Which place is cheaper, Plzen or Uppsala?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Uppsala or Plzen?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Uppsala or Plzen, 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: Uppsala or Plzen?
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
Plzen
Renowned as the home of the pilsner beer, Plzen is a city located in the West Bohemia region of the Czech Republic. Beyond beer, it also features a number of impressive landmarks some of which include St. Bartholomew's Cathedral and the Great Synagogue.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, The Best Budget Tours to Sweden, The Best Sightseeing Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayUppsala $135Plzen $101
The average daily cost (per person) in Uppsala is $135, while the average daily cost in Plzen is $101. 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 Uppsala and Plzen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personUppsala $89Plzen $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomUppsala $178Plzen $122
Compare Hotels in Uppsala and Plzen
Looking for a hotel in Uppsala or Plzen? 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: Uppsala Hotel Prices and Plzen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Uppsala $19Plzen $8.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plzen
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:
- Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $271
- Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $116
- Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $87
Is it cheaper to fly into Uppsala or Plzen?
Prices for flights to both Plzen and Uppsala 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 dayUppsala $32Plzen $31
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Uppsala $18Plzen $21
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $11
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $27
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $31
- Guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $55
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $75
- Private 1h tour of famous Old Uppsala mounds and mediveal church: $83
- Private guided 1h walking tour of Uppsala city's must see big attractions!!: $99
- Private tour, A Dark perspective, the dark Uppsala city walk, about a dark past!: $113
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $120
- From Stockholm: Viking History Tour to Sigtuna and Uppsala: $164
Tours and Activities in Plzen
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Plzen are as follows:
- Experience Best Prague Tandem Skydiving : $250
- Pilsen Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.74
- Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $201
- Pilsen: Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.56
- Pilsen: Old Town Gastronomy Tour: $32
- Private Tour to Pilsner Urquell from Prague: $272
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayUppsala $17Plzen $23
Sample the Local Flavors in Plzen
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plzen:
- Brewery Museum Entrance including a Glass of Beer: $6.55
- Pilsen: Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $17
- Pilsner Urquell Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $17
- Pilsen Highlights Small-Group Tour and Pilsner Brewery Tour including Lunch and Beer Tasting: $108
- Pilsner brewery tour incl beer tasting & Czech town Pilsen: $140
- Day trip to Pilsner Urquell brewery and Bohemian glassworks: $207
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Uppsala and Plzen, we can see that Uppsala is more expensive. And not only is Plzen much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plzen would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plzen 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala than you might in Plzen.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Uppsala Expensive? and Is Plzen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Uppsala or Plzen?
Plzen has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Uppsala and Plzen, 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 Uppsala or Plzen?
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 Uppsala or Plzen in the Summer?
Both Plzen and Uppsala during the summer are popular places to visit.
Uppsala is around the same temperature as Plzen in the summer. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 18°C (64°F) in July, and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).
In Plzen, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Uppsala. In the summer, Uppsala often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Uppsala gets 260 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets less rain in July than Plzen. Uppsala gets 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyUppsala 18°C (64°F)Plzen 20°C (67°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Plzen in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Uppsala and Plzen.
In the autumn, Uppsala is cooler than Plzen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Uppsala in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Plzen averages at about 11°C (51°F).
Uppsala usually receives less sunshine than Plzen during autumn. Uppsala gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Uppsala usually receives more rain than Plzen. Uppsala gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberUppsala 8°C (46°F)Plzen 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Plzen in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Uppsala as well as Plzen.
Plzen can be very cold during winter. Uppsala can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Uppsala is generally much colder than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Uppsala average around -3°C (27°F), and Plzen fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
In the winter, Uppsala often gets less sunshine than Plzen. Uppsala gets 40 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun.
Uppsala usually gets more rain in January than Plzen. Uppsala gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryUppsala -3°C (27°F)Plzen -1°C (31°F)
Should I visit Uppsala or Plzen in the Spring?
Both Plzen and Uppsala are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.
Uppsala is much colder than Plzen in the spring. The daily temperature in Uppsala averages around 5°C (41°F) in April, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Uppsala usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during spring. Uppsala gets 185 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Uppsala usually receives less rain than Plzen. Uppsala gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilUppsala 5°C (41°F)Plzen 11°C (51°F)
Typical Weather for Plzen and Uppsala
| Uppsala | Plzen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -3°C (27°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
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