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

Should you visit Vladivostok or Prague?

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

Where Should I go: Vladivostok or Prague?

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.

Prague

Prague is the capital city of the Czech Republic. It is also the largest city in the country and one of the largest cities in Central Europe. Prague has long enticed travelers for its beautiful architecture, impressive bridges, detailed cathedrals, and fascinating history. Prague is unique in that is remained almost completely undamaged during World War II. The medieval city center still feels like you've stepped back in time. Despite this historic atmosphere, there is still a lot of vibrant energy and you'll find many different live music venues, art galleries, modern restaurants, and unique festivals throughout the year.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Czech Republic, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Prague 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 Prague is $109. 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 Prague in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Vladivostok $27
    Prague $67
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Vladivostok $54
    Prague $134
Compare Hotels in Vladivostok and Prague

Looking for a hotel in Vladivostok or Prague? 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 Prague


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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: Prague Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Vladivostok $10
    Prague $8.08

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Prague

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Prague:

  • Bus Transfer Between Prague Airport and the City: $4.97
  • River Cruise with Transfer to Pier: $16
  • Private Transfer from Prague Hotels to Prague Airport: $22
  • Private Transfer from Prague Airport: $24
  • Shared Departure Transfer: Prague Hotel to Prague Airport: $25
  • One Way Shuttle Airport & Hotel Transfer in Prague: $26
  • Express Train Transfer Ticket to and from Krakow: $26
  • Prague Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $36
  • Prague Airport: Private transfer to city centre: $38
  • Private transfer to the airport (PRG): $38
  • Kutná Hora and Bone Church with Round-Trip Transfer: $38
  • Private Transfer to/from Václav Havel Airport: $40

Is it cheaper to fly into Vladivostok or Prague?

Prices for flights to both Prague 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
    Prague $26

Typical Food Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of dining costs in Prague are as follows:


  • Fruit
    $4.20
  • Lunch for One
    $13
  • Bananas
    $0.59
  • Cookies
    $0.33

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Prague

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Prague.

  • Anti Tour Prague - Self Guided Beer and Food Tour: $21
  • Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
  • Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $40
  • Prague by Night: 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $47
  • Sightseeing Boat Cruise with Buffet Dinner: $52
  • Vltava River Evening Dinner Cruise: $53
  • Folkloric Dinner Show with Unlimited Drinks: $57
  • 2-Hour Dinner Cruise with Transfers: $57
  • River Cruise with Dinner and Live Music: $58
  • Folklore dinner: $58
  • Medieval Dinner with Unlimited Drinks: $59
  • Prague 5 Courses Medieval Dinner and Live Performances: $60

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Vladivostok $15
    Prague $16

Typical Entertainment Prices in Prague

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Prague are as follows:


  • Opera Tickets
    $4.20
  • Two Tickets for Charles Bridge Tower
    $5.88
  • Image Theatre for Two
    $40

Tours and Activities in Prague

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

  • Bachelorette / Bachelor Party - City sightseeing Trike Tour: $2.76
  • Royal Prague City sightseeing Electric Trike Tour: $2.98
  • Prague Historical & Viewpoints Retro E-Bike Group Tour: $3.02
  • Sunset View & Adventurous Retro E-Bike Tour: $3.02
  • Adventurous Sightseeing & Historical Live Guided Trike Tour: $3.06
  • Bachelorette/Bachelor Party - City sightseeing E-Bike Tour: $3.06
  • Prague City sightseeing in Night Trike Tour: $3.10
  • Royal Prague City sightseeing Retro E-Bike Live Guided Tour: $3.10
  • Gorgeous Prague Night Retro E-Bike Tour ( Live Guided ): $3.15
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
  • Prague Essential Tour Old Town and Jewish Quarter: $3.26
  • Tour of the Castle and Malá Strana based on Tips: $3.26

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Vladivostok $11
    Prague $11

Typical Alcohol Prices in Prague

Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Prague from other travelers:


