Which place is cheaper, Ponce 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 Ponce?
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 Ponce. 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 Ponce?
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.
Ponce
Ponce is on the south coast of Puerto Rico. It's the second largest city on the island and has been around since 1692 when it was originally founded by Ponce de Leon's grandson Juan Ponce de Leon y Loayza. The city has several nicknames, including La Perla del Sur (The Pearl of the South), La Ciudad Senorial (The Noble, or Lordly, City), and La Ciudad de las Quenepas (Genip City).
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas $138Ponce $230
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is $138, while the average daily cost in Ponce is $230. 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 Ponce in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas $52Ponce $151
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas $104Ponce $302
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Ponce
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Ponce? 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 $20Ponce $10
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 Ponce
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ponce:
- San Juan Departure Share Transfer: $27
- Isabela / Hatillo to Aguadilla Airport(BQN) - DepartureTransfer: $44
- San Juan Puerto Rico Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $46
- San Juan PR Cruise Port to San Juan hotels - Arrival Transfer: $46
- Private Transfers from SJU Airport to Isla Verde, Condado or San Juan área : $60
- Transfer TO or FROM: Airport,Cruise,Hotel in DORADO or RIO GRANDE: $70
- Private Transfer from San Juan City Hotels to Ponce Cruise Port: $79
- Aguadilla Hernandez Airport (BQN) to Isabela - RoundTrip Transfer: $87
- Rio Grande hotel to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $109
- Vega Baja to San Juan Airport (SJU) - Departure Private Transfer: $170
- Transfer SJU Airport to Humacao and Nagüabo. Vice Versa One Way Trip: $185
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Ponce?
Prices for flights to both Ponce 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 $70Ponce $61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ponce
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ponce.
- Latin Night with Dinner and Local Music with Transportation: $59
- Puerto Rico Art and Wine Dinner with One Way Transportation: $89
- Private Cooking Class with a Fun Local in San German, Puerto Rico: $96
- Private Half-Day Island Authentic Food Tour : $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas $22Ponce $56
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
Tours and Activities in Ponce
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ponce are as follows:
- Private Sunset Walking Tour in San Juan: $25
- Guided Walking Tour in Ponce: $30
- Historical Walking Tour in Old San Juan: $30
- La Perla Cultural Tour: $35
- Prive Tours in Puerto Rico: $40
- Las Tinajas Waterfall: Guided Short Hike Adventure from Fajardo: $55
- Walking Guided Tour of History and Myths of Old San Juan : $60
- 2.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour of Old San Juan: $65
- Half-Day El Yunque Rainforest Tour from Fajardo: $65
- Half-Day Small-Group River Experience in El Yunque with Local : $68
- El Yunque Rainforest, Waterslides & Beach Tour from San Juan: $75
- Party Bus Experience in San Juan, Puerto Rico: $79
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas $18Ponce $16
Sample the Local Flavors in Ponce
Also in Ponce, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Artisan Puertorrican Winery and Distillery Tour: $50
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Ponce, we can see that Ponce is more expensive. And not only is Kaunas much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and Ponce is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Kaunas would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kaunas 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 Ponce would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ponce than you might in Kaunas.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Ponce Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Ponce?
Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Ponce. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Ponce, 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 Ponce?
Kaunas has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Ponce experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Kaunas or Ponce in the Summer?
Both Ponce and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Ponce because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Kaunas is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 18°C (64°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).
It's quite sunny in Ponce. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kaunas. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during summer. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 287 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Ponce. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Ponce 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Ponce in the Autumn?
Both Ponce and Kaunas during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Ponce year-round.
Kaunas is much colder than Ponce in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Ponce fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In Ponce, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 235 hours of full sun.
Ponce gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kaunas usually gets less rain in October than Ponce. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Ponce 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Ponce in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Ponce. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year. Ponce attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
It's quite cold in Kaunas in the winter. In the winter, Kaunas is much colder than Ponce. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kaunas in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Ponce averages at about 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Ponce this time of the year. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Ponce during winter. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Ponce receives 240 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Ponce. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Ponce 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Ponce in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Ponce. Many travelers come to Kaunas for the activities around the city. The warm climate attracts visitors to Ponce throughout the year.
In April, Kaunas is generally much colder than Ponce. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 7°C (44°F), and Ponce fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Ponce. In the spring, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Ponce. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ponce receives 272 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets less rain in April than Ponce. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Ponce receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Ponce 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Ponce and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
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