Which place is cheaper, Cologne or Kiev?
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 Kiev or Cologne?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Kiev and Cologne can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Kiev or Cologne?
Kiev
Kiev is the capital city and also the largest city in the Ukraine, with a population of almost 3 million in the metropolitan area. It is situated on the Dnieper River in the north central part of the country and is one of the oldest cities in Eastern Europe, dating back to the fifth century. The people in Kiev are quite friendly and welcoming, and are happy to have you in their city. It can, however, be difficult to communicate and get around if you don't speak at least a little Russian. It is doable with a little sign language and the help of a guide book with translations though.
Cologne
Spanning the Rhine River in western Germany, the city of Cologne dates back 2,000 years, once existing as the largest city of the Holy Roman Empire in medieval times. Today, it is the region's cultural hub - a center of museums, galleries, and towering Gothic cathedrals.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Germany, and The Best Budget Tours to Germany.
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Kiev Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKiev $29Cologne $232
The average daily cost (per person) in Kiev is $29, while the average daily cost in Cologne is $232. 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 Kiev and Cologne in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKiev $16Cologne $107
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKiev $32Cologne $214
Compare Hotels in Kiev and Cologne
Looking for a hotel in Kiev or Cologne? 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: Cologne Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kiev $0.98Cologne $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kiev
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kiev:
- Kiev Airport Transfers : Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV in Luxury Van: $66
- Kiev Arrival Private Transfers from Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV to Kiev City: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Boryspil Airport KBP: $66
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $60
- Kiev Departure Private Transfers from Kiev City to Kiev Zhulhany Airport IEV: $66
- Private Arrival Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany to Kiev hotel: $38
- Private Arrival Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Chernihiv city: $147
- Private Departure Transfer: International Airport Kyiv Zhuliany from Kyiv Hotel: $32
- Private Departure Transfer: Kyiv Boryspil International Airport from Kyiv Hotel: $38
- Private Transfer Kyiv Boryspil International Airport to Zhytomyr.: $173
- Private Transfer: From Kyiv city to Zhulyany International Airport: $54
- Private transfer: Boryspil International Airport to Kyiv: $48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cologne
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cologne:
- Cologne Bonn CGN Airport to Hotels Private Transfer: $37
- Cologne CGN Airpot to Köln | Bonn | Dusseldorf Private Transfer: $42
- Departure Private Transfer Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne by Car: $72
- Arrival Transfer Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Sedan: $72
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $78
- Transfer from Cologne Airport CGN to Cologne City by Luxury Car: $91
- Private Limousine Transfer from Cologne Airport to Cologne City: $108
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Bonn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $155
- Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cologne hotels - Round-trip Private Transfer : $167
Is it cheaper to fly into Kiev or Cologne?
Prices for flights to both Cologne and Kiev 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 dayKiev $12Cologne $102
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kiev
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kiev.
- Kyiv Restaurant Food Tour: Ukrainian Cuisine Tasting: $122
Typical Food Prices in Cologne
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cologne:
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Dinner$16
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Donner Kebab$4.69
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cologne
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cologne.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Hard Rock Cafe Cologne With Set Lunch or Dinner: $35
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kiev $1.94Cologne $24
Tours and Activities in Kiev
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kiev are as follows:
- Memories of a Revolution: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Kyiv: $6.22
- Custom Kyiv Walking Tour with Private Local Guide: $31
- Walking City Tour of Ancient Kiev in German: $36
- Small-Group Sightseeing Driving Tour of Kyiv - Best Introduction to the City: $37
- Kiev guided walking tour: discover highlights and hidden gems of the capital: $37
- Underground Tunnels Exploration Tour: $37
- Private Ukrainian Street Art Tour in Kiev: $38
- Sightseeing City Tour: $40
- Kyiv Podil District Private Walking Tour with Local Guide: $42
- Panoramic Kyiv by Night Driving Tour with Private Guide: $42
- Kyiv Old Town Private Walking Tour: $42
- Sunrise in Kyiv Private Tour: $43
Tours and Activities in Cologne
Here are a few actual costs in Cologne for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Walking tour of The essential and unmissable: $3.57
- The Dark Side of the Dom Tour: $3.58
- Cologne Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour: $3.58
- Cologne Cathedral tour audio guide with mobile app: $4.92
- Cologne Walking Tour from Roman Era to World War 2 with an App : $6.93
- Aachen Cathedral tour with audioguide on mobile app: $6.93
- Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral: $8.35
- Aachen Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $8.36
- Cologne Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Cologne Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Cologne Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- Aachen Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $9.55
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKiev $6.07Cologne $27
Sample the Local Flavors in Kiev
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kiev:
- Private Pub Crawl - Beer Tasting: $76
- Speakeasy Bar Crawl: $135
Sample the Local Flavors in Cologne
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Cologne:
- Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer: $21
- Informative and fun brewery tour in German, public: $23
- Pub Crawl Cologne Including Admission Fee for Bars and Shots: $24
- Public brewery tour in Cologne in English: $24
- Public brewery tour in German in Cologne: $24
- Brewery tour in Cologne including a variety of tastings: $29
- South Cologne Walking Tour with brewery visit: $29
- Night Pub Crawl Tour in Cologne - Shots and Party!: $30
- Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings: $32
- Entertaining Brewery Tour: Feel Good Package including local beer: $33
- Kölsch Brewery Tour with 3 Beers Included: $33
- The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour: $33
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kiev and Cologne, we can see that Cologne is more expensive. And not only is Kiev much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Kiev would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Kiev 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 Cologne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cologne than you might in Kiev.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kiev Expensive? and Is Cologne Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kiev or Cologne?
Kiev has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Cologne. When comparing the sizes of Kiev and Cologne, 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 Kiev or Cologne?
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 Kiev or Cologne in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Kiev and Cologne. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Cologne because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Kiev is a little warmer than Cologne in the summer. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 21°C (70°F) in July, and Cologne fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In July, Kiev usually receives more rain than Cologne. Kiev gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyKiev 21°C (70°F)Cologne 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Cologne in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Kiev as well as Cologne. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Cologne this time of year.
In the autumn, Kiev is cooler than Cologne. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Kiev in October average around 10°C (49°F), and Cologne averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Kiev usually gets less rain in October than Cologne. Kiev gets 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberKiev 10°C (49°F)Cologne 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Cologne in the Winter?
Both Cologne and Kiev are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Cologne for the museums, the Christmas ambience, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Cologne. It's quite cold in Kiev in the winter. In January, Kiev is generally much colder than Cologne. Daily temperatures in Kiev average around -4°C (24°F), and Cologne fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
In January, Kiev usually receives less rain than Cologne. Kiev gets 47 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryKiev -4°C (24°F)Cologne 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Kiev or Cologne in the Spring?
Both Cologne and Kiev during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, many visitors come to Cologne in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Kiev is around the same temperature as Cologne in the spring. The daily temperature in Kiev averages around 10°C (51°F) in April, and Cologne fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
Kiev usually gets less rain in April than Cologne. Kiev gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Cologne receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilKiev 10°C (51°F)Cologne 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Cologne and Kiev
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -4°C (24°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -3°C (27°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Mar | 2°C (36°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Apr | 10°C (51°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 17°C (62°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jun | 20°C (67°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 21°C (70°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 20°C (69°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 62 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 10°C (49°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (38°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | -1°C (30°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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