Which place is cheaper, Reykjavik or Pecs?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Pecs or Reykjavik?
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 Pecs and Reykjavik. 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: Pecs or Reykjavik?
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the capital and largest city in the country of Iceland. The city is where the vast majority of the country's population resides and the urban area has about 200,000 residents. The city is sprawling, with a large area covered in suburbs. The the city center is quite compact, with many interesting and colorful houses. There are a lot of things that attract tourists to this city, including an interesting culture and history as well as plenty of shopping and dining opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Hungary, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Budapest, The Best Budget Tours to Iceland, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Iceland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPecs $80Reykjavik $243
The average daily cost (per person) in Pecs is $80, while the average daily cost in Reykjavik is $243. 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 Pecs and Reykjavik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPecs $37Reykjavik $138
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPecs $74Reykjavik $276
Compare Hotels in Pecs and Reykjavik
Looking for a hotel in Pecs or Reykjavik? 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: Pecs Hotel Prices and Reykjavik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Pecs $17Reykjavik $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
- Pécs - Budapest Transfer: $149
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reykjavik
Also for Reykjavik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Hveragerdi to Keflavik Airport (KEF) - Deparure Private Transfer: $68
- Airport Express Shared Departure Transfer from Reykjavik Hotels to Keflavik Airport: $37
- Airport Express Shared Departure transfer from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport: $29
- Airport Transfer (One way) between Keflavik and Reykjavik: $200
- Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City With Hotel Drop Off: $36
- Airport Transfer in Iceland from Keflavik Airport to Reykjavik City one way: $28
- Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport One Way: $28
- Airport Transfer in Iceland from Reykjavik City to Keflavik Airport with Hotel Pick Up: $36
- Blue Lagoon Admission Ticket Including Transfer: $268
- Blue Lagoon Admission Ticket with Transfer: $254
- Blue Lagoon Entry Ticket with Optional Private or Shared Transfer: $163
- Blue Lagoon One Way Transfer: $184
Is it cheaper to fly into Pecs or Reykjavik?
Prices for flights to both Reykjavik and Pecs 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 dayPecs $29Reykjavik $30
Typical Food Prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
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Dinner for Two$24
Typical Food Prices in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner (Fish Market)$176
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Icelandic Food Tour: $123
- Weekend Reykjavik Food Tour with a stop at the Reykjavik Flea Market: $125
- The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $127
- 3 Hour Shared Christmas Food Tour with Guide in Reykjavik: $129
- Reykjavik Market & Lunch Food Tour - BitesizedIceland.com: $142
- Reykjavik Old Harbor Food Tour - BitesizedIceland.com: $144
- Reykjavik Old Harbor Food Tour: $145
- Icelandic Cooking Class in Downtown Reykjavik with Musical Hosts: $296
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Pecs $17Reykjavik $71
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Mineral Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.36
Typical Entertainment Prices in Reykjavik
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Reykjavik's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Museum$11
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Wine and Spa$29
Tours and Activities in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Reykjavík: City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Reykjavik Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Reykjavik Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $8.02
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $9.99
- Explore Reykjavik's Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Citywalk Tour - Audioguide in English & German: $11
- Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll Admission Ticket: $11
- Skip the Line: Icelandic Museum of Rock 'n' Roll Admission Ticket: $11
- Geothermal Energy Exhibition Entry Ticket: $17
- Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket: $18
- Skip the Line: The National Museum of Iceland Ticket: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPecs $8.30Reykjavik $28
Typical Alcohol Prices in Reykjavik
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Reykjavik are as follows:
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Beer$8.67
Sample the Local Flavors in Reykjavik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Reykjavik:
- Gin Distillery tour and tasting: $25
- Eimverk Distillery Tour with Tasting: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Pecs and Reykjavik, we can see that Reykjavik is more expensive. And not only is Pecs much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Pecs would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Pecs 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 Reykjavik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reykjavik than you might in Pecs.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Pecs Expensive? and Is Reykjavik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Pecs or Reykjavik?
Pecs has a larger population, and is about 38% larger than the population of Reykjavik. When comparing the sizes of Pecs and Reykjavik, 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 Pecs or Reykjavik?
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 Pecs or Reykjavik in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Pecs as well as Reykjavik. Additionally, most visitors come to Reykjavik for the hiking and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Pecs is much warmer than Reykjavik. Typically, the summer temperatures in Pecs in July average around 22°C (71°F), and Reykjavik averages at about 11°C (52°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Pecs this time of the year. In the summer, Pecs often gets more sunshine than Reykjavik. Pecs gets 302 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reykjavik receives 171 hours of full sun.
Pecs usually gets more rain in July than Reykjavik. Pecs gets 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 52 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyPecs 22°C (71°F)Reykjavik 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Pecs or Reykjavik in the Autumn?
Both Reykjavik and Pecs are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Reykjavik because of the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
The weather in Reykjavik can be very cold. In October, Pecs is generally much warmer than Reykjavik. Daily temperatures in Pecs average around 13°C (56°F), and Reykjavik fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
Pecs usually receives more sunshine than Reykjavik during autumn. Pecs gets 169 hours of sunny skies, while Reykjavik receives 83 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Pecs usually receives less rain than Reykjavik. Pecs gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPecs 13°C (56°F)Reykjavik 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Pecs or Reykjavik in the Winter?
Both Reykjavik and Pecs during the winter are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Reykjavik this time of year.
It's quite cold in Reykjavik in the winter. The weather in Pecs can be very cold. Pecs is much warmer than Reykjavik in the winter. The daily temperature in Pecs averages around 0°C (32°F) in January, and Reykjavik fluctuates around -0°C (32°F).
In the winter, Pecs often gets more sunshine than Reykjavik. Pecs gets 72 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Reykjavik receives 27 hours of full sun.
Pecs usually gets less rain in January than Reykjavik. Pecs gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 76 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPecs 0°C (32°F)Reykjavik -0°C (32°F)
Should I visit Pecs or Reykjavik in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Pecs and Reykjavik. Also, many travelers come to Reykjavik for the natural beauty.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Reykjavik. In the spring, Pecs is much warmer than Reykjavik. Typically, the spring temperatures in Pecs in April average around 12°C (54°F), and Reykjavik averages at about 3°C (38°F).
Pecs usually receives more sunshine than Reykjavik during spring. Pecs gets 187 hours of sunny skies, while Reykjavik receives 140 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Pecs usually receives around the same amount of rain as Reykjavik. Pecs gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Reykjavik receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilPecs 12°C (54°F)Reykjavik 3°C (38°F)
Typical Weather for Reykjavik and Pecs
| Pecs | Reykjavik | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 0°C (32°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (37°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 7°C (45°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 17°C (63°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (68°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 22°C (71°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 22°C (71°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Sep | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 13°C (56°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 2°C (36°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 0°C (32°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
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