Which place is cheaper, Honolulu or Berlin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berlin or Honolulu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Honolulu, 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 Honolulu?
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.
Honolulu
Hawaii's capital city of Honolulu, on the island of Oahu, is the state's center for government, finance, and transportation. It's also the home of Waikiki Beach, one of the most famous beaches in the state of Hawaii. Nearly one million people live in this Honolulu metropolitan area. This is almost 80% of the state's population. The city is not the relaxed Hawaiian destination that you might be searching for, but is instead a fast paced, cosmopolitan city. In addition to attracting many tourists every year, you'll also find international businesses, military defense and a diverse culture and population.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Cultural Tours in Germany, The Best Cultural Tours in United States of America, and The Best Photography Tours in United States of America.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerlin $149Honolulu $284
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is $149, while the average daily cost in Honolulu is $284. 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 Honolulu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerlin $69Honolulu $183
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerlin $138Honolulu $366
Compare Hotels in Berlin and Honolulu
Looking for a hotel in Berlin or Honolulu? 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 Honolulu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berlin $19Honolulu $26
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$1.52
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Bahn Ticket$3.25
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Short Taxi Ride$22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $702
- Private Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers: $365
- Trabi Limousine Airport Transfer with City Tour: $356
- Private Minivan Transfer with Driver and Guide: $319
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Nuremberg with 2h of Sightseeing: $276
- Classic Remise Private Tour with Transfer: $270
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $268
- Berlin City Experience Tour with Hotel Transfers by car or minivan: $257
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Prague, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $246
- Skip-the-line Charlottenburg Palace Private Tour & Transfers: $203
- Private Transfer from Berlin Airport to Berlin Hotels: $176
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Honolulu
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Honolulu are as follows:
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Rental Car for One Day$35
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Airport Shuttle for Two$30
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Hilton Parking$24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Honolulu
Also for Honolulu, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Round-Trip Transfer: Honolulu International Airport to Hotel or Cruise Terminal: $271
- Arrival Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Beach Resorts by SUV: $211
- VIP Transfer: Ko Olina to Honolulu Airport or Vice Versa: $199
- Chief's Luau Admission Including Transfers: $181
- HNL Airport & Waikiki Private Transfer by Brand New Mercedes Van: $160
- Arrival Private Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Beach Resorts by Executive Car: $157
- Oahu: 3 Ziplines and Coral Crater Tour with Transfer: $147
- Honolulu Airport & Waikiki Hotels Private Transfer by Passenger Van(up to 14ppl): $140
- VIP Transfer Between Waikiki & Honolulu Airport, /vice versa: $136
- VIP Transfer Between Waikiki and Honolulu Airport, Vice versa: $135
- Honolulu Private Transfer from/to Airport,Port (1-12 Passengers): $110
- Private Transfer Honolulu Airport HNL to Waikiki by Sedan: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Honolulu?
Prices for flights to both Honolulu 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 $56Honolulu $53
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$5.42
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Turkish Sandwich$2.17
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Currywurst$2.17
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2 Pho Noodles$9.75
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$65
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Mauer Park (2)$12
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Coffees at Impala$8.45
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Comedy Ticket including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $18
- English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $28
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
- Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $63
- Evening Food Tour by Bike: $69
- Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $69
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $79
Typical Food Prices in Honolulu
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Honolulu:
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Dinner for Two$73
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Lapperts Hawaii Ice Cream$5.55
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Chai's Island Bistro (for 2)$53
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Cheeseburger Waikiki (for 2)$34
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Matsumoto Shave Ice (for 2)$7.50
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Hot Dog with the Fixins'$8.30
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Sushi Dinner for Two$73
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Honolulu
For Honolulu, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hawaii Food Tour - Off The Beaten Path : $150
- Lanai Tabura curated Aloha Plate Hawaii Food Tour from Honolulu: $208
- Lanai Tabura curated Private Aloha Plate Food Tour from Honolulu: $239
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berlin $24Honolulu $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)$21
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- E-scooter Sightseeing Tours in Berlin: $66
- East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour : $22
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin.: $32
- The Best of Most Famous Sites Walking Tour: $21
- (E) Bike Tour for Non bikers addtional Rickshaw is possible: $37
- 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $49
- 2 Hour Berlin Small Group Segway Tour: $76
- 2 Hours E-Scooter Tour: $60
- 2-Hour Private Berlin Walking Tour, Berlin in the Third Reich and Cold War: $213
- 2-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $75
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Tiergarten and Berlin's Hidden Places: $35
- 3-Hour Private Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $185
Typical Entertainment Prices in Honolulu
For Honolulu, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Parking for Hike$5.00
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Pearl Harbor Audio Tour for Two$12
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2 hr Dinner Cruise$85
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1 Day Kayak Rental$36
Tours and Activities in Honolulu
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Honolulu.
