A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Brasov vs. Lodz for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Brasov or Lodz?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Brasov 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: Brasov or Lodz?

Brasov

Brasov is a mountain resort city in the region of Transylvania in Romania, surrounded by the Carpathian Mountains and best known for its medieval architecture and history.

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 Luxury Tours to Romania, The Best Budget Tours to Romania, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Brasov?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Brasov is $60, while the average daily cost in Lodz is $32. 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 Brasov and Lodz in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Brasov $23
    Lodz $14
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Brasov $46
    Lodz $28
Compare Hotels in Brasov and Lodz

Looking for a hotel in Brasov 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.

Hotels in Brasov


Hotels in Lodz


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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: Brasov Hotel Prices and Lodz Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Brasov $18
    Lodz $6.80

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brasov

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brasov:

  • Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest with Hotel Pick-up: $66
  • Transfer Bucuresti - Brasov: $365
  • Private transfer from OTP Airport to Brasov or Return: $140
  • Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $251
  • Private Airport Transfers from Bucharest: $77
  • Premium Private Transfer : Bucharest Airport to/from Brasov: $249
  • Departure Private Transfer from Brasov to Bucharest Airport OTP in Business Car: $147
  • Bucharest to Brasov - Private Transfer: $322
  • Bucharest Private Transfer to/from Brasov: $140
  • Brasov to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $322
  • Bran Castle of Dracula Yourself : Private Round-Trip Transfer from Brasov City: $87
  • Airport transfer, Bucharest tour, Prahova Valley tour: $21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz

Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
  • Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138

Is it cheaper to fly into Brasov or Lodz?

Prices for flights to both Lodz and Brasov 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
    Brasov $26
    Lodz $11

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
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Brasov $9.63
    Lodz $5.79

Tours and Activities in Brasov

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

  • Bran Castle Entry Tickets : $24
  • PIATRA CRAIULUI NATIONAL PARK eBike tour(BRASOV): $87
  • 3 Castles : Peles ,Bran ,Cantacuzino Wednesday filming site-Tour from Brasov : $98
  • Bear Sanctuary, Bran Castle & Rasnov Fortress - tour from Brasov: $65
  • Bear watching experience near Brasov: $148
  • Best day adventure: Transfagarasan private tour from Brasov: $150
  • Bran Castle - Guided Tour: $43
  • Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Entrance Fees Included - Optional Peles Castle Visit: $88
  • Bran Castle and Rasnov Fortress Tour from Brasov with Optional Peles Castle Visit: $50
  • Bran Castle, Bear Sanctuary and Palinca from Brasov with Tickets: $207
  • Bran and Rasnov Castles Tour from Brasov: $54
  • Brasov City Tour - Visit the CROWN City included Black Church entrance: $85

Tours and Activities in Lodz

For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
  • Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
  • Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
  • Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
  • Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
  • Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
  • Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
  • Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
  • Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
  • Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
  • Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
  • Warsaw Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $270

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Brasov $7.83
    Lodz $5.71

Sample the Local Flavors in Brasov

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brasov:

  • Bran Castle, Rasnov Fortress and Palinca Distillery Day Trip From Brasov: $98
  • Bran (Dracula) Castle, Bear Sanctuary, Rasnov Fortress & Palinca Distillery: $108
  • DayTour to Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Wine tasting at Azuga cellar: $136
  • Bran “Dracula’s” Castle + Peles Castle + Brandy at Rasnov Distillery: $153


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brasov and Lodz, we can see that Brasov 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 Brasov would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brasov 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 Brasov Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Brasov or Lodz?

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

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 Brasov or Lodz in the Summer?

Both Lodz and Brasov during the summer are popular places to visit.

In the summer, Brasov is a little warmer than Lodz. Typically, the summer temperatures in Brasov in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Lodz averages at about 19°C (65°F).

In Lodz, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Brasov. In the summer, Brasov often gets less sunshine than Lodz. Brasov gets 288 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 353 hours of full sun.

Brasov usually gets less rain in July than Lodz. Brasov gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Brasov 23°C (73°F) 
    Lodz 19°C (65°F)

Should I visit Brasov or Lodz in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Brasov and Lodz.

In October, Brasov is generally a little warmer than Lodz. Daily temperatures in Brasov average around 13°C (55°F), and Lodz fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).

Brasov usually receives more sunshine than Lodz during autumn. Brasov gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 135 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Brasov usually receives less rain than Lodz. Brasov gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Brasov 13°C (55°F) 
    Lodz 9°C (49°F)

Should I visit Brasov or Lodz in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Brasov as well as Lodz.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Lodz. It's quite cold in Brasov in the winter. Brasov is much warmer than Lodz in the winter. The daily temperature in Brasov averages around -1°C (30°F) in January, and Lodz fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).

In the winter, Brasov often gets more sunshine than Lodz. Brasov gets 85 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 35 hours of full sun.

Brasov usually gets more rain in January than Lodz. Brasov gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Brasov -1°C (30°F) 
    Lodz -3°C (27°F)

Should I visit Brasov or Lodz in the Spring?

Both Lodz and Brasov are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

In the spring, Brasov is a little warmer than Lodz. Typically, the spring temperatures in Brasov in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Lodz averages at about 9°C (47°F).

It's quite sunny in Lodz. Brasov usually receives less sunshine than Lodz during spring. Brasov gets 188 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 247 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Brasov usually receives more rain than Lodz. Brasov gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Brasov 12°C (54°F) 
    Lodz 9°C (47°F)

Typical Weather for Lodz and Brasov

Brasov Lodz
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -1°C (30°F) 28 mm (1.1 in) -3°C (27°F) 22 mm (0.9 in)
Feb 1°C (34°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) -1°C (30°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Mar 6°C (42°F) 26 mm (1 in) 3°C (37°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 12°C (54°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 9°C (47°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 18°C (64°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 80 mm (3.1 in) 17°C (63°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 19°C (65°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 18°C (65°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Sep 19°C (66°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 14°C (58°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Oct 13°C (55°F) 26 mm (1 in) 9°C (49°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Nov 6°C (44°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 4°C (39°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Dec 1°C (35°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) -0°C (31°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)