Which place is cheaper, Cork or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Cork?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Moscow and Cork. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Moscow or Cork?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
Cork
Located on the banks of the River Lee, Cork has a small, but pleasant downtown that is easy to walk around. The city was built up on marshland, and many of the streets today, including St Patrick's Street, the South Mall and the Grand Parade, are actually built over what was once river channels. Today there are more than thirty bridges that cross over the channelized River Lee. As an orientation, it's nice to take a historic walking tour of the downtown area. Then you can explore the area in more detail by yourself. There are cathedrals, museums, and galleries around town so you can keep yourself quite entertained. If the weather is nice, head out to Lough park, which has a small freshwater limestone lake and some interesting water fowl to see. It's a great place to people watch and see daily life in the city of Cork.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Ireland, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ireland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $62Cork $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Cork is $108. 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 Moscow and Cork in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Cork $64
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Cork $128
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Cork
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Cork? 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: Cork Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.06Cork $17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Sidomulyo Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kedungsari: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Delima: $43
- Private Transfer from Kota Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Harjosari: $43
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $43
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Cinta Raja: $43
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Cork?
Prices for flights to both Cork and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Cork $32
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cork
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cork.
- Hysterical Histories, Comedic Dinner Theater Show: $53
- Hysterical Histories Cork Dinner Theatre Show: $57
- Historic Cork Delicious Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Cork $9.95
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
Tours and Activities in Cork
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cork are as follows:
- Blarney Castle Tour from Cork including Cobh: $60
- Cliffs of Moher Day Tour from Including The Wild Altanic Way: $53
- Cliffs of Moher and More: Full-Day Tour from Cork: $52
- Coastal Foraging and Folklore Tour: $55
- Cork City Cycle Tour - Experience the beautiful and historic City by bike: $51
- Cork City Gaol Admission Ticket: $14
- Cork City Hop On/Off Open Top Bus Tour: $24
- Cork Culinary Tour: $128
- Cork Culinary Tour: $142
- Cork Delicious Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour: $65
- Cork Highlights: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Cork Holiday Donut Adventure by Underground Donut Tour: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Cork $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Cork
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cork:
- Clonakilty Distillery Tour & Classic Whiskey Tasting: $22
- Cork City: Rebel City Distillery Tour: $27
- Rebel City Distillery Tour: $27
- Midleton Distillery Tour with Whiskey Tasting: $32
- Midleton Distillery Experience & Whiskey Tasting -Home of Jameson: $33
- Whiskey Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery: $64
- Cork Irish Whiskey Cocktail Making Class at Midleton Distillery : $65
- Midleton Distillery Behind the Scenes Tour & Tasting: $80
- Blarney Castle Cork City and Jameson Distillery Semi Private Tour: $196
- Private Cork City Tour, Kinsale and Jameson Distillery: $254
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Cork, we can see that Cork is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Cork would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cork than you might in Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Cork Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Cork?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Cork. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and Cork, 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 Moscow or Cork?
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 Moscow or Cork in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Cork. Additionally, the summer months attract visitors to Cork because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Moscow is a little warmer than Cork in the summer. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Cork fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).
Moscow usually gets more rain in July than Cork. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Cork receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Cork 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Cork in the Autumn?
Both Cork and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Cork this time of year.
In the autumn, Moscow is much colder than Cork. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Moscow in October average around 6°C (43°F), and Cork averages at about 11°C (52°F).
In October, Moscow usually receives less rain than Cork. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Cork receives 97 mm (3.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Cork 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Cork in the Winter?
Both Cork and Moscow during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Cork for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Moscow in the winter. In January, Moscow is generally much colder than Cork. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around -8°C (17°F), and Cork fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Cork gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Moscow usually gets less rain in January than Cork. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Cork receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Cork 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Cork in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Cork. Also, many visitors come to Cork in the spring for the activities around the city.
Moscow is cooler than Cork in the spring. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Cork fluctuates around 9°C (48°F).
In April, Moscow usually receives less rain than Cork. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Cork receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Cork 9°C (48°F)
Typical Weather for Cork and Moscow
| Moscow | Cork | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
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