Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Frankfurt?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Frankfurt or Poznan?
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 Poznan can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Frankfurt or Poznan?
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.
Poznan
Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Germany, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayFrankfurt €122Poznan €33
The average daily cost (per person) in Frankfurt is €122, while the average daily cost in Poznan is €33. 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 Poznan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personFrankfurt €58Poznan €16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomFrankfurt €116Poznan €32
Compare Hotels in Frankfurt and Poznan
Looking for a hotel in Frankfurt or Poznan? 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: Poznan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Frankfurt €25Poznan €3.99
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:
- Private transfer from Frankfurt am Main to Prague: $1,059
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Munich: $695
- Transfer from Frankfurt Airport to Baden-Baden: $396
- Frankfurt Highlights Private Car Tour with Airport Transfers: $383
- Private Transfer: Frankfurt to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg Port/Harbor transport: $284
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Frankfurt Airport (FRA)- Kaiserlautern: $267
- Private Transfer Frankfurt Airport to Heidelberg City by Minivan: $157
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Baden-Baden Thermal - Arrival Transfer: $142
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA): Private Transfer to Frankfurt: $140
- BaronFleet Frankfurt- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers: $132
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Frankfurt Airport (FRA) - Frankfurt City: $123
- Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to Frankfurt Round-Trip Private Transfer: $109
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan
Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
- Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239
- Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
- Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
- Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
- Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
- Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Frankfurt or Poznan?
Prices for flights to both Poznan 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 €41Poznan €9.89
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:
- FOOD TOUR WITH 3-4 LOCAL INSIDER FOODSPOTS: $80
- Eltz Castle Small-Group Tour from Frankfurt with Dinner: $281
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan
For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
- Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
- Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Frankfurt €36Poznan €4.48
Tours and Activities in Frankfurt
For Frankfurt, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Hour Best of Frankfurt Walking Tour (English): $26
- Atta Dripstone Cave and Braunfels Castle Tour from Frankfurt: $271
- Bike Tour of Frankfurt Top Attractions & Nature with a Guide : $207
- Bike tour city tour by bike to Skyline, Goethe, and apple wine: $53
- Brandenburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Breathtaking Pearls of Frankfurt - Walking Tour: $242
- Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour: $283
- Culinary Frankfurt Walking Tour: $609
- Exciting private city tour of Frankfurt for your group: $164
- Explore Bird & Marine Wildlife private Boat Tour in English: $108
- Franfurt Horror Tour: Terror of the White Spider: $20
- Frankfurt - Old Town Historic Walking Tour: $374
Tours and Activities in Poznan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.
- 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
- Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80
- From Torun Sightseeing Day Tour: $298
- Magic Christmas tour in Poznan: $134
- Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
- Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
- Palace, Castle and Ancient Oaks - Rogalin and Kórnik guided tour from Poznan : $283
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $113
- Poznan Old Town and Citadel Park Private Walking Tour: $114
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $139
- Poznan Old Town and Croissant Museum Private Walking Tour: $139
- Poznan Private City Walking Tour from Cathedral Island: $83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayFrankfurt €30Poznan €2.99
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: $21
- Enjoy the night with our Pub Tours: $32
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through Alt-Sachsenhausen: $34
- Full Day Private Rhine Valley Wine Tour Experience from Frankfurt: $279
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $280
- Frankfurt Wine Tasting Tour with a Wine Expert: $286
- Guided Walk Tour With Apple Wine Tasting: $334
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl Tour: $513
- Private Rhine Valley tour with river cruise & wine tasting: $748
Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan
Also in Poznan, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
- Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
- City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Frankfurt and Poznan, we can see that Frankfurt is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Poznan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Frankfurt Expensive? and Is Poznan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Frankfurt or Poznan?
Frankfurt has a larger population, and is about 14% larger than the population of Poznan. When comparing the sizes of Frankfurt and Poznan, 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 Poznan?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Frankfurt or Poznan in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Frankfurt and Poznan. Many visitors come to Frankfurt in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Frankfurt is generally around the same temperature as Poznan. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 19°C (67°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Poznan this time of the year. In Frankfurt, it's very sunny this time of the year. Frankfurt usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during summer. Frankfurt gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Frankfurt usually receives less rain than Poznan. Frankfurt gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyFrankfurt 19°C (67°F)Poznan 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Poznan in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Frankfurt as well as Poznan. Most visitors come to Frankfurt for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Frankfurt is around the same temperature as Poznan in the autumn. The daily temperature in Frankfurt averages around 11°C (51°F) in October, and Poznan fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Frankfurt often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan. Frankfurt gets 103 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets more rain in October than Poznan. Frankfurt gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberFrankfurt 11°C (51°F)Poznan 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Poznan in the Winter?
Both Poznan and Frankfurt are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The winter months attract visitors to Frankfurt because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Poznan in the winter. The weather in Frankfurt can be very cold. In the winter, Frankfurt is much warmer than Poznan. Typically, the winter temperatures in Frankfurt in January average around 1°C (34°F), and Poznan averages at about -2°C (29°F).
Frankfurt usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during winter. Frankfurt gets 41 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Frankfurt usually receives more rain than Poznan. Frankfurt gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryFrankfurt 1°C (34°F)Poznan -2°C (29°F)
Should I visit Frankfurt or Poznan in the Spring?
Both Poznan and Frankfurt during the spring are popular places to visit. The activities around the city are the main draw to Frankfurt this time of year.
In April, Frankfurt is generally a little warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Frankfurt average around 10°C (50°F), and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the spring, Frankfurt often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan. Frankfurt gets 163 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun.
Frankfurt usually gets more rain in April than Poznan. Frankfurt gets 52 mm (2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilFrankfurt 10°C (50°F)Poznan 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Poznan and Frankfurt
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 1°C (34°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (50°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (58°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (66°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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