A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Antwerp vs. Plzen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Antwerp or Plzen?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Antwerp and Plzen can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Antwerp or Plzen?

Antwerp

Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.

Plzen

Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Plzen or Antwerp?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Antwerp is €123, while the average daily cost in Plzen 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 Antwerp and Plzen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Antwerp 71
    Plzen 57
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Antwerp 142
    Plzen 114
Compare Hotels in Antwerp and Plzen

Looking for a hotel in Antwerp or Plzen? 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.

Hotels in Antwerp


Hotels in Plzen


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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: Antwerp Hotel Prices and Plzen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Antwerp 12
    Plzen 7.72

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:

  • Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $69
  • Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $87
  • Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $142
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $165
  • Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $176

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plzen

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:

  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $88
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $117
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $273

Is it cheaper to fly into Antwerp or Plzen?

Prices for flights to both Plzen and Antwerp 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Antwerp 39
    Plzen 29

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.

  • 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $68
  • 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Antwerp 8.21
    Plzen 20

Tours and Activities in Antwerp

Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Historical Walking Tour in Antwerp Old City: $2.60
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
  • Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.29
  • Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp: $3.30
  • Escape Game and Tour: $7.06
  • Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.18
  • Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.14
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.14
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
  • Walking Tour: Highlights of Antwerp: $17
  • Walking Tour Big five Rubens' churches (audio): $17

Tours and Activities in Plzen

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Plzen are as follows:

  • Pilsen: Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.69
  • Pilsen Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.81
  • Pilsen: Old Town Gastronomy Tour: $33
  • Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $202
  • Experience Best Prague Tandem Skydiving : $252
  • Private Tour to Pilsner Urquell from Prague: $273

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Antwerp 18
    Plzen 22

Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp

Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $16
  • City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
  • Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $62
  • Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $66
  • Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $98

Sample the Local Flavors in Plzen

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:

  • Brewery Museum Entrance including a Glass of Beer: $6.61
  • Pilsen: Brewery Museum Entrance with a Glass of Beer: $7.06
  • Pilsen: Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $17
  • Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $18
  • Pilsen Highlights Small-Group Tour and Pilsner Brewery Tour including Lunch and Beer Tasting: $109
  • Pilsner brewery tour incl beer tasting & Czech town Pilsen: $141


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antwerp and Plzen, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Plzen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plzen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plzen 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp than you might in Plzen.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antwerp Expensive? and Is Plzen Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Antwerp or Plzen?

Antwerp has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Plzen. When comparing the sizes of Antwerp and Plzen, 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 Antwerp or Plzen?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Antwerp or Plzen in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Antwerp and Plzen. Many travelers come to Antwerp for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Antwerp is generally cooler than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 17°C (63°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Plzen this time of the year. In Antwerp, it's very sunny this time of the year. Antwerp usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Plzen during summer. Antwerp gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Antwerp usually receives less rain than Plzen. Antwerp gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Antwerp 17°C (63°F) 
    Plzen 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Antwerp or Plzen in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Antwerp as well as Plzen. Many visitors come to Antwerp in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

Antwerp is a little warmer than Plzen in the autumn. The daily temperature in Antwerp averages around 12°C (54°F) in October, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the autumn, Antwerp often gets less sunshine than Plzen. Antwerp gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun.

Antwerp usually gets more rain in October than Plzen. Antwerp gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Antwerp 12°C (54°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Antwerp or Plzen in the Winter?

Both Plzen and Antwerp are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Antwerp for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

The weather in Plzen can be very cold. Antwerp can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Antwerp is much warmer than Plzen. Typically, the winter temperatures in Antwerp in January average around 3°C (38°F), and Plzen averages at about -1°C (31°F).

Antwerp usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Plzen during winter. Antwerp gets 47 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Antwerp usually receives more rain than Plzen. Antwerp gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Antwerp 3°C (38°F) 
    Plzen -1°C (31°F)

Should I visit Antwerp or Plzen in the Spring?

Both Plzen and Antwerp during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the activities around the city.

In April, Antwerp is generally cooler than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 8°C (47°F), and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the spring, Antwerp often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Plzen. Antwerp gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun.

Antwerp usually gets more rain in April than Plzen. Antwerp gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Antwerp 8°C (47°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Plzen and Antwerp

Antwerp Plzen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 3°C (38°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) -1°C (31°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb 3°C (38°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 2°C (35°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 6°C (42°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 6°C (42°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 8°C (47°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 11°C (51°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 12°C (54°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 17°C (63°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 20°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 18°C (64°F) 67 mm (2.6 in) 19°C (67°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Sep 16°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 12°C (54°F) 78 mm (3.1 in) 11°C (51°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 7°C (45°F) 75 mm (2.9 in) 5°C (41°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Dec 5°C (40°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 1°C (34°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)