Which place is cheaper, Linz or Rovaniemi?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Rovaniemi or Linz?
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 Rovaniemi and Linz. 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: Rovaniemi or Linz?
Rovaniemi
Rovaniemi is the capital of Lapland, in northern Finland. Almost totally destroyed during World War II, today it's a modern city known for being the "official" home town of Santa Claus, and for viewing the Northern Lights. It's home to Arktikum, a museum and science center exploring the Arctic region and the history of Finnish Lapland. The Science Centre Pilke features interactive exhibits on northern forests.
Linz
Located on the shores of the Danube River, Linz is Austria's third largest city and the capital city of the Upper Austria province. It is best known for is Renaissance architecture including a number of churches as well as a historic castle.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Austria, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayRovaniemi €174Linz €114
The average daily cost (per person) in Rovaniemi is €174, while the average daily cost in Linz is €114. 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 Rovaniemi and Linz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personRovaniemi €93Linz €58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomRovaniemi €186Linz €116
Compare Hotels in Rovaniemi and Linz
Looking for a hotel in Rovaniemi or Linz? 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: Rovaniemi Hotel Prices and Linz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Rovaniemi €31Linz €41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rovaniemi
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Rovaniemi:
- From Return Transfer to Ranua Zoo by Private Van: $29
- From Rovaniemi Private Transfer To Polar Explorer Icebreaker: $48
- Private Departure Transfer from Rovaniemi: $55
- Private Arrival Transfer from Rovaniemi Airport or Train Station: $56
- Private Transfer from Rovaniemi airport-city centre: $75
- Santa Claus Village Guided Tour with Transfer: $77
- Rovaniemi Private City Transfer by Luxury Vehicule : $83
- From Helsinki: Private Transfer to Rovaniemi: $86
- Santa Claus Village Tour with Transfer: $87
- Trip to Santa Claus Village with Hotel Transfer: $87
- Rovaniemi Private Transfer from Rovaniemi (RVN) Airport to City centre: $87
- Rovaniemi Private Transfer from Rovaniemi city centre to Rovaniemi airport: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Linz
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Linz:
- Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to Wels city: $68
- Linz Private Transfer from Linz city centre to Linz Airport: $70
- Linz Private Transfer from Linz Airport to City centre: $70
- Private Transfer from Linz to Munich, Hotel-to-hotel, English-speaking driver: $180
- Transfer from Linz to Munich: Private daytrip with 2 hours for sightseeing: $212
Is it cheaper to fly into Rovaniemi or Linz?
Prices for flights to both Linz and Rovaniemi 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 dayRovaniemi €47Linz €32
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rovaniemi
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Rovaniemi.
- Snow Restaurant Dinner Tour: $116
- Lappish Cooking Master Class: $134
- Lappish Cooking Master Class: $147
- From SnowHotel Aurora Experience with Dinner: $149
- Best Of Lapland: Sauna, Ice swimming, Dinner & Northern Lights : $169
- Private Sauna, Jacuzzi and Dinner: $176
- Romantic Glass Igloo Dinner under Northern Lights : $223
- Northern Lights dinner in a Glass Igloo: $234
- Aurora Borealis Dinner in a Glass Igloo: $234
- PRIVATE Party dinner in a Glass Igloo Under Northern Lights : $240
- PRIVATE Glass Igloo Dinner Under Northern Lights : $240
- Private Glass Igloo Dinner on the Shore of Frozen Lake: $245
Typical Food Prices in Linz
Some typical examples of dining costs in Linz are as follows:
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Leberkäse (Sausage Loaf)€4.20
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Lunch€8.50
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Rovaniemi €48Linz €13
Tours and Activities in Rovaniemi
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Rovaniemi are as follows:
- Essential A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.99
- SnowGlow Winterpark Entry Ticket: $26
- Snowman World Entrance Ticket: $31
- Guided Supermarket Tour: $37
- Tour to Aurora Horses Farm with Charming Finnhorses: $38
- Guided Northern Lights Tour by Van: $74
- BBQ Picnic Experience under Northern Lights: $74
- Private Aurora Borealis Car Tour with Hot Drinks: $74
- Bus Tour with Hunting Northern Lights: $75
- Guided tour in Santa Claus village with hotel pick up: $80
- Lapland: Aurora Borealis BBQ Tour: $80
- From Northern Lights Photo Tour with Pickup: $80
Tours and Activities in Linz
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Linz are as follows:
- Linz Harbor Cruise: $15
- Detective Trail puzzle tour for the whole family: $16
- What the bloody hell is there in Linz? 1,5 hour walking tour: $24