  • A Bottle of Wine
    $6.68

Sample the Local Flavors in Prague

Also in Prague, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Staropramem Brewery Self-Guided Tour with Tasting: $13
  • Clock Tower Bar Crawl with Drinks and Shots: $23
  • Clock Tower Bar Crawl in Prague: $26
  • 1 Hour Exclusive Moravian Wine Tasting in an Art Gallery : $28
  • Pub Crawl in Prague: $32
  • Pub Crawl and International Party: $34
  • Pub Crawl with Open Bar and VIP Entry: $34
  • Pub Crawl with 2-Hour Open Bar at Drunken Monkey: $35
  • Drunken Monkey Pub Crawl: $36
  • Golden Burlesque Show & Live Music w/ Lady & The Devil: $36
  • Golden BURLESQUE: $42
  • Prague beer tour with brewery visit and tasting: $46


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


Which is Bigger, Vladivostok or Prague?

Prague has a larger population, and is about 99% larger than the population of Vladivostok. When comparing the sizes of Vladivostok and Prague, 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 Prague?

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 Prague in the Summer?

Both Prague and Vladivostok are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Prague for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Vladivostok is around the same temperature as Prague. Typically, the summer temperatures in Vladivostok in July average around 19°C (67°F), and Prague averages at about 19°C (66°F).

It's quite sunny in Prague. Vladivostok usually receives less sunshine than Prague during summer. Vladivostok gets 122 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 216 hours of full sun in the summer.

It's quite rainy in Vladivostok. In July, Vladivostok usually receives more rain than Prague. Vladivostok gets 136 mm (5.4 in) of rain, while Prague receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Vladivostok 19°C (67°F) 
    Prague 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Prague in the Autumn?

Both Prague and Vladivostok during the autumn are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Prague because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Vladivostok is generally cooler than Prague. Daily temperatures in Vladivostok average around 10°C (50°F), and Prague fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

It's quite sunny in Vladivostok. In the autumn, Vladivostok often gets more sunshine than Prague. Vladivostok gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 124 hours of full sun.

Vladivostok usually gets more rain in October than Prague. Vladivostok gets 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Vladivostok 10°C (50°F) 
    Prague 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Prague in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Vladivostok and Prague. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Prague this time of year.

It's quite cold in Prague in the winter. The weather in Vladivostok can be very cold. Vladivostok is much colder than Prague in the winter. The daily temperature in Vladivostok averages around -11°C (11°F) in January, and Prague fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).

Vladivostok usually receives more sunshine than Prague during winter. Vladivostok gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Prague receives 49 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Vladivostok usually receives less rain than Prague. Vladivostok gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Prague receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Vladivostok -11°C (11°F) 
    Prague 1°C (33°F)

Should I visit Vladivostok or Prague in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Vladivostok as well as Prague. Additionally, many travelers come to Prague for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Vladivostok is cooler than Prague. Typically, the spring temperatures in Vladivostok in April average around 6°C (44°F), and Prague averages at about 10°C (49°F).

In the spring, Vladivostok often gets more sunshine than Prague. Vladivostok gets 192 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Prague receives 145 hours of full sun.

Vladivostok usually gets more rain in April than Prague. Vladivostok gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Prague receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Vladivostok 6°C (44°F) 
    Prague 10°C (49°F)

Typical Weather for Prague and Vladivostok

Vladivostok Prague
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -11°C (11°F) 12 mm (0.5 in) 1°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Feb -9°C (17°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 2°C (35°F) 36 mm (1.4 in)
Mar -1°C (31°F) 24 mm (0.9 in) 6°C (42°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Apr 6°C (44°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 10°C (49°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 12°C (53°F) 68 mm (2.7 in) 14°C (57°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Jun 15°C (59°F) 111 mm (4.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 76 mm (3 in)
Jul 19°C (67°F) 136 mm (5.4 in) 19°C (66°F) 70 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 21°C (71°F) 156 mm (6.1 in) 19°C (66°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Sep 17°C (63°F) 132 mm (5.2 in) 16°C (60°F) 52 mm (2.1 in)
Oct 10°C (50°F) 55 mm (2.2 in) 11°C (52°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 1°C (33°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 6°C (43°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Dec -8°C (18°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 2°C (36°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)