Which place is cheaper, Puerto Varas or Brussels?
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 Brussels or Puerto Varas?
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 Brussels and Puerto Varas. 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: Brussels or Puerto Varas?
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
Puerto Varas
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Belgium, The Best Wildlife Tours to Chile, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Chile.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels €165Puerto Varas €108
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €165, while the average daily cost in Puerto Varas is €108. 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 Brussels and Puerto Varas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels €73Puerto Varas €57
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels €146Puerto Varas €114
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Puerto Varas
Looking for a hotel in Brussels 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Brussels Hotel Prices and Puerto Varas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels €17Puerto Varas €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass€4.50
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Atomium train ticket (2)€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Airport BRU by Business Car: $99
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $102
- Arrival Transfer from Brussels Train Station to Brussels by Sedan: $70
- Brussels Airport (BRU) to Brussels - Arrival Private Transfer: $97
- Brussels Airport (CRL) Private Transfer to Brussels City/Hotels: $139
- Brussels Airport Transfer (BRU) <-> to or from Brussels (Sedan): $114
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $194
- Brussels Private Transfer from Brussels city centre to Brussels Airport (BRU): $80
- Brussels Shuttle Transfer <-> Mons (1 to 8 PLACES): $76
- Brussels to Brussels Airport (BRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $75
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Bruges with Business car: $180
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Ghent by Luxury car: $178
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Puerto Varas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Puerto Varas:
- Cruce Andino Office Shuttle Transfer from Puerto Varas: $19
- Frutillar to Puerto Montt Airport PMC- Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Puerto Varas Airport Shuttle Transfer: $38
- Puerto Varas Bus Terminal Private Transfer: $25
- Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport (PMC) - Departure Transfer: $63
- Transfer to Puerto Montt Airport: $22
- Transfer from Hotel in Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport: $24
- Transfer from Puerto Varas to Puerto Montt Airport: $50
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Puerto Varas?
Prices for flights to both Puerto Varas and Brussels 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 dayBrussels €66Puerto Varas €36
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons€4.60
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)€4.75
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Cheese€5.60
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Olives and Snacks€6.98
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Waffle€3.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Chocolate and Beer Food Tour of Brussels: $47
- Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
- Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $118
- Brussels Food Tour: 10 Tastings of Waffles, Beers, Fries & More: $133
- Market Tour and Cooking Lesson with a Belgian Gourmet Meal in a Brussels Home: $179
- Brussels Food Tour: Private & Personalized with a Local Guide: $240
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels €23Puerto Varas €16
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Brussels Hidden Delights A Self Guided Epicurean Adventure: $1.78
- Historical Walking Tour: The Story of Brussels - by Legends: $3.57
- Essential Brussels Tour: $3.57
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Brussels: $3.57
- The Most Complete Tour Of Brussels: $3.57
- Free tour of Brussels in Italian ( with booking fee): $3.57
- Self Guided Tours Brussels With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Brussels Walking Tour with Guide plus PDF: $3.57
- European Quarter Comedy Tour: $3.58
- Brussels Old City’s Highlights Walking Tour: $4.78
- Brussels Brain Quest: Exploration Game and Tour: $5.96
- Brussels Land of Comics: Self-Guided Tour and Puzzle Quest: $5.96
Tours and Activities in Puerto Varas
Here are a few actual costs in Puerto Varas for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Scenic Catamaran Tour on Llanquihue lake: $8.50
- Tour Frutillar: $31
- Half-Day Tour to Frutillar and Llanquihue: $35
- Half day Frutillar and Llanquihue Town tour: $36
- Half day Osorno Volcano tour: $41
- Sightseeing Tour in Puerto Varas & Puerto Montt: $45
- From Osorno Volcano & Petrohue Falls Day Tour: $49
- Todos los Santos Lake and Villa Peulla Tour: $51
- Todos los Santos Lake and Villa Peulla Tour: $51
- Half-Day Small-Group Rafting Experience in Petrohué River: $52
- Guided Tour to Termas del Sol and Cochamo with Transportation Included: $56
- Shared Full Day Tour to Chiloé Island with Penguins: $59
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels €13Puerto Varas €5.54
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine€10
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Beer€6.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Beer tasting in a Brussels Micro Brewery and Distillery: $30
- Beer & Chocolate Tasting in a Brewery-Distillery: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Puerto Varas, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Puerto Varas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Puerto Varas 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 Puerto Varas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Puerto Varas 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels than you might in Puerto Varas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Puerto Varas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Puerto Varas?
Brussels has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Puerto Varas. When comparing the sizes of Brussels 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.
When is the best time to visit Brussels or Puerto Varas?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Puerto Varas is in the southern hemisphere and summer is in January and winter is in July, but Brussels has summer in [NORTHERNSUMMERMONTH] and winter in [NORTHERNWINTERMONTH].
Should I visit Brussels or Puerto Varas in the Summer?
Both Puerto Varas and Brussels are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Brussels for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Brussels is a little warmer than Puerto Varas. Typically, the summer temperatures in Brussels in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Puerto Varas averages at about 16°C (60°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Puerto Varas. Brussels usually receives less sunshine than Puerto Varas during summer. Brussels gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Puerto Varas receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Brussels usually receives less rain than Puerto Varasin January. Brussels gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBrussels 18°C (65°F)Puerto Varas 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Puerto Varas in the Autumn?
Both Puerto Varas and Brussels during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Brussels because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Brussels is generally a little warmer than Puerto Varasin April. Daily temperatures in Brussels average around 12°C (54°F), and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the autumn, Brussels often gets more sunshine than Puerto Varasin April. Brussels gets 114 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Puerto Varas receives 104 hours of full sun.
Puerto Varas gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Brussels usually gets less rain in October than Puerto Varasin April. Brussels gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 143 mm (5.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBrussels 12°C (54°F)Puerto Varas 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Puerto Varas in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Brussels and Puerto Varas. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Brussels this time of year.
It's quite cold in Brussels in the winter. Brussels is much colder than Puerto Varas in the winter. The daily temperature in Brussels averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Puerto Varas fluctuates around 7°C (45°F)in July.
Brussels usually receives less sunshine than Puerto Varas during winter. Brussels gets 49 hours of sunny skies, while Puerto Varas receives 67 hours of full sun in the winter.
Puerto Varas receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Brussels usually receives less rain than Puerto Varasin July. Brussels gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 229 mm (9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBrussels 3°C (38°F)Puerto Varas 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Puerto Varas in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Brussels as well as Puerto Varas. Many travelers come to Brussels for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Brussels is around the same temperature as Puerto Varas. Typically, the spring temperatures in Brussels in April average around 10°C (49°F), and Puerto Varas averages at about 11°C (51°F)in October.
In the spring, Brussels often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Puerto Varasin October. Brussels gets 147 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Puerto Varas receives 151 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Puerto Varas. Brussels usually gets less rain in April than Puerto Varasin October. Brussels gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Puerto Varas receives 121 mm (4.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBrussels 10°C (49°F)Puerto Varas 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Puerto Varas and Brussels
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (49°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 143 mm (5.6 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 229 mm (9 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 209 mm (8.2 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 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.