Which place is cheaper, Levi or Budapest?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Budapest or Levi?
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 Budapest and Levi can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Budapest or Levi?
Budapest
Budapest is the capital city of Hungary. It has been called the "Paris of the East" because of its impressive architecture and general beauty. It was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987 because of its cultural importance, its location on the Banks of the Danube, the Buda Castle Quarter and Andrassy Avenue. In addition to its rich history, Budapest still has a young vibe with a lot of energy. There's an active night life, an impressive music scene, and a good reputation with European youth.
Levi
Levi is a micro city or resort town in the village if Sirkka in Finnish Lapland. In Levi, being impressed by the natural surroundings is inescapable: from river valleys and frozen lakes up to the fells with spectacular views over the Lappish landscape, Levi is all about northern nature at its best. During the winter months, from mid-November to mid-May, Levi is Finland's most popular ski resort with a total of 44 runs serviced by 28 lifts. Its Samiland Exhibition explores the culture of the indigenous Sami people through photos, objects and recreated buildings. Nearby is Pallas-Yllastunturi National Park, with its Arctic fells and remains of the Linkupalo Volcano.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Budapest, The Best 2-Week Tours from Budapest, The Best Luxury Tours to Finland, and The Best Budget Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBudapest $89Levi $136
The average daily cost (per person) in Budapest is $89, while the average daily cost in Levi is $136. 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 Budapest and Levi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBudapest $49Levi $66
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBudapest $98Levi $132
Compare Hotels in Budapest and Levi
Looking for a hotel in Budapest or Levi? 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: Budapest Hotel Prices and Levi Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Budapest $10Levi $52
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Budapest
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Budapest:
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Short Taxi Ride$6.91
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Metro Pass$3.79
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Budapest
Also for Budapest, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in Budapest HTL-APT (BUD): $57
- Transfer from Vienna to Budapest: $706
- T72 Tank Driving with Hummer Transfer: $1,581
- Private transfer from Budapest to Zagreb: $930
- Private transfer from Budapest to Vienna: $588
- Private transfer from Budapest to Prague: $1,059
- Private transfer from Budapest to Bratislava with Hotel or Airport pick-up: $276
- Private transfer between Budapest and Vienna: $471
- Private Transfer in Budapest: $76
- Private Transfer from Budapest to Zagreb with 2 hours for sightseeing: $267
- Private Transfer from Budapest to Zadar, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $282
- Private Transfer from Budapest to Vienna, English-speaking driver: $196
Is it cheaper to fly into Budapest or Levi?
Prices for flights to both Levi and Budapest 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 dayBudapest $23Levi $36
Typical Food Prices in Budapest
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Budapest:
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Lunch$3.37
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Budapest
For Budapest, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Traveling Spoon Hungarian Goulash Private Online Cooking Class: $40
- Downtown Budapest Cruise with Pizza and Beer: $45
- Pizza & Beer Downtown Budapest Cruise: $46
- Vegan Hungarian Food Tour (full meals): $51
- Medieval Dinner Show with Drinks: $52
- Private Street Food Tour: $59
- Danube Cruise with Hungarian Dinner and Live Music: $74
- Budapest Danube Cruise with Buffet Dinner, Performances and Music: $75
- Evening Cruise and Dinner with Champagne: $86
- Lángos (Hungary’s nr1 streetfood) cooking class: $87
- Candlelit Dinner River Cruise with Live Music: $91
- Budapest Danube River Candlelit Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $93
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Budapest $22Levi $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Budapest
For Budapest, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Entrance to the Baths for Two$6.77
Tours and Activities in Budapest
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Budapest.
