Which place is cheaper, Pisa or Akureyri?
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 Akureyri or Pisa?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Akureyri or Pisa, 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: Akureyri or Pisa?
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
Pisa
Located in Tuscany, Pisa is most famous for its Leaning Tower. The city has a population of about 100,000 people and there are a surprising number of impressive sights that you might miss if you simply pass through to see the tower. There are many architectural and artistic sights that make the city noteworthy as well. The atmosphere of Pisa is also influenced by its university. Of the 100,000 person population, about 60,000 are students. The students bring the city to life with many parties, shows, and interesting cultural events. They stay active into the night and entertainment options are not limited. The student presence is most obvious once you're outside of the touristy Campo dei Miracoli.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, The Best 2-Week Tours in Italy, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Italy.
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Akureyri Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAkureyri $191Pisa $268
The average daily cost (per person) in Akureyri is $191, while the average daily cost in Pisa is $268. 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 Akureyri and Pisa in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAkureyri $103Pisa $117
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAkureyri $206Pisa $234
Compare Hotels in Akureyri and Pisa
Looking for a hotel in Akureyri or Pisa? 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: Akureyri Hotel Prices and Pisa Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Akureyri $23Pisa $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $129
- Transfer to Akureyri Airport from your Stay: $42
- Seamless Transfer from Akureyri Airport to Your Stay: $42
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $32
- Transfer from Accommodation to Akureyri Airport: $28
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pisa
Also for Pisa, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Florence: Private Transfer from Pisa Airport (PSA): $218
- PRIVATE TRANSFER: from Pisa to Florence with private chauffeur: $113
- Pisa Airport (PSA) to Florence - Arrival Private Transfer: $129
- Pisa Airport (PSA) to Florence - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $258
- Pisa Airport (PSA) to Saturnia - Arrival Private Transfer: $268
- Pisa Airport to Florence Private Arrival Transfer: $182
- Pisa Airport: Transfer to/from Pisa Central Railway Station: $7.66
- Pisa Private Transfer from Pisa Airport to City centre: $122
- Train Transfer from Pisa Airport to San Giusto/Aurelia: $7.66
- Private Transfer From Pisa To Florence, English Speaking Driver: $219
- Private Transfer from Calci to Pisa (PSA) Airport: $89
- Private Transfer from Pisa (PSA) Airport to Calcinaia: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Akureyri or Pisa?
Prices for flights to both Pisa and Akureyri 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 dayAkureyri $71Pisa $114
Typical Food Prices in Pisa
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Pisa:
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Dinner$84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Pisa
For Pisa, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Pisa’s Ultimate Food Tour: Full Tuscan Meal by Do Eat Better: $79
- Dining experience at a local's home in Pontedera with cooking demo: $97
- Dining Experience at a local's Home in Carrara with Show Cooking: $97
- Pisa Private Cooking Class: $101
- Ultimate Food Tour with Full Tuscan Meal with a Local: $105
- Authentic Tuscan Cooking & Dinner with Local Hosts: $106
- Dine & Enjoy a Cooking Demo at Local's Home in Pisa: $113
- Pisa Traditional Food Tour: $136
- Private Home-made Pasta Cooking Class: $153
- Hands-On Cooking Class at a Local's Home: $171
- Pisa Private Food tour: Exclusive Local Delicacies: $187
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Akureyri $18Pisa $48
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Akureyri Lake Myvatn Godafoss and Lava Fields Tour: $180
- Akureyri Northern Light Tour: $140
- Akureyri Port: Dettifoss, Goðafoss and Lake Mývatn Tour: $293
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanical Garden Tour: $170
- Akureyri Port: Goðafoss and the Forest Lagoon Tour: $203
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $81
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Guided Tour with Lunch: $328
- Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $182
- Akureyri Port: Myvatn Nature Baths & Godafoss Waterfall Tour: $246
- Akureyri Private Tour Godafoss Myvatn Grjotagja Hverir Viti: $248
- Akureyri Private Walking Tour: $169
- Akureyri Private Walking Tour: $168
Tours and Activities in Pisa
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Pisa.
