Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Innsbruck?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Innsbruck or Lodz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Innsbruck and Lodz 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: Innsbruck or Lodz?
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
Lodz
Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vienna, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Salzburg, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayInnsbruck €129Lodz €30
The average daily cost (per person) in Innsbruck is €129, while the average daily cost in Lodz is €30. 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 Innsbruck and Lodz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personInnsbruck €76Lodz €13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomInnsbruck €152Lodz €26
Compare Hotels in Innsbruck and Lodz
Looking for a hotel in Innsbruck or Lodz? 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: Innsbruck Hotel Prices and Lodz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Innsbruck €15Lodz €6.38
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- St Anton am Arlberg to Zurich Airport (ZRH) - Departure Transfer: $104
- Private transfer from Innsbruck airport: $196
- Private Transfer Innsbruck Airport INN to Saalbach-Hinterglemm: $49
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Salzburg: $256
- Private Transfer From Innsbruck To Munich, English Speaking Driver: $197
- Innsbruck to Innsbruck Airport (INN) - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Innsbruck Swarovski Crystal Worlds Ticket and Transfer: $36
- Innsbruck Private Transfer from Innsbruck Airport to City centre: $60
- Innsbruck Kranebitten Airport to Längenfeld - Round-Trip Transfer: $63
- Innsbruck Airport(INN)to Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Round-Trip Transfer: $98
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Innsbruck - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Innsbruck Airport to Garmisch-Partenkirchen - Round-Trip Transfer: $76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138
Is it cheaper to fly into Innsbruck or Lodz?
Prices for flights to both Lodz and Innsbruck 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 dayInnsbruck €40Lodz €10
Typical Food Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch€3.75
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Pasta Lunch€8.20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Half-Day Food Tour of Tyrolean Cuisine: $148
- Innsbruck Food Tour: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Innsbruck €19Lodz €5.43
Typical Entertainment Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Schloss Ambras Entrance€8.00
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee€2.00
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Innsbruck: $155
- AREA 47 Water AREA Entrance Ticket: $35
- Alpine Zoo Innsbruck and Hungerburg Funicular Combo Ticket: $21
- Austrian Hidden Gem Tour: The Most Beautiful Villages: $191
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $11
- Bergisel SkiJump Area guided Tour incl Tickets: $85
- Combi Entrance Ticket to Alpine Zoo and Hungerburg: $20
- Cultural and culinary pleasure tour through Innsbruck's old town: $180
- Full day small group Tour in Neuschwanstein from Innsbruck: $213
- Full-Day small group tour of Dolomites, Alpine Lakes, Braies : $217
- Gin experience Tyrol: $120
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $13
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
- Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
- Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
- Warsaw Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayInnsbruck €19Lodz €5.35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Innsbruck and Lodz, we can see that Innsbruck is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz 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 Innsbruck would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Innsbruck than you might in Lodz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Innsbruck Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Innsbruck or Lodz?
Lodz has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Innsbruck. When comparing the sizes of Innsbruck and Lodz, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.