A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Vladivostok vs. Plzen for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Vladivostok or Plzen?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Vladivostok and Plzen can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Vladivostok or Plzen?

Vladivostok

Vladivostok is a port city on Russia's Pacific coastline and the eastern terminus of the Trans-Siberian Railway. Many people visit the city as the beginning or end of their journey on the railway, but there are some attractions to the city itself worth visiting.

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 Sightseeing Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Cultural Tours in Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Plzen or Vladivostok?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Vladivostok is $54, 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 Vladivostok and Plzen in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Vladivostok $27
    Plzen $61
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Vladivostok $54
    Plzen $122
Compare Hotels in Vladivostok and Plzen

Looking for a hotel in Vladivostok 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.

Hotels in Vladivostok


Hotels in Plzen


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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: Plzen Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Vladivostok $10
    Plzen $8.27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plzen

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Plzen:

  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague: $87
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $116
  • Private Transfer from Pilsen(Plzen) to Prague: $271

Is it cheaper to fly into Vladivostok or Plzen?

Prices for flights to both Plzen and Vladivostok 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Vladivostok $17
    Plzen $31

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Vladivostok $15
    Plzen $21

Tours and Activities in Plzen

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Plzen are as follows:

  • Pilsen: Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.56
  • Pilsen Historic Underground Tour with a Glass of Beer: $8.74
  • Pilsen: Old Town Gastronomy Tour: $32
  • Pilsen Private Walking Tour: $201
  • Experience Best Prague Tandem Skydiving : $250
  • Private Tour to Pilsner Urquell from Prague: $272

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Vladivostok $11
    Plzen $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 Vladivostok and Plzen, we can see that Plzen is more expensive. And not only is Vladivostok much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vladivostok would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vladivostok 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 Plzen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Plzen than you might in Vladivostok.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Vladivostok Expensive? and Is Plzen Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Vladivostok or Plzen?

Vladivostok has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Plzen. When comparing the sizes of Vladivostok 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 Vladivostok or Plzen?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Vladivostok or Plzen in the Summer?

Both Plzen and Vladivostok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.

Vladivostok is around the same temperature as Plzen in the summer. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Plzen fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).

It's quite sunny in Plzen. Vladivostok usually receives less sunshine than Plzen during summer. Vladivostok gets 122 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 212 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Vladivostok. In July, Vladivostok usually receives more rain than Plzen. Vladivostok gets 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Vladivostok 19°C (67°F) 
    Plzen 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Plzen in the Autumn?

Both Plzen and Vladivostok during the autumn are popular places to visit.

In the autumn, Vladivostok is around the same temperature as Plzen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vladivostok in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Plzen averages at about 11°C (51°F).

It's quite sunny in Vladivostok. In the autumn, Vladivostok often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Vladivostok gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 120 hours of full sun.

Vladivostok usually gets more rain in October than Plzen. Vladivostok gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Vladivostok 10°C (50°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Plzen in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vladivostok and Plzen.

The weather in Plzen can be very cold. Vladivostok can be very cold during winter. In January, Vladivostok is generally much colder than Plzen. Daily temperatures in Vladivostok average around -11°C (11°F), and Plzen fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).

Vladivostok usually receives more sunshine than Plzen during winter. Vladivostok gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Plzen receives 45 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Vladivostok usually receives less rain than Plzen. Vladivostok gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Vladivostok -11°C (11°F) 
    Plzen -1°C (31°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Plzen in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Vladivostok as well as Plzen.

Vladivostok is much colder than Plzen in the spring. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around 6°C (44°F) in April, and Plzen fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).

In the spring, Vladivostok often gets more sunshine than Plzen. Vladivostok gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Plzen receives 164 hours of full sun.

Vladivostok usually gets more rain in April than Plzen. Vladivostok gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Plzen receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Vladivostok 6°C (44°F) 
    Plzen 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Plzen and Vladivostok

Vladivostok Plzen
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -11°C (11°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) -1°C (31°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb -9°C (17°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 2°C (35°F) 20 mm (0.8 in)
Mar -1°C (31°F) 24 mm (0.9 in) 6°C (42°F) 27 mm (1.1 in)
Apr 6°C (44°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 11°C (51°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
May 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 15°C (59°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 111 mm (4.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 19°C (67°F) 136 mm (5.4 in) 20°C (67°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Aug 21°C (71°F) 156 mm (6.1 in) 19°C (67°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Sep 17°C (63°F) 132 mm (5.2 in) 16°C (61°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Oct 10°C (50°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 11°C (51°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 1°C (33°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 5°C (41°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Dec -8°C (18°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 1°C (34°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)