Which place is cheaper, Havana or Milan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Milan or Havana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Milan and Havana 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: Milan or Havana?
Milan
Milan, known to most of the world as the capital of fashion and style, is also the heart of Italian industry and economics. Between the stock exchange, cathedrals and boutiques, this metropolis is a city-lover's dream come true. It is an escape from the stresses of the real world, and provides a playground for all the world's most lavish luxuries.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Sightseeing Tours in Italy, and The Best Vineyard & Wine Tours in Italy.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMilan €166Havana €61
The average daily cost (per person) in Milan is €166, while the average daily cost in Havana is €61. 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 Milan and Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMilan €96Havana €38
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMilan €192Havana €76
Compare Hotels in Milan and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Milan or Havana? 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: Milan Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Milan €35Havana €18
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Milan:
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Train to Airport€7.00
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Malpensa Airport Train (for Two)€22
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Taxi From Airport€90
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Public Transit Day Pass€4.50
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Short Taxi Ride€7.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Milan
Also for Milan, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Milan to Bergamo Airport (BGY) - Departure Private Transfer : $46
- Milan to Como hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $107
- Airport Transfer: Malpensa Airport MXP to Milan by Luxury Van: $148
- Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Car LIN airport to Milan: $102
- Arrival Private Transfer Luxury Van LIN airport to Milan: $82
- Arrival Private Transfer: Malpensa Airport MXP to Milan in Luxury Van: $148
- Arrival Private Transfer: Milan MXP Airport to Milan City by Luxury Car: $205
- Arrival Private Transfer: Toulouse Airport TLS to Toulouse in Luxury Van: $92
- BELLAGIO:TRANSFER FROM/TO MILAN MALPENSA AIRPORT TO LEZZENO: $376
- BERGAMO ORIO AL SERIO - MILANO airport transfer: $192
- BERGAMO ORIO AL SERIO - Milano airport transfer with private Luxury Van: $186
- Basel : Private Transfer to/from Milan Malpensa Airport: $1,022
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride€0.63
Is it cheaper to fly into Milan or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana and Milan 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 dayMilan €39Havana €9.53
Typical Food Prices in Milan
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Milan:
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Snack at Train Station€8.60
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Restaurant Pizza€6.60
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Casual Cafe Lunch (for Two)€27
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Three Course Dinner (for Two)€64
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Cappuccino€1.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Milan
For Milan, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- PYT Milano Dinner Show with Live Music and DJ Set: $22
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $29
- Milan Gourmet Food Tour and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $38
- Gourmet Street Food Tour with Sightseeing and Tasting: $45
- Eating Milan Street Food Tour with Guided Tasting and Sightseeing: $46
- Tasty Milan Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $46
- Delicious Milan Street Food Tour Tasting and Sightseeing with Local Guide: $46
- Devour Milan Street Food Tour and Sightseeing: $46
- NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Milan !: $59
- 2-Hour Cooking Course of Delicious Desserts for Families in Milan: $65
- Mamma Mia - Make Your own Italian Pizza: $69
- Local Market and Cooking Class with an Italian Chef: $70
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza€0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Milan €31Havana €10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Milan
For Milan, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Stairs to Duomo Rooftop€7.00
Tours and Activities in Milan
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Milan.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- The City Storytelling Experience: Art, History and Myths Come Together: $3.28
- Milano Walking Tour with Audio and Written Guide by a Local: $4.19
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring Age-Old Plants: $4.63
- Self-Guided Audio Tour Exploring the Famous Five Days: $4.63
- Unique Self-Guided Audio Tour on Alessandro Manzoni: $4.63
- Giuseppe Verdi in Self-Guided Audio Tour: $4.63
- From Italy eSIM Tourist Roaming Data Plan: $4.84
- 3 Hours Private Walking Tour in Milan: $5.48
- Stories of the Fashion Capital: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Milan: $5.49
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMilan €24Havana €5.37
Typical Alcohol Prices in Milan
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Milan:
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Cocktail at a Bar€8.40
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Beer€3.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Milan
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Milan:
- Wine Tasting Experience in the City Centre: $43
- Wine Tasting Experience in Milan city centre: $44
- Milan Wine Tasting Experience: $53
- Italian Wine Tasting in Milan: $54
- Milan Wine Tasting Aperitivo: $56
- Milan Wine Tasting with Italian Sommelier: $86
- Private Food and Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Milan: $87
- Wine Tasting with an Italian Sommelier: $94
- Best of Guided Tour with Duomo, Food & Wine Tasting: $160
- Food and Wine Tasting enjoying the New Milan: $165
- Brescia & Franciacorta Guided Tour with Wine Tasting: $182
- Brescia and Franciacorta winery area. Cultural and wine tasting small group tour: $185
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito€0.14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Milan and Havana, we can see that Milan is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Milan is in Europe and Havana is in Caribbean Islands, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Milan would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Milan than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Milan Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Milan or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 66% larger than the population of Milan. When comparing the sizes of Milan and Havana, 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 Milan or Havana?
Milan has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Milan or Havana in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Milan as well as Havana. Many visitors come to Milan in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
Milan is cooler than Havana in the summer. The daily temperature in Milan averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Havana fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Milan usually gets more rain in July than Havana. Milan gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMilan 23°C (73°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Milan or Havana in the Autumn?
Both Havana and Milan are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Milan for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Milan is much colder than Havana. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Milan in October average around 15°C (58°F), and Havana averages at about 25°C (77°F).
It's quite rainy in Milan. In October, Milan usually receives more rain than Havana. Milan gets 103 mm (4 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMilan 15°C (58°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Milan or Havana in the Winter?
Both Havana and Milan during the winter are popular places to visit. The winter months attract visitors to Milan because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
The weather in Milan can be very cold. In January, Milan is generally much colder than Havana. Daily temperatures in Milan average around 5°C (41°F), and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Milan usually gets more rain in January than Havana. Milan gets 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMilan 5°C (41°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Milan or Havana in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Milan and Havana. The activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Milan this time of year. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Milan is much colder than Havana in the spring. The daily temperature in Milan averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Havana fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
In April, Milan usually receives more rain than Havana. Milan gets 76 mm (3 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMilan 13°C (55°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Milan
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (44°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 10°C (49°F) | 85 mm (3.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (55°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (69°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (72°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 15°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 9°C (49°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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