A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Corfu vs. Gdansk for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Corfu or Gdansk?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Corfu or Gdansk, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Where Should I go: Corfu or Gdansk?

Corfu

Also known in modern Greek as Kerkira or Kerkyra, Corfu is the northernmost of Greece's Ionian islands, located off the nation's northwest coast in the Adriatic Sea. It has historically seen control of Venetians, French, and British powers, and today draws tourists mainly as a resort destination.

Like many beach destinations in Europe, Corfu can be expensive due to higher tourist demand and limited space on the island. But Greece is still a fairly affordable country compared to other places in Europe, so deals can be found.

Gdansk

Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Greece, The Best 3-Day Tours in Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Corfu?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Corfu is €135, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €66. 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 Corfu and Gdansk in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Corfu 49
    Gdansk 25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Corfu 98
    Gdansk 50
Compare Hotels in Corfu and Gdansk

Looking for a hotel in Corfu or Gdansk? 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 Corfu


Hotels in Gdansk


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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: Corfu Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Corfu 55
    Gdansk 8.06

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Corfu

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

  • (CFU) Corfu Airport To Agios Stefanos Private Transfer: $119
  • (CFU) Corfu Airport To Kassiopi Private Transfer: $119
  • (CFU) Corfu Airport To Kavos Private Transfer: $129
  • (CFU) Corfu Airport To Sidari Private Transfer: $107
  • Airport Transfer to Gouvia Marina: $30
  • Corfu Airport (CFU) to Corfu Island - Arrival Private Transfer : $35
  • Corfu Airport (CFU) to Corfu Island - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $69
  • Corfu Airport (CFU) to Corfu Neo Limani Cruise Port -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $69
  • Corfu Airport Arrival Private Transfers : $95
  • Corfu Airport and Hotels Transfers: $57
  • Corfu Island to Corfu Airport (CFU) - Departure Private Transfer: $35
  • Corfu Neo Limani Cruise Port to Corfu Airport (CFU) - Departure Private Transfer: $35

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:

  • Private transfer from Gdansk to Warsaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $293
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Grudziadz city: $287
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Koszalin: $287
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Hel City: $268
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Bydgoszcz: $263
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Bytów city: $250
  • Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $240
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk or Airport Gdansk GDN to Leba: $240
  • Transfer from Airport Gdańsk (GDN) or Gdańsk City Center to Koszalin: $231
  • Private transfer from Airport Gdansk to Sand Valley Golf Resort: $228
  • Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Starogard Gdanski city: $198
  • Taxi Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Hel: $192

Is it cheaper to fly into Corfu or Gdansk?

Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Corfu 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
    Corfu 53
    Gdansk 34

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Corfu

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

  • Private Traditional Albanian Lakror Cooking Class in Ksamil: $47
  • Traditional Dinner with a Magnificent View of Corfù: $147
  • A delightful food tour of the unique local products of Corfu.: $234

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk

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

  • Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $101
  • Deluxe Polish Food Tour Experience in Gdansk: $118
  • Foodpairing dinner in one of the best restaurants in Gdansk: $160
  • Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $191
  • Sopot: Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $194

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Corfu 15
    Gdansk 7.68

Tours and Activities in Corfu

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Corfu.

  • Private Self Guided Tour on Vidos Island: $11
  • Corfu Aquarium Ticket with Tour Included: $12
  • Minicruise around the coastline of Corfu Town with Pirate ship 75 min: $18
  • Self Guided Driving Tour of the ‘Back Door’ To North West Corfu: $20
  • Speedboat Tour Swimming in the Five Island of Ksamil : $22
  • Winery Tour and Tasting in Corfu' with the Sommelier: $30
  • Syvota Sunset Cruise : $38
  • Greek Herbal Tasting Experience: $42
  • Corfu Winery Tour with Wine and Olive Tasting: $42
  • Night tour of Corfu town with the stop from the roof garden: $42
  • Sivota, Blue Lagoon & Love Cave Full-Day Boat Tour from Lefkimmi: $42
  • Ksamil&Sarande Boattours : $43

