A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lodz vs. Flam for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lodz or Flam?

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 Lodz and Flam can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Lodz or Flam?

Lodz

Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.

Flam

Flam is a village in Norway. The fjord village of Flam is located on the scenic inner Aurlandsfjord branch of the world's deepest and second-longest fjord, Sognefjord. Flam is surrounded by steep mountains, thundering waterfalls and narrow valleys, and during the spring and summer months you will see large cruise ships gliding in through the narrow fjord with their course set for Flam Harbor. The main attraction here is the stunning mountain railway that creeps up into the surrounding peaks and offers truly eye-popping panoramas. Unfortunately, it's far from a well-kept secret, and on the busiest summer days the tiny village can find itself swamped by several thousand visitors – it's probably best left for the quieter seasons of spring and autumn. The popular 'Norway in a Nutshell' tour also stops here.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Adventure Tours to Norway, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Norway.

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

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

Which is Bigger, Lodz or Flam?

Lodz has a larger population, and is about 1540 times larger than the population of Flam. When comparing the sizes of Lodz and Flam, 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 Lodz or Flam?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Lodz or Flam in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lodz and Flam. Also, most visitors come to Flam for the hiking, the small town charm, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In July, Lodz is generally a little warmer than Flam. Daily temperatures in Lodz average around 19°C (65°F), and Flam fluctuates around 15°C (58°F).

Flam receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Lodz usually receives less rain than Flam. Lodz gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Flam receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Lodz or Flam in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Lodz as well as Flam. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Flam because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, the small town atmosphere, and the natural beauty of the area.

Lodz is around the same temperature as Flam in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lodz averages around 9°C (49°F) in October, and Flam fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).

It's quite rainy in Flam. Lodz usually gets less rain in October than Flam. Lodz gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Flam receives 271 mm (10.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Lodz or Flam in the Winter?

Both Flam and Lodz are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Flam this time of year.

It's quite cold in Flam in the winter. The weather in Lodz can be very cold. In the winter, Lodz is much colder than Flam. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lodz in January average around -3°C (27°F), and Flam averages at about 2°C (35°F).

It rains a lot this time of the year in Flam. In January, Lodz usually receives less rain than Flam. Lodz gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Flam receives 190 mm (7.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Lodz or Flam in the Spring?

Both Flam and Lodz during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many travelers come to Flam for the small town charm and the natural beauty.

In April, Lodz is generally a little warmer than Flam. Daily temperatures in Lodz average around 9°C (47°F), and Flam fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

Flam gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Lodz usually gets less rain in April than Flam. Lodz gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Flam receives 114 mm (4.5 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Flam and Lodz