A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Bavaria vs. Flanders for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Bavaria or Flanders?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Bavaria or Flanders, 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: Bavaria or Flanders?

Bavaria

When someone says "Germany" you probably picture Lederhosen, sausages and beer. What you're actually picturing with that scene is the southern state of Bavaria. This region is like a scene from Hansel and Gretel – with stunning scenery and castles everywhere you look.

The largest federal state in Germany is home to approximately 12 and a half million people – all proud to be Bavarian. You'll find that many of the features of the Bavarian culture differ greatly from those in the rest of Germany. They know their roots and love their traditions, and they're always ready to share them with visitors.

With history, food, wine and plenty of kid-friendly activities, this is one area of the world where there really is something for everyone.

Flanders

The Northern region of Belgium, commonly known as Flanders, is a popular destination for travelers. It includes well-known cities like Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent and Bruges. It is the Dutch-speaking region of Belgium and has many sights and historical attractions to see.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, The Best Walking Tours in Germany, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Belgium.


Which place is cheaper, Flanders or Bavaria?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Bavaria is €245,875, while the average daily cost in Flanders is €153. 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 Bavaria and Flanders in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Bavaria 132,547
    Flanders 69
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Bavaria
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    264
    Flanders 138
Compare Hotels in Bavaria and Flanders

Looking for a hotel in Bavaria or Flanders? 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 Bavaria


Hotels in Flanders


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Bavaria 18,325
    Flanders 22

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bavaria

Also for Bavaria, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Shared Arrival Transfer: Munich Airport to Munich Central Station: $16
  • Shared Departure Transfer: Munich Central Station to Munich Airport: $16
  • Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Van: $71
  • Arrival Transfer Munich Train Station to Munich by Luxury Car: $81
  • Private Transfer - Nuremberg from Harbor, Airport or Old Town: $95
  • Garmisch-Partenkirchen to Innsbruck Airport (INN) - Transfer: $108
  • Munich Airport (MUC) to Munich - Arrival Private Transfer: $111
  • Munich Airport (MUC) Private Transfer to Munich City/Hotels: $112
  • Private Transfer from Munich Airport to Munich City by Luxury Van: $117
  • Private Transfer from Munich Airport to Munich City by Luxury Car: $132
  • Private Airport Transfer from Munich International Airport (MUC) to City Center Munich: $139
  • Private One-way Airport Transfer Munich To Munich Airport: $145

Is it cheaper to fly into Bavaria or Flanders?

Prices for flights to both Flanders and Bavaria 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
    Bavaria 89,227
    Flanders 65

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bavaria

For Bavaria, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Flavors of A Self Guided Food Tour in Munich: $20
  • Hard Rock Cafe Munich with Set Lunch or Dinner : $35
  • Christmas Markets Food Tour in Munich: $66
  • Regensburg Private Tour. Personalities, Art and Food Tour: $95
  • Munich Old Town Food Tour with 10+ Bavarian Specialties: $110
  • Nuremberg Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $130
  • Munich Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $130
  • Munich Christmas Market Food Tour with Tastings: $155
  • Lunch Like a Local: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $161
  • Munich : Oktoberfest Dinner Table reservation large beer tent: $238
  • Premium Private Tour: Munich's ORIGINAL Viktualienmarkt Food Tour: $299

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Bavaria 15,702
    Flanders 16

Tours and Activities in Bavaria

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Bavaria.

  • A Self-Guided Bavarian Tour of Munich's Hidden Wonders: $3.57
  • Self Guided Tours Munich With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
  • Walking tour Nuremberg: $3.57
  • Nuremberg Walking Tour: $3.57
  • Rothenburg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.51
  • Regensburg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self Guided Tour: $4.77
  • Würzburg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.78
  • Nuremberg Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $4.99
  • The Story of Jakob Fugger: A Self-Guided Audio Tour through Medieval Augsburg: $5.00
  • Ingolstadt Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
  • Würzburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40
  • Augsburg Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $6.40

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Bavaria 6,000
    Flanders 18

Sample the Local Flavors in Bavaria

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

  • Augsburg Pub Crawl: $36
  • Guided tour and beer tasting in the middle of the Hadern brewery: $42
  • Pub Crawls Private Tour in Wuerzburg: $47
  • Beer and Brewery Tour in Munich: $56
  • Lindau Private guided tour with wine tasting: $59
  • Private city rally in Würzburg including wine tasting: $66
  • Romantic Road Day Trip from Würzburg to Rothenburg/Tauber incl. Wine tasting : $106
  • Garmisch Historical Pub Crawl: $284


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

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