Tours and Activities in Gdansk

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

  • 1 hour Gdansk Amber Workshop Tour : $240
  • 90 Minute Segway Tour of Gdansk: $74
  • Beer Tour. Tasting and Tales in Gdansk: $79
  • Boat Tour in Gdańsk – Explore the Historic Motława River: $35
  • Cruises on the Motlawa River: $20
  • Cruises on the Motlawa River by a luxury catamaran - Gdańsk from the water side: $20
  • Culinary cruises - pierogi tasting Shipyard and Port: $32
  • Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $89
  • Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $127
  • Discover Gdansk Walking Tour: $5.99
  • Elblag Canal Tour from Gdansk: $210
  • Electric Scooter Gdańsk: Shipyard Tour - 1,5-Hour of Magic!: $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Corfu 8.57
    Gdansk 4.48

Sample the Local Flavors in Corfu

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

  • Wine Tasting with 5 Native Grape Varieties.: $66

Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:

  • Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $26
  • Polish Spirits tasting in Gdańsk Craft Distillery tawern: $37
  • #1 Pub Crawl in Sopot: $44
  • Exclusive Gdańsk Wine Tour with Polish Wine Tastings: $96


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

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


Which is Bigger, Corfu or Gdansk?

Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Corfu. When comparing the sizes of Corfu and Gdansk, 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 Corfu or Gdansk?

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 Corfu or Gdansk in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Corfu as well as Gdansk. The summer months attract visitors to Corfu because of the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Corfu is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Corfu in July average around 25°C (76°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Gdansk. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Corfu this time of the year. In the summer, Corfu often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Corfu gets 358 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.

Corfu usually gets less rain in July than Gdansk. Corfu gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Corfu 25°C (76°F) 
    Gdansk 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Corfu or Gdansk in the Autumn?

Both Gdansk and Corfu are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Corfu this time of year.

In October, Corfu is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Corfu average around 18°C (65°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).

Corfu usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Corfu gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.

It's quite rainy in Corfu. In October, Corfu usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Corfu gets 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Corfu 18°C (65°F) 
    Gdansk 8°C (46°F)

Should I visit Corfu or Gdansk in the Winter?

Both Gdansk and Corfu during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Corfu for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Gdansk can get quite cold in the winter. Corfu is much warmer than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Corfu averages around 10°C (49°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).

In the winter, Corfu often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Corfu gets 112 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Corfu. Corfu usually gets more rain in January than Gdansk. Corfu gets 132 mm (5.2 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Corfu 10°C (49°F) 
    Gdansk -2°C (28°F)

Should I visit Corfu or Gdansk in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Corfu and Gdansk. Many visitors come to Corfu in the spring for the beaches and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Corfu is much warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Corfu in April average around 14°C (58°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).

Corfu usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during spring. Corfu gets 195 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Corfu usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Corfu gets 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Corfu 14°C (58°F) 
    Gdansk 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Gdansk and Corfu

Corfu Gdansk
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 10°C (49°F) 132 mm (5.2 in) -2°C (28°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 10°C (50°F) 136 mm (5.4 in) -2°C (28°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Mar 12°C (53°F) 98 mm (3.9 in) 1°C (34°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Apr 14°C (58°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 6°C (43°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 36 mm (1.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)
Jun 22°C (72°F) 14 mm (0.6 in) 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jul 25°C (76°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 25°C (77°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 17°C (63°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Sep 22°C (72°F) 75 mm (3 in) 12°C (54°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Oct 18°C (65°F) 148 mm (5.8 in) 8°C (46°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 14°C (58°F) 181 mm (7.1 in) 2°C (36°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec 11°C (52°F) 180 mm (7.1 in) -2°C (28°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)