Which place is cheaper, Copenhagen or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Copenhagen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Copenhagen, 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: Jerusalem or Copenhagen?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Adventure Tours to Denmark, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Denmark.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $108Copenhagen $210
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, while the average daily cost in Copenhagen is $210. 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 Jerusalem and Copenhagen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Copenhagen $91
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Copenhagen $182
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Copenhagen
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Copenhagen? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Copenhagen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Copenhagen $72
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.17
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $215
- Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $247
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
- Jerusalem to Petra Private Transfer: $300
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
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Bicycle Renting$62
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Kastrup hotel/address to Malmö City - Private Arrival Transfer: $46
- Private Transfer from Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port: $61
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Hotels to Copenhagen Port: $63
- Private Transfer from Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel/address: $63
- Private Transfer Copenhagen City Center to Kastrup Airport (CPH): $67
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE)- Departure Private Transfer: $76
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Copenhagen Roskilde Airport (RKE) to Copenhagen City - Arrival Private Transfer: $76
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen hotel or address - Arrival Private Transfer: $80
- Kastrup hotel or address to Malmö City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $92
- Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to Copenhagen Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $104
- Copenhagen Port to Copenhagen Airport (CPH)- Departure Private Transfer: $104
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Copenhagen?
Prices for flights to both Copenhagen and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $32Copenhagen $62
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.69
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Watermelon$4.04
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.69
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Bagels$8.07
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Lunch for 2$15
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Snacks$5.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Typical Food Prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Hot Dogs$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $34
- Hard Rock Cafe Copenhagen with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $35
- Food Tour in Multi-Cultural Nørrebro District: $92
- Copenhagen Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $125
- The Copenhagen Culinary Experience Food Tour: $147
- Private Authentic Home Indian Cooking & Dining Experience: $147
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.55Copenhagen $31
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$34
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
- (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
- 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $505
- Ashdod Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Best of Jerusalem Day Tour from Jerusalem: $102
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem & Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: $147
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
Typical Entertainment Prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour$8.66
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Coffee$14
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Danish Design: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
- Monstour: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Danish Folk Legends: $5.20
- Danish Design: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.20
- Tour of the Danish Resistance during World War II: $5.37
- App-Based City Exploration Game & Tour: $5.38
- Copenhagen's Royal History: A Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- The Philosopher's Last Walk: An audio tour on the life of Søren Kierkegaard: $5.99
- Slotsholmen Royal History Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen: $5.99
- Danish Folk Legends Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
- Royal History Self-Guided Walking Tour: $5.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Copenhagen $13
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Copenhagen
Also in Copenhagen, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Alternative Nightlife Pub Crawl: $36
- Guided Party Pub Crawl with 4 Shots and 1 Drink: $43
- Pub Crawl Copenhagen: $44
- Danish Wine Tasting Tour with Guide in Copenhagen Nyhavn: $361
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Copenhagen, we can see that Copenhagen is more expensive. And not only is Jerusalem much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Copenhagen 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 Jerusalem would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jerusalem 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen than you might in Jerusalem.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Copenhagen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has a larger population, and is about 62% larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Copenhagen, 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 Jerusalem or Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jerusalem experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Copenhagen in the Summer?
Both Copenhagen and Jerusalem during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Copenhagen for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Jerusalem is a little warmer than Copenhagen. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Copenhagen averages at about 17°C (63°F).
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in July than Copenhagen. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Copenhagen 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Copenhagen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Copenhagen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Also, many visitors come to Copenhagen in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Jerusalem is generally much warmer than Copenhagen. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Copenhagen fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In October, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Copenhagen. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Copenhagen 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Copenhagen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Copenhagen. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Copenhagen for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Copenhagen can be very cold during winter. Jerusalem is much warmer than Copenhagen in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Copenhagen fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in January than Copenhagen. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Copenhagen 1°C (33°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Copenhagen in the Spring?
Both Copenhagen and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Copenhagen because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In the spring, Jerusalem is much warmer than Copenhagen. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Copenhagen averages at about 7°C (45°F).
In April, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Copenhagen. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Copenhagen receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Copenhagen 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Copenhagen and Jerusalem
| Jerusalem | Copenhagen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
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