Which place is cheaper, Kiev or Sighisoara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Sighisoara or Kiev?
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 Sighisoara and Kiev can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Sighisoara or Kiev?
Sighisoara
Located in the historic region of Transylvania in Romania, Sighisoara takes its roots from German craftsmen and merchants, called the Transylvanian Saxons, who were invited by the King of Hungary during the 12th century to settle and defend the area. Today it is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site, and stands as a preserved example of a small fortified city from the medieval era.
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Romania, and The Best Budget Tours to Romania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySighisoara $60Kiev $26
The average daily cost (per person) in Sighisoara is $60, while the average daily cost in Kiev is $26. 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 Sighisoara and Kiev in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSighisoara $28Kiev $17
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSighisoara $56Kiev $34
Compare Hotels in Sighisoara and Kiev
Looking for a hotel in Sighisoara or Kiev? 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: Sighisoara Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Sighisoara $18Kiev $1.03
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sighisoara
Also for Sighisoara, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bucharest to Sighisoara - Private Transfer: $430
- Sighisoara to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $472
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Strategic Missile Forces Base: Round-Trip Transfer from Kyiv& Museum Guided Tour: $145
- Luxury Arrival Transfer From Kyiv Boryspil International Airport (KBP): $80
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $67
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City in Luxury Van: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev Boryspil Airport KBP to Kiev City in Business Car: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $60
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $55
Is it cheaper to fly into Sighisoara or Kiev?
Prices for flights to both Kiev and Sighisoara 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 daySighisoara $22Kiev $7.23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- "Kiev Private Food Tour" - Taste the best Ukraine has to offer: $53
- Ukrainian cooking master class − the tastiest master class in Kyiv: $103
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $112
- Private Gastro/Food Tour In Kyiv : $144
- Cooking master class: $226
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Sighisoara $7.87Kiev $2.03
Tours and Activities in Sighisoara
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Sighisoara.
- Candlelight Tour of Dracula's Home Town: $30
- 2-Hour City Tour: $42
- City Tour Sighisoara in English: $43
- City Walking Tour and Dracula House Visit: $56
- Sighisoara private tour, citadel visit, museum entrance free: $64
- From Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan: $84
- Half-Day Tour to Malancrav & Biertan from Sighisoara: $86
- Sighisoara Citadel super - private walking tour: $97
- 3 Days Private Guided Tour in Romania: $859
- Transylvania Castles & Fortified Churches 4-Day Private Tour: $929
- From Bucharest: Private 6-Day Dracula Tour in Transylvania: $1,396
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- "Kiev Private 6 Hour Food, History & Nightlife Tour": $92
- 1- or 3-Hour Private Kyiv Guided Bike Tour: $56
- 2 Hours Kyiv Street Art Tour : $32
- 2-Day Small-Group Tour to Lviv from Kiev by Intercity Train: $224
- 2-days Group Tour To The Chernobyl Exclusion Zone: $279
- 3-Day Small-Group Highlights Tour of Kyiv: $279
- Adventure City Center Tour : $120
- Best Kyiv Architecture tour, city from a height: $70
- Borodyanka, Bucha, Irpin, Banksy & More Graffiti Tour: $180
- Chernobyl Exclusion Zone 1-day tour: $97
- Chernobyl Tour with Gift : $107
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $28
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySighisoara $6.42Kiev $6.37
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Kiev Bar Crawl - Private Nightlife Tour: $49
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Sighisoara and Kiev, we can see that Sighisoara is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Sighisoara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sighisoara than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Sighisoara Expensive? and Is Kiev Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Sighisoara or Kiev?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Sighisoara. When comparing the sizes of Sighisoara and Kiev, 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.
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.