Which place is cheaper, Tokyo or Kiev?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Kiev or Tokyo?
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 Tokyo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Tokyo?
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.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $29Tokyo $190
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $29, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $190. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $16Tokyo $79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $32Tokyo $158
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Tokyo? 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: Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $0.98Tokyo $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $66
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Luxury Van: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Private Transfer: From Kyiv city to Zhulyany International Airport: $54
- Private transfer: Boryspil International Airport to Kyiv: $48
- Private Arrival Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany to Kiev hotel: $38
- Private Departure Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport from Kyiv Hotel: $38
- Zhyliany Airport Kyiv: Private Arrival or Departure Transfer from Kiev: $33
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Haneda Airport to Tokyo One Way Transfer : $14
- Private Airport Transfer Haneda Airport to or from Tokyo City: $20
- Disneyland or Disneysea Transfer to or from Tokyo English Driver: $20
- Haneda Airport Private Transfer to Tokyo/Yokohama/MountFuji/Osaka: $42
- Hotel Transfer to/from Disneyland or DisneySea: $42
- Haneda Airport: 1-Way Shared Shuttle Transfer: $54
- DECKS Tokyo Beach & Odaiba 1 Way Door to Door Shared Transfer: $56
- Private transfer from Central Tokyo to Disney Resort: $62
- Tokyo City: One-Way Private Transfer to/from Yokohama City: $63
- Airport Shuttle Arrival Transfer : from Haneda Airport to Tokyo City: $65
- Shared Departure Transfer : Central Tokyo Hotel to Haneda Airport: $66
- Shared Arrival Transfer : Haneda Airport to Central Tokyo City: $66
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $12Tokyo $67
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $122
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.41
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.41
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Meal at Airport$7.05
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tsukiji Food Tour Explore Markets and Temples in Tokyo: $18
- Hide's Table A Unique Dinner Gathering Every Wednesday Night: $21
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $34
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour : $34
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $34
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Tokyo Bay Yakatabune Dinner/Day Cruise with Japan Show and Drinks: $44
- Weekend Japanese Cooking Demonstration with a Tokyo Mom, Toshiko: $49
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class: $51
- Tokyo private hidden food tour: $55
- Mastering the Grill A Ninja Yakiniku A5 Wagyu Dinner in Nippori : $56
- Tokyo Retro Backstreet Tokyo Tour Option to Add Dinner: $56
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $1.94Tokyo $71
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $85
- 2 hours Private Walking Tour in Ancient Kiev: $45
- 3-Hour Kiev Private Gastro Tour: $95
- BBQ tour - absolutely like a local experience in (or outside) Kyiv!: $190
- Bohemian Podil Tour: $120
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $31
- Discover Kyiv: The Most Complete 6 Hours Private Sightseeing Tour by car: $179
- Full Day Kiev Private Tour: $82
- Full day group tour to Chernobyl and Prypiat: $111
- Highlights of Different Religions in Kyiv Private Tour: $61
- Jewish History of Kyiv including Babi Yar Memorial Private Tour: $60
- Jewish Kiev Tour - private tour: $46
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Tokyo 4‑Day Self‑Guided PDF Tour of Senso‑ji, Shibuya and more: $3.42
- Imperial Palace or Edo Castle Time Trip Learning Walking Tour: $3.42
- Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre Guided Tour: $3.46
- Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys: $3.57
- Cross Roppongi Karaoke Nightclub Ticket (For Foreign): $6.76
- Tokyo Asakusa & Senso-ji Tour with Audioguide: $8.34
- Tokyo Metro Subway Ticket: $8.85
- Horse Racing Tour with Local Fans in Tokyo: $10
- Shibuya drinking tour: $10
- Gyoda Oshi Castle Ninja Experience : $11
- Tokyo Subway Ticket : $11
- Water Bus Ticket Odaiba ↔ Asakusa: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKiev $6.07Tokyo $34
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Private Pub Crawl - Beer Tasting: $76
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$4.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $34
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $38
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Private Shinjuku Nightlife Walking Tour & Golden-Gai Bar Crawl: $114
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $116
- Private Sake Tasting at 300 Years Old Sake Brewery in Tokyo : $132
- Sake Brewery and Spiritual Nature Tour in Okutama Tokyo: $142
- Cultural Sake Brewery Private Tour & Unlimited Tasting Near Tokyo: $172
- From Tokyo：Mt.fuji /Museum/Sake brewery/ 1DAY BUS TOUR: $201
- Private tour: Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and riverside walk.: $242
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kiev is in Europe and Tokyo is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Kiev. When comparing the sizes of Kiev and Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
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.
Should I visit Kiev or Tokyo in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Tokyo. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Kiev is cooler than Tokyo in the summer. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
It's quite rainy in Tokyo. Kiev usually gets less rain in July than Tokyo. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Tokyo in the Autumn?
Both Tokyo and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In the autumn, Kiev is much colder than Tokyo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kiev in October average around 10°C (49°F), and Tokyo averages at about 18°C (64°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. In October, Kiev usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Tokyo in the Winter?
Both Tokyo and Kiev during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Kiev in the winter. In January, Kiev is generally much colder than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around -4°C (24°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
Kiev usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Tokyo. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Tokyo in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Tokyo. Furthermore, many visitors come to Tokyo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Kiev is cooler than Tokyo in the spring. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (51°F) in April, and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Kiev usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo and Kiev
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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