Which place is cheaper, Novi Sad or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Hamburg and Novi Sad can help you decide which place is right for you.
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
Novi Sad is the capital city of Vojvodina, the northern Autonomous Province of Serbia. Novi Sad has a population of about 400,000 people and is located on the Danube River near Budapest and Belgrade.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, while the average daily cost in Novi Sad is €19. 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 Hamburg and Novi Sad in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Novi Sad:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Novi Sad are as follows:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Novi Sad:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Novi Sad, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Novi Sad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Novi Sad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Novi Sad 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 Hamburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hamburg than you might in Novi Sad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Novi Sad Expensive?.
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Novi Sad. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg and Novi Sad, 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.
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.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Novi Sad. Many travelers come to Hamburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Hamburg is cooler than Novi Sad in the summer. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Novi Sad fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Novi Sad this time of the year. In Hamburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Novi Sad during summer. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Novi Sad receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Novi Sad. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Novi Sad. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the autumn for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Hamburg is cooler than Novi Sad. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hamburg in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Novi Sad averages at about 13°C (55°F).
In the autumn, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Novi Sad. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Novi Sad receives 168 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in October than Novi Sad. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Novi Sad and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
The weather in Novi Sad can be very cold. Hamburg can be very cold during winter. In January, Hamburg is generally much warmer than Novi Sad. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 0°C (33°F), and Novi Sad fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Novi Sad during winter. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Novi Sad receives 71 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Novi Sad. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Novi Sad and Hamburg during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the natural beauty.
Hamburg is much colder than Novi Sad in the spring. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Novi Sad fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the spring, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Novi Sad. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Novi Sad receives 178 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Novi Sad. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Novi Sad receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Hamburg | Novi Sad | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) |
Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |