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

Should you visit Copenhagen or Oranjestad?

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 Oranjestad 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 Oranjestad?

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.


Which place is cheaper, Oranjestad 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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    Oranjestad Prices
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  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Copenhagen $276
    Oranjestad $337

The average daily cost (per person) in Copenhagen is $276, while the average daily cost in Oranjestad is $337. 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 Oranjestad in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Copenhagen $98
    Oranjestad $188
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Copenhagen $196
    Oranjestad $376
Compare Hotels in Copenhagen and Oranjestad

Looking for a hotel in Copenhagen or Oranjestad? 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 Oranjestad


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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 Oranjestad Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Copenhagen $78
    Oranjestad $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen

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


  • Bicycle Renting
    $67

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen

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

  • Airport Transfers –Taxi Service – Limousine service: $127
  • Arrival Transfer: Airport CPH to Copenhagen by Business Car: $140
  • Arrival Transfer: Airport CPH to Copenhagen by Luxury Van: $152
  • Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $252
  • Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
  • Copenhagen Airport Transfer Service | English Speaking: $135
  • Copenhagen Airport Transfers City Transfers and Disposal Services: $53
  • Copenhagen Airport Transfers English Speaking Drivers: $190
  • Copenhagen Kastrup Airport Chauffeur Service , private Transfer: $200
  • Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $120
  • Copenhagen Private Transfer from Copenhagen city centre to Copenhagen airport: $127
  • Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $243

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Oranjestad

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


  • Round-trip Bus Ticket
    $2.22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Oranjestad

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Oranjestad:

  • Reina Beatrix Airport: Round-Trip Shared Transfer: $22
  • Private Round-Trip Transfer from Aruba Airport to Hotel: $68
  • Aruba: Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $22
  • Aruba Oranjestad Queen Airport (AUA): Transfer to island: $131
  • Aruba (AUA) : Airport Private Transfer to Aruba City: $38

Is it cheaper to fly into Copenhagen or Oranjestad?

Prices for flights to both Oranjestad 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 $115
    Oranjestad $109
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen

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


  • 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 Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $41
  • Copenhagen : Best Street Food Tour With A Local Guide: $104
  • Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $106
  • Copenhagen Culinary Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics: $140
  • Modern City Food Tour: $149
  • Original Copenhagen food tour: 8 tastings, full meal & VIP access: $150
  • Copenhagen Modern Food Tour: $153
  • NEW! Eating Copenhagen Food Tour: More than Smørrebrød: $158
  • E-Bike Guided Food Tour with 3 stops: $188
  • Copenhagen Private Culinary Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Classics: $231

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Oranjestad

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Oranjestad.

  • Aruba: Sip and Savor Local Food Tour: $95
  • Oranjesta: Sunset Cruise to Boca Catalina with BBQ Dinner: $119

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Copenhagen $34
    Oranjestad $91
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen

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


  • Boat Tour
    $9.36
  • 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: $3.92
  • Copenhagen Self Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
  • Luggage Pickup for Cruise travelers: $6.96
  • Copenhagen Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $7.06
  • Copenhagen Audio Guided Walking Tour 3h30 and 29 reviews: $7.13
  • Monstour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Danish Folk Legends: $7.99
  • Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen: $7.99
  • Copenhagen Self-Guided Tour: $8.25
  • Sakura in A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Copenhagen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.42
  • Frederiksborg Castle and Gardens: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
  • The Philosopher's Last Walk: An audio tour on the life of Søren Kierkegaard: $9.99

Typical Entertainment Prices in Oranjestad

Here are a few typical costs in Oranjestad for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Full Day Bike Rental
    $25
  • Horseback Riding Tour
    $70
  • Golf
    $124
  • Kayak & Snorkeling Tour
    $98

Tours and Activities in Oranjestad

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

  • 3-Hour Aruba Highlights Guided Tour: $49
  • Aruba Arikok National Park Hiking Tour: $57
  • Aruba Downtown Historic And Cultural Walking Tour: $75
  • Aruba: 4-Hour ATV Adventure: $142
  • Aruba: Amazing UTV Island Tour: $99
  • Aruba: Arikok Park Rancho Loco Natural Pool Horseback Tour: $160
  • Aruba: Barhopping Party Bus Tour with DJ and Dancing: $92
  • Aruba: Beach Hopping Snorkeling Tour: $57
  • Aruba: Guided Countryside Exploration Tour: $45
  • Aruba: Natural Pool, Caves & Baby Beach Jeep Adventure: $89
  • Aruba: North Coast EZ Raider Adventure: $95
  • Aruba: Northcoast UTV Afternoon Adventure: $90

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Copenhagen $15
    Oranjestad $31

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
  • Vejrhøj Arch Hike with Wine Tasting & Lunch: $251


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

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


Which is Bigger, Copenhagen or Oranjestad?

Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Oranjestad. When comparing the sizes of Copenhagen and Oranjestad, 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.