Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Turku?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Turku or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Turku or Mostar, 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: Turku or Mostar?
Turku
Turku, a city on the southwest coast of Finland, straddles the Aura River. Dating from the 13th century, it's known for Turku Castle, a medieval fortress with a history museum, perched at the river mouth. Restaurants line the cobbled riverside streets. On the eastern bank lies the Old Great Square, a former trade hub, surrounded by grand buildings. The nearby Turku Cathedral houses a royal tomb and a museum. The historic castle and cathedral point to the city's rich cultural history when it was the Finnish capital, and contemporary Turku is full of experimental art and vibrant festivals, thanks in part to its spirited university population (the country's second largest), who make Turku's nightlife young and fun. As the first city many visitors encounter arriving by ferry from Sweden and Aland, it's a splendid introduction to the Finnish mainland.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, The Best Adventure Tours to Finland, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTurku €136Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Turku is €136, while the average daily cost in Mostar is €65. 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 Turku and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTurku €76Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTurku €152Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Turku and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Turku or Mostar? 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: Turku Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Turku €44Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Turku
Also for Turku, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku (TKU) Airport to City centre: $73
- Turku Private Transfer from Turku city centre to Turku airport: $73
- One-Way Helicopter Transfer to Helsinki Airport (HEL): $2,112
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer service from Mostar-Sarajevo: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
Is it cheaper to fly into Turku or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Turku 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 dayTurku €32Mostar €24
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Turku €22Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Turku
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Turku.
- Inspiring Turku - Walking Tour: $131
- Turku Archipelago: Sea Kayaking Day Tour: $133
- Archipelago tour with Soling sailboat: $310
- Inspiring Turku - Walking Tour: $523
- Turku Enchanting Romantic Walking Tour: $659
- Turku Christmas Delights Walking Tour: $766
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Charming Private Mostar Walking Tour: $43
- 2-Hour Cultural Walking Tour in One City-Three Stories of Mostar: $55
- Absolute Herzegovina Adventure - Kravice Waterfalls, Sky Walk, Blagaj, Pocitelj: $65
- All Inclusive Neretva Rafting, Day Tour from Mostar: $147
- Ancient Roman Horseback Riding Experience: $49
- Authentic Medjugorje Tour: $82
- Authentic Tour Mostar, Medjugorje, Karavice - Farm To Table: $535
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $277
- Captivating Mostar - Walking Tour for Couples: $142
- Christmas Charms in Mostar - Walking Tour: $384
- Discover Herzegovina Day Tour from Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj, Počitelj: $54
- Discovering The Karstic Landscapes - Hiking Day Tour from Mostar: $73
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTurku €12Mostar €3.47
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Turku and Mostar, we can see that Turku is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Turku would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Turku than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Turku Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Turku or Mostar?
Turku has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Mostar. When comparing the sizes of Turku and Mostar, 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 Turku or Mostar?
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 Turku or Mostar in the Summer?
Both Mostar and Turku during the summer are popular places to visit.
In the summer, Turku is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Turku in July average around 16°C (61°F), and Mostar averages at about 26°C (78°F).
In Mostar, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Turku. In the summer, Turku often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Turku gets 262 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 323 hours of full sun.
Turku usually gets more rain in July than Mostar. Turku gets 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTurku 16°C (61°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Turku or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Turku and Mostar.
In October, Turku is generally much colder than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Turku average around 6°C (43°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Turku usually receives less sunshine than Mostar during autumn. Turku gets 90 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Mostar receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Turku usually receives less rain than Mostar. Turku gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTurku 6°C (43°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Turku or Mostar in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Turku as well as Mostar.
It's quite cold in Turku in the winter. Turku is much colder than Mostar in the winter. The daily temperature in Turku averages around -6°C (20°F) in January, and Mostar fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Turku often gets less sunshine than Mostar. Turku gets 39 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mostar receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Turku usually gets less rain in January than Mostar. Turku gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTurku -6°C (20°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Turku or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Turku are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Turku. In the spring, Turku is much colder than Mostar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Turku in April average around 3°C (37°F), and Mostar averages at about 14°C (58°F).
Turku usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mostar during spring. Turku gets 182 hours of sunny skies, while Mostar receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In April, Turku usually receives less rain than Mostar. Turku gets 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTurku 3°C (37°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Turku
| Turku | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -6°C (20°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | -3°C (27°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 3°C (37°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 9°C (49°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 14°C (58°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (61°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 83 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 10°C (51°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (33°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | -4°C (25°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 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.