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

Should you visit Kaunas or Siofok?

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 Siofok. 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 Siofok?

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.

Siofok

Siofok is a charming lakefront town located on the southern coast of Lake Balaton in Hungary. It is one of the most popular holiday resorts in the nation, drawing at least two hundred thousand visitors each summer for its peaceful beaches and thriving nightlife. While lakefront beaches and the accompanying resorts are the main attractions, Siofok also has a host of other opportunities for sight-seeing, dining, shopping, and entertainment.

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 10-Day Tours in Hungary, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Hungary.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Siofok?

Kaunas has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Siofok. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Siofok, 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 Siofok?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Kaunas or Siofok in the Summer?

Both Siofok and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.

Kaunas is cooler than Siofok in the summer. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Siofok fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).

It's quite sunny in Siofok. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kaunas. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Siofok during summer. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Siofok receives 278 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Siofok. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Siofok receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Kaunas or Siofok in the Autumn?

Both Siofok and Kaunas during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.

In the autumn, Kaunas is cooler than Siofok. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kaunas in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Siofok averages at about 12°C (53°F).

In the autumn, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Siofok. Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Siofok receives 152 hours of full sun.

Kaunas usually gets more rain in October than Siofok. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Siofok receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kaunas or Siofok in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Siofok. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the winter for the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Siofok can be very cold during winter. Kaunas can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kaunas is generally much colder than Siofok. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around -5°C (23°F), and Siofok fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Siofok during winter. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Siofok receives 61 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Kaunas usually receives around the same amount of rain as Siofok. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Siofok receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Kaunas or Siofok in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Siofok. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the activities around the city during these months.

Kaunas is much colder than Siofok in the spring. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 7°C (44°F) in April, and Siofok fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).

In the spring, Kaunas often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Siofok. Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Siofok receives 178 hours of full sun.

Kaunas usually gets around the same amount of rain in April as Siofok. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Siofok receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Siofok and Kaunas