Which place is cheaper, Bordeaux or Kiev?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kiev or Bordeaux?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Kiev and Bordeaux can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Bordeaux?
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
Bordeaux
Bordeaux is the place to go for fine wines. It's a very mellow, cultural city where you can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of a quaint cafe or restaurant without being rushed. The city is the capital of Gironde, and the entire metropolitan area has over one million residents. The city also has a rather large and vibrant university and the population is known to be very tolerant and liberal. There is a very strong artistic vibe in the city and, due to it's history of English rule, there is an English flair to the area. The large student population means that there is no shortage of opportunities to see shows, hear music, or visit a museum.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $26Bordeaux $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $26, while the average daily cost in Bordeaux is $127. 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 Kiev and Bordeaux in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $17Bordeaux $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $34Bordeaux $136
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Bordeaux
Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Bordeaux? 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: Bordeaux Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $1.03Bordeaux $17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Business Car: $55
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $61
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $55
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $61
- Luxury Departure Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Kyiv Boryspil Airport: $30
- Private Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $24
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bordeaux
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bordeaux:
- Private One way Transfer Bordeaux Airport to or from Bordeaux: $60
- Private Transfer from Bordeaux Airport to City of Bordeaux: $87
- Transfer Airport, Hotel, Station and others places: $97
- Private Transfer Bordeaux City to Bordeaux Airport BOD by Car: $97
- Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $103
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Business Car: $103
- Departure Private Transfers : Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Business Car: $103
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Business Car: $103
- Airport Transfer: Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux by Luxury Van: $103
- Departure Private Transfers : Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $108
- Bordeaux Airport Transfers: Bordeaux to Bordeaux Airport BOD in Luxury Van: $108
- Arrival Private Transfers : Bordeaux Airport BOD to Bordeaux in Luxury Van: $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Bordeaux?
Prices for flights to both Bordeaux and Kiev 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 dayKiev $7.25Bordeaux $49
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $113
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bordeaux
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bordeaux.
- No Diet Club : Bordeaux Food Tour in Les Chartrons !: $64
- Bordeaux - sweet food tour of the old city: $64
- NO DIET CLUB - Unique food tour in Bordeaux !: $65
- 2-Hour River Dinner Cruise: $74
- Sweet Specialties Tasting Bakeries Food Tour: $82
- Bordeaux Bakery Food Tour - Boulangeries and Pâtisseries : $84
- Bordeaux : Afternoon Food Tour by a local guide: $85
- Bordeaux Organic Food Tour - French Apéro Style: $93
- Bordeaux : unforgettable Food Tour by a local guide: $96
- Private Bakery, Chocolate & Patisserie Food Tour: $96
- Bordeaux Traditional Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $103
- Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $107
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $2.04Bordeaux $8.46
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- Underground Tunnels Exploration Tour: $34
- Kyiv Underground Tour: $35
- Panoramic Kyiv by Night Driving Tour with Private Guide: $38
- Kyiv Podil District Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $38
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour to Kiev Pechersk Lavra : $39
- Private Street Art Walking Tour with Local Guide - Best of Kyiv Murals: $39
- Sunrise in Kyiv Private Tour: $39
- Kyiv Metro Private Tour – Highlights of the Subway Stations: $39
- Soviet Kiev - 2 hours Walking Tour: $42
- Kiev Open Tour - History & Modern Life in 3 hours: $43
- Mysteries of Baikove Cemetery Private Guided Tour: $45
- Kiev Best Sights Private Half-Day Tour : $46
Tours and Activities in Bordeaux
Here are a few actual costs in Bordeaux for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Bordeaux : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.14
- Free Walking City Tour: $2.15
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Bordeaux Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.57
- City Highlights Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- The best of Find more than wine on this self-guided audio tour: $6.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $7.00
- City Highlights & Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt Tour: $7.00
- Centre of Explore 2,000 years of history on a self-guided audio tour: $8.99
- Bordeaux Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
- Guided Walking Tour: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKiev $6.40Bordeaux $28
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Pub Crawling | Private Beer Tasting Tour: $77
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
Sample the Local Flavors in Bordeaux
Also in Bordeaux, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine and Trade Museum Entry Ticket & Wine Tasting: $11
- Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum Admission Ticket with Wine Tasting: $11
- Distillery Tour in Bordeaux with Spirits Tasting: $16
- Wine Tasting Cruise: $23
- Cité du Vin Direct Ticket and Wine Tasting: $24
- Bordeaux Pub Crawl: $25
- Taillan-Médoc: Château Visit and Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: $27
- Wine Tour and Tasting: $29
- Unusual Wine Tasting Experience - Wood & Wine: $30
- Unusual wine tasting in DARWIN (Bordeaux)!: $31
- Discover Bordeaux vineyard : special wine tasting with two cellar men brothers: $32
- Chateau du Taillan and Park including Wine Tasting Tour: $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Bordeaux, we can see that Bordeaux is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Bordeaux would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bordeaux than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kiev Expensive? and Is Bordeaux Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Bordeaux?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Bordeaux. When comparing the sizes of Kiev and Bordeaux, 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 Kiev or Bordeaux?
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 Kiev or Bordeaux in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Bordeaux. Furthermore, the summer months attract visitors to Bordeaux because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Kiev is generally around the same temperature as Bordeaux. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 21°C (70°F), and Bordeaux fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In July, Kiev usually receives more rain than Bordeaux. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Bordeaux 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Bordeaux in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Bordeaux. Additionally, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Bordeaux this time of year.
Kiev is cooler than Bordeaux in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (49°F) in October, and Bordeaux fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Kiev usually gets less rain in October than Bordeaux. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Bordeaux 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Bordeaux in the Winter?
Both Bordeaux and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Bordeaux for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Kiev in the winter. In the winter, Kiev is much colder than Bordeaux. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kiev in January average around -4°C (24°F), and Bordeaux averages at about 6°C (43°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Bordeaux. In January, Kiev usually receives less rain than Bordeaux. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Bordeaux 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Bordeaux in the Spring?
Both Bordeaux and Kiev during the spring are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Bordeaux in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Kiev is generally cooler than Bordeaux. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 10°C (51°F), and Bordeaux fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
Kiev usually gets less rain in April than Bordeaux. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Bordeaux receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Bordeaux 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Bordeaux and Kiev
| Kiev | Bordeaux | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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