Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Lodz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lodz or Gdansk?
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 Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Lodz or Gdansk?
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.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Krakow.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLodz $32Gdansk $54
The average daily cost (per person) in Lodz is $32, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is $54. 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 Lodz and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLodz $14Gdansk $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLodz $28Gdansk $54
Compare Hotels in Lodz and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Lodz or Gdansk? 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.
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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: Lodz Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lodz $6.80Gdansk $8.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Warsaw/Deluxe Private Transfer Service: $248
- VIP transfer from airport Gdansk (GDN) to Hotel in Gdansk, Mercedes S Class w222: $104
- VIP Transfer from Gdansk to airport Gdańsk (GDN) - Mercedes S Class w222 : $104
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Gdansk HTL-APT (GDN): $34
- Transfer to Tokary Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer to Sierra Golf Club - active recreation: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Słupsk (1-4) pax and (5-8) pax : $180
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Gdańsk Airport to Sopot (4-6) pax and (7-8) pax: $48
- Transfer from Gdańsk/Airport Gdańsk to Starogard Gdański: $101
- Transfer from Gdańsk or Airport Gdańsk (GDN) to Kościerzyna: $85
- Transfer from Gdańsk airport to Toruń: $219
- Transfer from Gdańsk City Center/Gdańsk Airport (GDN) to Władysławowo: $85
Is it cheaper to fly into Lodz or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Lodz 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
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Food Meals for one dayLodz $11Gdansk $20
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $183
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lodz $5.79Gdansk $8.13
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
- Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
- Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
- Warsaw Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $270
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- #1 Polish Vodka Tasting Experience: $64
- 6 Hours Guided Tour through Gdansk Highlights: $240
- A cultural Private Tour of Gdansk Old Town: $165
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $125
- Amber Museum and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets : $128
- Artus Court and Gdansk Old Town Private Tour with Tickets: $119
- Best of Gdańsk, Gdynia and Sopot in 1-Day Private Car Tour: $225
- Bike Tour Gdańsk - Premium - Fun Guide - no Boredom. New offer : $43
- City Tour Gdańsk Hop on Hop off plus walking tour: $40
- Copernicus Trail in Frombork Private Tour from Gdansk by Car: $323
- Delicious Gdansk Craft Beer Tour: $76
- Deluxe Polish Vodka Tour Experience in Gdansk: $114
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLodz $5.71Gdansk $4.74
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lodz and Gdansk, we can see that Gdansk 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 Gdansk would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Gdansk 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 Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lodz or Gdansk?
Lodz has a larger population, and is about 66% larger than the population of Gdansk. When comparing the sizes of Lodz and Gdansk, 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 Gdansk?
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 Lodz or Gdansk in the Summer?
Both Gdansk and Lodz during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Lodz is around the same temperature as Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Lodz in July average around 19°C (65°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Gdansk, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Lodz. In the summer, Lodz often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Lodz gets 353 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun.
Lodz usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Gdansk. Lodz gets 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLodz 19°C (65°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Lodz or Gdansk in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Lodz and Gdansk.
In October, Lodz is generally a little warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Lodz average around 9°C (49°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Lodz usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during autumn. Lodz gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Lodz usually receives less rain than Gdansk. Lodz gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLodz 9°C (49°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Lodz or Gdansk in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Lodz as well as Gdansk.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Lodz can get quite cold in the winter. Lodz is cooler than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Lodz averages around -3°C (27°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
In the winter, Lodz often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Lodz gets 35 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun.
Lodz usually gets less rain in January than Gdansk. Lodz gets 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLodz -3°C (27°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Lodz or Gdansk in the Spring?
Both Gdansk and Lodz are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
In the spring, Lodz is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Lodz in April average around 9°C (47°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lodz. Lodz usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during spring. Lodz gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Lodz usually receives less rain than Gdansk. Lodz gets 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLodz 9°C (47°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Lodz
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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