A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Brno vs. Milan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Brno or Milan?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Brno and Milan can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Brno or Milan?

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

Milan

Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.


Which place is cheaper, Milan or Brno?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Brno is $131, while the average daily cost in Milan is $180. 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 Brno and Milan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Brno $72
    Milan $104
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Brno $144
    Milan $208
Compare Hotels in Brno and Milan

Looking for a hotel in Brno or Milan? 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 Brno


Hotels in Milan


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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: Brno Hotel Prices and Milan Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Brno $2.63
    Milan $38

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $141
  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.26

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:


  • Train to Airport
    $7.58
  • Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)
    $24
  • Taxi From Airport
    $97
  • Public Transit Day Pass
    $4.87
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $7.72

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan

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

  • Milan to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer : $46
  • Milan to Como hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $106
  • Airport Transfer: Malpensa Airport MXP to Milan by Luxury Van: $139
  • Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Car LIN airport to Milan: $101
  • Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Van LIN airport to Milan: $81
  • Arrival Private Transfer: Malpensa Airport MXP to Milan in Luxury Van: $139
  • Arrival Private Transfer: Milan MXP Airport to Milan City by Luxury Car: $203
  • Arrival Private Transfer: Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse in Luxury Van: $92
  • BERGAMO ORIO AL SERIO - MILANO airport transfer: $190
  • BERGAMO ORIO AL SERIO - Milano airport transfer with private Luxury Van: $185
  • Basel : Private Transfer to/from Milan Malpensa Airport: $1,012
  • Bellagio : Private Transfer to/from Milan Malpensa Airport: $277

Is it cheaper to fly into Brno or Milan?

Prices for flights to both Milan and Brno 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
    Brno $57
    Milan $42

Typical Food Prices in Milan

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:


  • Snack at Train Station
    $9.32
  • Restaurant Pizza
    $7.15
  • Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)
    $30
  • Three Course Dinner (for Two)
    $70
  • Cappuccino
    $1.77

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan

For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • PYT Milano Dinner Show with Live Music and DJ Set: $21
  • Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $29
  • Milan Gourmet Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $38
  • Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $45
  • Delicious Milan Street Food Tour Tasting and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $46
  • Eating Milan Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $46
  • Devour Milan Street Food Tour and Sightseeing: $46
  • Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $46
  • NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $59
  • NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $60
  • Local Market and Cooking Class with an Italian Chef: $69
  • Italian Cooking Class with Food and Wine: $69

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Brno -
    Milan $33

Tours and Activities in Brno

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

  • Top secrets of caves in Moravian Karst - Guided Day Tour: $228
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $38
  • 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $37
  • BMP tank driving experience Prague: $270
  • BMP tank ride & MagFed paintball adventure Prague: $128
  • Best of Czech Caves - Full-Day Hiking Tour in Moravian Karst: $250
  • Brno Private Walking Tour: $222
  • Brno daily tours: $71
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $152
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $78
  • Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $32
  • Private Walking Tour: $226

Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan

For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Stairs to Duomo Rooftop
    $7.58

Tours and Activities in Milan

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.20
  • The City Storytelling Experience: Art, History and Myths Come Together: $3.25
  • Milano Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $4.18
  • Giuseppe Verdi in Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.58
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring the Famous Five Days: $4.58
  • Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Age-Old Plants: $4.58
  • Unique Self-Guided Audio Tour on Alessandro Manzoni: $4.58
  • From Italy eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.79
  • Self-guided Audio tour of Milan's Duomo in French: $5.54
  • Secrets, Myths & Tales Unveiled on a Self-Guided Tour: $5.96
  • The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
  • City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.34

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Brno $2.31
    Milan $26

Sample the Local Flavors in Brno

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

  • Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $196

Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:


  • Cocktail at a Bar
    $9.10
  • Beer
    $3.63

Sample the Local Flavors in Milan

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:

  • Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $43
  • Wine Tasting Experience in Milan city centre: $44
  • Milan Wine Tasting Experience: $52
  • Milan Wine Tasting Aperitivo: $55
  • Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $87
  • Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $93
  • Best of Guided Tour with Duomo, Food & Wine Tasting: $159
  • Food and Wine Tasting enjoying the New Milan: $163
  • Brescia & Franciacorta Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $180
  • Cesarine: Small Group Veggie Class & Wine Tasting in Milan: $184
  • Brescia and Franciacorta winery area. Cultural and wine tasting small group tour: $184
  • Barolo wine Tasting, Alba, UNESCO Castle: Small Group from Milan: $206


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

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


Which is Bigger, Brno or Milan?

Milan has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Brno and Milan, 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 Brno or Milan?

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 Brno or Milan in the Summer?

Both Milan and Brno during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Milan this time of year.

In the summer, Brno is around the same temperature as Milan. Typically, the summer temperatures in Brno in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Milan averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In Milan, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Brno. In the summer, Brno often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Milan. Brno gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Milan receives 250 hours of full sun.

Brno usually gets more rain in July than Milan. Brno gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Milan receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Brno 23°C (73°F) 
    Milan 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Brno or Milan in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Brno and Milan. Also, many travelers come to Milan for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Brno is generally cooler than Milan. Daily temperatures in Brno average around 12°C (54°F), and Milan fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

Brno usually receives less sunshine than Milan during autumn. Brno gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Milan receives 152 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Milan receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Brno usually receives less rain than Milan. Brno gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Milan receives 103 mm (4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Brno 12°C (54°F) 
    Milan 15°C (58°F)

Should I visit Brno or Milan in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Brno as well as Milan. Also, many visitors come to Milan in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Milan can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Brno. Brno is much colder than Milan in the winter. The daily temperature in Brno averages around 2°C (36°F) in January, and Milan fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).

In the winter, Brno often gets less sunshine than Milan. Brno gets 49 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Milan receives 119 hours of full sun.

Brno usually gets less rain in January than Milan. Brno gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Milan receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Brno 2°C (36°F) 
    Milan 5°C (41°F)

Should I visit Brno or Milan in the Spring?

Both Milan and Brno are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Milan for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Brno is around the same temperature as Milan. Typically, the spring temperatures in Brno in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Milan averages at about 13°C (55°F).

Brno usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Milan during spring. Brno gets 167 hours of sunny skies, while Milan receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Brno usually receives less rain than Milan. Brno gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Milan receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Brno 13°C (55°F) 
    Milan 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Milan and Brno

Brno Milan
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (36°F) 25 mm (1 in) 5°C (41°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Feb 4°C (38°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 6°C (44°F) 60 mm (2.3 in)
Mar 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in) 10°C (49°F) 85 mm (3.4 in)
Apr 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 76 mm (3 in)
May 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (62°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Jun 20°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (69°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 23°C (73°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Aug 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 22°C (72°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Sep 18°C (64°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 19°C (67°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Oct 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 15°C (58°F) 103 mm (4 in)
Nov 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 9°C (49°F) 102 mm (4 in)
Dec 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in) 6°C (42°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)