Which place is cheaper, Ponce 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 Ponce?
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 Ponce 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 Ponce?
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.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCopenhagen $278Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Copenhagen is $278, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCopenhagen $99Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCopenhagen $198Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Copenhagen and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Copenhagen or Ponce? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Copenhagen $79Ponce $10
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:
- Private Transfer to/from Airport and City: $114
- Private Transfer to/from Copenhagen Airport CPH: $126
- Copenhagen Airport Transfer Service | English Speaking: $135
- Private Transfer Airport To/From Cruise Port: $173
- Private Transfer to Copenhagen Port: $274
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Copenhagen or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce 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 $116Ponce $61
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Copenhagen $34Ponce $56
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 Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Scuba Boat Diving Experience in Gilligan's Island at Copamarina: $160
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- 5 hours Tour in La Parguera Private Boat Charter: $200
- 7 Hours River Tour with Beach and Learn to Make Piña Colada : $195
- 8 Hours Private Tours in Puerto Rico: $150
- Adventure in Cave and the Guayaney Spring: $99
- Afro-Boriken-Loiza: Food, Cave & Art Tour: $140
- Aguadilla 6 Hour Local Tour: $150
- Camuy Caves Experience Tour with transportation: $130
- Cave Hopping Tour: $198
- Caves Coastlines and Beach; Cueva del Indio, Arecibo Adventure : $125
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCopenhagen $15Ponce $16
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Copenhagen and Ponce, we can see that Copenhagen is more expensive. And not only is Ponce much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Copenhagen is in Europe and Ponce 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 Ponce would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Ponce 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 Ponce.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Copenhagen Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Copenhagen or Ponce?
Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Copenhagen and Ponce, 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 Ponce?
Copenhagen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Copenhagen or Ponce in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Copenhagen as well as Ponce. The summer months attract visitors to Copenhagen because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
Copenhagen is much colder than Ponce in the summer. The daily temperature in Copenhagen averages around 17°C (63°F) in July, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
Copenhagen usually gets less rain in July than Ponce. Copenhagen gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCopenhagen 17°C (63°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Ponce in the Autumn?
Both Ponce and Copenhagen are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Copenhagen this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Copenhagen is much colder than Ponce. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Copenhagen in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Ponce averages at about 28°C (82°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Ponce. In October, Copenhagen usually receives less rain than Ponce. Copenhagen gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCopenhagen 10°C (50°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Ponce in the Winter?
Both Ponce and Copenhagen during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Copenhagen for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Copenhagen. In January, Copenhagen is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Copenhagen average around 1°C (33°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
Copenhagen usually gets less rain in January than Ponce. Copenhagen gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCopenhagen 1°C (33°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Copenhagen or Ponce in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Copenhagen and Ponce. Many visitors come to Copenhagen in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Copenhagen is much colder than Ponce in the spring. The daily temperature in Copenhagen averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In April, Copenhagen usually receives less rain than Ponce. Copenhagen gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCopenhagen 7°C (45°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Copenhagen
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (33°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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