Which place is cheaper, Busan (Pusan) or Kaunas?
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 Kaunas or Busan (Pusan)?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Kaunas and Busan (Pusan). We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Kaunas or Busan (Pusan)?
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
Busan (Pusan)
An important port city in South Korea, Busan is known for its beaches, mountains, and temples. With a thriving harbor, the city's main revenue comes from international shipping, although the area is quite popular with tourists from all over the globe, too. The place is bustling with sailors from around the world as well as tourists who come to enjoy the culture of this modern and dynamic city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius, The Best Tours for Seniors to South Korea, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul.
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Kaunas Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKaunas €118Busan (Pusan) €89
The average daily cost (per person) in Kaunas is €118, while the average daily cost in Busan (Pusan) is €89. 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 Kaunas and Busan (Pusan) in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKaunas €44Busan (Pusan) €33
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKaunas €88Busan (Pusan) €66
Compare Hotels in Kaunas and Busan (Pusan)
Looking for a hotel in Kaunas or Busan (Pusan)? 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: Kaunas Hotel Prices and Busan (Pusan) Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kaunas €17Busan (Pusan) €17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $60
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Busan (Pusan):
- Private Transfer from Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Port: $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Port to Busan Gimhae Int Airport(PUS): $66
- Private Transfer from Busan Int Airport(PUS) to Busan Cruise Port: $66
- Private Transfer From Busan to Incheon or Seoul or GyeongJu city: $75
- Busan Airport to Busan Hotels Round-Trip Private Transfer: $124
- Busan Gimhae Airport (PUS) to Busan - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $136
Is it cheaper to fly into Kaunas or Busan (Pusan)?
Prices for flights to both Busan (Pusan) and Kaunas 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 dayKaunas €60Busan (Pusan) €38
Typical Food Prices in Busan (Pusan)
Some typical examples of dining costs in Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
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McDonald's€3.79
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Carp Bread€0.61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Busan (Pusan)
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Busan (Pusan).
- Busan history and market food tour with local chef: $52
- Busan Tailored Korean cooking class (Vegan OK)with market tour: $95
- Busan seafood tour : Cod Auction and Clam Auction in Winter: $99
- Korean cooking class in Haeundae, Busan : $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kaunas €19Busan (Pusan) €17
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $54
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $60
- 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $69
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $70
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $84
- Tours in Kaunas Old Town: $100
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $117
- Kaunas city center tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $119
- Kaunas, Lithuania 2-Hour Sightseeing Tour: $176
- Kaunas Old Town: 2-Hour Private Ghost Tour: $243
- Kaunas Private Tour: Love Stories: $243
- Old Town Private Ghost Tour: $477
Tours and Activities in Busan (Pusan)
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Busan (Pusan) are as follows:
- Busan CLUBD OASIS Spa and Water Park Ticket: $15
- Busan Small Group Tour : Sky Capsule, Village, Temple, Skywalk: $29
- Full-Day Tour Unmissable things to do in Busan: $38
- Busan 9 Highlights Tour: $40
- Eden Valley Ski and Snowboard Tour from Busan : $41
- Small Group Busan Night View Tour Opt Night sailing boat: $45
- Naejangsan Fall Foliage Tour from Busan with Seoul Drop-off: $47
- Jinhae Cherry Blossom Day trip from Busan - A Spring Adventure!: $47
- Authentic Busan Full-Day City Highlights Tour: $47
- Busan Full-Day City Tour with Gamcheon Village, Sea Temple & more: $49
- From Busan to Gyeongju UNESCO Legacy Tour with National Museum: $50
- Busan Food Market Tour Seafoods and Street Foods: $52
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKaunas €16Busan (Pusan) €9.86
Sample the Local Flavors in Busan (Pusan)
Also in Busan (Pusan), these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Busan Pub Crawl with Free Shots and VIP Access: $25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kaunas and Busan (Pusan), we can see that Kaunas is more expensive. And not only is Busan (Pusan) much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Kaunas is in Europe and Busan (Pusan) is in Asia, 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 Busan (Pusan) would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Busan (Pusan) 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas than you might in Busan (Pusan).
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kaunas Expensive? and Is Busan (Pusan) Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kaunas or Busan (Pusan)?
Busan (Pusan) has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Kaunas and Busan (Pusan), 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 Kaunas or Busan (Pusan)?
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 Kaunas or Busan (Pusan) in the Summer?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Kaunas are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Kaunas in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Kaunas is generally cooler than Busan (Pusan). Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 18°C (64°F), and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kaunas. Kaunas usually receives more sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during summer. Kaunas gets 256 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 166 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Busan (Pusan). In July, Kaunas usually receives less rain than Busan (Pusan). Kaunas gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 257 mm (10.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKaunas 18°C (64°F)Busan (Pusan) 25°C (77°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Busan (Pusan) in the Autumn?
Both Busan (Pusan) and Kaunas during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Kaunas for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene during these months.
Kaunas is much colder than Busan (Pusan) in the autumn. The daily temperature in Kaunas averages around 8°C (46°F) in October, and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In Busan (Pusan), it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Kaunas gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 202 hours of full sun.
Kaunas usually gets less rain in October than Busan (Pusan). Kaunas gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKaunas 8°C (46°F)Busan (Pusan) 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Busan (Pusan) in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Kaunas and Busan (Pusan). The winter months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.
It's quite cold in Busan (Pusan) in the winter. The weather in Kaunas can be very cold. In the winter, Kaunas is much colder than Busan (Pusan). Typically, the winter temperatures in Kaunas in January average around -5°C (23°F), and Busan (Pusan) averages at about 3°C (38°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Busan (Pusan) this time of the year. Kaunas usually receives less sunshine than Busan (Pusan) during winter. Kaunas gets 40 hours of sunny skies, while Busan (Pusan) receives 200 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Kaunas usually receives more rain than Busan (Pusan). Kaunas gets 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKaunas -5°C (23°F)Busan (Pusan) 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Kaunas or Busan (Pusan) in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Kaunas as well as Busan (Pusan). The activities around the city are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.
In April, Kaunas is generally much colder than Busan (Pusan). Daily temperatures in Kaunas average around 7°C (44°F), and Busan (Pusan) fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In the spring, Kaunas often gets less sunshine than Busan (Pusan). Kaunas gets 175 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Busan (Pusan) receives 196 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Busan (Pusan). Kaunas usually gets less rain in April than Busan (Pusan). Kaunas gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Busan (Pusan) receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKaunas 7°C (44°F)Busan (Pusan) 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Busan (Pusan) and Kaunas
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| May | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Jun | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 224 mm (8.8 in) |
| Jul | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 257 mm (10.1 in) |
| Aug | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Sep | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 24 mm (0.9 in) |
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