- Danube Bend Private All Day Tour with Lunch, with entrance fees and cruise: $164
- Private Budapest city tour with a daytime Danube river cruise: $240
- 101 things you have to see in Budapest - Full Day Tour with Lunch & Dessert: $185
- 10PM Budapest Danube Cruise with Live Music & Food or Drinks : $20
- 2 Hours Buda Castle Walking Tour - Walk with a Historian: $38
- 2 Hours Jewish Heritage Walking Tour - Walk with a Historian: $49
- 2 Hours Private Scenic Photo Tour Around Budapest: $156
- 2-Hour Private Market Tour in Budapest With Free Tastings: $59
- 22 Dog-statues in Budapest - an unusual tour: $25
- 3 Hours Budapest Segway Grand City Tour Buda, Margaret and Pest: $93
- 3-Hour Jewish Quarter Walking Tour in Budapest with Historian: $55
- 3-Hour Orientation Walking Tour of Buda and Pest: $37
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBudapest $18Levi $9.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Budapest
Also in Budapest, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- The Original Budapest Pub Crawl - One Hour Open Bar + Free Shots: $17
- 5-Hour Pub Crawl through Ruin Bars: $21
- Ultimate Budapest Pub Crawl: $23
- Ultimate Budapest Pub Crawl: $23
- Bingo Bar Crawl: $25
- Budapest Original Ruin Pub Crawl Including 5 Shots: $28
- Ruin Bar Pub Crawl with Entry Tickets: $29
- Detective Pub Crawl Game by App: $38
- 8-Tier Hungarian Wine Tasting in a Cozy Downtown Wine Bar: $38
- Tipsy Tour Fun Bar Crawl with a Local Guide: $42
- Drunken History Bar Crawl Tour with Local Drinks: $42
- Hungarian Wine Tasting (with Cheese and Charcuterie) in Budapest: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Budapest and Levi, we can see that Levi is more expensive. And not only is Budapest much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Budapest would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Budapest 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 Levi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Levi than you might in Budapest.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Budapest Expensive? and Is Levi Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Budapest or Levi?
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 Budapest or Levi in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Budapest and Levi. Many visitors come to Budapest in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Budapest is generally a little warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Budapest average around 21°C (70°F), and Levi fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Levi this time of the year. In Budapest, it's very sunny this time of the year. Budapest usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Levi during summer. Budapest gets 278 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 274 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Budapest usually receives less rain than Levi. Budapest gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Levi receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBudapest 21°C (70°F)Levi 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Budapest or Levi in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Budapest as well as Levi. Most visitors come to Budapest for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
The weather in Levi can be very cold. Budapest is much warmer than Levi in the autumn. The daily temperature in Budapest averages around 12°C (53°F) in October, and Levi fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
In the autumn, Budapest often gets more sunshine than Levi. Budapest gets 152 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 59 hours of full sun.
Budapest usually gets less rain in October than Levi. Budapest gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Levi receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBudapest 12°C (53°F)Levi 0°C (33°F)
Should I visit Budapest or Levi in the Winter?
Both Levi and Budapest are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Budapest because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Levi in the winter. The weather in Budapest can be very cold. In the winter, Budapest is much warmer than Levi. Typically, the winter temperatures in Budapest in January average around -1°C (31°F), and Levi averages at about -15°C (5°F).
Budapest usually receives more sunshine than Levi during winter. Budapest gets 61 hours of sunny skies, while Levi receives 11 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Budapest usually receives more rain than Levi. Budapest gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Levi receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBudapest -1°C (31°F)Levi -15°C (5°F)
Should I visit Budapest or Levi in the Spring?
Both Levi and Budapest during the spring are popular places to visit. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Budapest this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Levi. In April, Budapest is generally much warmer than Levi. Daily temperatures in Budapest average around 12°C (53°F), and Levi fluctuates around -1°C (30°F).
In the spring, Budapest often gets less sunshine than Levi. Budapest gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Levi receives 196 hours of full sun.
Budapest usually gets more rain in April than Levi. Budapest gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Levi receives 21 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBudapest 12°C (53°F)Levi -1°C (30°F)
Typical Weather for Levi and Budapest
| Budapest | Levi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -1°C (31°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -15°C (5°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (35°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -13°C (8°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (44°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | -8°C (18°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (53°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| May | 16°C (62°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 21°C (69°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 17°C (63°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (53°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | -8°C (19°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (34°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | -13°C (9°F) | 24 mm (1 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.