Which place is cheaper, Innsbruck or Akureyri?
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 Akureyri or Innsbruck?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Akureyri or Innsbruck, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Akureyri or Innsbruck?
Akureyri
Akureyri is the largest town in the northern region of Iceland, and is often considered the unofficial capital of the north. The town is a popular fishing port and is often used as a basecamp for visiting the more rural surrounding area. Akureyri is known for their great art scene, beautiful architecture, and stunning natural scenery.
Innsbruck
Innsbruck is conveniently located near Munich, Germany and northern Italy, making it a centrally located base for seeing the Alps. Innsbruck is also a haven for winter sports and has twice hosted the Winter Olympics. The scenery is stunning and the skiing is world class. It is known as the largest ski resort in the Alps. Innsbruck was also a big contributor to the rise in snowboarding popularity during the 1990's. Snowboarding is still a huge past time in the area, and there is a very vibrant subculture of snowboarders that remains in the area. During the winter months, there are a stream of almost constant events that cater to skiers and winter sports fans, as well as adrenaline junkies. Innsbruck is also home to two different universities and a few smaller colleges, giving the city a youthful vibe with a very vibrant and enthusiastic nightlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Iceland, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Iceland, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vienna, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Salzburg.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAkureyri $191Innsbruck $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Akureyri is $191, while the average daily cost in Innsbruck is $185. 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 Akureyri and Innsbruck in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAkureyri $103Innsbruck $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAkureyri $206Innsbruck $178
Compare Hotels in Akureyri and Innsbruck
Looking for a hotel in Akureyri or Innsbruck? 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: Akureyri Hotel Prices and Innsbruck Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Akureyri $23Innsbruck $18
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Akureyri
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Akureyri:
- Akureyri Airport (AEY): Transfer to/from Akureyri City: $29
- From Godafoss Waterfall Guided Trip with Transfers: $126
- Whale Watching Tour with Transfer from Port: $141
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Innsbruck
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Innsbruck:
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Alpbach - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Kitzbühel/SkiWelt - Arrival Transfer: $167
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Längenfeld - Arrival Private Transfer: $72
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Längenfeld-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $101
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Mayrhofen - Arrival Private Transfer: $126
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to Soelden - Arrival Private Transfer: $167
- Innsbruck Airport (INN) to St.Anton am Arlberg - Arrival Transfer: $168
- Innsbruck Airport INN to Alpbach - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $251
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Innsbruck - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $131
- Innsbruck Airport(INN) to Saalbach-Hinterglemm - Arrival Transfer: $292
- Innsbruck Private Transfer from Innsbruck Airport to City centre: $68
- Innsbruck Swarovski Crystal Worlds Ticket and Transfer: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Akureyri or Innsbruck?
Prices for flights to both Innsbruck and Akureyri 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 dayAkureyri $71Innsbruck $81
Typical Food Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of dining costs in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Soup for Lunch$4.40
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Pasta Lunch$9.62
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Innsbruck
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Innsbruck.
- Walking Traditional Food Tour: $163
- A Walking Food Tour with Full Meal by Do Eat Better: $166
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Akureyri $18Innsbruck $23
Tours and Activities in Akureyri
Here are a few actual costs in Akureyri for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Icelandic Aviation Museum Admission Ticket: $15
- War and Peace Museum - Tour: $24
- Godafoss Waterfall Short Day Tour from Akureyri: $65
- Snowshoeing Experience and Storytelling in Héðinsfjörður: $78
- Forest Lagoon Admission Ticket with Towel and One Drink included: $78
- Guided Sit on Top Kayak Tour: $79
- Akureyri Port: Godafoss Waterfall Classic Tour & Viewpoint: $82
- Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall: $82
- Zipline Tour: $95
- Zipline Adventure Through Glerárgil River Canyon in Akureyri Town: $95
- Húsavík Whale Watching Tour, family owned and operated : $98
- Whale Watching and Sea Angling Tour : $100
Typical Entertainment Prices in Innsbruck
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Innsbruck are as follows:
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Schloss Ambras Entrance$9.39
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Botanical Garden Entrance Fee$2.35
Tours and Activities in Innsbruck
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Innsbruck are as follows:
- Innsbruck Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.77
- Innsbruck Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
- Innsbruck Self-Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Innsbruck Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.57
- The Golden Roof and Imperial A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
- Innsbruck English Audio Tour with Quizzes on your Phone: $10
- Bergisel Ski Jump Arena Entrance Ticket in Innsbruck: $12
- Bergisel Olympia Ski Jump Arena Ticket: $13
- Swarovski Exclusive Guided Tour with Drink & Gift: $14
- Skip the Line: Ambras Castle in Innsbruck Entrance Ticket: $14
- Hungerburg: Roundtrip Funicular Tickets from Innsbruck: $15
- Alpenzoo Entrance Ticket: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAkureyri $15Innsbruck $23
When comparing the travel costs between Akureyri and Innsbruck, we can see that Akureyri 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. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Akureyri Expensive? and Is Innsbruck Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Akureyri or Innsbruck?
Innsbruck has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Akureyri. When comparing the sizes of Akureyri and Innsbruck, 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.
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.