Should you visit Kemi or Copenhagen?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the prices of travel for Kemi and Copenhagen. 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. So, let's dig into it.
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.
Copenhagen
Copenhagen is the capital city of Denmark. It has a small town vibe but is still a cosmopolitan city with lots of shopping, culture, and nightlife. It's a very safe and comfortable city that is easy to explore on foot. Copenhagen is the birthplace of many old fairytales, but also has modern, world class architecture and a liberal vibe. The people of Copenhagen are diverse and international. Most residents are Danes, but some come from Germany and Sweden and there are also many Middle Eastern immigrants.
Which city is cheaper, Copenhagen or Kemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kemi is €107, while the average daily cost in Copenhagen is €160. 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 city. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Kemi and Copenhagen in more detail.
Accommodation
For a normal double-occupancy room in Kemi, €118 is the average cost for a hotel room. Also in Kemi, the typical price for a place to stay for one person is €59, such as in a hostel.
Travelers usually pay around €138 for a double occupancy room in Copenhagen If you want to be in a premiere location or have high end amenities, you can expect to pay a bit more.
Local Transportation
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Kemi than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €31 on transportation in Kemi on average per day.
Public transportation tends to be much less expensive in Copenhagen than paying for a taxi or private car service, as is expected. Typically, people spend €56 on transportation in Copenhagen on average per day.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kemi
Also for Kemi, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Transfer Kemi-Rovaniemi:
$311
Typical Local Transportation prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Copenhagen:
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Copenhagen
Also for Copenhagen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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Ultra - Copenhagen Private Airport Transfer City Centre to Copenhagen Airport:
$8.71
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Round Trip Copenhagen Kastrup Airport (CPH) Transfer to Copenhagen City Center:
$155
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Private Departure Transfer from Copenhagen City to CPH Copenhagen Airport:
$86
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Private Airport Transfer: from Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport (CPH):
$86
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Private Airport Transfer: Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport (CPH):
$136
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Departure Private Transfer: Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport CPH in Luxuy Van:
$142
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Departure Private Transfer: Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport CPH in Business Car:
$124
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Departure Private Transfer: Copenhagen City to Copenhagen Airport CPH by Minibus:
$266
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Departure Private Transfer from Copenhagen City to Copenhagen Port in Minibus:
$200
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Departure Private Transfer Copenhagen to Copenhagen Port in Luxury Van:
$97
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Departure Private Transfer Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport CPH by Luxury Car:
$125
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Departure Private Transfer Copenhagen to Copenhagen Airport CPH by Business Car:
$118
Is it cheaper to fly into Kemi or Copenhagen?
Prices for flights to both Copenhagen 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
On average, meal and food prices in Kemi cost around €27 per person, per day. While this price can vary widely by location, the type of restaurant, and the amount of food ordered, a typical meal often costs around €11.
The price of a meal in Copenhagen can vary widely. However, the average price for food per day is €48 per person, and a typical meal will cost around €19 based on the spending of previous visitors. Less expensive dining options can be found by eating street food or at fast food restaurants.
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Food
Meals for one day
Kemi €27
Copenhagen €48
Typical Food prices in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
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Private Copenhagen Street Food Tour with a Local Foodie:
$94
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Traditional Nordic and Danish Cooking Class with an Expert Local:
$97
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Sweden Daytrip: Food Tour to Malmö:
$1,724
Entertainment
Sightseeing expenses in Kemi, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €23 per day, per person.
Sightseeing expenses in Copenhagen, including the cost of admission tickets for day tours, museums, and attractions, usually cost an average of €23 per day, per person.
Tours and Activities in Kemi
For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Audio Guided Day Tour of Ranua Zoo with Entry Ticket and Lunch:
$280
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Full-Day Tour of Rovaniemi and Santa Claus Village:
$267
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Northern Lights Aurora Tour from Kemi:
$123
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Snow Adventure Day from Kemi:
$248
Typical Entertainment prices in Copenhagen
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Copenhagen's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Boat Tour
€8.06
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Coffee
€13
Tours and Activities in Copenhagen
For Copenhagen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
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Best of Copenhagen Private Tour:
$578
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Copenhagen 3 hrs Private Panoramic Tour:
$482
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Copenhagen City Highlights Private Tour & Christiansborg Palace:
$908
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Copenhagen Highlights and Torvehallerne Market Private Tour:
$578
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Copenhagen Old City Train Tours:
$14
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Copenhagen Private Walking Tour:
$323
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Copenhagen Self-Guided Audio Tour:
$12
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Copenhagen Welcome Tour: Private Tour with a Local:
$40
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1-Hour Canal Cruise from Ved Stranden or Nyhavn:
$15
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2-Hour City Walking Tour:
$40
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2-hour “Hidden Gems” Canal Tour:
$61
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4-Hour City Highlights Walking Tour:
$848
Alcohol
Typically, people visiting Kemi spend on average €9.59 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
Typically, people visiting Copenhagen spend on average €10 on alcoholic beverages per person, per day.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kemi and Copenhagen, we can see that Copenhagen is more expensive. And not only is Kemi much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kemi would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kemi 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 Copenhagen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Copenhagen than you might in Kemi.
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