- Pearl Harbor USS Arizona Memorial, small group Tour: $80
- 'Lost' and Movie Tour: $200
- 1 Hour Private Luxury Classic Car Sightseeing City Tour Honolulu: $138
- 3 Hour Sunrise Photo Tour with Malasada: $65
- 3 Hour Waikiki Waterslide and Ocean Playground Cruise: $113
- 5 Hour Half Day Island Jeep Tour: $190
- 5 Hour Small Group Tour in Pearl Harbor and Honolulu: $145
- 5-Star Oahu Sightseeing with local food & shrimp plate included: $133
- 6 Hour Local Food Plate Jeep Tour: $230
- 6 Zipline Tour at Coral Crater Adventure Park with Trans: $235
- 8 Hour Circle Island Jeep Tour: $275
- Afternoon Honolulu City Tour: $144
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerlin $18Honolulu $6.47
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$15
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original One80 Berlin Pub Crawl: $16
- VIP Pub Crawl with Drinks and Challenges: $16
- brewery tour with beer tasting: $19
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $23
- Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
- Berlin Pub Crawl and Nightlife Clubbing tour: $26
- Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $69
- Wine Tasting, Antipasti and Cheese: $74
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $249
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $255
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $399
- Berlin Tour by Car, Meal at Reichstag, Choc & Wine Tasting: $658
Sample the Local Flavors in Honolulu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Honolulu:
- Shaxi Dive Bar Tour: $37
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Honolulu, we can see that Honolulu is more expensive. And not only is Berlin much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Berlin is in Europe and Honolulu is in North 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 Berlin would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Berlin 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 Honolulu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Honolulu than you might in Berlin.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berlin Expensive? and Is Honolulu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Berlin or Honolulu?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Honolulu. When comparing the sizes of Berlin and Honolulu, 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 Honolulu?
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 Berlin or Honolulu in the Summer?
Both Honolulu and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
In July, Berlin is generally cooler than Honolulu. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 19°C (66°F), and Honolulu fluctuates around 81°F (27°C).
It's quite sunny in Honolulu. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Berlin. Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Honolulu during summer. Berlin gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Honolulu receives 303 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Berlin usually receives more rain than Honolulu. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 0.6 inches (15 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBerlin 19°C (66°F)Honolulu 81°F (27°C)
Should I visit Berlin or Honolulu in the Autumn?
Both Honolulu and Berlin during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Berlin for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Berlin is much colder than Honolulu in the autumn. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Honolulu fluctuates around 80°F (26°C).
In Honolulu, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Honolulu. Berlin gets 106 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Honolulu receives 246 hours of full sun.
Berlin usually gets less rain in October than Honolulu. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 2.1 inches (54 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBerlin 10°C (50°F)Honolulu 80°F (26°C)
Should I visit Berlin or Honolulu in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Honolulu. Many visitors come to Berlin in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Berlin can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Berlin is much colder than Honolulu. Typically, the winter temperatures in Berlin in January average around -0°C (31°F), and Honolulu averages at about 73°F (23°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Honolulu this time of the year. Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Honolulu during winter. Berlin gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Honolulu receives 212 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Berlin usually receives less rain than Honolulu. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 3.9 inches (99 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBerlin -0°C (31°F)Honolulu 73°F (23°C)
Should I visit Berlin or Honolulu in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Honolulu. Most visitors come to Berlin for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Berlin is generally much colder than Honolulu. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around 9°C (47°F), and Honolulu fluctuates around 76°F (24°C).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Honolulu. In the spring, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Honolulu. Berlin gets 160 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Honolulu receives 253 hours of full sun.
Berlin usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Honolulu. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Honolulu receives 1.7 inches (42 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBerlin 9°C (47°F)Honolulu 76°F (24°C)
Typical Weather for Honolulu and Berlin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (99 mm) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 2.1 inches (53 mm) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 74°F (24°C) | 2.4 inches (61 mm) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 76°F (24°C) | 1.7 inches (42 mm) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 1.4 inches (35 mm) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 0.5 inches (12 mm) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.6 inches (15 mm) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.4 inches (11 mm) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 81°F (27°C) | 0.7 inches (19 mm) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 80°F (26°C) | 2.1 inches (54 mm) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 77°F (25°C) | 3.3 inches (84 mm) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 74°F (23°C) | 3.9 inches (98 mm) |
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