Which place is cheaper, Leuven or Orkney Islands?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Orkney Islands or Leuven?
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 Orkney Islands and Leuven can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Orkney Islands or Leuven?
Orkney Islands
The Orkney Islands are located off the north coast of mainland Scotland, offering incredible sights and activities set against the Atlantic Ocean. Having been inhabited for over 5,000 years, Orkney is an archaeologist's dream as ancient relics are discovered all the time, meaning there are endless places for tourists to explore. The best time to visit Orkney is from May-October, when temperatures tend to stay between 50-65° Fahrenheit and rainfall is at it's lowest. Although, with their location on the sea, rain and heavy winds are very common, so be sure to always have waterproof clothing and shoes around!
Leuven
Lying just east of Brussels, Leuven is a Belgian city and capital of the Province of Flemish Brabant known for its breweries, historic architecture, and university. Because of the university, the town is at its busiest during the academic year (September through June), but there is plenty to see and do during all seasons.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Luxury Tours to Belgium, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOrkney Islands £128Leuven £152
The average daily cost (per person) in Orkney Islands is £128, while the average daily cost in Leuven is £152. 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 Orkney Islands and Leuven in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOrkney Islands £60Leuven £79
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOrkney Islands £120Leuven £158
Compare Hotels in Orkney Islands and Leuven
Looking for a hotel in Orkney Islands or Leuven? 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: Leuven Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Orkney Islands £56Leuven £52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leuven
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Leuven:
- Brussels Shuttle Transfer <-> Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport (1 to 8 PLACES) : $279
- Transfer Brussels Airport <-> Namur MB V Class 1-7 PAX (ONE WAY): $240
- Private transfer from Brussels Airport <-> Gent MB S-CLASS 3 PAX: $220
- Transfer Brussels Airport -> Antwerp MB V-CLASS 7 PAX: $202
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Mechelen by Business Car: $177
- Transfer From Brussels Airport to Charleroi Airport: $175
- Private transfer from BRU Airport - Brussels GO BACK MB E-CLASS 3 PAX: $161
- Arrival Private Transfer from Brussels Airport BRU to Ghent City by Business Car: $147
- Airport Transfer Brussels To Ghent: $145
- Private transfer from BRU Airport to Brussels city with Mercedes V class 7 pax: $144
- First Class transfer BRUSSELS TO ANTWERP: $140
- Transfer Brussels Airport -> Brussels MB V-CLASS 7 PAX: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Orkney Islands or Leuven?
Prices for flights to both Leuven and Orkney Islands 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 dayOrkney Islands £34Leuven £42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Leuven
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Leuven.
- Mechelen Small-Group Walking Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $75
- Mechelen Food Tour: $82
- Vegan Walking Food Tour in Mechelen: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Orkney Islands £27Leuven £19
Tours and Activities in Orkney Islands
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Orkney Islands.
- Semi Private Tour - Orkney and Kirkwall : $246
- From Kirkwall - Orkney Mainland Private Tour: $275
Tours and Activities in Leuven
Here are a few actual costs in Leuven for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Guided Small-Group Cycling Tour of Mechelen: $60
- Escape Tour - Self-Guided Citygame: $32
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive City Tour: $74
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Offline Access: $5.99
- Mechelen Small-Group Running Tour: $52
- Private 2 Hour Walking Tour of Mechelen : $229
- Small-Group Chocolate Tour in Mechelen: $63
- Small-Group Mechelen City Guided Walking Tour: $52
- Soothing Corners of Leuven - Romantic Tour: $288
- Special Christmas Journey in Leuven - Walking Tour: $395
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOrkney Islands £6.43Leuven £21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Orkney Islands and Leuven, we can see that Leuven is more expensive. And not only is Orkney Islands much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Orkney Islands would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Orkney Islands 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 Leuven would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leuven than you might in Orkney Islands.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Orkney Islands Expensive? and Is Leuven Expensive?.
When is the best time to visit Orkney Islands or Leuven?
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 Orkney Islands or Leuven in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Orkney Islands as well as Leuven. Most visitors come to Orkney Islands for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Orkney Islands is generally cooler than Leuven. Daily temperatures in Orkney Islands average around 12°C (54°F), and Leuven fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In the summer, Orkney Islands often gets less sunshine than Leuven. Orkney Islands gets 129 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leuven receives 186 hours of full sun.
Orkney Islands usually gets less rain in July than Leuven. Orkney Islands gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 75 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOrkney Islands 12°C (54°F)Leuven 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Leuven in the Autumn?
Both Leuven and Orkney Islands are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The autumn months attract visitors to Orkney Islands because of the hiking trails and the natural beauty of the area.
Orkney Islands is cooler than Leuven in the autumn. The daily temperature in Orkney Islands averages around 9°C (48°F) in October, and Leuven fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Orkney Islands usually receives less sunshine than Leuven during autumn. Orkney Islands gets 73 hours of sunny skies, while Leuven receives 114 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It's quite rainy in Orkney Islands. In October, Orkney Islands usually receives more rain than Leuven. Orkney Islands gets 116 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOrkney Islands 9°C (48°F)Leuven 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Leuven in the Winter?
Both Leuven and Orkney Islands during the winter are popular places to visit. The museums and the cuisine are the main draw to Orkney Islands this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Leuven. It's quite cold in Orkney Islands in the winter. In the winter, Orkney Islands is a little warmer than Leuven. Typically, the winter temperatures in Orkney Islands in January average around 4°C (39°F), and Leuven averages at about 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Orkney Islands often gets less sunshine than Leuven. Orkney Islands gets 29 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Leuven receives 49 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Orkney Islands. Orkney Islands usually gets more rain in January than Leuven. Orkney Islands gets 106 mm (4.2 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOrkney Islands 4°C (39°F)Leuven 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Orkney Islands or Leuven in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Orkney Islands and Leuven. Many travelers come to Orkney Islands for the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Orkney Islands is generally much colder than Leuven. Daily temperatures in Orkney Islands average around 6°C (43°F), and Leuven fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Orkney Islands usually receives less sunshine than Leuven during spring. Orkney Islands gets 135 hours of sunny skies, while Leuven receives 147 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Orkney Islands usually receives around the same amount of rain as Leuven. Orkney Islands gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Leuven receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOrkney Islands 6°C (43°F)Leuven 10°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Leuven and Orkney Islands
| Orkney Islands | Leuven | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 106 mm (4.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (38°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Mar | 5°C (40°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 6°C (43°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (55°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 102 mm (4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (48°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 6°C (42°F) | 123 mm (4.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Dec | 4°C (40°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
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.