Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Kiev?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kiev or Gdansk?
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 Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Gdansk?
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.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $26Gdansk $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $26, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is $54. 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 Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $17Gdansk $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $34Gdansk $54
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Gdansk? 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: Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $1.03Gdansk $8.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP in Business Car: $60
- 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: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $55
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Luxury Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Kyiv Boryspil Airport: $30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Elblag: $15
- Gdańsk Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Ostróda: $23
- Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport (GDN) to Gdynia Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Gdynia Cruise Port to Gdansk Airport (GDN): $28
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdansk city: $33
- Private Transfer from Gdansk city to Gdansk (GDN) Airport: $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Sta: $36
- Alle Taxi - Airport Transfer Gdansk: $36
- Gdansk Airport: Private Transfer to Gdansk, Sopot, or Gdynia: $37
- Private Transfer from Gdansk (GDN) Airport to Gdynia City: $38
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Minivan: $39
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk 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 $7.23Gdansk $20
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
- Ukrainian cooking master class − the tastiest master class in Kyiv: $103
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $112
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $2.03Gdansk $8.13
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- Memories of a Revolution: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Kyiv: $6.22
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $28
- 2 Hours Kyiv Street Art Tour : $32
- Underground Tunnels Exploration Tour: $34
- Kiev guided walking tour: discover highlights and hidden gems of the capital: $34
- Private Ukrainian Street Art Tour in Kiev: $35
- Sightseeing City Tour: $35
- Kyiv Podil District Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $38
- Kyiv Old Town Private Walking Tour: $38
- Panoramic Kyiv by Night Driving Tour with Private Guide: $38
- Kiev Open Tour - History & Modern Life in 3 hours: $42
- Kyiv Street Art Tour: $44
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Gdańsk: City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- Gdańsk: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- Discover Gdansk! - €5 Walking Tour: $5.46
- Old Town Highlights Self-guided Tour: $6.31
- Gdańsk: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $6.42
- Gdansk Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Individual Sightseeing Tour with Audio Guide: $7.43
- Gdańsk: Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $14
- Gorgeous Gdansk Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Gdańsk : Catamaran River Cruise (group): $17
- Gdańsk: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKiev $6.37Gdansk $4.74
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Bar Crawl - Private Nightlife Tour: $49
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Gdansk, we can see that Gdansk 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 Gdansk would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gdansk 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 Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Gdansk?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Gdansk. When comparing the sizes of Kiev and Gdansk, 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 Gdansk?
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 Gdansk in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Gdansk.
Kiev is a little warmer than Gdansk in the summer. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Gdansk fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In July, Kiev usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Gdansk.
In the autumn, Kiev is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kiev in October average around 10°C (49°F), and Gdansk averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Kiev usually gets less rain in October than Gdansk. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Gdansk in the Winter?
Both Gdansk and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Kiev can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kiev is generally much colder than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around -4°C (24°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
In January, Kiev usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Kiev during the spring are popular places to visit.
Kiev is much warmer than Gdansk in the spring. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (51°F) in April, and Gdansk fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Kiev usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Kiev
| Kiev | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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