Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Kemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kemi or Berlin?
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 Kemi and Berlin. 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: Kemi or Berlin?
Kemi
Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKemi €134Berlin €137
The average daily cost (per person) in Kemi is €134, while the average daily cost in Berlin is €137. 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 Kemi and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKemi €74Berlin €64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKemi €148Berlin €128
Compare Hotels in Kemi and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Kemi or Berlin? 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: Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kemi €39Berlin €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket€1.40
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Bahn Ticket€3.00
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Short Taxi Ride€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Welcome/Farewell SightseeingTaxi Tour +Transfer from/to the airport: $97
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin HTL-APT (SXF): $300
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Skip-the-line Charlottenburg Palace Private Tour & Transfers: $204
- Round Trip Private Transfer Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin by Business Car: $258
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with stops at Potsdam + Sanssouci Palace: $295
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $267
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Meissen Porcelain Manufactory stop: $261
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $727
- Private arrival OR departure transfer from/to airport of Berlin: $142
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Sedan Car: $103
- Private Transfer: Brandenburg Airport BER to Berlin in Luxury Van: $112
Is it cheaper to fly into Kemi or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Kemi 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 dayKemi €34Berlin €52
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go€5.00
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Turkish Sandwich€2.00
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Currywurst€2.00
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2 Pho Noodles€9.00
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)€60
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Mauer Park (2)€11
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Coffees at Impala€7.80
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- English Comedy Showcase Including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $28
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Berlin Mitte kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
- Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $63
- Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $70
- Evening Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kemi €29Berlin €22
Tours and Activities in Kemi
For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- SnowExperience365 Kemi entrance: $19
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)€20
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour : $22
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin.: $32
- (E) Bike Tour for Non Bikers option Rickshaw Shared Guide: $48
- 2 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $59
- 2 Hours E-Scooter Tour: $60
- 2-Hour Private Berlin Walking Tour, Berlin in the Third Reich and Cold War: $213
- 2-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $75
- 3 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $73
- 3-Hour Bike Tour of Tiergarten and Berlin's Hidden Places: $35
- 3-Hour Private Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $184
- 3D Adventure black light mini golf (Berlin): $21
- 4 Hours 2 Person Highlights Berlin Rickshaw Tour with Guide : $207
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKemi €12Berlin €16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show€14
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original One80 Berlin Pub Crawl: $16
- VIP Pub Crawl with Drinks and Challenges: $16
- brewery tour with beer tasting: $19
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $24
- Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
- Berlin Pub Crawl and Nightlife Clubbing tour: $26
- The Showgirls of Burlesque: $46
- Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $69
- Berlin:sunset boat trip with Argentine wine tasting and food: $214
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $250
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $255
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $401
When comparing the travel costs between Kemi and Berlin, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kemi Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kemi or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 150 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the sizes of Kemi and Berlin, 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 Kemi or Berlin?
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 Kemi or Berlin in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Berlin. Furthermore, most visitors come to Berlin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Kemi is cooler than Berlin in the summer. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around 15°C (60°F) in July, and Berlin fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Berlin this time of the year. In Kemi, it's very sunny this time of the year. Kemi usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during summer. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Kemi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Berlin. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKemi 15°C (60°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Berlin in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Berlin. Additionally, the autumn months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Kemi can be very cold during autumn. In the autumn, Kemi is much colder than Berlin. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kemi in October average around 2°C (36°F), and Berlin averages at about 10°C (50°F).
In the autumn, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Berlin. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 106 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets more rain in October than Berlin. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKemi 2°C (36°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Berlin in the Winter?
Both Berlin and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
It's quite cold in Berlin in the winter. The weather in Kemi can be very cold. In January, Kemi is generally much colder than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around -12°C (10°F), and Berlin fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Berlin during winter. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kemi usually receives more rain than Berlin. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKemi -12°C (10°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Kemi or Berlin in the Spring?
Both Berlin and Kemi during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Berlin for the activities around the city.
It's quite cold in Kemi in the spring. Kemi is much colder than Berlin in the spring. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -1°C (31°F) in April, and Berlin fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
In the spring, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 160 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets less rain in April than Berlin. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKemi -1°C (31°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Kemi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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