sendai or Lima in the Winter?
Both Lima and Sendai during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Sendai for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Lima year-round.
Sendai can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Sendai is much colder than Lima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Sendai in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Lima averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In the winter, Sendai often gets less sunshine than Lima. Sendai gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lima receives 185 hours of full sun.
Sendai usually gets more rain in January than Lima. Sendai gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySendai 2°C (35°F)Lima 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Sendai or Lima in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Sendai and Lima. The spring months attract visitors to Sendai because of the beaches and the activities around the city. Lima attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Sendai is generally much colder than Lima. Daily temperatures in Sendai average around 10°C (51°F), and Lima fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Sendai usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Lima during spring. Sendai gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Lima receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Sendai usually receives more rain than Lima. Sendai gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Lima receives 2 mm (0.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSendai 10°C (51°F)Lima 22°C (72°F)
Typical Weather for Lima and Sendai
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (40°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| May | 15°C (60°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 133 mm (5.2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (69°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (59°F) | 103 mm (4.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
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