Which place is cheaper, Penang or Vilnius?
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 Vilnius or Penang?
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 Penang. 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 Penang?
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.
Penang
Just off the northwestern coast of Malaysia is the charming and diverse island state of Penang. As the link between the ancient kingdoms of Asia and Europe's colonial empire, this area is enriched with Malay, Chinese, Indian and European influences. This exciting culture is centered in George Town, the main city of the state.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania, The Best Tours for Seniors to Malaysia, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Malaysia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayVilnius €117Penang €132
The average daily cost (per person) in Vilnius is €117, while the average daily cost in Penang is €132. 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 Penang in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personVilnius €41Penang €50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomVilnius €82Penang €100
Compare Hotels in Vilnius and Penang
Looking for a hotel in Vilnius or Penang? 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 Penang Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Vilnius €7.26Penang €13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport€0.80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- From Private Transfer to Riga with Sightseeing: $448
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $749
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius Trakai with Transfer and Shampagne: $206
- Premium Hot Air Balloon Flight Over Trakai (transfer included): $212
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $40
- Private Vilnius Airport Departure Transfer: $40
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $40
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $69
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $288
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $230
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Penang
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Penang:
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Local Bus€1.31
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Island Ferry€0.52
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Bus From Airport to George Town€0.59
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Taxi From Airport to George Town€10
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Motorbike Rental (One Day)€6.54
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Bicycle Rental (One Day)€2.18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Penang
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Penang:
- Penang Airport Transfer: $15
- Private Transfer from Penang International Airport to Your Hotel: $18
- Penang Island to Penang Airport(PEN) - Departure Private transfer: $18
- Private Transfer from Swettenham Cruise Terminal to Penang Island: $21
- Private Transfer from Penang Island to Swettenham Cruise Terminal: $21
- Private Transfer - Swettenham Cruise Port to Penang Airport (PEN): $21
- Penang Airport Arrival Transfer: $21
- Penang Airport (PEN) to Swettenham Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $22
- Penang Hotel to Airport Departure Transfer: $23
- Penang Airport Transfer - Arrival or Departure: $37
- Penang Airport(PEN) to Penang Island -Round-Trip Private Transfer: $37
- Private Economy Penang Airport Transfer-Arrival: $48
Is it cheaper to fly into Vilnius or Penang?
Prices for flights to both Penang 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 €63Penang €59
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.
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $113
- Traditional Lithuanian Cooking Class with Locals: $114
- Folk Show and Lithuanian Traditional Dinner: $980
Typical Food Prices in Penang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Penang:
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Snack€1.75
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Dinner at The Suffolk House (for 2)€75
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Lunch at Sakae Sushi (for 2)€63
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Lassy Juice€1.53
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Dinner for 2€3.27
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Street Stall Food€0.61
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Casual Lunch (for Two)€4.14
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Italian Lunch (for Two)€10
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Penang
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Penang.
