Which place is cheaper, Havana or Frankfurt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Frankfurt or Havana?
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 Havana can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Havana?
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.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany, and The Best Adventure Tours to Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFrankfurt €122Havana €61
The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Havana is €61. 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 Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFrankfurt €58Havana €38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFrankfurt €116Havana €76
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt or Havana? 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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Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Frankfurt €25Havana €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Frankfurt
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Frankfurt:
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Car Rental€50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Frankfurt
Also for Frankfurt, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by business car: $54
- Arrival Private Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt by Luxury Vehicle: $63
- Arrival Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Car: $70
- Arrival Transfer: Frankfurt Airport FRA to Frankfurt in Van: $76
- BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
- Departure Private Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Luxury Vehicle: $63
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA by Van: $81
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Car: $70
- Departure Transfer: Frankfurt to Frankfurt Airport FRA in Van: $76
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $142
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Arrival Private Transfer: $55
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride€0.63
Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana 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
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Food Meals for one dayFrankfurt €41Havana €9.53
Typical Food Prices in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Soda€2.00
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Bagel Sandwich and Latte€7.00
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Ham & Cheese Sandwich and Coffee€6.00
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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:
- Sharing Plate Food Tour In Frankfurt: $65
- FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $81
- FOOD TOUR TO 3-4 LOCAL FOODSPOTS: $81
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $282
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza€0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Frankfurt €36Havana €10
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": $3.22
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.84
- Frankfurt Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $7.00
- Struwwelpeter Museum Entry Ticket w/Audio Guide: $7.53
- Old Town Smartphone Audio Tour: $7.99
- A Self-Guided Audio Tour by Smartphone: $7.99
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.07
- Historisches Museum Entry Ticket: $8.61
- Discover Frankfurt's Heritage: Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFrankfurt €30Havana €5.37
Typical Alcohol Prices in Frankfurt
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Frankfurt:
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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: $34
- Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $280
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $282
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
- Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $336
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $517
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $752
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito€0.14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Frankfurt and Havana, we can see that Frankfurt is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Frankfurt is in Europe and Havana 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Frankfurt would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Frankfurt than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Frankfurt. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt and Havana, 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 Havana?
Frankfurt has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Frankfurt or Havana in the Summer?
Both Havana and Frankfurt during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Frankfurt is cooler than Havana in the summer. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Havana fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Frankfurt usually gets more rain in July than Havana. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFrankfurt 19°C (67°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Havana in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Havana. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Frankfurt this time of year. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Frankfurt is much colder than Havana. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Frankfurt in October average around 11°C (51°F), and Havana averages at about 25°C (77°F).
In October, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Havana. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFrankfurt 11°C (51°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Havana in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Havana. Many travelers come to Frankfurt for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Frankfurt. In January, Frankfurt is generally much colder than Havana. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 1°C (34°F), and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Frankfurt usually gets more rain in January than Havana. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFrankfurt 1°C (34°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Havana in the Spring?
Both Havana and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the spring for the activities around the city. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Frankfurt is much colder than Havana in the spring. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 10°C (50°F) in April, and Havana fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In April, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Havana. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFrankfurt 10°C (50°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Frankfurt
| Frankfurt | Havana | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.