A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Volos vs. Kosice for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Volos or Kosice?

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 Volos and Kosice can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Volos or Kosice?

Volos

The coastal port city of Volos on the mainland of Greece sits on a very unique and important location in the agricultural region of Thessaly. Situated between Athens and Thessaloniki, Volos provides a commercial outlet to the sea, allowing a bridge between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. It is the most recent of Greece's port cities, and is highly populated with many modern buildings.

Kosice

Founded in the 13th century, Kosice today is the second largest city in Slovakia featuring churches, cathedrals, and fortifications which speak to its roots as a center of activity during the Middle Ages. Some of its top attractions include the city's historical center, Singing Fountain, and Cathedral of Saint Elizabeth.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Athens, The Best 10-Day Tours from Athens, Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Slovakia, and The Best Adventure Tours to Slovakia.

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Volos and Kosice, we can see that Kosice is more expensive. And not only is Volos much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Volos would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Volos 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 Kosice would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kosice than you might in Volos.

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

Which is Bigger, Volos or Kosice?

Volos has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Kosice. When comparing the sizes of Volos and Kosice, 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 Volos or Kosice?

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 Volos or Kosice in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Volos and Kosice. The summer months attract visitors to Volos because of the beaches, snorkeling, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Volos is generally a little warmer than Kosice. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 26°C (78°F), and Kosice fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kosice this time of the year. In Volos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Volos usually receives more sunshine than Kosice during summer. Volos gets 330 hours of sunny skies, while Kosice receives 275 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Volos usually receives less rain than Kosice. Volos gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 84 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Should I visit Volos or Kosice in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Volos as well as Kosice. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Volos this time of year.

Volos is a little warmer than Kosice in the autumn. The daily temperature in Volos averages around 17°C (62°F) in October, and Kosice fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In the autumn, Volos often gets more sunshine than Kosice. Volos gets 165 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kosice receives 150 hours of full sun.

Volos usually gets more rain in October than Kosice. Volos gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Should I visit Volos or Kosice in the Winter?

Both Kosice and Volos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many travelers come to Volos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Kosice can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Volos is much warmer than Kosice. Typically, the winter temperatures in Volos in January average around 6°C (42°F), and Kosice averages at about -2°C (28°F).

Volos usually receives more sunshine than Kosice during winter. Volos gets 112 hours of sunny skies, while Kosice receives 59 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Volos usually receives more rain than Kosice. Volos gets 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 28 mm (1.1 in) of rain each month for the winter.

Should I visit Volos or Kosice in the Spring?

Both Kosice and Volos during the spring are popular places to visit. Many visitors come to Volos in the spring for the beaches and the activities around the city.

In April, Volos is generally a little warmer than Kosice. Daily temperatures in Volos average around 14°C (56°F), and Kosice fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

It's quite sunny in Volos. In the spring, Volos often gets more sunshine than Kosice. Volos gets 209 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kosice receives 191 hours of full sun.

Volos usually gets less rain in April than Kosice. Volos gets 29 mm (1.1 in) of rain, while Kosice receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.

Typical Weather for Kosice and Volos