A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Debrecen vs. Lofoten Islands for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Debrecen or Lofoten Islands?

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

Should I visit Debrecen or Lofoten Islands? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.

Where Should I go: Debrecen or Lofoten Islands?

Debrecen

Finding its beginning as a collection of agricultural villages, Debrecen has grown to become the second largest city in Hungary as well as the regional center for the Northern Great Plain region. Highlights include the Reformed Great Church of Debrecen, Hortobagy National Park, Deri Museum, and the Debrecen Zoo and Botanical Garden.

Lofoten Islands

Lofoten Islands is an archipelago and traditional district in Norway. Lofoten is known for excellent fishing, spectacular nature attractions such as the northern lights and the midnight sun, and small villages off the beaten track. The Lofoten Islands are draped across the turbulent waters of the Norwegian Sea, far above the Arctic Circle. Kayak between the islands, go fishing for the catch of your life, or look for sea eagles soaring in the sky. If you are seeking unforgettable nature experiences, Lofoten will definitely not let you down.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Hungary, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, The Best Contiki Tours to Norway, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Oslo.


Which place is cheaper, Lofoten Islands or Debrecen?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Debrecen is $66, while the average daily cost in Lofoten Islands 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 Debrecen and Lofoten Islands in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Debrecen $33
    Lofoten Islands $7.12
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Debrecen $66
    Lofoten Islands $14
Compare Hotels in Debrecen and Lofoten Islands

Looking for a hotel in Debrecen or Lofoten Islands? 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 Debrecen


Hotels in Lofoten Islands


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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: Debrecen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Debrecen $11
    Lofoten Islands $11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Debrecen

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Debrecen:

  • Debrecen - Budapest Transfer: $168

Is it cheaper to fly into Debrecen or Lofoten Islands?

Prices for flights to both Lofoten Islands and Debrecen 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
    Debrecen $23
    Lofoten Islands $34

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Debrecen $17
    Lofoten Islands $24

Tours and Activities in Lofoten Islands

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lofoten Islands are as follows:

  • Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour of Skrova: $33
  • Winter Half Day Kayak Tour: $92
  • Sea Kayak Guided Tours on Skrova Island: $115
  • From Leknes port: Special Summer Guided Tour of Lofoten : $125

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Debrecen $9.24
    Lofoten Islands $0.72


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

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