- Pisa Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.41
- Pisa Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $3.42
- Self-Guided Pisa Tour: Leaning Tower, Cathedral & Old Town: $4.55
- The best of a self-guided audio tour from Tuttomondo to the Leaning Tower: $8.99
- Pisa's UNESCO Square: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Pisa Tuscany Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $11
- Entry Ticket to Baptistery & Cathedral: $12
- Entry Ticket to Camposanto Monumentale: $12
- Cathedral, Baptistery, Camposanto & Museums Ticket: $16
- Pisa:Piazza dei Miracoli Walking Tour & Leaning Tower Option: $21
- Leaning Tower Pisa Complex Entry Ticket without Tower Climb: $22
- Cathedral Guided Tour & Optional Leaning Tower Ticket: $22
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAkureyri $15Pisa $23
Sample the Local Flavors in Pisa
Also in Pisa, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $55
- Wine Tasting with Local Bites in Pisa near the Tower: $56
- Cathedral Guided Tour and Tower tickets & wine tasting: $93
- From Pisa or Lucca: Half-Day Tuscany Chianti Wine Tasting: $99
- Guided tour in San Miniato and wine tasting!: $103
- Vespa Tour with Lunch & 2 Wine Tastings in Chianti: $105
- Pisa Gourmet Food and Tuscan Wine Tasting Tour: $146
- Tuscan Wine Tour by van from Pisa: $187
- Chianti Classico Wine Tour and San Gimignano Visit Half Day: $194
- "Ramble Through The Rolling Hills Of Chianti" with lunch & Wine Tastings: $285
- Volterra & San Gimignano:Tour, Lunch & Chianti Wine Tasting: $296
- Volterra & San Gimignano with Wine Tasting Private Tour: $943
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Akureyri and Pisa, we can see that Pisa is more expensive. And not only is Akureyri much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Akureyri would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Akureyri 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 Pisa would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pisa than you might in Akureyri.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Akureyri Expensive? and Is Pisa Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Akureyri or Pisa?
Pisa has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Akureyri and Pisa, 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 Akureyri or Pisa?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Akureyri or Pisa in the Summer?
Both Pisa and Akureyri during the summer are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to Pisa for the beaches and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Akureyri is much colder than Pisa. Typically, the summer temperatures in Akureyri in July average around 11°C (52°F), and Pisa averages at about 23°C (73°F).
In Pisa, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Akureyri often gets less sunshine than Pisa. Akureyri gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 316 hours of full sun.
Akureyri usually gets more rain in July than Pisa. Akureyri gets 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAkureyri 11°C (52°F)Pisa 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Akureyri or Pisa in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Akureyri and Pisa. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Pisa because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Akureyri can be very cold during autumn. In October, Akureyri is generally much colder than Pisa. Daily temperatures in Akureyri average around 3°C (38°F), and Pisa fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Akureyri usually receives less sunshine than Pisa during autumn. Akureyri gets 52 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Pisa receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Akureyri usually receives less rain than Pisa. Akureyri gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAkureyri 3°C (38°F)Pisa 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Akureyri or Pisa in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Akureyri as well as Pisa. Additionally, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Pisa this time of year.
The weather in Akureyri can be very cold. Akureyri is much colder than Pisa in the winter. The daily temperature in Akureyri averages around -2°C (28°F) in January, and Pisa fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In the winter, Akureyri often gets less sunshine than Pisa. Akureyri gets 7 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pisa receives 105 hours of full sun.
Akureyri usually gets less rain in January than Pisa. Akureyri gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAkureyri -2°C (28°F)Pisa 7°C (45°F)
Should I visit Akureyri or Pisa in the Spring?
Both Pisa and Akureyri are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Pisa for the beaches and the natural beauty.
It's quite cold in Akureyri in the spring. In the spring, Akureyri is much colder than Pisa. Typically, the spring temperatures in Akureyri in April average around 2°C (36°F), and Pisa averages at about 13°C (55°F).
Akureyri usually receives less sunshine than Pisa during spring. Akureyri gets 130 hours of sunny skies, while Pisa receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pisa. In April, Akureyri usually receives less rain than Pisa. Akureyri gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Pisa receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAkureyri 2°C (36°F)Pisa 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Pisa and Akureyri
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (31°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 2°C (36°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 19 mm (0.8 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 10°C (50°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 11°C (52°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 11°C (51°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 7°C (44°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
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