Which place is cheaper, Santiago or Berlin?
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 Berlin or Santiago?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Santiago, 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: Berlin or Santiago?
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
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.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Cultural Tours in Germany, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerlin €175Santiago €128
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is €175, while the average daily cost in Santiago is €128. 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 Berlin and Santiago in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerlin €64Santiago €93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerlin €128Santiago €186
Compare Hotels in Berlin and Santiago
Looking for a hotel in Berlin or Santiago? 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: Berlin Hotel Prices and Santiago Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berlin €18Santiago €4.60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket€1.40
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Bahn Ticket€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Berlin Private Transfer to/from Berlin Brandenburg Airport: $58
- Private One way Airport Transfer Berlin To Berlin Airport: $64
- Listening Station Teufelsberg Tour with Transfer: $65
- Transfer from Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City Center: $77
- Transfer from Berlin City Center to Berlin Brandenburg Airport: $77
- Berlin to Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER) - Departure Transfer: $82
- Private Transfers from to Berlin Airport BER: $108
- Berlin Private Transfer from Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin City centre: $110
- Arrival Transfer: Berlin Airport BER to Berlin in Business Car: $118
- Berlin Airport (SXF) to Berlin - Arrival Private Transfer : $120
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Car: $130
- Arrival Transfer: Berlin Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Van: $130
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€0.96
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santiago
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santiago:
- Private Scenic Transfer to Mendoza.: $467
- Airport Transfer and Halfday City tour Santiago de Chile: $362
- Private Santiago Visit Haras de Pirque Winery & Transfer Hotel: $300
- Private Transfer San Antonio Cruise from Santiago to Valparaiso: $300
- Transfer Santiago to Cruise Port in Valparaiso or San Antonio: $290
- Transfer Private hotel to Cruise ship in Puerto San Antonio or Valparaiso: $270
- Santiago de Chile : private transfer in SUV to Viña del mar or Valparaíso: $270
- Private Transfer to Sewell UNESCO Andes Town Tour with Lunch: $269
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour, Concha y Toro, Private Transfer from Santiago: $262
- Private Transfer from Arturo Merino Benítez (SCL) Airport to Viña del Mar: $261
- Private Transfer From Santiago airport to San Antonio Pier or Valparaiso Pier : $251
- Santiago Airport (SCL) to Santo Domingo - Round-Trip Transfer: $240
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Santiago?
Prices for flights to both Santiago and Berlin 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 dayBerlin €90Santiago €19
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go€5.00
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Turkish Sandwich€2.00
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Currywurst€2.00
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2 Pho Noodles€9.00
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)€60
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Mauer Park (2)€11
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Coffees at Impala€7.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $39
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $53
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $84
- Berlin Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better : $86
- Vegan and Gluten-Free Dinner Experience: $88
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $92
- Street Food Tour with 10 Tastings: $93
- Vegetarian Berlin Food Tour Global Flavors in Alexanderplatz: $94
- Berlin Street Food Tour by Bike: $102
- Berlin Center Food Tour with 8+ Authentic Local Tastings: $106
- Berlin 4-Course Sunset Dinner Cruise Including Drinks : $143
Typical Food Prices in Santiago
Some typical examples of dining costs in Santiago are as follows:
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Empanada€1.60
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Hamburger€2.13
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Dinner€22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Santiago
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Santiago.
