Which place is cheaper, Lodz or Tallinn?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Tallinn or Lodz?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Lodz, 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 Lodz?
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.
Lodz
Located in central Poland, Lodz is a city perhaps best-known as a former textile-manufacturing hub. There are plenty of attractions and museums dedicated to showcasing that history, as well as a drive to promote it as a center for creative industries like art, design, fashion, and film.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Historical Tours in Poland, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn €95Lodz €30
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is €95, while the average daily cost in Lodz is €30. 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 Lodz in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn €47Lodz €13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn €94Lodz €26
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Lodz
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Lodz? 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 Lodz Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn €12Lodz €6.38
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 Airport Transfer: $43
- Highlights Shore Excursion with Return Transfer: $48
- Beginner Archery Class with Transfer: $80
- Airport Transfer Service: $48
- Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $16
- Tallinn Limo Airport Transfer: $75
- Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport (TLL): Transfer to Tallinn Port: $102
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $51
- Tallinn Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Tallinn hotels: $102
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $16
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $118
- Tallinn Airport Transfer - Return: $87
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lodz
Also for Lodz, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Poland Lodz city private transfer-Krakow Balice Airport: $138
- Luxury airport transfer from Lodz to Warszawa Chopin Airport: $102
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Lodz?
Prices for flights to both Lodz 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 €36Lodz €10
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 TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $56
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $63
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $84
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $96
- Tallinn Food Tour: $116
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $127
- Tallinn Food Tour with Round-trip Transfer Port-City: $136
- Vegan Food Tours Tallinn: $213
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lodz
For Lodz, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Lodz Private Traditional Polish Food Tour: $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn €5.63Lodz €5.43
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- "Legends and Landmarks: A Tallinn Walking Adventure": $21
- 120 Degrees daily guided walking tour: $27
- 2 Hour Tales of Tallinn Private Car Tour: $65
- 2 Hour Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour: $196
- 2-Day Guided Tour of Medieval Tallinn : $240
- 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour of Tallinn: $49
- 2-hour private tour of Tallinn with transport: $272
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Tallinn: $188
- 3-Hour Private Tour of Tallinn: $293
- 5 Hour Deluxe Shore Excursion in Tallinn from Cruise Port: $48
- 5 Hour Majestic Tallinn Tour from Cruise Port: $45
- Accessible tour in Tallinn: $738
Tours and Activities in Lodz
For Lodz, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Magic Christmas tour in Lodz: $151
- Private Walking City Tour in Lodz: $207
- Frederic Chopin and Masovian Country Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $233
- Half-Day Chelmno Kulmhof Concentration Camp Private Tour: $137
- Jasna Gora & Black Madonna Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch : $246
- Krakow and Auschwitz Small Group Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $289
- Lodz Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour: $102
- Lodz Private Polish Beer Tasting Tour: $164
- Lodz Private Vodka Tasting Tour: $164
- Romantic tour in Lodz: $96
- Torun Private Tour from Lodz with Lunch: $267
- Unique Gems of Lodz - Walking Tour : $96
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn €15Lodz €5.35
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Mad Monk’s Pub Crawl Tallinn: $21
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $27
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drinks, Local Guide: $42
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $72
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $123
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Lodz, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Lodz much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Lodz would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Lodz 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 Lodz.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Lodz Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Lodz?
Lodz has a larger population, and is about 95% larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Lodz, 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 Lodz?
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 Tallinn or Lodz in the Summer?
Both Lodz and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Tallinn is cooler than Lodz in the summer. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Lodz fluctuates around 19°C (65°F).
It's quite sunny in Lodz. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tallinn. Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Lodz during summer. Tallinn gets 279 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 353 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Lodz. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Lodz 19°C (65°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Lodz in the Autumn?
Both Lodz and Tallinn during the autumn are popular places to visit. The autumn months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Tallinn is cooler than Lodz. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tallinn in October average around 7°C (44°F), and Lodz averages at about 9°C (49°F).
In the autumn, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Lodz. Tallinn gets 92 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 135 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in October than Lodz. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Lodz 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Lodz in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Lodz. The museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Tallinn this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Lodz. It's quite cold in Tallinn in the winter. In January, Tallinn is generally much colder than Lodz. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around -5°C (22°F), and Lodz fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Tallinn usually receives less sunshine than Lodz during winter. Tallinn gets 25 hours of sunny skies, while Lodz receives 35 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Lodz. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 22 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Lodz -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Lodz in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Lodz. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the natural beauty.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Tallinn. Tallinn is much colder than Lodz in the spring. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 4°C (39°F) in April, and Lodz fluctuates around 9°C (47°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Lodz. In the spring, Tallinn often gets less sunshine than Lodz. Tallinn gets 186 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lodz receives 247 hours of full sun.
Tallinn usually gets more rain in April than Lodz. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Lodz receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Lodz 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Lodz 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 (27°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 28 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
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.