Which place is cheaper, Cuenca or Copenhagen?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Copenhagen or Cuenca?
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 Cuenca 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 Cuenca?
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.
Cuenca
Cuenca is a vibrant colonial city in southern Ecuador, the third largest in the country, and the capital of Azuay Province. Cuenca is considered as Ecuador's most important and beautiful colonial city after Quito. Dating from the 16th century, Cuenca's historic center, a Unesco World Heritage Site with its trademark skyline of massive rotundas and soaring steeples, is a magical sight in which you will feel like you are moving back in time. Cuenca is the center of many craft traditions, including ceramics, metalwork and the internationally famous panama hat. The nearby villages also offer many other handicrafts. Tourists enjoy wandering the ancient streets discovering picturesque alleys and hidden corners, where nuns march along cobblestone streets and kids in Catholic-school uniforms skip past historic churches. Fascinating historic monuments and fabulous views are found at every turn. Cuenca also has outstanding art museums and festivals. For a rewarding cultural experience, visit during Easter to attend the Festival of Religious Music.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark, The Best Wildlife Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCopenhagen $278Cuenca $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Copenhagen is $278, while the average daily cost in Cuenca is $53. 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 Cuenca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCopenhagen $99Cuenca $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCopenhagen $198Cuenca $26
Compare Hotels in Copenhagen and Cuenca
Looking for a hotel in Copenhagen or Cuenca? 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: Copenhagen Hotel Prices and Cuenca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Copenhagen $79Cuenca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Copenhagen Airport Transfer Service | English Speaking: $135
- Private Transfer Airport To/From Cruise Port: $173
- Private Transfer to Copenhagen Port: $274
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $114
- Private Transfer to/from Copenhagen Airport CPH: $126
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cuenca:
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Taxi Ride$2.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cuenca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cuenca:
- Cuenca to/from Guayaquil Private Transfer: $80
- Cuenca Airport Transfer: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Copenhagen or Cuenca?
Prices for flights to both Cuenca 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
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Food Meals for one dayCopenhagen $116Cuenca $26
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$16
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $38
- The Nørrebro Street Art & Food Tour: $55
- Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $105
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $124
- Copenhagen Cooking Class: Nordic Cooking Class with Open Bar: $125
- Modern City Food Tour: $149
- E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $157
Typical Food Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cuenca:
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Lunch$10
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Snacks$5.00
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Empanada$1.50
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Hot Dog$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cuenca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cuenca.
- Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador: $33
- Cooking Class & Market Tour in Cuenca: $55
- Experience Ecuador: Join an Andean Cooking Class in Cuenca: $85
- Private Cooking Class: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Copenhagen $34Cuenca $16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$9.44
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Coffee$15
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Copenhagen Zoo Tower Entry Ticket: $3.93
- Danish Architecture Center Entrance Ticket: $9.44
- THE TUBE Copenhagen Entrance Ticket: $15
- Danish Jewish Museum Entry Ticket: $16
- Danish War Museum Entry Ticket: $17
- Group Walking Tour - City Highlights - 2 Hours: $19
- The Museum of Danish Resistance Entrance Ticket: $19
- Amalienborg Palace Museum Entry Ticket: $20
- Rosenborg Castle Entry Ticket: $22
- ENIGMA Museum Day Ticket: $22
- National Museum of Denmark Entry Ticket: $22
- The Royal Danish Theatre Guided Tour: $24
Tours and Activities in Cuenca
Here are a few actual costs in Cuenca for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour : $16
- Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca: $47
- Azuay Cuenca Ecuador Tour: $1,300
- Biking Cuenca City Tour: $50
- Birdwatching Tour Cajas Park and Tamarindo Tropical Forest area from Cuenca: $130
- Birdwatching Tour in Cajas National Park from Cuenca: $100
- Birdwatching Tour, Via Gualaceo to the Eastern slope from Cuenca: $130
- Cajas National Park FULL-DAY Tour from Cuenca: $55
- Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca: $39
- Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca: $48
- Cajas National Park and Cuenca City private Tour: $110
- Complete excursion Ingapirca & Gualaceo Chordeleg Tour Archaeological Artisanal: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCopenhagen $15Cuenca $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $47
- Private Wine Tasting Boat Tour: $189
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Copenhagen and Cuenca, we can see that Copenhagen is more expensive. And not only is Cuenca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Copenhagen is in Europe and Cuenca is in South America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Cuenca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cuenca 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 Cuenca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Copenhagen Expensive? and Is Cuenca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Copenhagen or Cuenca?
Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Cuenca. When comparing the sizes of Copenhagen and Cuenca, 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 Cuenca?
Copenhagen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cuenca experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Copenhagen or Cuenca in the Summer?
Both Cuenca and Copenhagen during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Copenhagen this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cuenca year-round.
Copenhagen is cooler than Cuenca in the summer. The daily temperature in Copenhagen averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Cuenca fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Copenhagen usually gets more rain in July than Cuenca. Copenhagen gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCopenhagen 17°C (63°F)Cuenca 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Cuenca in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Copenhagen and Cuenca. Many travelers come to Copenhagen for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area. Cuenca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Copenhagen is cooler than Cuenca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Copenhagen in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Cuenca averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In October, Copenhagen usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Copenhagen gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCopenhagen 10°C (50°F)Cuenca 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Cuenca in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Copenhagen as well as Cuenca. Many visitors come to Copenhagen in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cuenca throughout the year.
Cuenca can be very cold during winter. Copenhagen can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Copenhagen is generally much colder than Cuenca. Daily temperatures in Copenhagen average around 1°C (33°F), and Cuenca fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Copenhagen usually gets more rain in January than Cuenca. Copenhagen gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCopenhagen 1°C (33°F)Cuenca 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Cuenca in the Spring?
Both Cuenca and Copenhagen are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Copenhagen for the activities around the city and the natural beauty during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Cuenca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Copenhagen is cooler than Cuenca in the spring. The daily temperature in Copenhagen averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Cuenca fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In April, Copenhagen usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Copenhagen gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCopenhagen 7°C (45°F)Cuenca 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Cuenca and Copenhagen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 15 mm (0.6 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.