- Legacy Family Tour Lunch or Dinner Pairing 4 Strokes: $40
- Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $82
- 4-Hour Boozy Chilean Cooking Class in Santiago: $85
- Bali Hai Dinner & Show, Transport and Wine refill: $106
- Dinner Show in Bali Hai with Wine refill and transportation: $114
- Private Dinner & Chilean Folk Show with Transfers: $116
- Alyan Winery Sunset with Wine Tastings and Dinner: $117
- Private Market Tour and Traditional Chilean Cooking Class in a Local Home: $122
- San Cristobal Hill Night Tour with Dinner Show: $129
- Bali Hai Polynesian Dinner Show with Transfer: $130
- Private Night City Tour with San Cristobal Hill And Dinner Show: $181
- Santiago Chilean and Peruvian Cooking Class with a Local Carol: $184
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berlin €22Santiago €40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)€20
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- Rude Walking Tour: $3.52
- Rude Bastards tour of Medieval Berlin: $3.61
- Berlin Third Reich Walking Tour: $4.81
- Berlin's Museum Island: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Ku'damm Couture and Currywurst: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.48
- Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure: $6.00
- Berlin Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.45
- The Dönerkebab's History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- Third Reich Quest Experience in Berlin: $7.20
- Haunts and Horrors of Berlin GPS Self Guided Audio Walking Tour: $7.80
- Self-Guided Walking Tour of Berlin's Jewish Quarter: $7.99
- Berlin Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $8.40
Tours and Activities in Santiago
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Santiago are as follows:
- Private Half-Day Guided Tour of the City of Santiago.: $280
- Private Sightseeing City Tour in Valparaíso and Viña del Mar: $240
- "Tour Tradicional" Viña Cousiño Macul Oficial español: $26
- 1 Day Tour of Viña Concha y Toro from Santiago: $120
- 4 Hour Santa Rita Winery All inclusive Tour for Wine Lover: $269
- A Fabulous Walking tour by the Old Santiago of Chile -small group: $25
- A full Private Tour of Valparaiso from Santiago : $240
- A historical tour of Santiago, Chile: $18
- An Architect's Tour of Downtown Santiago: $55
- Andean Adventure: Cajón del Maipo & Santuario del Río Spa: $132
- Andean Horse Ride Yerba Loca Sanctuary - Private tour from Santiago: $240
- Andes Day Lagoon in Cajón del Maipo & Embalse el Yeso Private Tour: $200
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerlin €16Santiago €7.15
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer hike in Berlin Experience brewery and craft beer: $66
- Showgirls of Burlesque Show: $76
Sample the Local Flavors in Santiago
Also in Santiago, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Ludwig's Original Pub Crawl with VIP Club Entry: $34
- Viña del Mar, Valparaiso, with Wine Tasting: $60
- Undurraga Winery Tour with Entry and Wine Tasting: $63
- Undurraga Wine tour: $70
- Half Day Trip to Undurraga Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $70
- Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with Casablanca Wine Tasting: $79
- Valparaiso Port and Viña del Mar with wine tasting in Casablanca: $79
- Inca Lagoon and Vineyard Visit with Wine Tasting: $80
- Half Day Trip to Cousiño Macul Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
- Half Day Trip to Concha y Toro Vineyard from Santiago - Wine Tasting Included: $87
- Maipo Valley Wine Tour with 4 vineyards from Santiago.: $89
- Kross Brewery Tour: A Craft Beer Tasting Experience: $93
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Santiago, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Santiago much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Berlin is in Europe and Santiago 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 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin 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 Berlin Expensive? and Is Santiago Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Berlin or Santiago?
Santiago has a larger population, and is about 41% larger than the population of Berlin. When comparing the sizes of Berlin and Santiago, 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 Berlin or Santiago?
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 Berlin has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Berlin or Santiago in the Summer?
Both Santiago and Berlin during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Berlin is cooler than Santiago in the summer. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Santiago fluctuates around 21°C (70°F)in January.
Berlin usually gets more rain in July than Santiagoin January. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBerlin 19°C (66°F)Santiago 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Santiago in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Santiago. Many visitors come to Berlin in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Berlin is cooler than Santiago. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Berlin in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Santiago averages at about 15°C (59°F)in April.
In October, Berlin usually receives more rain than Santiagoin April. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBerlin 10°C (50°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Santiago in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Santiago. Most visitors come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Berlin can be very cold during winter. In January, Berlin is generally much colder than Santiagoin July. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around -0°C (31°F), and Santiago fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
Berlin usually gets less rain in January than Santiagoin July. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBerlin -0°C (31°F)Santiago 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Santiago in the Spring?
Both Santiago and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Berlin because of the activities around the city.
Berlin is much colder than Santiago in the spring. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 9°C (47°F) in April, and Santiago fluctuates around 15°C (59°F)in October.
In April, Berlin usually receives more rain than Santiagoin October. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Santiago receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBerlin 9°C (47°F)Santiago 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Santiago and Berlin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.