A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kaunas vs. Guayaquil for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kaunas or Guayaquil?

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 Guayaquil. 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 Guayaquil?

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.

Guayaquil

Guayaquil is Ecuador's largest city and seaport. From a tourist perspective, the city acts primarily as a transportation gateway to the country and the Galapagos Islands. While the city can be skipped altogether, should you have a free day to spend here, there are a few noteworthy things to do, as well as some terrific dining and nightlife options. Guayaquil’s main tourist attraction is Las Penas, a hill with old, colorfully painted buildings at the north end of the Malecon, where you can walk the 400 steps to the lighthouse at the top for good views of the city. The neighborhood is filled with cafes, bars, restaurants, and art galleries and is relatively safe. Other important sights include the Malecon 2000, a massive urban development project that has brought new life to the riverside in the city center and the Parque Seminario, filled with fountains, trees and iguanas, located at 10 de Agosto Ave and Chile Ave.

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 G Adventures Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ecuador.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Guayaquil, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Guayaquil much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and Guayaquil is in South 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 Guayaquil would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Guayaquil 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 Guayaquil.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Guayaquil Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Guayaquil?

Guayaquil has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Guayaquil, 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 Kaunas or Guayaquil?

Kaunas has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Guayaquil experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Kaunas or Guayaquil in the Summer?

Both Guayaquil and Kaunas during the summer are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Guayaquil year-round.

Kaunas is cooler than Guayaquil in the summer. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

Guayaquil gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kaunas usually gets less rain in July than Guayaquil. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kaunas or Guayaquil in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Guayaquil. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months. Guayaquil attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the autumn, Kaunas is much colder than Guayaquil. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kaunas in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Guayaquil averages at about 23°C (73°F).

In October, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Kaunas or Guayaquil in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Guayaquil. The winter months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the shopping scene and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Guayaquil throughout the year.

The weather in Kaunas can be very cold. In January, Kaunas is generally much colder than Guayaquil. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around -5°C (23°F), and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

It's quite rainy in Guayaquil. Kaunas usually gets less rain in January than Guayaquil. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kaunas or Guayaquil in the Spring?

Both Guayaquil and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The activities around the city are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Guayaquil because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

Kaunas is much colder than Guayaquil in the spring. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 7°C (44°F) in April, and Guayaquil fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Guayaquil. In April, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Guayaquil. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Guayaquil receives 120 mm (4.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Guayaquil and Kaunas