Which place is cheaper, Vilnius or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Vilnius?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Vilnius, 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 Vilnius?
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.
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $108Vilnius $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, while the average daily cost in Vilnius is $101. 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 Vilnius in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Vilnius $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Vilnius $90
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Vilnius
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Vilnius? 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 Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Vilnius $8.89
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:
- 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 Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.23
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
- Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius by Minivan: $46
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $215
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $215
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $215
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Vilnius?
Prices for flights to both Vilnius 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 $32Vilnius $43
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 Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.55Vilnius $10
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:
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- In The Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour - Dguide Self Guiding App: $7.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
- Independent graffiti tour in Jerusalem at your own time and pace: $22
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Old City Shabbat Experience and Walking Tour: $28
- Guided Walking Tour of the Old City: $30
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour : $30
- Guided Shabbat Experience in Jerusalem: $30
- Old City Highlights Tour: $39
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.21
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.46
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Europos Parkas, Open-Air Museum Ticket Vilnius, Lithuania: $12
- Vibrant Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $19
- Regular walking tour of Soviet Vilnius: $19
- Private Europos Parkas Tour with Entrance Ticket: $19
- Regular walking tour of Jewish Vilnius: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Vilnius $6.83
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
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$4.66
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
When comparing the travel costs between Jerusalem and Vilnius, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Jerusalem is in Middle East and Vilnius is in Europe, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Vilnius Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Vilnius?
Jerusalem has a larger population, and is about 32% larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Vilnius, 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 Vilnius?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius in the Summer?
Both Vilnius and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Vilnius in the summer for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Jerusalem is a little warmer than Vilnius. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Vilnius averages at about 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Vilnius. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Jerusalem. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Vilnius during summer. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Vilnius receives 219 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Vilnius. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Vilnius 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Vilnius in the Autumn?
Both Vilnius and Jerusalem during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Vilnius for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In October, Jerusalem is generally much warmer than Vilnius. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Vilnius fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
It's quite sunny in Jerusalem. In the autumn, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Vilnius. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vilnius receives 94 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Vilnius. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Vilnius 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Vilnius in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Vilnius. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Vilnius can be very cold. Jerusalem is much warmer than Vilnius in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Vilnius fluctuates around -5°C (23°F).
Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Vilnius during winter. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Vilnius receives 36 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives more rain than Vilnius. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Vilnius -5°C (23°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Vilnius in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Vilnius. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the natural beauty are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
In the spring, Jerusalem is much warmer than Vilnius. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Vilnius averages at about 7°C (45°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jerusalem this time of the year. In the spring, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Vilnius. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vilnius receives 164 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Vilnius. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Vilnius 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Vilnius and Jerusalem
| Jerusalem | Vilnius | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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