A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Frankfurt vs. Brno for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Frankfurt or Brno?

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

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Frankfurt and Brno can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Brno?

Frankfurt

Frankfurt is the financial and business hub of Germany. It houses the European Central Bank and the German Stock Exchange, and often plays host to trade shows and business fairs. It has the country's most modern skyline and the largest airport. It is also a transportation hub for Germany with many important train lines passing through. The city itself is situated on the River Main. Some of the most important sights are along the river near Romer Square and include museums and monuments. This area pulls in millions of tourists every year. Although many sights are clustered in this area, it's important to head into more off the beaten path areas that can be enjoyable to explore. These areas offer glimpses into daily life in Frankfurt.

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Brno or Frankfurt?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Brno is €122. 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 Frankfurt and Brno in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Frankfurt 58
    Brno 67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Frankfurt 116
    Brno 134
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Brno

Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt or Brno? 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 Frankfurt


Hotels in Brno


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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: Brno Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Frankfurt 25
    Brno 2.45
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt

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


  • Car Rental
    50

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt

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

  • Arrival Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Car: $70
  • BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
  • Departure Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Luxury Vehicle: $64
  • Departure Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by business car: $54
  • Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Van: $77
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $144
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Arrival Private Transfer: $55
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Round-Trip Private Transfer: $110
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Wiesbaden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $28
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Wiesbaden Thermal Round-Trip Transfer: $55
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA): Private Transfer to Frankfurt: $142
  • Frankfurt Airport to Frankfurt city Private Transfer : $109

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $143
  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $3.30

Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Brno?

Prices for flights to both Brno and Frankfurt 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
    Frankfurt 41
    Brno 53
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt

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


  • Soda
    2.00
  • Bagel Sandwich and Latte
    7.00
  • Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee
    6.00
  • Sandwich and Cola
    7.00

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Frankfurt

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

  • Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $285
  • Heidelberg and Rhine Valley Day Trip With Wine Tasting and Dinner from Frankfurt: $285

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Frankfurt 36
    Brno -

Tours and Activities in Frankfurt

For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Selfguided Audiotour "Frankfurt Old Town": $3.25
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
  • Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.34
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.89
  • Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $7.06
  • Struwwelpeter Museum Entry Ticket w/Audio Guide: $7.60
  • The Tales of Frankfurt's New Old Town: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • A Self-Guided Audio Tour by Smartphone: $7.99
  • Old Town Smartphone Audio Tour: $7.99
  • Historisches Museum Entry Ticket: $8.69
  • Frankfurt Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $9.50

Tours and Activities in Brno

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

  • Top secrets of Moravian Karst - Guided Day Tour: $231
  • 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Brno : $39
  • 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $38
  • BMP tank driving experience Prague: $274
  • BMP tank ride & MagFed paintball adventure Prague: $130
  • Best of Moravian Karst - Full-Day Hiking Tour: $253
  • Brno Historical Walking Tour: $33
  • Brno Private Walking Tour: $225
  • Brno daily tours: $72
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $114
  • Brno’s Historic Gems: A Walking Tour: $58
  • Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $33

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Frankfurt 30
    Brno 2.16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:


  • Becks Beer
    2.00

Sample the Local Flavors in Frankfurt

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

  • Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $22
  • Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $35
  • Romantic Road Day Ticket from Frankfurt/Main to Rothenburg incl. Wine tasting: $148
  • Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $256
  • Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $283
  • Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $289
  • from Frankfurt - romantic Black Forest & brewery, private tour: $295
  • Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $339
  • Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $407
  • Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $521
  • Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $759

Sample the Local Flavors in Brno

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

  • Fullday Private Tour in Lednice & Valtice with Wine Tasting: $198


When comparing the travel costs between Frankfurt and Brno, we can see that Frankfurt is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

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


Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Brno?

Frankfurt has a larger population, and is about 76% larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt and Brno, 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 Frankfurt or Brno?

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 Frankfurt or Brno in the Summer?

Both Brno and Frankfurt during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Frankfurt for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Frankfurt is generally cooler than Brno. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 19°C (67°F), and Brno fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In Brno, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Frankfurt. In the summer, Frankfurt often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Brno. Frankfurt gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun.

Frankfurt usually gets less rain in July than Brno. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Frankfurt 19°C (67°F) 
    Brno 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Frankfurt or Brno in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Brno. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

Frankfurt is cooler than Brno in the autumn. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).

Frankfurt usually receives less sunshine than Brno during autumn. Frankfurt gets 103 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Brno. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Frankfurt 11°C (51°F) 
    Brno 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Frankfurt or Brno in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Brno. Most visitors come to Frankfurt for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

The weather in Brno can be very cold. Frankfurt can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Frankfurt is much colder than Brno. Typically, the winter temperatures in Frankfurt in January average around 1°C (34°F), and Brno averages at about 2°C (36°F).

In the winter, Frankfurt often gets less sunshine than Brno. Frankfurt gets 41 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun.

Frankfurt usually gets more rain in January than Brno. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Frankfurt 1°C (34°F) 
    Brno 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Frankfurt or Brno in the Spring?

Both Brno and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the activities around the city.

In April, Frankfurt is generally cooler than Brno. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 10°C (50°F), and Brno fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

Frankfurt usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Brno during spring. Frankfurt gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Brno. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Frankfurt 10°C (50°F) 
    Brno 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Brno and Frankfurt

Frankfurt Brno
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 1°C (34°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 2°C (36°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb 3°C (37°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 4°C (38°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 6°C (43°F) 51 mm (2 in) 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Apr 10°C (50°F) 52 mm (2 in) 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 14°C (58°F) 61 mm (2.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 17°C (63°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 20°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 19°C (67°F) 63 mm (2.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 19°C (66°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 16°C (60°F) 48 mm (1.9 in) 18°C (64°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 11°C (51°F) 51 mm (2 in) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Nov 5°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dec 2°C (36°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in)