Which place is cheaper, Grand Cayman or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Grand Cayman?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Vilnius and Grand Cayman. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Vilnius or Grand Cayman?
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
Grand Cayman
When people think of the Cayman Islands, they typically think of offshore bank accounts and sunny, cruise ship ports. Grand Cayman has more to offer travelers than a playground for the wealthy or a short stopover for cruise passengers. This tropical island is the largest of the three Cayman Islands, it is a shopper's heaven, a center for global finance and an ideal vacation spot.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Grand Cayman €200
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Grand Cayman is €200. 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 Vilnius and Grand Cayman in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Grand Cayman €139
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Grand Cayman €278
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Grand Cayman
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Grand Cayman? 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: Vilnius Hotel Prices and Grand Cayman Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Grand Cayman €29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $215
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $215
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.23
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $54
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $36
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $24
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $52
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $52
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $215
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $645
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Grand Cayman
Also for Grand Cayman, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to Owen Roberts AirportGCM: $54
- George Town / 7- Mile Beach area to George Town Port -Departure Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Cruise Port to George Town or 7-Mile Beach -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- George Town Port to Owen Roberts Airport (GCM) - Departure Private Transfer: $54
- Privat Transfer from Owen Roberts Airport GCM to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town or 7 Mile to George Town Port: $54
- Private Transfer from George Town Port to George Town or 7-Mile: $54
- Airport Transfer - Owen Roberts Intl Airport to GeorgeTown or Seven Mile Beach: $88
- George Town Port to George Town / 7-Mile Beach area -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $108
- Airport Transfers to North Side Accommodation (GCM Grand Cayman): $265
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Grand Cayman?
Prices for flights to both Grand Cayman and Vilnius 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 dayVilnius €40Grand Cayman €36
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two€13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Private National Dinner with Folk Show: $60
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $191
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Grand Cayman €38
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour€5.79
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- “Ghostly Tales of Vilnius” Walking Tour: $86
- "Ghostly Tales of Vilnius" Walking Tour: $171
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $108
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $387
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $22
- Bachelorette Party Adventure's Organization: $34
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $32
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $208
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $269
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $215
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $77
Tours and Activities in Grand Cayman
For Grand Cayman, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- West Bay Sightseeing Tour Plus Seven Mile Beach Visit: $45
- Reagan’s Honey Beekeeping Adventure: $67
- Starfish and Stingray City Fun Tour with Reef Snorkeling- 3 stops: $69
- Stingraycity Adventure: $69
- Stingray City Experience Plus One Snorkeling Stop: $69
- Stingray City Sandbar, Coral Gardens and 7-Mile Beach Tour: $70
- Stingray City Experience Plus Two Snorkeling Stops on Grand Cayman: $75
- Stingrays, Starfish and Snorkeling Tour: $75
- 2-stop Adventure: Stingray City and snorkeling at Cayman Reefs: $79
- Grand Cayman Cruise: Starfish Point, Stingray City, Coral Garden: $80
- Acquarius Stingray City and Snorkel Tours: $80
- Grand Cayman - Bioluminescent Bay Tour: $95
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.38Grand Cayman €12
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer€4.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Beer degustation at Bear & Boar Brewery Taproom: $43
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $46
Typical Alcohol Prices in Grand Cayman
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Grand Cayman:
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Beer€4.63
Sample the Local Flavors in Grand Cayman
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Grand Cayman:
- Cayman Spirits Co. Distillery Tour Pass Ticket Only: $24
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Grand Cayman, we can see that Grand Cayman is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Vilnius is in Europe and Grand Cayman 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 Vilnius would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vilnius 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 Grand Cayman would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Grand Cayman than you might in Vilnius.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Grand Cayman Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Grand Cayman?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Grand Cayman. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Grand Cayman, 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 Vilnius or Grand Cayman?
Vilnius has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Grand Cayman experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vilnius or Grand Cayman in the Summer?
Both Grand Cayman and Vilnius during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Grand Cayman year-round.
In the summer, Vilnius is much colder than Grand Cayman. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 28°C (83°F).
Grand Cayman gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vilnius usually gets less rain in July than Grand Cayman. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 179 mm (7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Grand Cayman 28°C (83°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Grand Cayman in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Grand Cayman. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. Grand Cayman attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In October, Vilnius is generally much colder than Grand Cayman. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Grand Cayman receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Grand Cayman. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Grand Cayman 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Grand Cayman in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Grand Cayman. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. The warm climate attracts visitors to Grand Cayman throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Vilnius. Vilnius is much colder than Grand Cayman in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Grand Cayman fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
Vilnius usually gets less rain in January than Grand Cayman. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Grand Cayman 24°C (76°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Grand Cayman in the Spring?
Both Grand Cayman and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the spring for the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Grand Cayman because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the spring, Vilnius is much colder than Grand Cayman. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Grand Cayman averages at about 26°C (79°F).
In April, Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of rain as Grand Cayman. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Grand Cayman receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Grand Cayman 26°C (79°F)
Typical Weather for Grand Cayman and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 131 mm (5.1 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 183 mm (7.2 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 179 mm (7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 172 mm (6.8 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 212 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 141 mm (5.6 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 25°C (78°F) | 57 mm (2.3 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.