Which place is cheaper, Busan (Pusan) or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Busan (Pusan)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Busan (Pusan), 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: Tallinn or Busan (Pusan)?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Busan (Pusan)
An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul.
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Tallinn Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €121Busan (Pusan) €82
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €121, while the average daily cost in Busan (Pusan) is €82. 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 Tallinn and Busan (Pusan) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Busan (Pusan) €31
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Busan (Pusan) €62
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Busan (Pusan)
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Busan (Pusan)? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Busan (Pusan) €16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two€1.66
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $34
- Transfer service in Tallinn: $35
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port: $40
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $46
- Private Airport Transfer: $47
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $47
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $65
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $70
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $80
- Beginner Archery Class with Transfer: $88
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer from Tallinn City / Tallinn Airport: $102
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $129
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Cruise Port: $65
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan city hotels: $65
- Private Transfer from Busan Cruise Port to Busan Hotels: $65
- Private Transfer Gaimhae Airport to Busan City: $85
- Private Airport, Train Station & Hotel Transfer Service in Busan: $80
- Busan Private Transfer: Airport & KTX Stn. to/from Hotel in Busan: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Busan (Pusan)?
Prices for flights to both Busan (Pusan) and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn €62Busan (Pusan) €35
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two€7.68
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Dessert€1.15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $93
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $140
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $230
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's€3.51
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Carp Bread€0.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Busan Traditional Market Food Tour: $47
- Busan history and market food tour with local chef: $48
- Kimchi Kitchens Busan Food Tour with 10+ Tastings: $88
- Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $100
- Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Busan (Pusan) €15
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.16
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $7.02
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- Tour to the Paljassaare Special Protection Area: $15
- Guided Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $17
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $18
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $18
- PoCo Pop Art Museum Ticket: $21
- Tallinn TV Tower Ticket: $22
- Christmas walking tour Tallinn Christmas market: $23
- PROTO Invention Factory Entry Ticket: $23
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- (Guaranteed Return) Busan Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests: $66
- (On-Time Return) Busan Cruise Shore Excursion for Small Group: $89
- (Return Assurance) Busan Small Group Cruise Shore Excursion: $85
- 1 Day Private Busan Guided Tour: $300
- Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour: $31
- Busan 9 Highlights Tour: $40
- Busan City Top Attractions Tour with Haeundae Blueline Park: $31
- Busan City Tour Including Haedong Yonggungsa Temple And APEC House: $290
- Busan Coastal Views or Bamboo Forest with Local Markets Day Tour: $36
- Busan Cruise Port – Premium Small Group Tour (Max 6 Guests): $99
- Busan Cruise Shore Excursion: City Highlights and Food Taste Tour: $73
- Busan Day Tour with Pickup at the KTX Station-Family Couple Alone: $76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Busan (Pusan) €9.12
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
- Old Town Walking Tour, Pub Crawl and Accommodation in Tallinn: $117
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $133
Sample the Local Flavors in Busan (Pusan)
Also in Busan (Pusan), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Busan Pub Crawl with Traditional Korean Pub Experience: $23
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Busan (Pusan), we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Busan (Pusan) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Busan (Pusan) is in Asia, 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 Busan (Pusan) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Busan (Pusan) 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Busan (Pusan).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Busan (Pusan) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 9 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Busan (Pusan), 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 Tallinn or Busan (Pusan)?
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 Tallinn or Busan (Pusan) in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Busan (Pusan). The summer months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the family-friendly experiences.
Tallinn is much colder than Busan (Pusan) in the summer. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Tallinn this time of the year. In the summer, Tallinn often gets more sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 166 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Busan (Pusan). Tallinn usually gets less rain in July than Busan (Pusan). Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 257 mm (10.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Busan (Pusan) 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Busan (Pusan) in the Autumn?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.
In the autumn, Tallinn is much colder than Busan (Pusan). Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tallinn in October average around 7°C (44°F), and Busan (Pusan) averages at about 18°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Busan (Pusan). Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during autumn. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 202 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Busan (Pusan). Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Busan (Pusan) 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Busan (Pusan) in the Winter?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Tallinn during the winter are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Busan (Pusan) can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Tallinn. In January, Tallinn is generally much colder than Busan (Pusan). Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around -5°C (22°F), and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
In Busan (Pusan), it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 200 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in January than Busan (Pusan). Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Busan (Pusan) 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Busan (Pusan) in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Busan (Pusan). Many visitors come to Tallinn in the spring for the natural beauty.
Tallinn can get quite cold in the spring. Tallinn is much colder than Busan (Pusan) in the spring. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 4°C (39°F) in April, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Tallinn usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Busan (Pusan) during spring. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 196 hours of full sun in the spring.
Busan (Pusan) receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Tallinn usually receives less rain than Busan (Pusan). Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Busan (Pusan) 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Busan (Pusan) and Tallinn
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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