Which place is cheaper, Kemi or Vilnius?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Vilnius or Kemi?
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 Kemi. 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 Kemi?
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.
Kemi
Kemi is a town on Bothnian Bay in Lapland, Finland. It's known for the massive Sampo icebreaker, a giant ship built to ply the Arctic waters. The main economic activity in Kemi is centered on two large paper and wood pulp mills and on the only chromium mine in Europe. Kemi also has a claim to fame as the home of the world's largest snow castle (reconstructed every year with a different design). The SnowCastle is usually located at the inner harbor of Kemi.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Finland, and The Best Adventure Tours to Finland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €94Kemi €134
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €94, while the average daily cost in Kemi is €134. 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 Kemi in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €42Kemi €74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €84Kemi €148
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Kemi
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Kemi? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €8.30Kemi €39
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $213
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $213
- Airport Bus Transfer to/from Central Bus Station: $3.20
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $53
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Warsaw: $35
- Vilnius Airport: Bus Transfer to/from Riga: $23
- Vilnius Airport Transfer: $51
- Vilnius Airport (VNO): Bus Transfer to/from Gdansk: $51
- Transfer from Kaunas Airport to Vilnius: $213
- Riga: Bus Transfer to/from Vilnius: $20
- Riga / Tallinn / Vilnius. Transfer Between Baltic States: $638
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $27
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Kemi?
Prices for flights to both Kemi 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 €40Kemi €34
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.
- Dinner in local family: $74
- Flavors of Vilnius - Private Walking Food Tour: $190
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.72Kemi €29
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: $169
- (Post) Soviet Vilnius Private Walking Tour: $107
- 1-Day Pilgrim Tour from Vilnius: $384
- Admission Ticket at Vilnius Auto Museum: $22
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Automuseum Entry Ticket: $21
- Bike Tour of Vilnius Highlights "Iconic Landmarks & Hidden Gems": $31
- Day tour out of Paneriai holocaust park,Trakai castle, medieval Kernave: $206
- Discover Vilnius Tour: $266
- Dzukija National Park and Grutas Park: Full-Day Tour: $213
- Explore Old Town and Uzupis Guided Walking Tour: $76
- From Trakai Castle and Paneriai Memorial Tour: $80
Tours and Activities in Kemi
For Kemi, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- SnowExperience365 Kemi entrance: $19
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.38Kemi €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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vilnius and Kemi, we can see that Kemi is more expensive. And not only is Vilnius much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Kemi would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kemi 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 Kemi Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Kemi?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Kemi. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Kemi, 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 Kemi?
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 Vilnius or Kemi in the Summer?
Both Kemi and Vilnius during the summer are popular places to visit. The summer months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the family-friendly experiences.
Vilnius is a little warmer than Kemi in the summer. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 18°C (65°F) in July, and Kemi fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
In Kemi, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Vilnius. In the summer, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Kemi. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kemi receives 304 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets more rain in July than Kemi. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Kemi 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Kemi in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Kemi. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kemi. In the autumn, Vilnius is much warmer than Kemi. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vilnius in October average around 8°C (46°F), and Kemi averages at about 2°C (36°F).
Vilnius usually receives more sunshine than Kemi during autumn. Vilnius gets 94 hours of sunny skies, while Kemi receives 82 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Kemi. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Kemi 2°C (36°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Kemi in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Kemi. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Kemi can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Vilnius. In January, Vilnius is generally much warmer than Kemi. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around -5°C (23°F), and Kemi fluctuates around -12°C (10°F).
In the winter, Vilnius often gets more sunshine than Kemi. Vilnius gets 36 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kemi receives 19 hours of full sun.
Vilnius usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Kemi. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Kemi -12°C (10°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Kemi in the Spring?
Both Kemi 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.
Kemi can be very cold during spring. Vilnius is much warmer than Kemi in the spring. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around 7°C (45°F) in April, and Kemi fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
Vilnius usually receives less sunshine than Kemi during spring. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies, while Kemi receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Vilnius usually receives more rain than Kemi. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Kemi receives 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Kemi -1°C (31°F)
Typical Weather for Kemi and Vilnius
| Vilnius | Kemi | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | -12°C (10°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | -12°C (11°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | -7°C (19°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | -4°C (24°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | -10°C (15°F) | 42 mm (1.7 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.