Which place is cheaper, Sundborn or Kaunas?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kaunas or Sundborn?
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 Sundborn. 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 Sundborn?
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.
Sundborn
Sundborn is a locality situated in Falun Municipality, Dalarna County, Sweden. Most visitors come to the small town to see the residence of one of Sweden's most loved artists, Carl Larsson, who lived there with his wife Karin, also a well-known artist and designer.
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 Sweden, and The Best Wildlife Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €95Sundborn €0.00
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €95, while the average daily cost in Sundborn is €0.00. 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 Sundborn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Sundborn -
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Sundborn €0.00
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Sundborn
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Sundborn? 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 €17Sundborn -
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- Private Transfer from Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by car: $46
- Private Kaunas Airport to City Transfer: $48
- Departure Private Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN by Minivan: $56
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Sundborn?
Prices for flights to both Sundborn 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 €37Sundborn -
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Sundborn -
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $55
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $64
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $76
- Kaunas Private Walking Tour: $84
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $86
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $86
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $109
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $144
- Kaunas Tour: Love Stories: $170
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Ghost Tour: $170
- Kayak Tour in Nemunas: $185
- 2-Hour Sightseeing Walking Tour: $191
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Sundborn -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Sundborn, we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Sundborn much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Sundborn would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Sundborn 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 Sundborn.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Sundborn Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Kaunas or Sundborn?
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 Sundborn in the Summer?
Both Sundborn 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.
In the summer, Kaunas is around the same temperature as Sundborn. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kaunas in July average around 18°C (64°F), and Sundborn averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In July, Kaunas usually receives around the same amount of rain as Sundborn. Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Sundborn 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Sundborn in the Autumn?
Both Sundborn 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.
In October, Kaunas is generally a little warmer than Sundborn. Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 8°C (46°F), and Sundborn fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).
Kaunas usually gets less rain in October than Sundborn. Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Sundborn 6°C (44°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Sundborn in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Sundborn. The shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Sundborn. It's quite cold in Kaunas in the winter. Kaunas is a little warmer than Sundborn in the winter. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Sundborn fluctuates around -6°C (20°F).
In January, Kaunas usually receives around the same amount of rain as Sundborn. Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Sundborn -6°C (20°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Sundborn in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Sundborn. Many travelers come to Kaunas for the activities around the city.
Sundborn can get quite cold in the spring. In the spring, Kaunas is much warmer than Sundborn. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kaunas in April average around 7°C (44°F), and Sundborn averages at about 4°C (40°F).
Kaunas usually gets more rain in April than Sundborn. Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Sundborn receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Sundborn 4°C (40°F)
Typical Weather for Sundborn and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -6°C (20°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | -5°C (24°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
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