A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Kefalonia vs. Warsaw for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Kefalonia or Warsaw?

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 Kefalonia and Warsaw. 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: Kefalonia or Warsaw?

Kefalonia

With its dramatic landscapes, picturesque villages, and endless sandy beaches, Kefalonia offers a quintessential Greek island experience away from the crowds. This stunning Ionian gem has something for everyone, from outdoor adventurers to history buffs to beach bums. Kefalonia provides excellent value compared to some of Greece's more popular islands like Santorini or Mykonos. Hotels are not as expensive, and budget-friendly options are common. Eating at casual tavernas or buying fresh produce from local markets can keep food costs very reasonable, too.

Warsaw

Warsaw is the capital city of Poland. It has a population of 1.7 million, making it the country's largest city. Located on the Vistula River, it is a popular tourist destination for its interesting architecture and culture. The right bank of the river was the first area to become populated in the 9th or 10 century. Today, however, the city's central district is on the left bank of the river. The Old Town, where you will find many sights and attractions, is fully contained within the city center.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.


Which place is cheaper, Warsaw or Kefalonia?

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

  • Kefalonia Prices
    Greece Prices
    Warsaw Prices
    Poland Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Kefalonia 294
    Warsaw 106

The average daily cost (per person) in Kefalonia is €294, while the average daily cost in Warsaw is €106. 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 Kefalonia and Warsaw in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Kefalonia 120
    Warsaw 48
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Kefalonia 240
    Warsaw 96
Compare Hotels in Kefalonia and Warsaw

Looking for a hotel in Kefalonia or Warsaw? 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 Kefalonia


Hotels in Warsaw


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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: Kefalonia Hotel Prices and Warsaw Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Kefalonia 53
    Warsaw 4.34

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Warsaw

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

  • Transfer from Krakow to Warsaw or Warsaw to Krakow: $591
  • Private Transfer to/from Krakow: $522
  • Private Full-Day Tour of Warsaw with Tickets and Transfers: $459
  • Limousine Transfer: Warsaw Chopin Airport to City Center: $429
  • Private Transfer from Warsaw to Krakow Private driver service: $299
  • Private Transfer from Warsaw to Wroclaw with 2h of Sightseeing: $287
  • Private transfer from Warszawa to Krakow: $275
  • Private transfer from Warsaw to Krakow with 2h of Sightseeing: $270
  • Private transfer Warsaw-Poznań or Poznań-Warsaw: $254
  • Wilanow Palace and Gardens with Guide, Tickets and Transfers: $225
  • Extreme Shooting Range Experience with Transfer: $187
  • Extreme Shooting Range Experience with Transfers: $185

Is it cheaper to fly into Kefalonia or Warsaw?

Prices for flights to both Warsaw and Kefalonia 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
    Kefalonia 140
    Warsaw 44

Typical Food Prices in Warsaw

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Warsaw:


  • Dinner for Two
    12
  • Lunch for Two
    9.85

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Warsaw

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

  • Lunch or dinner at Hard Rock Cafe with Skip-the-Line: $33
  • Traditional Pierogi Dinner with Beer: $36
  • Polish Dumplings Cooking Class: $74
  • Warsaw's No 1 cooking class-Polish dumplings with liqueur tasting: $76
  • The Art of Pierogi Making - Warsaw cooking class dumplings: $86
  • Polish Food Tour: $92
  • Warsaw Traditional Food Tour with Adrian: $93
  • Half-Day Polish Food Walking Tour with Guide and Dinner: $94
  • Warsaw Food Tour with Local Guide: $113
  • 4-Hour Polish Food Tour: $115
  • Taste of Poland - Old Town food tour and guided walk in one: $115
  • Dinner Show at Sabat Theatre: $115

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Kefalonia 33
    Warsaw 6.62

Tours and Activities in Warsaw

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

  • ''Cheers on wheels''- Vodka tasting tour by Retro Bus : $54
  • 2 hour: Palace of Culture & Science Guided Tour in English: $82
  • 2 in 1 Warsaw tour Royal Route & Communist Area: $18
  • 2-Hour Guided Tour to Wilanów Palace in Warsaw: $50
  • 2h Private Cruise for 4 on Vistula in Warsaw with our Helmsman: $169
  • 3 hour: POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews Tour: $81
  • 3-Hour Guided Cycling Tour of Warsaw: $41
  • 3-hour tour at Warsaw Uprising 1944 Museum /inc. Pick-up/: $81
  • A unique walking tour of Jewish Warsaw - past and present: $32
  • Agvo Shooting Range Experience in Warsaw: $42
  • Architecture Walking Tour in Warsaw: $84
  • Best of Warsaw - private tour by retro minibus with hotel pickup: $155

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Kefalonia 22
    Warsaw 9.84

Sample the Local Flavors in Warsaw

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Warsaw:

  • Pub Crawl with Optional 1-Hour Open Bar: $25
  • The Original Pub Crawl: $25
  • Warsaw Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $188
  • Warsaw Wine Tasting Private Tour with Wine Expert: $190


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

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