Which place is cheaper, Lofoten Islands or Lodz?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lodz or Lofoten Islands?
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 Lofoten Islands can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Lodz or Lofoten Islands?
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.
Lofoten Islands
Lofoten Islands is an archipelago and traditional district in Norway. Lofoten is known for excellent fishing, spectacular nature attractions such as the northern lights and the midnight sun, and small villages off the beaten track. The Lofoten Islands are draped across the turbulent waters of the Norwegian Sea, far above the Arctic Circle. Kayak between the islands, go fishing for the catch of your life, or look for sea eagles soaring in the sky. If you are seeking unforgettable nature experiences, Lofoten will definitely not let you down.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Historical Tours in Poland, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, The Best Contiki Tours to Norway, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Oslo.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLodz $32Lofoten Islands $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Lodz is $32, while the average daily cost in Lofoten Islands is $53. 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 Lofoten Islands in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLodz $14Lofoten Islands $7.12
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLodz $28Lofoten Islands $14
Compare Hotels in Lodz and Lofoten Islands
Looking for a hotel in Lodz or Lofoten Islands? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lodz $6.80Lofoten Islands $11
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: $101
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $137
Is it cheaper to fly into Lodz or Lofoten Islands?
Prices for flights to both Lofoten Islands 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 $11Lofoten Islands $34
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lodz $5.79Lofoten Islands $24
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: $136
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $150
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $163
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $206
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $232
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $244
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $266
- Warsaw Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $268
Tours and Activities in Lofoten Islands
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Lofoten Islands are as follows:
- From Leknes port: Special Summer Guided Tour of Lofoten : $126
- Sea Kayak Guided Tours on Skrova Island: $115
- Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour of Skrova: $33
- Winter Half Day Kayak Tour: $92
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLodz $5.71Lofoten Islands $0.72
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lodz and Lofoten Islands, we can see that Lofoten Islands 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 Lofoten Islands would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lofoten Islands 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 Lofoten Islands Expensive?.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.