Which place is cheaper, Hamburg or Kosice?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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 Kosice and Hamburg can help you decide which place is right for you.
Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.
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 Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, 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 Kosice is €137, 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 Kosice 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.
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 we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kosice and Hamburg, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. And not only is Hamburg much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Hamburg would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Hamburg 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 Kosice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kosice than you might in Hamburg.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Hamburg Expensive?.
Hamburg has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Kosice. When comparing the sizes of Kosice 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.
The summer brings many poeple to Kosice as well as Hamburg. Additionally, the music scene and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Hamburg this time of year.
In July, Kosice is generally a little warmer than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around 21°C (69°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Hamburg. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kosice this time of the year. In the summer, Kosice often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Kosice gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 207 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Hamburg. Kosice gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Hamburg and Kosice are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Hamburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Kosice is a little warmer than Hamburg in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 11°C (52°F) in October, and Hamburg fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Kosice usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during autumn. Kosice gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 101 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Kosice usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Kosice gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 63 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Hamburg and Kosice during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Hamburg in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Hamburg can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Kosice. In the winter, Kosice is much colder than Hamburg. Typically, the winter temperatures in Kosice in January average around -2°C (28°F), and Hamburg averages at about 0°C (33°F).
In the winter, Kosice often gets more sunshine than Hamburg. Kosice gets 59 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hamburg receives 42 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets less rain in January than Hamburg. Kosice gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Kosice and Hamburg. Also, most visitors come to Hamburg for the natural beauty during these months.
In April, Kosice is generally a little warmer than Hamburg. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around 11°C (52°F), and Hamburg fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Kosice usually receives more sunshine than Hamburg during spring. Kosice gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Hamburg receives 161 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Kosice usually receives less rain than Hamburg. Kosice gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Hamburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Kosice | Hamburg | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |