Which place is cheaper, Pecs or Hamburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Hamburg or Pecs?
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 Hamburg and Pecs can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Hamburg or Pecs?
Hamburg
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.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin, The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHamburg €117Pecs €75
The average daily cost (per person) in Hamburg is €117, while the average daily cost in Pecs is €75. 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 Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHamburg €54Pecs €35
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHamburg €108Pecs €70
Compare Hotels in Hamburg and Pecs
Looking for a hotel in Hamburg or Pecs? 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: Hamburg Hotel Prices and Pecs Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hamburg €29Pecs €16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Hamburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
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Short Distance Ubahn Ticket€1.70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hamburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
- Hamburg hotels to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $118
- Arrival Private Transfer from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg: $41
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg City: $108
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport HAM to Hamburg City: $86
- Arrival Private Transfers from Hamburg Airport XFW to Hamburg City: $76
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport HAM: $108
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport HAM: $86
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $76
- Departure Private Transfers from Hamburg City to Hamburg Airport XFW: $92
- Fredericia Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Hamburg city: $585
- Hamburg Airport (HAM) to Ostseekai Kiel Cruise Port-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $235
- Hamburg Airport (HAM): Private Transfer to Hamburg hotels: $176
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
- Pécs - Budapest Transfer: $149
Is it cheaper to fly into Hamburg or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs and Hamburg 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 dayHamburg €35Pecs €27
Typical Food Prices in Hamburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
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Pink Thai Soup Dinner and Spring Rolls€15
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Currywurst and Pommes Frites€5.00
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Donner Kebab and Coke€6.00
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Traditional Hamburg Dinner w/ Beer€15
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Donner Kebab Lunch€4.00
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Sandwich and Coffee Break€6.00
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Fish Sandwich from Fish Market€3.50
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Coffee and Donut€4.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hamburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
- St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
- Original Musical Dinner Cruise 2024: $117
- Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $186
- St. Pauli: Guided Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $481
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
- Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $588
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two€23
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hamburg €39Pecs €16
Typical Entertainment Prices in Hamburg
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Tower at St. Michael's Church€3.50
Tours and Activities in Hamburg
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Selfguided Audiotour "Speicherstadt and HafenCity": $3.20
- Selfguided Audiotour "Old Town and City Center": $3.20
- Deutsche Hafen & St.Pauli Bezahl-Was-ihr-wollt Tour zu Fuß: $3.21
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $3.21
- Harbor&St. Pauli Pay-What-You-Want 2-Hour Walking Tour: $3.21
- English Hamburg City Center Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- German Hamburg Historic City Center Pay-What-You-Want Tour: $3.21
- English Harbor&St.Pauli Pay-What-You-Want Walking Tour: $3.21
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre: $3.26
- Germany eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.28
- Exclusive Self-Guided Audio Tour in St. Pauli: $4.60
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mineral Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHamburg €17Pecs €7.78
Sample the Local Flavors in Hamburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
- Night Pub Crawl through The Repperbahn: $21
- Weekend Night Pub Crawl through the Reeperbahn: $34
- Pub Crawl - Ultimate party pub crawl incl. One-hour drinks flat rate: $44
- Hamburg Pub Crawl including 1 hour flatrate for beer: $51
- Bachelor(ette) Premium Party with Pub Crawl: $401
- Private Pub Crawl Tour: $401
- Private Premium Pub Crawl: $513
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hamburg and Pecs, we can see that Hamburg is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Hamburg Expensive? and Is Pecs Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hamburg or Pecs?
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Pecs. When comparing the sizes of Hamburg and Pecs, 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 Hamburg or Pecs?
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 Hamburg or Pecs in the Summer?
Both Pecs and Hamburg are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Hamburg in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
Hamburg is cooler than Pecs in the summer. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Pecs fluctuates around 22°C (71°F).
It's quite sunny in Pecs. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during summer. Hamburg gets 207 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 302 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Pecs. Hamburg gets 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHamburg 17°C (62°F)Pecs 22°C (71°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Pecs in the Autumn?
Both Pecs and Hamburg during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Hamburg is cooler than Pecs. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Hamburg in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Pecs averages at about 13°C (56°F).
In the autumn, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Hamburg gets 101 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 169 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets more rain in October than Pecs. Hamburg gets 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHamburg 10°C (50°F)Pecs 13°C (56°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Pecs in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Hamburg and Pecs. The winter months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Pecs in the winter. The weather in Hamburg can be very cold. In January, Hamburg is generally much warmer than Pecs. Daily temperatures in Hamburg average around 0°C (33°F), and Pecs fluctuates around 0°C (32°F).
Hamburg usually receives less sunshine than Pecs during winter. Hamburg gets 42 hours of sunny skies, while Pecs receives 72 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Hamburg usually receives more rain than Pecs. Hamburg gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHamburg 0°C (33°F)Pecs 0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Hamburg or Pecs in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Hamburg as well as Pecs. The natural beauty are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
Hamburg is much colder than Pecs in the spring. The daily temperature in Hamburg averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Pecs fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the spring, Hamburg often gets less sunshine than Pecs. Hamburg gets 161 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pecs receives 187 hours of full sun.
Hamburg usually gets less rain in April than Pecs. Hamburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pecs receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHamburg 8°C (46°F)Pecs 12°C (54°F)
Typical Weather for Pecs and Hamburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
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