A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Copenhagen vs. Akureyri for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Copenhagen or Akureyri?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Copenhagen and Akureyri 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: Copenhagen or Akureyri?

Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.

Akureyri

Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, and The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland.


Which place is cheaper, Akureyri or Copenhagen?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Copenhagen is $211, while the average daily cost in Akureyri is $142. 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 Copenhagen and Akureyri in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Copenhagen $91
    Akureyri $91
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Copenhagen $182
    Akureyri $182
Compare Hotels in Copenhagen and Akureyri

Looking for a hotel in Copenhagen or Akureyri? 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 Copenhagen


Hotels in Akureyri


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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: Copenhagen Hotel Prices and Akureyri Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Copenhagen $72
    Akureyri $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:


  • Bicycle Renting
    $62

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen

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

  • Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $105
  • Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $210
  • Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen hotel/address - Arrival Private Transfer: $105
  • Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $81
  • Copenhagen Port, Airport & City Private Transfer: $127
  • Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $155
  • Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $77
  • Copenhagen hotel or address to Malmö City - Private Round-Trip Transfer: $258
  • Copenhagen hotel/address to Copenhagen Port - Departure Private Transfer: $81
  • Departure Transfer: Copenhagen to Airport CPH by Luxuy Van: $135
  • Kastrup hotel or address to Malmö City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $93
  • Kastrup hotel/address to Malmö City - Private Arrival Transfer: $46

Is it cheaper to fly into Copenhagen or Akureyri?

Prices for flights to both Akureyri and Copenhagen 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
    Copenhagen $62
    Akureyri $36
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen

For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Hot Dogs
    $14

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen

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

  • The Copenhagen Culinary Experience Food Tour: $150
  • Private Authentic Home Indian Cooking & Dining Experience: $150
  • The Award-Winning PRIVATE Copenhagen Food Tour: 6 or 10 Tastings: $168

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Copenhagen $31
    Akureyri $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Boat Tour
    $8.69
  • Coffee
    $14

Tours and Activities in Copenhagen

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

  • Christiania Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.75
  • Monstour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Danish Folk Legends: $5.20
  • Danish Design: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
  • Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen: $5.99
  • Copenhagen's Royal History: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
  • The Philosopher's Last Walk: An audio tour on the life of Søren Kierkegaard: $5.99
  • Copenhagen Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.63
  • Boat Tour on Lake Fureso, Denmark's deepest lake : $15
  • Bagsværd Lake Boat Tour : $15
  • Boat Tour on Lyngby Lake, outside of Copenhagen: $15
  • Copenhagen Sightseeing Classic Canal Tour With Live Guide: $21
  • Small Group Tour Copenhagen Hygge and Highlights: $22

Tours and Activities in Akureyri

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

  • Akureyri Private Tour with Myvatn Nature Baths by Luxury VAN: $417
  • Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík : $154
  • Boat Tours from Siglufjörður: $80
  • Cruise Tour Godafoss and Myvatn Lake and Baths Small Group: $259
  • Day Tour Akureyri with Myvatn Nature Baths by Luxury VAN: $347
  • Deacon Horse Riding Tour: $142
  • Diamond Circle Day Tour from Akureyri: $297
  • Diamond Circle Myvatn Waterfalls, and Husavik from Akureyri Tour: $192
  • From Reykjavík: 6-Day Around Iceland Ring Road Tour: $1,822
  • Full day Lake Myvatn Classic tour: $178
  • Geothermal Sea-baths admission ticket: $44
  • Goðafoss- Waterfall of the Gods Tour from Akureyri: $175

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Copenhagen $14
    Akureyri $13

Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen

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

  • Pub Crawl Copenhagen: $45


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

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


Which is Bigger, Copenhagen or Akureyri?

Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Copenhagen and Akureyri, 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 Copenhagen or Akureyri?

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 Copenhagen or Akureyri in the Summer?

Both Akureyri and Copenhagen during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Copenhagen for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Copenhagen is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Copenhagen average around 17°C (63°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Copenhagen usually gets more rain in July than Akureyri. Copenhagen gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Copenhagen 17°C (63°F) 
    Akureyri 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Copenhagen or Akureyri in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Copenhagen and Akureyri. The autumn months attract visitors to Copenhagen because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

It's quite cold in Akureyri in the autumn. Copenhagen is much warmer than Akureyri in the autumn. The daily temperature in Copenhagen averages around 10°C (50°F) in October, and Akureyri fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).

In October, Copenhagen usually receives around the same amount of rain as Akureyri. Copenhagen gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Copenhagen 10°C (50°F) 
    Akureyri 3°C (38°F)

Should I visit Copenhagen or Akureyri in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Copenhagen as well as Akureyri. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Copenhagen this time of year.

Be prepared for some very cold days in Akureyri. It's quite cold in Copenhagen in the winter. In the winter, Copenhagen is much warmer than Akureyri. Typically, the winter temperatures in Copenhagen in January average around 1°C (33°F), and Akureyri averages at about -2°C (28°F).

Copenhagen usually gets less rain in January than Akureyri. Copenhagen gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Copenhagen 1°C (33°F) 
    Akureyri -2°C (28°F)

Should I visit Copenhagen or Akureyri in the Spring?

Both Akureyri and Copenhagen are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Copenhagen for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

Akureyri can get quite cold in the spring. In April, Copenhagen is generally much warmer than Akureyri. Daily temperatures in Copenhagen average around 7°C (45°F), and Akureyri fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

In April, Copenhagen usually receives more rain than Akureyri. Copenhagen gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Akureyri receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Copenhagen 7°C (45°F) 
    Akureyri 2°C (36°F)

Typical Weather for Akureyri and Copenhagen

Copenhagen Akureyri
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C (33°F) 51 mm (2 in) -2°C (28°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Feb 1°C (33°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) -1°C (30°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Mar 3°C (37°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) -1°C (31°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Apr 7°C (45°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
May 12°C (54°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 6°C (43°F) 19 mm (0.8 in)
Jun 16°C (61°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 10°C (50°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Jul 17°C (63°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 11°C (52°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Aug 17°C (63°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 7°C (44°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Oct 10°C (50°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Nov 6°C (42°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) -0°C (32°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 2°C (36°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) -2°C (29°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)