- Penang Plates Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $49
- Good Morning Penang Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $49
- Private Half-Day Hawker Trails Food Tour in George Town: $51
- Penang Food Tour : A Feast That Taste Like History : 17+ Tasting: $54
- Local Street Food Tour in Georgetown Penang: $62
- 3-Hour Heritage on a Plate Dinner Hop in George Town Penang: $65
- Eat Like A Local: Penang Street Food Tour: $65
- Penang Forest Island Catamaran Cruise with Dinner and Activities: $80
- Authentic Local Food Tour with Scenic Walk: $89
- Authentic Indian Penang Cooking Class: $92
- Penang Cooking Class:Dive into Malaysian Cuisine with PenangChiak: $94
- Private Half Day Penang Tasty Local Street Food Tour: $99
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Vilnius €9.57Penang €51
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:
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.29
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- History Loop with Audio and Quiz at Vilnius Self-Guided Tour: $8.01
- Iron Wolf to Gate of Dawn Self Guided Tour of Vilnius: $8.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $10
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $10
- Vilnius Walking Tour Pagans and Pioneers: $11
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $11
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Presidential Palace Guided Tour in Vilnius: $13
Typical Entertainment Prices in Penang
Here are a few typical costs in Penang for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Butterfly Gardens€6.76
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Trishaw Tour (One Hour)€6.54
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Fort Cornwallis Entrance€0.44
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Leong San Tong Khoo Kongsi Entrance€2.18
Tours and Activities in Penang
Here are a few actual costs in Penang for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- George Town Penang App Guided Street Art Tour: $5.00
- Podcast Tour George Town Unveiling the Peranakan Tapestry: $5.48
- Self Guided Podcast Tour George Town Tapestry of Faith: $5.49
- Guided Tour of Cheong Fatt Tze's Blue Mansion in George Town: $6.35
- Tech Dome Entrance Ticket: $6.92
- Straits and Oriental Museum Ticket: $7.53
- Tropical Spice Garden Entrance Ticket & Guided Tours: $8.15
- The Vanilla Village Farm Tour by Kairos: $9.39
- Penang Hill Funicular Ticket - Non-Malaysian: $11
- Entopia by Night Entrance Ticket: $12
- Malaysia: Penang Habitat Entry Ticket: $15
- Malaysia: Discover Nature's Wonders with Entopia Entry Ticket: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayVilnius €6.08Penang €16
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:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $61
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $91
- Wine Tasting Experience with Sommelier: $444
Typical Alcohol Prices in Penang
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Penang:
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Beer€1.75
When comparing the travel costs between Vilnius and Penang, we can see that Penang is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Vilnius is in Europe and Penang is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vilnius Expensive? and Is Penang Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Vilnius or Penang?
Vilnius has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Penang. When comparing the sizes of Vilnius and Penang, 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 Penang?
Vilnius has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Penang experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Vilnius or Penang in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Vilnius and Penang. The summer months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the family-friendly experiences. Penang attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the summer, Vilnius is cooler than Penang. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vilnius in July average around 18°C (65°F), and Penang averages at about 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Penang this time of the year. In Vilnius, it's very sunny this time of the year. Vilnius usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Penang during summer. Vilnius gets 219 hours of sunny skies, while Penang receives 211 hours of full sun in the summer.
Penang receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Penang. Vilnius gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Penang receives 210 mm (8.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyVilnius 18°C (65°F)Penang 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Penang in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Vilnius as well as Penang. The shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Penang throughout the year.
In October, Vilnius is generally much colder than Penang. Daily temperatures in Vilnius average around 8°C (46°F), and Penang fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite rainy in Penang. Vilnius usually gets less rain in October than Penang. Vilnius gets 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain, while Penang receives 340 mm (13.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberVilnius 8°C (46°F)Penang 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Penang in the Winter?
Both Penang and Vilnius are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Vilnius for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Plenty of visitors come to Penang because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Vilnius. Vilnius is much colder than Penang in the winter. The daily temperature in Vilnius averages around -5°C (23°F) in January, and Penang fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
In January, Vilnius usually receives less rain than Penang. Vilnius gets 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Penang receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryVilnius -5°C (23°F)Penang 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Vilnius or Penang in the Spring?
Both Penang and Vilnius during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Vilnius in the spring for the natural beauty. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Penang year-round.
In the spring, Vilnius is much colder than Penang. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vilnius in April average around 7°C (45°F), and Penang averages at about 28°C (82°F).
In Penang, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Vilnius often gets less sunshine than Penang. Vilnius gets 164 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Penang receives 218 hours of full sun.
Penang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vilnius usually gets less rain in April than Penang. Vilnius gets 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Penang receives 240 mm (9.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilVilnius 7°C (45°F)Penang 28°C (82°F)
Typical Weather for Penang and Vilnius
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 240 mm (9.4 in) |
| Jun | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 330 mm (13 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 340 mm (13.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 230 mm (9.1 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 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.