Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Helsinki?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Helsinki or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Helsinki and Podgorica can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Helsinki or Podgorica?
Helsinki
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and dates back to 1550. Helsinki is an international metropolis with a diverse population, but also a small town vibe. The city itself has a population of just over 600,000 but the metropolitan area, including Espoo and Vantaa, has a population of more than 1.3 million. There are many outdoor bars and cafes that take advantage of the warmer summer months. During this time there are long days, and the population floods into the street after a long and cold winter, so visiting during the summer is a fun and lively experience.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Finland, The Best Tours for Seniors to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHelsinki €139Podgorica €105
The average daily cost (per person) in Helsinki is €139, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is €105. 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 Helsinki and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHelsinki €73Podgorica €46
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHelsinki €146Podgorica €92
Compare Hotels in Helsinki and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Helsinki or Podgorica? 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: Helsinki Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Helsinki €22Podgorica €20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Helsinki
Also for Helsinki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Helsinki West Harbour Terminal to Helsinki hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $32
- Private Transfer from Helsinki Cruise Terminal to Helsinki hotels: $32
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki City hotels - Arrival Transfer: $41
- Helsinki West Harbour Terminal to Helsinki hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $63
- Departure Private Transfer Helsinki City to Helsinki Airport HEL by business car: $64
- Arrival Private Transfer from Helsinki airport HEL to Helsinki by luxury van: $76
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki West Terminal - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $81
- Helsinki Private Airport & City Transfer: $82
- Vantaa Airport(HEL) to Helsinki hotels-RoundTrip Private Transfer: $83
- Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki City hotel Round-Trip Transfer: $83
- Private Transfer: Cruise Port to Helsinki in Business Car: $92
- Private Transfer: Helsinki City to Cruise Port in Luxury Van: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $252
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $108
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $88
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Bar (and viceversa): $91
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $109
- Transfer Podgorica city center- Podgorica Airport: $22
- Tivat to Podgorica one way transfer: $210
- Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $76
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private transfer from Podgorica Airport or city to Tirana Airport: $274
- Private transfer from Airport Podgorica and city to Kotor: $109
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to TGD Airport in Business Car: $41
Is it cheaper to fly into Helsinki or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Helsinki 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 dayHelsinki €34Podgorica €41
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- FOOD Tour with Rooftop Bar Visit in Helsinki: $107
- FOOD Tour with Roof Top Bar in Helsinki: $108
- Helsinki Food Tour Including Tastings: $164
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Helsinki €27Podgorica €21
Tours and Activities in Helsinki
For Helsinki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tip-Based City Highlights Guided Walking Tour: $2.15
- Free Evening Helsinki Tour - A Walk through Centuries: $2.61
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Tip-based Free Walking Tour Helsinki - RED UMBRELLA TOURS: $5.13
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.00
- Helsinki Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $7.00
- A Self-Guided Walking Tour of Helsinki's Historical Highlights: $7.99
- Temppeliaukio Church Entrance Ticket: $8.61
- From Round-Trip Ferry Ticket to Suomenlinna: $8.70
- Helsinki Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Suomenlinna: Museum Ticket: $9.69
- Historical Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $335
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $196
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $241
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $157
- Bjelasica – Troglava – Zekova glava - Hiking Tour: $260
- Boat Cruise Viktor Skadar LakeVirpazar Kom MonasteryVirpazar: $14
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $66
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $281
- Durmitor - Black Lake & Tara River Canyon - North Montenegro tour: $226
- Durmitor National Park, Northern Fairy Tail -private tour from Podgorica: $180
- Durmitor mountain - Glacial lakes - Montenegro hiking tours: $208
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHelsinki €16Podgorica €20
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $78
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $98
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $121
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $129
- Full Day Private Podgorica Wine Tour Experience: $159
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $197
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Helsinki and Podgorica, we can see that Helsinki is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Helsinki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Helsinki than you might in Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Helsinki Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Helsinki or Podgorica?
Helsinki has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Helsinki and Podgorica, 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 Helsinki or Podgorica?
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 Helsinki or Podgorica in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Helsinki as well as Podgorica. Most visitors come to Helsinki for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Helsinki is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Helsinki average around 17°C (62°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Helsinki this time of the year. In the summer, Helsinki often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Helsinki gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Helsinki usually gets more rain in July than Podgorica. Helsinki gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyHelsinki 17°C (62°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Helsinki or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Helsinki are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Helsinki because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Helsinki is much colder than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Helsinki averages around 6°C (42°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. Helsinki usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Helsinki gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In October, Helsinki usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Helsinki gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberHelsinki 6°C (42°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Helsinki or Podgorica in the Winter?
Both Podgorica and Helsinki during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Helsinki this time of year.
It's quite cold in Helsinki in the winter. In the winter, Helsinki is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Helsinki in January average around -6°C (21°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Helsinki often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Helsinki gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Helsinki usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Helsinki gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryHelsinki -6°C (21°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Helsinki or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Helsinki and Podgorica. Many travelers come to Helsinki for the natural beauty.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Helsinki. In April, Helsinki is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Helsinki average around 3°C (37°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Helsinki usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during spring. Helsinki gets 183 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Helsinki usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Helsinki gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilHelsinki 3°C (37°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Helsinki
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (21°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 34 mm (1.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (51°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (26°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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