Which place is cheaper, Podgorica 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 Podgorica 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.
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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 Podgorica is €105. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Kosice 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Podgorica.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kosice and Podgorica, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Kosice has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Kosice and Podgorica, 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.
Both Podgorica and Kosice during the summer are popular places to visit.
Kosice is cooler than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 21°C (69°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Kosice. In the summer, Kosice often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Kosice gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Kosice usually gets more rain in July than Podgorica. Kosice gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kosice and Podgorica.
In the autumn, Kosice is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kosice in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. Kosice usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Kosice gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Kosice usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Kosice gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Kosice as well as Podgorica.
Kosice can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Kosice is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around -2°C (28°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Kosice often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Kosice gets 59 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Kosice usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Kosice gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Podgorica and Kosice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Kosice is cooler than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Kosice usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica during spring. Kosice gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In April, Kosice usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Kosice gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Kosice | Podgorica | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -2°C (28°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
Feb | 1°C (33°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 32 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
Apr | 11°C (52°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
May | 16°C (61°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
Jun | 19°C (66°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
Jul | 21°C (69°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Aug | 20°C (68°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
Sep | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
Nov | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
Dec | 0°C (32°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |