Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Istanbul?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Istanbul or Lodz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Istanbul or Lodz, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Istanbul or Lodz?
Istanbul
Istanbul is strategically located on the Bosphorus and is split between Europe and Asia. It truly is a city where east meets west. Istanbul is the cultural and financial hub of Turkey, and also the most populous city. The sites are countless and there's something for everybody, whether you're interested in art, music, food, or adventure. You can pass many days exploring both the residential and commercial pockets of this city. Much of the appeal is hidden away along back alleys or within corner shops.
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 2-Week Tours in Turkey, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Turkey, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIstanbul $126Lodz $32
The average daily cost (per person) in Istanbul is $126, while the average daily cost in Lodz is $32. 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 Istanbul and Lodz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIstanbul $47Lodz $14
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIstanbul $94Lodz $28
Compare Hotels in Istanbul and Lodz
Looking for a hotel in Istanbul 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: Istanbul Hotel Prices and Lodz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Istanbul $55Lodz $6.80
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Ferry$0.09
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Local Bus$0.09
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Istanbul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Istanbul:
- İstanbul Private Arrival Transfer : $56
- İstanbul New Airport Transfer : $87
- İstanbul Airport Transfer(Airport to Hotel,Hotel to Airport): $62
- İstanbul Airport Transfer : Your reliable & Stress-Free ride: $55
- İstanbul Airport Private Transfer: $76
- istanbul airport transfer: $27
- VIP Transfer from Hotel, Airbnb To Istanbul Airport: $60
- VIP Transfer from Hotel to Airport in Istanbul: $27
- Two Ways Sabiha Gokcen Airport VIP Transfer: $87
- Two Ways Istanbul Airport VIP Transfer: $98
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Istanbul HTL-APT (SAW): $52
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer in Istanbul APT-HTL (SAW): $52
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 Istanbul or Lodz?
Prices for flights to both Lodz and Istanbul 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 dayIstanbul $31Lodz $11
Typical Food Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Istanbul are as follows:
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Juice$0.06
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Turkish Delight$0.02
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Dessert$0.26
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Pastries$0.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Istanbul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Istanbul.
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Turkish Night Show from Istanbul: $16
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise & Show with Private Table: $17
- Dinner Cruise and Entertainment with Private Table: $17
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise , Unlimited Drinks, & Show: $21
- Bosphorus Luxury Catamaran Cruise with Dinner Show: $25
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Turkish Night Show: $26
- Bosphorus Boat Cruise with Dinner & Entertainment: $27
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise with Unlimited Drinks and Shows: $28
- Dinner Cruise Bosphorus with Hotel Transfer: $28
- Istanbul Bosphorus Dinner Cruise and Turkish Night Show: $29
- Half Day Sunset Luxury Yacht Dinner Cruise Tour in Istanbul: $29
- 3 Hour Ottoman Dinner Cruise in Istanbul : $29
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.Istanbul $79Lodz $5.79
Typical Entertainment Prices in Istanbul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Istanbul are as follows:
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Bosphurus Boat (for 2)$0.62
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Yerebatan Cistern for Two$0.62
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Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts for Two$0.31
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Hagia Sofia entrance$0.93
Tours and Activities in Istanbul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Istanbul are as follows:
- 4 Hours Private Highlights Tour Of Istanbul: $273
- All in One Day Istanbul - Historical Tour of Istanbul with Bosphorus Cruise: $164
- Full Day Private Guided Istanbul Tour: $42
- Green Bursa ~ Uludag Mountain, private Tour;Solo ;Groups: $60
- Hippodrome and Blue Mosque Guided Tour: $8.73
- Istanbul Half Day City Tour (Ottoman Relics): $55
- City Highlights Tour w/Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque: $35
- Must - See Istanbul Stops 1: Half Day Morning Tour: $139
- 1 Day Private Istanbul Guided Tour: $68
- 1-Day Best of Istanbul Private Tour with the Best Local Guides: $250
- 2 Continents Tour incl. Beylerbeyi Palace [full-day]: $218
- 2 Days Private Ephesus and Pamukkale Tour from Istanbul: $432
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 dayIstanbul $15Lodz $5.71
Sample the Local Flavors in Istanbul
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Istanbul:
- Istanbul Pub Crawl Big Nightout . Rooftop parties,party Bus & Nightlife: $22
- Istanbul 7-Hour Pub Crawl: Big Night Out: $27
- Famous Istanbul Pub Crawl #1 Nightlife Experience: $27
- Party Pub Crawl with Party Bus: $29
- Wine Tasting Experience in Istanbul : $50
- Istanbul Wine Tasting at Home with Local Family: $80
- 2-Day Wine Tasting Tour along the Thracian Wine Route: $180
- Istanbul Private Wine Tasting Tour Through 3 City Wineries : $245
- Istanbul Private and Guided, Food and Wine Tasting Tour: $430
- Luxury Wine Tasting on a Private Yacht: $844
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Istanbul and Lodz, we can see that Istanbul 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 Istanbul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Istanbul 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 Istanbul Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Istanbul or Lodz?
Istanbul has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Lodz. When comparing the sizes of Istanbul 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.
When is the best time to visit Istanbul or Lodz?
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 Istanbul or Lodz in the Summer?
Both Lodz and Istanbul during the summer are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Istanbul for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Istanbul is a little warmer than Lodz. Typically, the summer temperatures in Istanbul in July average around 24°C (74°F), and Lodz averages at about 19°C (65°F).
In Lodz, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Istanbul. In the summer, Istanbul often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Lodz. Istanbul gets 333 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 353 hours of full sun.
Istanbul usually gets less rain in July than Lodz. Istanbul gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIstanbul 24°C (74°F)Lodz 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Lodz in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Istanbul and Lodz. The autumn months attract visitors to Istanbul because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Istanbul is generally much warmer than Lodz. Daily temperatures in Istanbul average around 16°C (61°F), and Lodz fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Istanbul usually receives more sunshine than Lodz during autumn. Istanbul gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 135 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Istanbul usually receives more rain than Lodz. Istanbul gets 71 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIstanbul 16°C (61°F)Lodz 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Lodz in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Istanbul as well as Lodz. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Istanbul this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Lodz. Istanbul is much warmer than Lodz in the winter. The daily temperature in Istanbul averages around 6°C (43°F) in January, and Lodz fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
In the winter, Istanbul often gets more sunshine than Lodz. Istanbul gets 75 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 35 hours of full sun.
Istanbul usually gets more rain in January than Lodz. Istanbul gets 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIstanbul 6°C (43°F)Lodz -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Istanbul or Lodz in the Spring?
Both Lodz and Istanbul are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Istanbul for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Istanbul is a little warmer than Lodz. Typically, the spring temperatures in Istanbul in April average around 13°C (55°F), and Lodz averages at about 9°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Lodz. Istanbul usually receives less sunshine than Lodz during spring. Istanbul gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 247 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Istanbul usually receives more rain than Lodz. Istanbul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIstanbul 13°C (55°F)Lodz 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Lodz and Istanbul
| Istanbul | Lodz | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (43°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 8°C (47°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (71°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 24°C (74°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 24°C (74°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 20°C (69°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 12°C (54°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | 9°C (47°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
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