A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kosice vs. Vladivostok for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kosice or Vladivostok?

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 Kosice and Vladivostok can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Kosice or Vladivostok?

Kosice

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.

Vladivostok

Vladivostok is a port city on Russia's Pacific coastline and the eastern terminus of the Trans-Siberian Railway. Many people visit the city as the beginning or end of their journey on the railway, but there are some attractions to the city itself worth visiting.

For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kosice and Vladivostok, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. And not only is Vladivostok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vladivostok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vladivostok 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 Vladivostok.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kosice Expensive? and Is Vladivostok Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Kosice or Vladivostok?

Vladivostok has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kosice. When comparing the sizes of Kosice and Vladivostok, 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 Kosice or Vladivostok?

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 Kosice or Vladivostok in the Summer?

Both Vladivostok and Kosice during the summer are popular places to visit.

Kosice is around the same temperature as Vladivostok in the summer. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 21°C (69°F) in July, and Vladivostok fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).

It's quite sunny in Kosice. In the summer, Kosice often gets more sunshine than Vladivostok. Kosice gets 275 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vladivostok receives 122 hours of full sun.

Vladivostok gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Kosice usually gets less rain in July than Vladivostok. Kosice gets 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kosice or Vladivostok in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Kosice and Vladivostok.

In the autumn, Kosice is a little warmer than Vladivostok. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kosice in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Vladivostok averages at about 10°C (50°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Vladivostok this time of the year. Kosice usually receives less sunshine than Vladivostok during autumn. Kosice gets 150 hours of sunny skies, while Vladivostok receives 205 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Kosice usually receives less rain than Vladivostok. Kosice gets 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Should I visit Kosice or Vladivostok in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Kosice as well as Vladivostok.

Vladivostok can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Kosice. In January, Kosice is generally much warmer than Vladivostok. Daily temperatures in Kosice average around -2°C (28°F), and Vladivostok fluctuates around -11°C (11°F).

In the winter, Kosice often gets less sunshine than Vladivostok. Kosice gets 59 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vladivostok receives 178 hours of full sun.

Kosice usually gets more rain in January than Vladivostok. Kosice gets 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Kosice or Vladivostok in the Spring?

Both Vladivostok and Kosice are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Kosice is much warmer than Vladivostok in the spring. The daily temperature in Kosice averages around 11°C (52°F) in April, and Vladivostok fluctuates around 6°C (44°F).

Kosice usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Vladivostok during spring. Kosice gets 191 hours of sunny skies, while Vladivostok receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Kosice usually receives less rain than Vladivostok. Kosice gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vladivostok receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Typical Weather for Vladivostok and Kosice