Which place is cheaper, Tallinn or Kampala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kampala or Tallinn?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Kampala or Tallinn? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Kampala or Tallinn?
Kampala
Kampala is the capital of Uganda in the South part of the country near Lake Victoria. It is the largest city in Uganda, with a population of over two million people. This city is very safe and the locals are known to be very kind and approachable.
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Camping Tours in Uganda, The Best Safaris in Uganda, The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKampala $71Tallinn $103
The average daily cost (per person) in Kampala is $71, while the average daily cost in Tallinn is $103. 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 Kampala and Tallinn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKampala $60Tallinn $51
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKampala $120Tallinn $102
Compare Hotels in Kampala and Tallinn
Looking for a hotel in Kampala or Tallinn? 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: Kampala Hotel Prices and Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kampala $2.54Tallinn $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kampala
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Kampala are as follows:
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Taxi around town$4.07
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kampala
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kampala:
- Private Transfer from Entebbe Airport (EBB) Uganda to Kampala: $130
- Full-Day Kampala Trip with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $200
- From 3-Day Murchison Falls Safari with Transfer: $2,200
- Entebbe Airport taxi. For a safe, affordable and reliable 24/7 airport transfer.: $45
- Entebbe Airport Transfers: $80
- Airport Transfer from Entebbe to Kampala: $30
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two$1.81
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn City by minibus: $92
- Arrival private transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Luxury Van: $43
- Departure private transfer from Tallinn to Tallinn Airport or Port by Luxury Car: $94
- Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer: $243
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Airport(TLL): $17
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $17
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $44
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $33
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $17
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $33
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $65
- Tallinn Return Airport Transfers: $69
Is it cheaper to fly into Kampala or Tallinn?
Prices for flights to both Tallinn and Kampala 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 dayKampala $8.55Tallinn $39
Typical Food Prices in Kampala
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Kampala:
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Lunch for 2$1.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kampala
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kampala.
- Like a local cooking Tours: $26
- Cooking Class for Typical Ugandan Food in Kampala: $31
- Cooking Class With a Local (Kampala, Jinja, Entebbe - 4 Hours): $56
- Kampala City Walking Food Tour: $77
- Night-time Boda Boda Street Food Tour: $91
- Kampala cooking tour: $133
- Half-day Kampala City Tour and Traditional Dance Show with Dinner (7-Hours): $147
- Kampala food tour: $205
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$8.36
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Dessert$1.25
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $85
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $97
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $128
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kampala -Tallinn $6.13
Tours and Activities in Kampala
Here are a few actual costs in Kampala for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 -One Day Jinja Source of River Nile Tour Experience : $150
- 1 Day Jinja source of the Nile tour: $290
- 1 Day Jinja source of the River Nile tour: $260
- 1 Day Jinja tour special with Lunch: $170
- 1 Day Uganda Cultural & Farm Experience: $500
- 1 day Jinja Day trip and Source of R. Nile tour: $261
- 1 day Uganda Equator Experience : $200
- 1-Day Uganda Rhino Trekking Tour Experience: $239
- 1-day Kampala city tour Uganda: $171
- 14-days-across-uganda-gorila-chimpanzee-safari-experience: $10,400
- 1Day Jinja Tour & source of the Nile River Experience : $179
- 2 Days Birding Tour in Entebbe: $246
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $8.85
- Discover Terrific Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Self-Guided Tour to Most Instagrammable Places in Tallinn: $15
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport (TLL) - Departure Private : $17
- 1-Hour Good Morning Tallinn Running Tour: $17
- Skip the Line: Tallinn TV Tower Entrance Ticket: $19
- City Sightseeing Tallinn Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $33
- Guided Old Town Tallinn Historical Walking Tour: $33
- Tallinn Bicycle Sightseeing Tour: $39
- Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $42
- 5 Hour Deluxe Shore Excursion in Tallinn from Cruise Port: $49
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Tallinn: $50
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKampala -Tallinn $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Kampala
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kampala:
- Entebbe and club,pub and bar crawl experiences: $35
- Kampala Pub Crawl | Uganda | 4 hours: $65
- Kampala Bar Crawl, Beer Tasting and Street Food (6 Hours): $71
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $73
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $125
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kampala and Tallinn, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Kampala much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kampala is in Africa and Tallinn 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 Kampala would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kampala 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Kampala.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kampala Expensive? and Is Tallinn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kampala or Tallinn?
Kampala has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Kampala and Tallinn, 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.