Which place is cheaper, Havana or Salzburg?
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 Salzburg or Havana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Salzburg or Havana, 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: Salzburg or Havana?
Salzburg
Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get past the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.
Havana
The city of Havana is at the top of most peoples' bucket list - mostly because of the allure of a forbidden land. Before the Communist revolution, Cuba was a popular tourist destination. Since it has reopened in the 1990s, it has drawn tourists from all over the world (except the US).
This capital city is a land trapped in the past. With 50 years of neglect, when you step off the plane, prepare to step back in time. A trip to Havana is meant for those with truly open minds - and when they arrive they'll be swept away.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySalzburg €185Havana €63
The average daily cost (per person) in Salzburg is €185, while the average daily cost in Havana is €63. 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 Salzburg and Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSalzburg €91Havana €36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSalzburg €182Havana €72
Compare Hotels in Salzburg and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Salzburg or Havana? 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: Salzburg Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Salzburg €19Havana €16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salzburg
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salzburg:
- Airport Transfer: Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg by Luxury Car: $118
- Arrival Private Transfers: Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg in Business Car: $99
- Arrival Private Transfers: Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg in Luxury Van: $102
- Departure Private Transfers: Salzburg to Salzburg Airport SZG in Business Car: $99
- From Salzburg to Munich Airport- Private Transfer - punctual & friendly Driver: $277
- Hallstatt daytrip: Transfer to Hallstatt + Salzburg and back: $523
- Private Salzburg transfer : $239
- Private Transfer From Salzburg To Kitzbuhel, English Speaking Driver : $200
- Private Transfer From Zell am See To Munich: $245
- Private Transfer From Zell am See To Salzburg, English Speaking Driver: $202
- Private Transfer Salzburg → Munich, Hotel-to-Hotel, English-speaking driver: $277
- Private Transfer between Salzburg Airport and Salzburg City: $72
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Havana
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Havana:
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Short Taxi Ride€0.58
Is it cheaper to fly into Salzburg or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana and Salzburg 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 daySalzburg €71Havana €15
Typical Food Prices in Salzburg
Some typical examples of dining costs in Salzburg are as follows:
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Lunch Salad€9.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salzburg
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salzburg.
- Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg: $69
- Salzburg Christmas Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Lesson: $69
- Apple Strudel & Prezel Cooking Class incl. Dinner & Music: $94
- Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart and Advent/Christmas Concert with Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $98
- Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg: $101
- Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise: $129
- Sound of Music Tour with Edelweiss Cooking Class in Salzburg: $149
- Best of Mozart Concert and GOLDEN VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $153
- Private Knödel (Austrian Dumplings) Cooking Class with a Chef: $178
- Private Artisanal Charcuterie "Marende" Cooking Class with a Chef: $274
Typical Food Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Havana:
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Pizza€0.03
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Salzburg €30Havana €9.53
Tours and Activities in Salzburg
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Salzburg are as follows:
- Salzburg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.77
- Salzburg Music, Myths and Baroque Beauty Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.94
- Zell am See Exploration Game and Tour: $7.15
- Mozart's Salzburg Exploration Game and Tour: $7.15
- Salzburg Uncovered: Your Self Guided Adventure: $8.34
- A taste of An audio tour through the birthplace of Mozart: $12
- Sightseeing with the Sound of Music: A Salzburg Audio Tour: $12
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Stiegl Brauwelt Museum ticket: $17
- Fun & mobile puzzle rally tour in Mozart's footsteps through Salzburg: $26
- Fun & mobile puzzle rally tour through Salzburg: $31
- Salzburg Old Town Walking Tour, Mozart, Mirabell Gardens: $39
Tours and Activities in Havana
Here are a few actual costs in Havana for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private: City Tour with Lunch, Rum, and Chocolate: $2,000
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySalzburg €26Havana €4.90
Typical Alcohol Prices in Salzburg
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salzburg:
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Beer€3.70
Sample the Local Flavors in Salzburg
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Salzburg:
- Salzburg Brewery Tour: $60
- Cheers to Beer &Wine Tasting with local Food Pairing: $95
- Private Austrian Wine Tasting with a Pro-Sommelière: $204
Typical Alcohol Prices in Havana
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Havana:
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Mojito€0.13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Salzburg and Havana, we can see that Salzburg is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Salzburg is in Europe and Havana is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Havana would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Havana 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 Salzburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Salzburg than you might in Havana.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Salzburg Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Salzburg or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Salzburg. When comparing the sizes of Salzburg and Havana, 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 Salzburg or Havana?
Salzburg has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Havana experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Salzburg or Havana in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Salzburg and Havana. Most visitors come to Salzburg for the music scene and the family-friendly experiences during these months. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Salzburg is cooler than Havana in the summer. The daily temperature in Salzburg averages around 20°C (68°F) in July, and Havana fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In July, Salzburg usually receives more rain than Havana. Salzburg gets 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulySalzburg 20°C (68°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Salzburg or Havana in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Salzburg as well as Havana. The autumn months attract visitors to Salzburg because of the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
In the autumn, Salzburg is much colder than Havana. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Salzburg in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Havana averages at about 25°C (77°F).
Salzburg usually gets less rain in October than Havana. Salzburg gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberSalzburg 11°C (52°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Salzburg or Havana in the Winter?
Both Havana and Salzburg are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Salzburg this time of year. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Salzburg in the winter. In January, Salzburg is generally much colder than Havana. Daily temperatures in Salzburg average around -0°C (31°F), and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
In January, Salzburg usually receives more rain than Havana. Salzburg gets 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuarySalzburg -0°C (31°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Salzburg or Havana in the Spring?
Both Havana and Salzburg during the spring are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Salzburg for the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
Salzburg is much colder than Havana in the spring. The daily temperature in Salzburg averages around 11°C (51°F) in April, and Havana fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Salzburg usually gets more rain in April than Havana. Salzburg gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilSalzburg 11°C (51°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Salzburg
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -0°C (31°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 2°C (36°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 11°C (51°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 15°C (59°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 20°C (68°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 19°C (67°F) | 93 mm (3.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (61°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 5°C (42°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 1°C (35°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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