Which place is cheaper, Brno or Osaka?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Osaka or Brno?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Osaka or Brno, 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.
Where Should I go: Osaka or Brno?
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
Brno
Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayOsaka $103Brno $197
The average daily cost (per person) in Osaka is $103, while the average daily cost in Brno is $197. 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 Osaka and Brno in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personOsaka $44Brno $82
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomOsaka $88Brno $164
Compare Hotels in Osaka and Brno
Looking for a hotel in Osaka or Brno? 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: Osaka Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Osaka $13Brno $3.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.53
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport-to-City Transfer, from Kansai Airport to Each City: $201
- Awa Dance Festival Ticket with Car Transfer from Osaka: $35
- City-to-City Transfer, from Central Osaka to Each City in Kansai: $115
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $206
- Itami Airport(ITM): Private Transfer from/to Osaka or Kyoto: $42
- Kansai Airport (KIX) Private Airport Transfer to Osaka/Kyoto: $143
- Kansai Airport (KIX) Transfer to Osaka/Kobe/Kyoto/Nara/Wakayama: $59
- Kansai Airport (KIX) to Kyoto city Arrival Private Transfer: $137
- Kansai Airport (KIX) to Kyoto hotels - RoundTrip Private Transfer: $281
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private Transfer To/From Kyoto City Hotels: $230
- Kansai Airport (KIX): Private Transfer To/From Osaka City Hotels: $139
- Kansai Airport KIX Transfer to Osaka or Kyoto 7 Seater/10 Seater: $120
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:
- Vienna: Private transfer Brno to Vienna: $217
- Private transfer from Brno to Vienna: $258
- Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $248
- TRAIN Transfer to/from Vienna Center: $10
Is it cheaper to fly into Osaka or Brno?
Prices for flights to both Brno and Osaka 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 dayOsaka $42Brno $113
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Osaka Cooking Class 17 Tastes Takoyaki Making: $21
- Osaka Umeda: PICCADILLY DINNER SHOW&NIGHTCLUB with Tasting: $32
- Welcome to Osaka Matrix and Local food tour with Ninja Guide: $36
- Kobe Beef Bowl Cooking Class in Osaka Afternoon: $38
- 1.5 Hour Food Tour at the Kuromon Market in Osaka: $41
- Experience Cooking Takoyaki in its Birthplace, Osaka: $41
- (1 Group Only) Osaka Dotonbori Food Tour Wagyu & Ramen Takoyaki: $45
- Osaka Cooking for Japanese Pescatarian dishes: $48
- Private Food Tour & Bar Hopping in Namba: $48
- Deep Osaka Night Walking Tour with Optional Dinner: $51
- Osaka 2 Hour Local Street Food Tour in Dotonbori and Namba: $57
- Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda: $57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brno
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brno.
- Essential Guided Walking Food Tour: $173
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Osaka $19Brno -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$29
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Dotonbori: CHEVAL Nightclub Ticket & Drinks (Foreign Only): $5.11
- Osaka Shinsaibashi: AMMONA Nightclub Entry Ticket (For Foreign): $6.38
- Osaka Umeda: OWL Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.38
- Osaka Dotonbori: GIRAFFE Nightclub Admission Ticket (For Foreign): $6.38
- Osaka Farplane Parco Bar Admission Ticket with Drink for Foreign: $6.38
- Osaka Food Quest: Self-Guided Culinary & History Adventure: $6.71
- Harukas 300 Observatory Tickets | Osaka: $8.00
- Osaka Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise with Glico Sign: $13
- General Admission ticket to ABENO HARUKAS in Osaka: $13
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $13
- Osaka Dotonbori River Cruise with Glico Sign & Neon Lights View: $13
Tours and Activities in Brno
Here are a few actual costs in Brno for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 3 Hour Private Tour with a Local Guide in Brno: $71
- 3-Hour Brno Themed Walking Tours: $41
- BMP tank driving experience Prague: $294
- Beyond Secrets of Moravian Nature - Half-Day Tour: $193
- Brno City Tour Discover the Czech Republic Hidden Gem: $21
- Brno Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems for Small Groups: $103
- Brno Historical Walking Tour: $35
- Brno Private Walking Tour: $272
- Brno’s Historic Gems: A Private Walking Tour: $784
- 3-Hour History & Legends Walking Tour: $47
- Food tasting tour in Hidden Gems (Small Groups): $102
- Historic Downtown Walking Tour: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayOsaka $11Brno $2.64
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $33
- Osaka Sake Brewery Tour and Tasting: $41
- 3Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Bar Hopping Nightlife Guided Tour in Namba: $46
- Off The Beaten Path Osaka Local Bar Crawl: $51
- Osaka Winery Tour with Wine Tasting & Vineyard Walk: $83
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Osaka and Brno, we can see that Brno is more expensive. And not only is Osaka much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Osaka is in Asia and Brno is in Europe, 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 Osaka would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Osaka 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 Brno would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brno than you might in Osaka.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Osaka Expensive? and Is Brno Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Osaka or Brno?
Osaka has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Osaka and Brno, 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 Osaka or Brno?
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 Osaka or Brno in the Summer?
Both Brno and Osaka during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Osaka this time of year.
In July, Osaka is generally a little warmer than Brno. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 28°C (82°F), and Brno fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
In Brno, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Osaka often gets less sunshine than Brno. Osaka gets 183 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. Osaka usually gets more rain in July than Brno. Osaka gets 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyOsaka 28°C (82°F)Brno 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Brno in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Osaka and Brno. Many travelers come to Osaka for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
Osaka is much warmer than Brno in the autumn. The daily temperature in Osaka averages around 19°C (66°F) in October, and Brno fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
Osaka usually receives more sunshine than Brno during autumn. Osaka gets 159 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Osaka gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In October, Osaka usually receives more rain than Brno. Osaka gets 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberOsaka 19°C (66°F)Brno 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Brno in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Osaka as well as Brno. Many visitors come to Osaka in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Brno can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Osaka is much warmer than Brno. Typically, the winter temperatures in Osaka in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Brno averages at about 2°C (36°F).
In the winter, Osaka often gets more sunshine than Brno. Osaka gets 140 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun.
Osaka usually gets more rain in January than Brno. Osaka gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryOsaka 6°C (42°F)Brno 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Osaka or Brno in the Spring?
Both Brno and Osaka are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Osaka for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Osaka is generally a little warmer than Brno. Daily temperatures in Osaka average around 15°C (59°F), and Brno fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Osaka usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Brno during spring. Osaka gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
It's quite rainy in Osaka. In April, Osaka usually receives more rain than Brno. Osaka gets 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilOsaka 15°C (59°F)Brno 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Brno and Osaka
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
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