A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Linz vs. Poznan for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Linz or Poznan?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Linz and Poznan can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Linz or Poznan?

Linz

Located on the shores of the Danube River, Linz is Austria's third largest city and the capital city of the Upper Austria province. It is best known for is Renaissance architecture including a number of churches as well as a historic castle.

Poznan

Poznan is a city on the Warta River in western Poland. It's known for universities as well as its old town, with Renaissance-style buildings in Old Market Square. Poznan Town Hall houses the Historical Museum of Poznan, with exhibits on the city. The town hall's clock features mechanical goats that butt heads at noon. The Gothic and baroque Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral is built on an island named Ostrow Tumski. The city's Old Town district is buzzing at any time of the day, and positively jumping by night, full of people heading to its many restaurants, pubs, and clubs. The combination of international business travelers attending its numerous trade fairs and the city's huge student population has created a distinctive vibe quite independent of tourism. Poznan is the capital of the Wielkopolska region of Poland, and has always played an important role in Poland's history and today remains one of the oldest, yet most vibrant and beautiful Polish cities.

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


Which place is cheaper, Poznan or Linz?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Linz is €114, while the average daily cost in Poznan is €33. 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 Linz and Poznan in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Linz 58
    Poznan 16
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Linz 116
    Poznan 32
Compare Hotels in Linz and Poznan

Looking for a hotel in Linz or Poznan? 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 Linz


Hotels in Poznan


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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: Linz Hotel Prices and Poznan Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Linz 41
    Poznan 3.99

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Linz

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Linz:

  • Transfer from Linz to Munich: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing: $212
  • Private Transfer from Linz to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $180
  • Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to City centre: $70
  • Linz Private Transfer from Linz city centre to Linz Airport: $70
  • Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to Wels city: $68

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Poznan

Also for Poznan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan city centre to Poznan Airport: $39
  • Poznan Private Transfer from Poznan Airport to City centre: $39
  • Private Airport Transfer to/from the City: $57
  • Poznan airport - Poznan City Private transfer: $58
  • Private Airport Transfer Poznan E-Class or Similar: $65
  • Private Transfer from Poznan to Termy Maltanskie: $69
  • Private Airport Transfer Poznań MINIVAN Vito or Similar: $109
  • Private Transfer from Poznan city to Wroclaw (WRO) Airport: $239

Is it cheaper to fly into Linz or Poznan?

Prices for flights to both Poznan and Linz 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
    Linz 32
    Poznan 9.89
Typical Food Prices in Linz

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


  • Leberkäse (Sausage Loaf)
    4.20
  • Lunch
    8.50

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Poznan

For Poznan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Taste of Poland - dinner in Polish Home + tasting vodka: $55
  • Poznan Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179
  • Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $179

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Linz 13
    Poznan 4.48

Tours and Activities in Linz

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

  • Christmas Tales of Linz – Private Walking Tour: $544
  • Christmas Tales of Linz – Private Walking Tour: $262
  • Cycling Tour of Linz with a Private Guide: $237
  • Detective Trail puzzle tour for the whole family: $16
  • Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $214
  • Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $210
  • Linz - Private Historic Walking Tour: $374
  • Linz Christmas Market Tour: $294
  • Linz Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
  • Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $401
  • Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $205
  • Linz Exploration: Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $176

Tours and Activities in Poznan

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Poznan.

  • Poznań: The Birthplace of Poland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.99
  • The Birthplace of Poland: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Poznań: $5.00
  • Poznan's Cultural Struggles: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
  • Old Town Guided Walking Tour: $17
  • Old Town Poznan Walking Tour: $17
  • 2 Hour Private Roots of Poznan Tour: $36
  • Poznań Experience 2-Hours Guided Walking Tour: $41
  • The Best of Poznan 4 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: $46
  • Poznań: Highlights Tour with a local guide: $59
  • Poznań Half-day Tour: $79
  • Romantic tour in Poznan: $80
  • Captivating Corners of Poznan - Walking Tour: $80

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Linz 16
    Poznan 2.99

Sample the Local Flavors in Poznan

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

  • Poznan Pub Crawl : $22
  • Poznan Pub Crawl: $25
  • City and Brewery Private Walking Tour with Beer: $157


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Linz and Poznan, we can see that Linz is more expensive. And not only is Poznan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Poznan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Poznan 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 Linz would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Linz than you might in Poznan.

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


Which is Bigger, Linz or Poznan?

Poznan has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Linz. When comparing the sizes of Linz and Poznan, 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 Linz or Poznan?

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 Linz or Poznan in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Linz as well as Poznan. The family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Linz this time of year.

Linz is around the same temperature as Poznan in the summer. The daily temperature in Linz averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Poznan fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Poznan. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Linz this time of the year. In the summer, Linz often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Linz gets 236 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 216 hours of full sun.

Linz usually gets more rain in July than Poznan. Linz gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Linz 20°C (68°F) 
    Poznan 19°C (65°F)

Should I visit Linz or Poznan in the Autumn?

Both Poznan and Linz are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Linz for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

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

Linz usually receives more sunshine than Poznan during autumn. Linz gets 129 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 102 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Linz usually receives around the same amount of rain as Poznan. Linz gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Linz 11°C (52°F) 
    Poznan 10°C (50°F)

Should I visit Linz or Poznan in the Winter?

Both Poznan and Linz during the winter are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Linz in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Poznan can be very cold during winter. Linz can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Linz is generally much warmer than Poznan. Daily temperatures in Linz average around -0°C (31°F), and Poznan fluctuates around -2°C (29°F).

In the winter, Linz often gets more sunshine than Poznan. Linz gets 57 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Poznan receives 40 hours of full sun.

Linz usually gets more rain in January than Poznan. Linz gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Linz -0°C (31°F) 
    Poznan -2°C (29°F)

Should I visit Linz or Poznan in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Linz and Poznan. Most visitors come to Linz for the natural beauty during these months.

Linz is a little warmer than Poznan in the spring. The daily temperature in Linz averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and Poznan fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).

Linz usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Poznan during spring. Linz gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Poznan receives 155 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Linz usually receives more rain than Poznan. Linz gets 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Poznan receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Linz 11°C (51°F) 
    Poznan 9°C (47°F)

Typical Weather for Poznan and Linz

Linz Poznan
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -0°C (31°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) -2°C (29°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Feb 2°C (36°F) 39 mm (1.5 in) -0°C (32°F) 24 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 6°C (43°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 4°C (38°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 11°C (51°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 9°C (47°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
May 15°C (59°F) 74 mm (2.9 in) 14°C (57°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Jun 18°C (65°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 17°C (63°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jul 20°C (68°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 19°C (65°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 19°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in) 18°C (65°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Sep 16°C (61°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 14°C (58°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Oct 11°C (52°F) 38 mm (1.5 in) 10°C (50°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Nov 5°C (42°F) 50 mm (2 in) 4°C (40°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Dec 1°C (35°F) 43 mm (1.7 in) 0°C (33°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)