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

Should you visit Vladivostok or Podgorica?

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 Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Vladivostok or Podgorica?

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.

Podgorica

Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.


Which place is cheaper, Podgorica 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 Podgorica is $112. 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 Podgorica in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Vladivostok $27
    Podgorica $49
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Vladivostok $54
    Podgorica $98
Compare Hotels in Vladivostok and Podgorica

Looking for a hotel in Vladivostok or Podgorica? 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 Podgorica


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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: Podgorica Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Vladivostok $10
    Podgorica $21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:

  • Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
  • Private Transfer to Budva: $39
  • Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
  • Private transfer to Tivat: $53
  • Private transfer to Kotor: $53
  • From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
  • Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Petrovac : $58
  • Private Airport Transfer from Podgorica airport to Budva: $68
  • Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
  • Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Budva: $75
  • Private transfers from Podgorica Airport and city to Bar: $75
  • Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva: $87

Is it cheaper to fly into Vladivostok or Podgorica?

Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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
    Podgorica $43

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Vladivostok $15
    Podgorica $22

Tours and Activities in Podgorica

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

  • Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.17
  • Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
  • Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
  • Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
  • Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
  • Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
  • Lake Skadar: Early-morning Birdwatching and Photography Tour: $27
  • From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
  • Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
  • Book Your Donkey Farm Tour: $57
  • Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $65
  • Cultural Bike Tour of Podgorica;Discovering the Ancient Treasures: $71

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Vladivostok $11
    Podgorica $21

Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:

  • Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
  • Book Your Wine Tour: $77
  • Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $93
  • Podgorica Car Trip, Doclea city, Wine tasting, Niagara falls: $106
  • Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $120
  • Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $128
  • Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $196


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Vladivostok and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica 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 Podgorica would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Podgorica 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 Podgorica Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Vladivostok or Podgorica?

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

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 Podgorica in the Summer?

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

Vladivostok is cooler than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around 19°C (67°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).

It's quite sunny in Podgorica. Vladivostok usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Vladivostok gets 122 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Vladivostok. In July, Vladivostok usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Vladivostok gets 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Vladivostok 19°C (67°F) 
    Podgorica 26°C (80°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Podgorica in the Autumn?

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

In the autumn, Vladivostok is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Vladivostok in October average around 10°C (50°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).

In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Vladivostok. In the autumn, Vladivostok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Vladivostok gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.

Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Vladivostok usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Vladivostok gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Vladivostok 10°C (50°F) 
    Podgorica 17°C (63°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Podgorica in the Winter?

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

Vladivostok can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Vladivostok is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Vladivostok average around -11°C (11°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).

Vladivostok usually receives more sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Vladivostok gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.

Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Vladivostok usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Vladivostok gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Vladivostok -11°C (11°F) 
    Podgorica 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Podgorica in the Spring?

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

Vladivostok is much colder than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around 6°C (44°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).

In the spring, Vladivostok often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Podgorica. Vladivostok gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Vladivostok usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Vladivostok gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Vladivostok 6°C (44°F) 
    Podgorica 14°C (58°F)

Typical Weather for Podgorica and Vladivostok

Vladivostok Podgorica
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -11°C (11°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 6°C (42°F) 192 mm (7.6 in)
Feb -9°C (17°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 8°C (46°F) 167 mm (6.6 in)
Mar -1°C (31°F) 24 mm (0.9 in) 11°C (51°F) 159 mm (6.3 in)
Apr 6°C (44°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 14°C (58°F) 144 mm (5.7 in)
May 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 19°C (67°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 111 mm (4.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jul 19°C (67°F) 136 mm (5.4 in) 26°C (80°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Aug 21°C (71°F) 156 mm (6.1 in) 26°C (79°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Sep 17°C (63°F) 132 mm (5.2 in) 22°C (72°F) 121 mm (4.8 in)
Oct 10°C (50°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 17°C (63°F) 166 mm (6.5 in)
Nov 1°C (33°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 11°C (53°F) 239 mm (9.4 in)
Dec -8°C (18°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 7°C (45°F) 217 mm (8.5 in)