Which place is cheaper, Bonn or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Bonn 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.
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
Bonn was the capital of the Federal Republic of Germany (previously, West Germany) and it has a population of about 315,000 people. It sits on the Rhine River just twenty kilometers away from Cologne. Many people travel to Bonn for conferences and business, but Bonn also has a lot of cultural and historical sights to offer visitors. The city is also famous as the birth place of Ludwig van Beethoven. There's a strong student culture in the city as well, and it actually shares many characteristics with Italian cities because of its many cafes and restaurants which line the streets. Outdoor beer gardens are popular and Bonn is a particular good summer destination when the weather is pleasant and you can enjoy the outdoor setting. The city's location also makes it a great base for day trips to Cologne, Dusseldorf, and the Rhine and Eifel regions.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Berlin, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, while the average daily cost in Bonn is $165. 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 Islamabad and Bonn in more detail.
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Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Bonn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bonn.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Bonn, we can see that Bonn is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Islamabad is in Asia and Bonn is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Bonn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonn than you might in Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Bonn Expensive?.
Islamabad has a larger population, and is about 92% larger than the population of Bonn. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad and Bonn, 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.
Both Bonn and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Bonn in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
It's very hot in Islamabad this time of the year. Islamabad is much warmer than Bonn in the summer. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 32°C (90°F) in July, and Bonn fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during summer. Islamabad gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 191 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Bonn. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Bonn and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Bonn for the shopping scene during these months.
In the autumn, Islamabad is much warmer than Bonn. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Islamabad in October average around 26°C (80°F), and Bonn averages at about 12°C (53°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. In the autumn, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Islamabad gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 109 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Bonn. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Bonn. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Bonn because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Bonn can be very cold. In January, Islamabad is generally much warmer than Bonn. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 14°C (57°F), and Bonn fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Bonn during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Bonn receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Bonn. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Bonn.
Islamabad is much warmer than Bonn in the spring. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 27°C (80°F) in April, and Bonn fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In the spring, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Bonn. Islamabad gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Bonn receives 145 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Bonn. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Bonn receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
Islamabad | Bonn | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 47 mm (1.8 in) |
Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |