Which place is cheaper, Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas?
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 Punta Arenas. 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 Punta Arenas?
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.
Punta Arenas
Punta Arenas is in the far south of Chile and has a long history of maritime commerce, oil extraction, and sheep farming. It's the most populated city on the Strait of Magellan and has all the facilities you might need as a traveler, including banks, markets, drugstores and equipment shops. With a population of about 130,000, the city is a comfortable place to spend time. It serves as a base for Antarctic expeditions, although many expeditions also start in Ushuaia, Argentina, and Christchurch New Zealand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belgium, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Belgium, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Chile, and The Best Luxury Tours to Chile.
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Brussels Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels €165Punta Arenas €67
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €165, while the average daily cost in Punta Arenas is €67. 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 Punta Arenas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels €73Punta Arenas €27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels €146Punta Arenas €54
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Punta Arenas
Looking for a hotel in Brussels or Punta Arenas? 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: Brussels Hotel Prices and Punta Arenas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels €17Punta Arenas €1.53
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:
- Private transfer from Brussels to Ostend, 2h Sightseeing Stop: $263
- Private Transfer From Brussels To Circuit SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS Belgium Luxury car : $238
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $194
- Private direct transfer from Brussels to Ostend: $191
- Transfer from Antwerp <-> Amsterdam Shuttle (1 to 8 Places): $191
- Private door-to-door transfer from Brussels to Lille, France: $191
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Bruges with Business car: $180
- Private Transfer: Brussels Hotel to Zaventem Airport: $179
- Private Arrival Transfer from Brussels Airport to Ghent by Luxury car: $178
- Transfer Brussels Airport -> Brussels MB S-CLASS 3 PAX: $167
- Brussels Airport (CRL) Private Transfer to Brussels City/Hotels: $139
- Shuttle transfer Brussels <-> Lille (1 to 8 PLACES): $121
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Punta Arenas
Also for Punta Arenas, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Oneway Private Transfer from Punta Arenas Airport to Punta Arenas: $37
- Private Transfer - Punta Arenas Airport(PUQ) to Punta Arenas Port: $78
- Private Transfer - Punta Arenas Port to Punta Arenas Airport(PUQ): $78
- Private Transfer from Punta Arenas hotels to Punta Arenas Port: $43
- Punta Airport (PUQ) to Punta Arenas - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $57
- Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to Punta Arenas - Arrival Transfer: $35
- Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) to Punta Arenas - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
- Punta Arenas Airport PUQ to Punta Arenas Arrival Private Transfer: $38
- Punta Arenas Airport Private Transfer: $33
- Punta Arenas Airport Transfer: $29
- Punta Arenas to Punta Arenas Airport (PUQ) - Departure Transfer: $35
- Transfer Airport Punta Arenas : $30
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Punta Arenas?
Prices for flights to both Punta Arenas 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 €66Punta Arenas €31
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
Typical Food Prices in Punta Arenas
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Punta Arenas:
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Donut€0.89
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Dinner€22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels €23Punta Arenas €5.48
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 2-Hour Private Walking Tour in the templar village of Lissewege: $82
- 2-Hour Walking Tour in Fall and Rise of Art Nouveau: $18
- 4 Hour Private Tour in Brussels : $269
- 600 Years of History and Heritage: A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Leuven: $12
- A Self-Guided Tour of Brussels' Secret Places and Untold Stories: $12
- A Self-Guided Tour of From Medieval to Modern Times: $9.99
- Architecture Tour of Brussels: $30
- Art Nouveau's Sublime Capital: An Audio Tour in Brussels: $12
- Artistic Bruges on a Private Tour with a local: $78
- Best Intro tour of Brussels with a Local: $166
- Bike tour Brussels highlights and hidden gems: $39
- Bright Brussels Highlights BikeTour ENGLISH: $38
Tours and Activities in Punta Arenas
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Punta Arenas.
- Fort Bulnes Historical Tour: $39
- Punta Arenas Hop On Hop Off Experience for Cruise Passengers: $40
- City Tour: $60
- City Tour Shore Excursion for Cruisers: $60
- Punta Arenas City Tour Shore Excursion: $60
- Bike Tour in Punta Arenas, 100% local tour.: $70
- Cruises Shore Excursions : City tour Cruises Regular: $70
- Fuerte Bulnes Shore Tour for Cruisers: $70
- Punta Arenas Sightseeing Tour: $70
- Fuerte Bulnes Shore Tour for Cruisers in Punta Arenas: $80
- Full-Day Torres del Paine Tour: $88
- Monte Tarn Trekking Tour with Guide: $129
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels €13Punta Arenas €4.13
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Punta Arenas
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Punta Arenas:
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Alcohol€6.24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Punta Arenas, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Punta Arenas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Punta Arenas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Punta Arenas?
Brussels has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Punta Arenas. When comparing the sizes of Brussels and Punta Arenas, 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 Punta Arenas?
Even though both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, they experience these seasons at different times of the year. Punta Arenas 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 Punta Arenas in the Summer?
Both Punta Arenas and Brussels during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Brussels this time of year.
In July, Brussels is generally much warmer than Punta Arenasin January. Daily temperatures in Brussels average around 18°C (65°F), and Punta Arenas fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In Punta Arenas, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Brussels often gets less sunshine than Punta Arenasin January. Brussels gets 186 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Punta Arenas receives 208 hours of full sun.
Brussels usually gets more rain in July than Punta Arenasin January. Brussels gets 75 mm (3 in) of rain, while Punta Arenas receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBrussels 18°C (65°F)Punta Arenas 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Punta Arenas in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Brussels and Punta Arenas. Many travelers come to Brussels for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Brussels is much warmer than Punta Arenas in the autumn. The daily temperature in Brussels averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Punta Arenas fluctuates around 7°C (44°F)in April.
Brussels usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Punta Arenas during autumn. Brussels gets 114 hours of sunny skies, while Punta Arenas receives 119 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Brussels usually receives more rain than Punta Arenasin April. Brussels gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Punta Arenas receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBrussels 12°C (54°F)Punta Arenas 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Punta Arenas in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Brussels as well as Punta Arenas. Many visitors come to Brussels in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Punta Arenas can be very cold during winter. Brussels can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Brussels is much warmer than Punta Arenas. Typically, the winter temperatures in Brussels in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Punta Arenas averages at about 1°C (35°F)in July.
In the winter, Brussels often gets less sunshine than Punta Arenasin July. Brussels gets 49 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Punta Arenas receives 70 hours of full sun.
Brussels usually gets more rain in January than Punta Arenasin July. Brussels gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Punta Arenas receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBrussels 3°C (38°F)Punta Arenas 1°C (35°F)
Should I visit Brussels or Punta Arenas in the Spring?
Both Punta Arenas and Brussels are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Brussels for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Brussels is generally a little warmer than Punta Arenasin October. Daily temperatures in Brussels average around 10°C (49°F), and Punta Arenas fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Brussels usually receives less sunshine than Punta Arenas during spring. Brussels gets 147 hours of sunny skies, while Punta Arenas receives 183 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Brussels usually receives more rain than Punta Arenasin October. Brussels gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Punta Arenas receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBrussels 10°C (49°F)Punta Arenas 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Punta Arenas and Brussels
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (49°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 29 mm (1.1 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.