A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Helsinki vs. Boquete for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Helsinki or Boquete?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Helsinki and Boquete can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Helsinki or Boquete?

Helsinki

Helsinki is the capital of Finland and dates back to 1550. Helsinki is an international metropolis with a diverse population, but also a small town vibe. The city itself has a population of just over 600,000 but the metropolitan area, including Espoo and Vantaa, has a population of more than 1.3 million. There are many outdoor bars and cafes that take advantage of the warmer summer months. During this time there are long days, and the population floods into the street after a long and cold winter, so visiting during the summer is a fun and lively experience.

Boquete

Boquete is a village located in the pacific west of Panama. This town very recently became an attractive destination for tourists and expatriates. Before the early 2000's, it was a quiet town hidden away in the mountains with very little tourism. After the development of Valle Escondido, which is a largely residential area, many North Americans flocked to this town and an expat community developed. Boquete is known for it's near perfect year round temperature of about seventy degrees Fahrenheit, beautiful untouched nature, and world renowned coffee.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Finland, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Finland, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Panama, and The Best Adventure Tours to Panama.


Which place is cheaper, Boquete or Helsinki?

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 Helsinki is €164, while the average daily cost in Boquete is €57. 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 Helsinki and Boquete in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Helsinki 73
    Boquete 19
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Helsinki 146
    Boquete 38
Compare Hotels in Helsinki and Boquete

Looking for a hotel in Helsinki or Boquete? 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 Helsinki


Hotels in Boquete


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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: Helsinki Hotel Prices and Boquete Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Helsinki 22
    Boquete 4.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Helsinki

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

  • Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki - Arrival Private Transfer: $70
  • Helsinki Hotels to West Harbour Cruise Terminal - Deparure Private Transfer: $70
  • Private Transfer from Helsinki Hotels to Helsinki Cruise Terminal: $70
  • Private Transfer from Helsinki Cruise Terminal to Helsinki hotels: $70
  • Private Transfer from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki Port : $70
  • Helsinki West Harbour Terminal to Helsinki hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $70
  • Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Helsinki - Arrival Private Transfer : $70
  • Minivan Departure Transfer Helsinki City to Helsinki Airport HEL: $79
  • Private VIP Transfer in Helsinki: $82
  • Private VIP Transfer from or to Helsinki Airport: $84
  • Helsinki Private Airport & City Transfer: $90
  • Private Transfer: Helsinki City to Cruise Port by Luxury Van: $102

Is it cheaper to fly into Helsinki or Boquete?

Prices for flights to both Boquete and Helsinki 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
    Helsinki 59
    Boquete 27

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Helsinki

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

  • FOOD Tour with Roof Top Bar in Helsinki: $119
  • Helsinki Food Tour: A Culinary Experience with a Local: $275

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Helsinki 27
    Boquete 15

Tours and Activities in Helsinki

For Helsinki, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Tip-based Tour of Helsinki - RED UMBRELLA - 2025: $3.61
  • Tove Jansson's Helsinki Self Guided Tour: $11
  • Helsinki Historical Highlights Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour : $11
  • Capital of Contrasts: A Self Guided Audio Tour in Helsinki: $15
  • A Finntastic Walking Tour in Helsinki: $24
  • Sightseeing Cruise in Archipelago of Helsinki: $32
  • Helsinki Canal Cruise: $33
  • Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour: $42
  • City Sightseeing Helsinki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $42
  • Helsinki Panorama Sightseeing Audio-Guided Bus Tour: $43
  • Adventure Day: $48
  • Explore Tallinn: Self-Guided Day Cruise from Helsinki: $49

Tours and Activities in Boquete

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

  • Boquete E-bike Panoramic Tour: $65
  • Ancestral Coffee Experience in Boquete: $45
  • Boquete Adventure - E-Bike Tour (2 hrs.) (2 Person Min.): $55
  • Boquete Panoramic Tour: $200
  • Boquete Rock climbing tour: $80
  • Cangilones Mini Canyons Tour: $38
  • Cloud Forest Wildlife Hike Tour: $36
  • Family Tour (Experiences in caldera): $85
  • Guided E-Bike Panoramic Tour: $75
  • Guided Hike and Coffee Farm Tour with Tasting: $99
  • Hands-On Coffee Experience with Tasting: $40
  • Coffee Tasting Experience-Los Molinos Hotel-Panama's Top Product: $25

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Helsinki 16
    Boquete 3.79


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Helsinki and Boquete, we can see that Helsinki is more expensive. And not only is Boquete much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Helsinki is in Europe and Boquete is in Central America, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Boquete would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Boquete 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 Helsinki would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Helsinki than you might in Boquete.

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


Which is Bigger, Helsinki or Boquete?

Helsinki has a larger population, and is about 90 times larger than the population of Boquete. When comparing the sizes of Helsinki and Boquete, 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.