Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Kemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kemi and Hamburg. 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.
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.
Hamburg is most noted for its port, which is the largest in Germany and the second busiest in Europe. Despite it's size, it is actually located about 100 kilometers from the North Sea on the River Elbe. The popularity of this port has given Hamburg the nickname as Germany's Gateway to the World. The city itself is the second largest in Germany and the metropolitan area has a population of over 4 million people.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best 10-Day Tours from Berlin, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Berlin.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Kemi is €134, while the average daily cost in Hamburg is €117. 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 Hamburg in more detail.
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Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Hamburg:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hamburg:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Hamburg:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hamburg.
For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Here are a few typical costs in Hamburg for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Hamburg for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Hamburg:
When comparing the travel costs between Kemi and Hamburg, we can see that Kemi 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 Hamburg Expensive?.
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the sizes of Kemi and Hamburg, 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Both Hamburg and Kemi during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Hamburg in the summer for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Kemi is around the same temperature as Hamburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Kemi in July average around 15°C (60°F), and Hamburg averages at about 17°C (62°F).
In Hamburg, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kemi. In the summer, Kemi often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Kemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets less rain in July than Hamburg. Kemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kemi and Hamburg. Also, most visitors come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
Kemi can get quite cold in the autumn. In October, Kemi is generally much colder than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Kemi average around 2°C (36°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Kemi usually receives less sunshine than Hamburg during autumn. Kemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kemi usually receives around the same amount of rain as Hamburg. Kemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Kemi as well as Hamburg. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Hamburg because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Hamburg can be very cold. Kemi can be very cold during winter. Kemi is much colder than Hamburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Kemi averages around -12°C (10°F) in January, and Hamburg fluctuates around 0°C (33°F).
In the winter, Kemi often gets less sunshine than Hamburg. Kemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun.
Kemi usually gets less rain in January than Hamburg. Kemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Hamburg and Kemi are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the natural beauty are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
The weather in Kemi can be very cold. In the spring, Kemi is much colder than Hamburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Kemi in April average around -1°C (31°F), and Hamburg averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Kemi usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during spring. Kemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kemi usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Kemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Kemi | Hamburg | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |