A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kiev vs. Nice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kiev or Nice?

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 Nice can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kiev or Nice?

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.

Nice

Nice, in the French Riviera, is one of the most popular destinations in France. It's located on the southeast coast along the Mediterranean Sea and is the second largest French city on the Mediterranean. It is an energetic city that attracts all types of vacationers from every age group and demographic. It's the 5th largest city in the country and is the capital of the Alpes Maritimes departement. The metropolitan area has a population of about 1 million.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.


Which place is cheaper, Nice or Kiev?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $26, while the average daily cost in Nice is $141. 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 Nice in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kiev $17
    Nice $63
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kiev $34
    Nice $126
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Nice

Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Nice? 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.

Hotels in Kiev


Hotels in Nice


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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: Nice Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kiev $1.03
    Nice $27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:

  • Private Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $24
  • Private Departure Transfer To Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $24
  • Private Arrival Airport Transfer from Kyiv Boryspil Airport: $30
  • Private Transfer: From Kyiv city to Kyiv Boryspil International Airport : $37
  • Private Transfer from Zhulyany (Kyiv International Airport) to Kyiv: $42
  • VIP Airport Transfer Service in Kiev: $43
  • Private transfer: Boryspil International Airport to Kyiv: $48
  • Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $55
  • 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 Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $61
  • Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $61

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Nice

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Nice:

  • Private Transfer from Nice City to Nice Airport: $43
  • Arrival Transfer from Côte d'Azur Airport NCE to Nice City in Private Car: $44
  • Private transfer from Nice city to Nice Airport: $44
  • Monaco to Hercule Monte Carlo Port Departure Private Transfer: $46
  • Nice Intl Airport (NCE) to Villefranche Port- Arrival Transfer: $49
  • Nice hotels to Villefranche Port - Departure Transfer: $49
  • Nice hotels to Nice Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) - Departure Private Transfer: $49
  • Nice Intl Airport (NCE) to Port de la Santé- Arrrival Private Transfer: $49
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port de la Santé to Nice hotels- Arrival Private Transfer: $49
  • Port de la Santé to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Private Departure Transfer: $49
  • Villefranche Port to Nice Intl Airport (NCE) - Departure Transfer: $49
  • Villefranche-sur-Mer - Port to Nice hotels- Arrival Transfer: $49

Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Nice?

Prices for flights to both Nice 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Kiev $7.25
    Nice $53

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

Typical Food Prices in Nice

Some typical examples of dining costs in Nice are as follows:


  • Slushee
    $2.68
  • Strawberries
    $4.29
  • Loaf of Bread
    $3.43

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Nice

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Nice.

  • Nice Small-Group Walking Food Tour with Local Specialties & Wine Tasting: $84
  • Viator Exclusive: Organic French Dinner in the Garden of Nice: $95
  • Old Nice Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience: $104
  • Viator Exclusive: Local Cooking Class & Dinner with View of Nice: $107
  • 3.5-Hour Original Old Town Food Tour: $108
  • Private French Cooking Class with a Fun Local Noel: $108
  • Half-Day Walking Food Tour in Nice with Lunch: $115
  • Half Day Afternoon Walking Food Tour with Dinner: $147
  • Dinner in the vineyard French Riviera: $193
  • Dinner in the Vineyard French Riviera: $206

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kiev $2.04
    Nice $13

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 Nice

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nice are as follows:

  • Nice : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.14
  • Vieux Nice : Discovery Stroll and Reading Walking Tour: $2.14
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
  • City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
  • Ticket to Musée National du Sport: $6.46
  • Nice Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
  • Monaco Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.58
  • Navigating A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Nice's Old Town Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $7.00
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $7.00
  • Nice city tour: audio guide app in your smartphone: $7.53

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kiev $6.40
    Nice $18

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 Nice

Also in Nice, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Nice Bar Crawl | Best Bars In 1 Night! VIP + FREE SHOTS: $6.03
  • Pub Crawl Party with VIP Entry and Free Shots: $16
  • Nice : International Party Pub / Bar Crawl Unlimited Ticket: $17
  • Pub Crawl Nice with Drinking Games and Optional Drink special: $22
  • Riviera Bar Crawl Party with Free Shots and VIP Entry: $25
  • Nice Bar Crawl | Infamous International Party!: $27
  • Nice Walking Tour with Wine Tasting: $45
  • New Year's Eve Pub Crawl with Shots and VIP Club Entry: $53
  • New Year’s Eve Bar Crawl Nice France: $54
  • Provence Organic Wine Tasting Half Day Tour from Nice: $66
  • Half-Day Saint Paul de Vence and Wine Tasting Tour: $83
  • Half-Day Wine Tasting and Saint Paul de Vence Tour from Nice: $84


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Nice, we can see that Nice 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 Nice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Nice 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 Nice Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Kiev or Nice?

Kiev has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Nice. When comparing the sizes of Kiev and Nice, 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 Nice?

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 Nice in the Summer?

Both Nice and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to Nice in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Kiev is generally around the same temperature as Nice. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 21°C (70°F), and Nice fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

In July, Kiev usually receives more rain than Nice. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Nice receives 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Kiev 21°C (70°F) 
    Nice 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Kiev or Nice in the Autumn?

Both Nice and Kiev during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Nice for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months.

Kiev is much colder than Nice in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (49°F) in October, and Nice fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).

Nice gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kiev usually gets less rain in October than Nice. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Nice receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Kiev 10°C (49°F) 
    Nice 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Kiev or Nice in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Nice. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Nice because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Kiev can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Kiev is much colder than Nice. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kiev in January average around -4°C (24°F), and Nice averages at about 9°C (48°F).

In January, Kiev usually receives less rain than Nice. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nice receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Kiev -4°C (24°F) 
    Nice 9°C (48°F)

Should I visit Kiev or Nice in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Nice. Also, the beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Nice this time of year.

In April, Kiev is generally cooler than Nice. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around 10°C (51°F), and Nice fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).

Kiev usually gets less rain in April than Nice. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Nice receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Kiev 10°C (51°F) 
    Nice 13°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Nice and Kiev

Kiev Nice
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -4°C (24°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 9°C (48°F) 83 mm (3.3 in)
Feb -3°C (27°F) 46 mm (1.8 in) 9°C (49°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Mar 2°C (36°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) 11°C (51°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Apr 10°C (51°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 13°C (56°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
May 17°C (62°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 16°C (62°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Jun 20°C (67°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 20°C (68°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Jul 21°C (70°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 16 mm (0.6 in)
Aug 20°C (69°F) 69 mm (2.7 in) 23°C (73°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Sep 16°C (60°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 21°C (69°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 10°C (49°F) 35 mm (1.4 in) 17°C (63°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)
Nov 3°C (38°F) 51 mm (2 in) 12°C (54°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Dec -1°C (30°F) 52 mm (2 in) 10°C (49°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)