Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Berlin?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Berlin or Lodz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Berlin or Lodz, 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 Lodz?
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.
Lodz
Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Cultural Tours in Germany, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBerlin €137Lodz €30
The average daily cost (per person) in Berlin is €137, while the average daily cost in Lodz is €30. 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 Lodz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBerlin €64Lodz €13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBerlin €128Lodz €26
Compare Hotels in Berlin and Lodz
Looking for a hotel in Berlin or Lodz? 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 Lodz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Berlin €18Lodz €6.38
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€1.40
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Bahn Ticket€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Welcome/Farewell SightseeingTaxi Tour +Transfer from/to the airport: $97
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin HTL-APT (SXF): $300
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Skip-the-line Charlottenburg Palace Private Tour & Transfers: $204
- Round Trip Private Transfer Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin by Business Car: $258
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with stops at Potsdam + Sanssouci Palace: $295
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $267
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Meissen Porcelain Manufactory stop: $261
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $727
- Private arrival OR departure transfer from/to airport of Berlin: $142
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Sedan Car: $103
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Van: $112
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Berlin or Lodz?
Prices for flights to both Lodz 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 €52Lodz €10
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€5.00
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Turkish Sandwich€2.00
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Currywurst€2.00
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2 Pho Noodles€9.00
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)€60
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Mauer Park (2)€11
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Coffees at Impala€7.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 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
- Berlin Mitte kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
- Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $63
- Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $70
- Evening Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Berlin €22Lodz €5.43
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)€20
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour : $22
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin.: $32
- (E) Bike Tour for Non Bikers option Rickshaw Shared Guide: $48
- 2 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $59
- 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 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $73
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Tiergarten and Berlin's Hidden Places: $35
- 3-Hour Private Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $184
- 3D Adventure black light mini golf (Berlin): $21
- 4 Hours 2 Person Highlights Berlin Rickshaw Tour with Guide : $207
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
- Krakow and Auschwitz Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $289
- Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
- Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBerlin €16Lodz €5.35
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€14
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: $24
- Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
- Berlin Pub Crawl and Nightlife Clubbing tour: $26
- The Showgirls of Burlesque: $46
- Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $69
- Berlin:sunset boat trip with Argentine wine tasting and food: $214
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $250
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $255
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Berlin and Lodz, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin than you might in Lodz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Berlin Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Berlin or Lodz?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Lodz. When comparing the sizes of Berlin and Lodz, 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 Lodz?
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 Lodz in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Berlin and Lodz. Most visitors come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Berlin is around the same temperature as Lodz in the summer. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Lodz fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lodz this time of the year. In Berlin, it's very sunny this time of the year. Berlin usually receives less sunshine than Lodz during summer. Berlin gets 227 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 353 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Berlin usually receives less rain than Lodz. Berlin gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBerlin 19°C (66°F)Lodz 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Lodz in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Berlin as well as Lodz. The autumn months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Berlin is around the same temperature as Lodz. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Berlin in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Lodz averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In the autumn, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Lodz. Berlin gets 106 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 135 hours of full sun.
Berlin usually gets less rain in October than Lodz. Berlin gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBerlin 10°C (50°F)Lodz 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Lodz in the Winter?
Both Lodz and Berlin are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Lodz. It's quite cold in Berlin in the winter. In January, Berlin is generally much warmer than Lodz. Daily temperatures in Berlin average around -0°C (31°F), and Lodz fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Berlin usually receives more sunshine than Lodz during winter. Berlin gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 35 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Berlin usually receives more rain than Lodz. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBerlin -0°C (31°F)Lodz -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Berlin or Lodz in the Spring?
Both Lodz and Berlin during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Berlin for the activities around the city.
Berlin is around the same temperature as Lodz in the spring. The daily temperature in Berlin averages around 9°C (47°F) in April, and Lodz fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In Lodz, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Berlin often gets less sunshine than Lodz. Berlin gets 160 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 247 hours of full sun.
Berlin usually gets more rain in April than Lodz. Berlin gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBerlin 9°C (47°F)Lodz 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Lodz and Berlin
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 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.