Which place is cheaper, Havana or Thessaloniki?
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 Thessaloniki or Havana?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Thessaloniki or Havana? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Thessaloniki or Havana?
Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is the second largest city in Greece and serves as the capital city of the Central Macedonia region. It also has a rich history dating back more than 3,000 years. As a visitor, you'll find that the city has been touched by the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires, all of which left their mark. In particular, the many Byzantine churches are quite impressive, with some of them listed on the UNESCO World Heritage list.
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 Tours for Seniors to Greece, and The Best Contiki Tours to Greece.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayThessaloniki €165Havana €64
The average daily cost (per person) in Thessaloniki is €165, while the average daily cost in Havana is €64. 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 Thessaloniki and Havana in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personThessaloniki €79Havana €36
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomThessaloniki €158Havana €72
Compare Hotels in Thessaloniki and Havana
Looking for a hotel in Thessaloniki 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: Thessaloniki Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Thessaloniki €13Havana €16
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Thessaloniki
Also for Thessaloniki, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Athens to/from Thessaloniki : Private Transfer: $1,006
- From Private Day Trip to Meteora with Transfer: $493
- One Way Private Transfer SKG Airport to / from Katerini - Litochoro: $99
- One Way Private Transfer SKG Airport to / from Thessaloniki City Center: $28
- Private Airport Transfer Thessaloniki (SKG) to Halkidiki Hotels: $189
- Private Arrival Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport: $106
- Private Transfer - Thessaloniki Airport SKG to Thessaloniki Port: $44
- Private Transfer - Thessaloniki Port to Thessaloniki Airport SKG: $44
- Private Transfer from Kavala to Sofia (SOF) Airport: $256
- Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Airport to Pomegranate Hotel: $94
- Private Transfer from Thessaloniki Port to Thessaloniki hotels: $44
- Private Transfer from Thessaloniki hotels to Thessaloniki Port: $44
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 Thessaloniki or Havana?
Prices for flights to both Havana and Thessaloniki 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 dayThessaloniki €72Havana €15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Thessaloniki
For Thessaloniki, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Open Market Food Tour with Tasting: $53
- Walking Open Market Food Tour and Tasting: $53
- Thessaloniki Food Tour : Eat Like a Local (Small Group): $59
- Sweet Taste Of Thessaloniki - Food Tour With A Local: $69
- Cooking & Dining Experience with Greek Family: $69
- Guided Food Tour: $76
- Food Tour in Thessaloniki: $83
- Thessaloniki Food Tour: A Feast of Local Delicacies: $90
- Traditional Greek Food Tour With A Local: $92
- Greek Ouzo and Meze Food Tour With A Local: $93
- Traditional Greek Food Tour With A Local: $94
- Gastronomic Food Tour in Thessaloniki with a Chef: $94
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.Thessaloniki €26Havana €9.64
Tours and Activities in Thessaloniki
For Thessaloniki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour & Narrative: $9.37
- White Tower Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.37
- Thessaloniki:Selfie Museum, a 60-minute immersive experience: $13
- Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket: $13
- Museum of Illusions Thessaloniki Ticket: $13
- Ticket for Frida Kahlo Beyond the Icon Immersive Experience: $18
- Cretan Olive Oil Tasting Experience: $18
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $19
- Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour: $19
- City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $20
- Byzantine Museum E-Ticket with Audio Tour: $21
- OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal: $21
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayThessaloniki €15Havana €4.95
Sample the Local Flavors in Thessaloniki
Also in Thessaloniki, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- From Pella-Edessa-Naousa wine tasting: $76
- Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Appetizers: $89
- Thessaloniki Small-Group Wine Tasting Tour with Appetizers: $99
- Ktima Gerovassiliou Wine Tour & Museum – Thessaloniki”: $105
- Winery Visit with Wine Tasting Experience: $111
- Kavala: Winery tour & Wine Tasting with food pairings in Kavala: $112
- Private Day Trip to Petralona Cave and Afytos with Wine Tasting: $142
- Alexander the Great and Northern Greece Wine Tour: $254
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 Thessaloniki and Havana, we can see that Thessaloniki is more expensive. And not only is Havana much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki Expensive? and Is Havana Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Thessaloniki or Havana?
Havana has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Thessaloniki. When comparing the sizes of Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki or Havana?
Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki or Havana in the Summer?
Both Havana and Thessaloniki during the summer are popular places to visit. The beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Thessaloniki this time of year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Havana year-round.
In the summer, Thessaloniki is around the same temperature as Havana. Typically, the summer temperatures in Thessaloniki in July average around 25°C (77°F), and Havana averages at about 27°C (81°F).
Thessaloniki usually gets less rain in July than Havana. Thessaloniki gets 26 mm (1 in) of rain, while Havana receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyThessaloniki 25°C (77°F)Havana 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Thessaloniki or Havana in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Thessaloniki and Havana. Many travelers come to Thessaloniki for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene. Havana attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Thessaloniki is generally much colder than Havana. Daily temperatures in Thessaloniki average around 16°C (61°F), and Havana fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In October, Thessaloniki usually receives less rain than Havana. Thessaloniki gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Havana receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberThessaloniki 16°C (61°F)Havana 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Thessaloniki or Havana in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Thessaloniki as well as Havana. Many visitors come to Thessaloniki in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Havana throughout the year.
Thessaloniki is much colder than Havana in the winter. The daily temperature in Thessaloniki averages around 5°C (41°F) in January, and Havana fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Thessaloniki usually gets more rain in January than Havana. Thessaloniki gets 37 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Havana receives 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryThessaloniki 5°C (41°F)Havana 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Thessaloniki or Havana in the Spring?
Both Havana and Thessaloniki are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Thessaloniki for the beaches and the activities around the city during these months. Plenty of visitors come to Havana because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Thessaloniki is much colder than Havana. Typically, the spring temperatures in Thessaloniki in April average around 13°C (56°F), and Havana averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In April, Thessaloniki usually receives more rain than Havana. Thessaloniki gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Havana receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilThessaloniki 13°C (56°F)Havana 24°C (75°F)
Typical Weather for Havana and Thessaloniki
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 5°C (41°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Feb | 7°C (44°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 13°C (56°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (76°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 21°C (70°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Oct | 16°C (61°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 11°C (52°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Dec | 7°C (44°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
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