Which place is cheaper, Bratislava or Johannesburg?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Johannesburg or Bratislava?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Johannesburg and Bratislava 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: Johannesburg or Bratislava?
Johannesburg
Johannesburg is the largest city in South Africa with a population of over 3 million people. Most of the population is made up of South Africa's black residents, who predominately reside in the Soweto area. There are approximately half a million white residents and 300,000 residents of other descent. Half of the population live in the Soweto area as well as the nearby suburbs.
Bratislava
The capital and largest city of Slovakia, Bratislava is set on the shores of the Danube River near the borders of Austria and Hungary. While the city is skirted by mountains and vineyards, its 18th century old town center is crossed with cobbled walkways and surrounded by historic landmarks and architecture. One such monument is the Bratislava Castle, set atop a hill overlooking it all-the old town, the river, and the bustle of people in the charming city below.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to South Africa, The Best Eco Tours in South Africa, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Slovakia, and The Best River Cruises in Slovakia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJohannesburg $95Bratislava $130
The average daily cost (per person) in Johannesburg is $95, while the average daily cost in Bratislava is $130. 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 Johannesburg and Bratislava in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJohannesburg $55Bratislava $53
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJohannesburg $110Bratislava $106
Compare Hotels in Johannesburg and Bratislava
Looking for a hotel in Johannesburg or Bratislava? 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: Johannesburg Hotel Prices and Bratislava Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Johannesburg $16Bratislava $28
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Johannesburg
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Johannesburg:
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Taxi Ride$3.24
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Johannesburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Johannesburg:
- 1-3 Passenger Private Johannesburg - Airport Transfer: $35
- Johannesburg Airport JNB to Johannesburg Hotels Arrival Transfer: $35
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Johannesburg - Arrival Private Transfer: $35
- Johannesburg to Johannesburg Airport (JNB) Departure Transfer: $35
- Transfers Between Lanseria Airport And Johannesburg : $42
- OR Tambo Private Airport to Hotel and Hotel to Airport Transfers : $43
- Private Airport Transfer & Grounds to Sandton, Johannesburg & Pretoria 599: $44
- Johannesburg Airport Private Transfers: Departures (Hotel Pickup): $45
- OR Tambo Airport Transfers Around Johannesburg: $46
- Private Airport Transfer from OR Tambo Airport to Lesedi Village: $47
- Airport Transfers Johannesburg : $47
- Luxury Car Johannesburg Airport Private Transfer: $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bratislava
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bratislava:
- Airport to Hotel Private Transfer Service: $24
- Private arrival OR departure transfer in Bratislava (hotel OR airport pick-up): $28
- Bratislava Airport BTS to Piestany - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Bratislava Airport to Turčianske Teplice Arrival Private Transfer: $66
- Private Transfer from Bratislava City to Vienna City: $98
- Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna Airport, 2 Hour Stop: $110
- Private Transfer From Bratislava To Vienna, 2h Stop in Schlosshof: $125
- Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Bojnice Resorts - Round Trip Transfer: $132
- Vienna Airport VIE to Bojnice Resorts Round Trip Private Transfer: $132
- Bratislava Airport BTS to Poprad - Arrival Private Transfer: $170
- Private Transfer from Bratislava to Budapest with 2h of Sightseeing: $202
- Private transfer from Bratislava to Vienna: $263
Is it cheaper to fly into Johannesburg or Bratislava?
Prices for flights to both Bratislava and Johannesburg 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 dayJohannesburg $17Bratislava $48
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Johannesburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Johannesburg.
- Maboneng Street Art and Street Food Tour: $41
- A Private Traditional Cape Malay Cooking Class, with a MKR Finalist: $95
- JOBURG DINNERS : MABONENG CITY DINNER: $97
- Johannesburg Culture and food tour: $99
- Pan-African Cooking & Dinning Experience: $216
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bratislava
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bratislava.
- Local Beer & Food Tour: $142
- Bratislava Traditional Food Tour: $170
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Johannesburg $21Bratislava $32
Tours and Activities in Johannesburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Johannesburg are as follows:
- Johannesburg Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Optional Soweto Tour: $16
- Jo'burg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Apartheid Museum & Soweto: $16
- Architectural Walking Tour: $19
- Soweto: Hector Pieterson Memorial, to Orlando Towers Tour: $24
- Braamfontein Street Art Tour: $27
- Maboneng Street Art & Culture Tour: $27
- Soweto: Bike Tour with a Local Tour Guide: $30
- Colours of A Graffiti & Street Art Tour: $30
- (Meet the Artist)Art Gallery & Street Art tour with lunch: $30
- Half-Day Walking Tour in Soweto: $32
- A Day Of Soweto Food & Beer Tour: $32
Tours and Activities in Bratislava
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bratislava are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Top experience walking tour with bonus and castle: $4.37
- Bratislava Old Town In App Audio Tour (ENG): $5.43
- City & Castle Tour - Introduction to Bratislava: $5.46
- Guided City and Castle Tour from Bratislava: $5.47
- Historic City Centre Self-guided Tour: $6.35
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
- Bratislava Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self Guided Tour: $6.56
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Tour: $7.00
- Gallery Multium Entrance Ticket: $7.00
- Gallery Multium Entrance Ticket: $7.11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJohannesburg $4.73Bratislava $20
Sample the Local Flavors in Johannesburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Johannesburg:
- Wine Tasting Experience in Johannesburg: $8.23
- Wine Tasting and Cableway Half Day Tour: $115
- Experience Johannesburg Wine Tour Views and Luxury: $226
Sample the Local Flavors in Bratislava
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Bratislava:
- Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $11
- Quick Wine Tasting in Michalská: $11
- Wine Tasting with Sommelier in Bratislava: $14
- Wine Tasting with Sommelier: $15
- Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $16
- Wine Tasting IN THE DARK!: $21
- Bratislava 3-Hour Wine Tasting: $104
- Devin Castle Tour with Currant Wine Tasting: $144
- Devin Castle Tour with Wine Tasting: $159
- Bratislava Food and Wine Tour: $181
- Little Carpathian Wine Tour: $201
- 6-Hour Carpathian Wine Tour and Tasting: $210
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Johannesburg and Bratislava, we can see that Bratislava is more expensive. And not only is Johannesburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Johannesburg is in Africa and Bratislava 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 Johannesburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Johannesburg 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 Bratislava would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bratislava than you might in Johannesburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Johannesburg Expensive? and Is Bratislava Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Johannesburg or Bratislava?
Johannesburg has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Bratislava. When comparing the sizes of Johannesburg and Bratislava, 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.