Which place is cheaper, La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba?
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 La Ceiba. 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 La Ceiba?
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.
La Ceiba
La Ceiba is the third largest city in Honduras, situated on the north Caribbean coast. The city has a population of about a quarter million people. Many people who visit this city do so before heading into Pico Bonito National Park. It hasn't had the best infrastructure for tourists in the past but is developing fast. It is about 200 kilometers from San Pedro Sula, another large city in Honduras.
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 €118La Ceiba €63
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €118, while the average daily cost in La Ceiba is €63. 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 La Ceiba in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44La Ceiba €19
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88La Ceiba €38
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and La Ceiba
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or La Ceiba? 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 and La Ceiba Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17La Ceiba €26
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $60
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in La Ceiba
Some specific examples of transportation prices in La Ceiba:
- From Copan: One Way Shared Transfer to La Ceiba: $29
- Ferry Transfer between La Ceiba and Roatán Island: $43
- From Roatan: One Way Shared transfer to La Ceiba: $49
- Private Transfer from Goloson Airport (LCE) to Banana Coast Port: $180
- Private Transfer from La Ceiba hotels to Banana Coast Cruise Port: $180
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or La Ceiba?
Prices for flights to both La Ceiba 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 €60La Ceiba €25
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19La Ceiba €18
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 €16La Ceiba €4.13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and La Ceiba, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is La Ceiba much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in La Ceiba 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 La Ceiba.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is La Ceiba Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or La Ceiba?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of La Ceiba. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and La Ceiba, 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.