Which place is cheaper, Melaka 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 Melaka?
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 Melaka. 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 Melaka?
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.
Melaka
Melaka (or Malacca) is a large city on the western coast of Malaysia about half way between Singapore and Kuala Lumpur. This historical city grew up as a result of trading in the region due to its position on the namesake Straights of Malacca, a natural waterway formed from the peninsula of Malaysia and the Indonesian island of Sumatra. The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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 Family-Friendly Tours to Malaysia, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Malaysia.
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Kaunas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €117Melaka €30
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €117, while the average daily cost in Melaka is €30. 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 Melaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €42Melaka €8.73
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €84Melaka €17
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Melaka
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Melaka? 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 Melaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €15Melaka €1.92
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $67
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $59
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Melaka
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Melaka are as follows:
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Taxi€4.36
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Bus Ride€0.33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Melaka
Also for Melaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malacca City Hotels to Kuala Lumpur Hotels 1-way Transfer: $43
- Malacca Hotel to Kuala Lumpur Hotel (Door to Door) Transfer: $74
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Fraser's Hill Transfer [Van]: $81
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Mersing Transfer [Van]: $81
- Private Transfer from Malacca Cruise Port to Kuala Lumpur city: $114
- Private Transfer : Taman Negara Kuala Tahan to Cameron Highlands: $170
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Mersing Transfer [Car]: $214
- Chauffeur: Malacca to Singapore Car Transfer: $220
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Melaka?
Prices for flights to both Melaka 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 €58Melaka €19
Typical Food Prices in Melaka
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Melaka:
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Sitdown Lunch (for Two)€6.54
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Dinner at the Market (for Two)€2.84
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Asam Pedas (Fish Curry)€1.31
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Taiwanese Noodle Soup€1.09
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Sitdown Dinner (for Two)€6.98
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Melaka
For Melaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Melaka Authentic Cooking Class - 60 Mins: $22
- Small Group Melaka After Dark Food Tour: $50
- Rempah Routes Melaka Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $55
- Melaka Meals Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $55
- Private Traditional Peranakan & Malay Cooking Class in Melaka: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €18Melaka €3.70
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Best of A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour: $15
- From Rumšiškės Museum and Pažaislis Monastery Tour: $254
- From Žemaitija Park, Plateliai, & Cold War Tour: $254
- Immersive VR Cultural Experience in Kaunas: $23
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $115
- Kaunas Old Town : Private Ghost Tour: $299
- Kaunas Old Town Tour: Local Secrets & Hidden Corners: $58
- Kaunas Old Town and Aleksotas tour: $165
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $57
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $460
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $299
- Kaunas to Hill of Crosses via Šiluva and Tytuvėnai Private Tour: $251
Typical Entertainment Prices in Melaka
For Melaka, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Maritime Museum Entrance€0.65
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Taming Sari Revolving Tower Entrance€4.36
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)€9.82
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Baba and Nyonya Peranakan Museum Entrance€2.18
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Melaka Zoo Entrance€1.53
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Low Cost Kite€0.65
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Malacca Duck Tour€8.73
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Melaka River Cruise (One Hour)€2.18
Tours and Activities in Melaka
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Melaka.
- Melaka UNESCO City Guided Walking Tour: $5.02
- Malaysia: Melaka Upside Down House Entry Ticket: $7.21
- Essential Self-Guided Tour of it's UNESCO Heritage Centre: $15
- Malaysia: A'famosa Melaka Ticket: $18
- From Kuala Lumpur Full Day A'Famosa Theme Park Experience: $40
- Malacca To Kuala Lumpur International Airport EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour: $48
- Malacca City To Kuala Lumpur Airport EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour: $48
- Malacca Hotels To Kuala Lumpur Hotels En-route Putrajaya Tour: $49
- Malacca To Kuala Lumpur En-route Putrajaya Tour: $49
- Malacca City To Kuala Lumpur City En-route Putrajaya Tour: $49
- Small Group Melaka Flavours Food and Culture Tour: $50
- Malacca City Hotels To Kuala Lumpur City Hotels EN-ROUTE Putrajaya City Tour: $61
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €15Melaka €7.57
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Melaka, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Melaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and Melaka is in Asia, 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 Melaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Melaka 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 Melaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Melaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Melaka?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Melaka. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Melaka, 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.