A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Holloko vs. Flam for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Holloko or Flam?

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 Holloko and Flam can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Holloko or Flam?

Holloko

Located in northern Hungary, Holloko is a preserved ethnographic village with a castle and traditional houses which date from the 13th century. The village, castle ruins, and the surrounding area are today designated as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, situated in a stunning valley of the Cserhat Mountains, surrounded by low peaks.

Flam

Flam is a village in Norway. The fjord village of Flam is located on the scenic inner Aurlandsfjord branch of the world's deepest and second-longest fjord, Sognefjord. Flam is surrounded by steep mountains, thundering waterfalls and narrow valleys, and during the spring and summer months you will see large cruise ships gliding in through the narrow fjord with their course set for Flam Harbor. The main attraction here is the stunning mountain railway that creeps up into the surrounding peaks and offers truly eye-popping panoramas. Unfortunately, it's far from a well-kept secret, and on the busiest summer days the tiny village can find itself swamped by several thousand visitors – it's probably best left for the quieter seasons of spring and autumn. The popular 'Norway in a Nutshell' tour also stops here.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary, The Best River Cruises in Hungary, The Best Adventure Tours to Norway, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Norway.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Holloko and Flam, we can see that Flam is more expensive. And not only is Holloko much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Holloko would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Holloko 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 Flam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Flam than you might in Holloko.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Holloko Expensive? and Is Flam Expensive?.

When is the best time to visit Holloko or Flam?

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 Holloko or Flam in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Holloko as well as Flam. Additionally, most visitors come to Flam for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Holloko is a little warmer than Flam in the summer. The daily temperature in Holloko averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Flam fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

It's quite rainy in Flam. Holloko usually gets less rain in July than Flam. Holloko gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Flam receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Holloko or Flam in the Autumn?

Both Flam and Holloko are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Flam because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.

In the autumn, Holloko is a little warmer than Flam. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Holloko in October average around 12°C (53°F), and Flam averages at about 9°C (48°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Flam. In October, Holloko usually receives less rain than Flam. Holloko gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Flam receives 271 mm (10.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Holloko or Flam in the Winter?

Both Flam and Holloko during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Flam this time of year.

It's quite cold in Flam in the winter. The weather in Holloko can be very cold. In January, Holloko is generally much colder than Flam. Daily temperatures in Holloko average around -1°C (31°F), and Flam fluctuates around 2°C (35°F).

Flam gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Holloko usually gets less rain in January than Flam. Holloko gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Flam receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Holloko or Flam in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Holloko and Flam. Also, many travelers come to Flam for the small town charm and the natural beauty.

Holloko is much warmer than Flam in the spring. The daily temperature in Holloko averages around 12°C (53°F) in April, and Flam fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

Flam receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Holloko usually receives less rain than Flam. Holloko gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Flam receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Flam and Holloko