A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Minsk vs. Kosice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

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Should you visit Minsk or Kosice?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Kosice, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.

Minsk

Minsk is the capital city of Belarus, centrally located. Situated on the Svislac and Niamiha rivers, it is also capital of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and was the capital of the former Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic from 1919-1991. It is a modern city dominated by monumental Stalinist architecture with many of its museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions.

Kosice

Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.

Which city is cheaper, Kosice or Minsk?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $49, while the average daily cost in Kosice is $114. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Minsk and Kosice in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Minsk $24
    Kosice $61
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Minsk $48
    Kosice $122

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Minsk $8.94
    Kosice $24

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Minsk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Minsk:

  • Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) or Minsk city to Brest (any address): $299
  • Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) or Minsk city to Gomel (any address): $279
  • Private transfer Minsk - Vitebsk city ROUND WAY: $267
  • TRANSFER: Minsk - Grodno, ROUND WAY: $267
  • Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) or Minsk city to Grodno (any address): $266
  • Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) or Minsk city to Vitebsk (any address): $246
  • Transfer from Minsk Airport or Minsk city to Vilnius (any address, airport): $218
  • Transfer Minsk Airport - Russian Border: $218
  • Round Trip Transfer to Borisov Arena Stadium by Minibus: $217
  • Transfer from/to Minsk airport by 2019 Mercedes Sprinter: $216
  • Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) or Minsk city to Mogilev (any address): $207
  • TRANSFER: Minsk - Grodno: $203

Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Kosice?

Prices for flights to both Kosice and Minsk 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
    Minsk $16
    Kosice $35

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Minsk $15
    Kosice $20

Tours and Activities in Minsk

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

  • 14 Days Mysterious Transilvania, Ukraine, Belarus & Moldova Small Group Tour: $4,379
  • 2 Castles for 1 private tour from Minsk - Mir and Nesvizh.: $135
  • 2-days: Minsk City Tour + Nesvizh Palace - Mir Castle: $293
  • 2-days: Minsk City Tour - Stalin Line + Nesvizh Palace - Mir Castle: $434
  • 2city in 1day, from Minsk to Lida Castle (city) and the Grodno city Private tour: $240
  • 3-hours Guided Minsk City Tour (Driving & Walking Tour): $109
  • 3-hrs sightseeing tour around Minsk (Private Driving & Walking Tour): $119
  • 4 Castles for 1 private tour from Minsk - Mir, Nesvizh, Kosava and Ružany Palace: $200
  • 4 Castles for 1 private tour from Minsk - Mir, Nesvizh, Novogrudok, Lubchany: $200
  • 5-Day Private Belarus-Ukraine Tour: $1,742
  • 5-Day Small-Group Belarus - Ukraine Tour: $1,261
  • Authentic Belarusian Experience: $220

Tours and Activities in Kosice

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

  • 7 days Tour - The best of Eastern Slovakia (2 people minimum & maximum 4 people): $983
  • Slovakia Ancestry Private Tour for 2 people minimum: $1,225

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Minsk $11
    Kosice $19

Sample the Local Flavors in Kosice

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kosice:

  • 4 days - Wine tasting & Spa (small group minimum 2 people & maximum 4 people): $753

About these numbers

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

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