Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Mykonos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Mykonos and Kiev. 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.
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Contiki Tours to Greece, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Greece.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €149, while the average daily cost in Kiev is €24. 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 Mykonos and Kiev in more detail.
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
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Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Kiev, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Mykonos. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Kiev, 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.