Which place is cheaper, Copan or Kaunas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Kaunas or Copan?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kaunas and Copan. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kaunas or Copan?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
Copan
If you are a lover of history, or just really want to tap into your inner Indiana Jones, a trip to Copan, Honduras is right up your alley. Located in western Honduras, the cobblestone lined streets and white adobe buildings topped with red roofs provide the beautiful backdrop to this once powerful city.
Occupied by the Maya for 2,000 years, Copan was the ruling city in the southern Mayan kingdom. Settled nicely in a fertile river valley among rolling hills, this city is absolutely fascinating and the perfect place to explore history.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras, and The Best Adventure Tours to Honduras.
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Kaunas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €118Copan €84
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €118, while the average daily cost in Copan is €84. 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 Kaunas and Copan in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Copan €18
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Copan €36
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Copan
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Copan? 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17Copan €63
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $68
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Copan?
Prices for flights to both Copan and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €60Copan €29
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Copan €20
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $54
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $60
- 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $69
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $70
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $84
- Tours in Kaunas Old Town: $100
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $117
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $119
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $176
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Private Ghost Tour: $243
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $243
- Old Town Private Ghost Tour: $477
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Copan €5.77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Copan, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Copan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and Copan is in Central America, 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 Copan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Copan 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas than you might in Copan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Copan Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Copan?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 60 times larger than the population of Copan. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Copan, 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.