- Linz Crime Experience: self-guided crime tour: $42
- Murder Crime Game Self-Guided Interactive Tour: $74
- Private History Tour with a Linzer Cake Tasting: $149
- Linz Exploration: Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $176
- Linz Old Town Highlights Walking Tour with Pöstlingbergbahn: $191
- Linz Cultural Marvels Walking Tour: $205
- Literature in Adalbert Stifter Institute Private Tour: $210
- Family Tour of Linz's Old Town, Pöstlingberg and Grottenbahn: $210
- Literature in Adalbert Stifter Institute Private Tour : $214
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayRovaniemi €21Linz €16
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Rovaniemi and Linz, we can see that Rovaniemi is more expensive. And not only is Linz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Linz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Linz 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 Rovaniemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Rovaniemi than you might in Linz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Rovaniemi Expensive? and Is Linz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Rovaniemi or Linz?
Linz has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Rovaniemi. When comparing the sizes of Rovaniemi and Linz, 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 Rovaniemi or Linz?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linz in the Summer?
Both Linz and Rovaniemi are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Linz because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Rovaniemi is generally cooler than Linz. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around 15°C (60°F), and Linz fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
It's quite sunny in Linz. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Rovaniemi. Rovaniemi usually receives more sunshine than Linz during summer. Rovaniemi gets 304 hours of sunny skies, while Linz receives 236 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Rovaniemi usually receives less rain than Linz. Rovaniemi gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Linz receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyRovaniemi 15°C (60°F)Linz 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linz in the Autumn?
Both Linz and Rovaniemi during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Linz this time of year.
The weather in Rovaniemi can be very cold. Rovaniemi is much colder than Linz in the autumn. The daily temperature in Rovaniemi averages around 2°C (36°F) in October, and Linz fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).
In the autumn, Rovaniemi often gets less sunshine than Linz. Rovaniemi gets 82 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linz receives 129 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets more rain in October than Linz. Rovaniemi gets 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain, while Linz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberRovaniemi 2°C (36°F)Linz 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linz in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Rovaniemi and Linz. Also, many travelers come to Linz for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Linz. It's quite cold in Rovaniemi in the winter. In the winter, Rovaniemi is much colder than Linz. Typically, the winter temperatures in Rovaniemi in January average around -12°C (10°F), and Linz averages at about -0°C (31°F).
Rovaniemi usually receives less sunshine than Linz during winter. Rovaniemi gets 19 hours of sunny skies, while Linz receives 57 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Rovaniemi usually receives more rain than Linz. Rovaniemi gets 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Linz receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryRovaniemi -12°C (10°F)Linz -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Rovaniemi or Linz in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Rovaniemi as well as Linz. Also, many visitors come to Linz in the spring for the natural beauty.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Rovaniemi. In April, Rovaniemi is generally much colder than Linz. Daily temperatures in Rovaniemi average around -1°C (31°F), and Linz fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
In the spring, Rovaniemi often gets more sunshine than Linz. Rovaniemi gets 194 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Linz receives 163 hours of full sun.
Rovaniemi usually gets less rain in April than Linz. Rovaniemi gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Linz receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilRovaniemi -1°C (31°F)Linz 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Linz and Rovaniemi
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Apr | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Aug | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Sep | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Oct | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Dec | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
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