Which place is cheaper, Vienna or Lesbos?
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 Lesbos or Vienna?
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 Lesbos and Vienna. 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: Lesbos or Vienna?
Lesbos
Lesbos, the third-largest Greek island, offers a captivating blend of natural beauty, rich history, and authentic Greek culture. Visiting Lesbos doesn't have to break the bank. Budget accommodations can be found for as low as €25-40 per night in the off-season and €40-60 during peak months. For affordable meals, seek out local tavernas away from tourist hotspots. The villages of Petra and Molyvos offer authentic dining experiences at reasonable prices, and many tavernas provide daily specials ("mezedes") that are both delicious and economical.
Vienna
Vienna is the largest city and capital of Austria. It has a population of over 1.7 million and is a cultural, political and economic center for the country. The historical center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and some complain that it feels more like a museum than a real city. Outside of the historical center though, is a young and vibrant city with a huge music scene, many street performers, and eclectic and fun restaurants and nightclubs.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Greece, The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Austria.
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Lesbos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLesbos €276Vienna €176
The average daily cost (per person) in Lesbos is €276, while the average daily cost in Vienna is €176. 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 Lesbos and Vienna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLesbos €117Vienna €94
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLesbos €234Vienna €188
Compare Hotels in Lesbos and Vienna
Looking for a hotel in Lesbos or Vienna? 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: Lesbos Hotel Prices and Vienna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lesbos €61Vienna €19
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vienna
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vienna:
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Bus to Airport€30
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vienna
Also for Vienna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Business Car: $95
- Airport Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Luxury Car: $108
- Airport Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Luxury Van: $116
- Arrival Private Transfer Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Sedan: $65
- Arrival Private Transfer from Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna City by Luxury Van: $82
- Arrival Transfer: Vienna Airport VIE to Vienna by Luxury Van: $118
- Bratislava - Vienna Airport: Direct & Reliable Bus Transfer: $10
- Bratislava Bus Transfer to and from Vienna Airport: $22
- Car Transfer from Vienna to Salzburg: $257
- City TRANSFER Vienna: $89
- Departure Private Transfer Vienna to Vienna Airport VIE by Sedan: $64
- Hallstatt daytrip: Private transfer to Hallstatt and back: $490
Is it cheaper to fly into Lesbos or Vienna?
Prices for flights to both Vienna and Lesbos 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 dayLesbos €119Vienna €58
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vienna
For Vienna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 1 Hour Tradtional Kaiserschmarrn Cooking Class & Tasting in Wien: $47
- Strauss Dinner Show: $118
- Evening at Schönbrunn Palace 3-course Dinner and Concert: $122
- Taste A Full Meal Walking Food Tour by Do Eat Better: $125
- Schnitzel and Strudel: Shared Cooking Class : $143
- Nuit des Lumières - The Candlelight Dinner Concert in Vienna: $154
- Authentic Vienna Food Tour inc. lunch, street food, 3 drinks: $170
- Nabiel's Vienna Cooking Class: $179
- Classic Food Tour of Vienna: $179
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lesbos €37Vienna €38
Tours and Activities in Vienna
For Vienna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Self Guided Tours Vienna With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.57
- Vienna's Hidden Gems: A Self-Guided Imperial Adventure: $3.57
- Entrance tickets for the KunstHausWien. Museum Hundertwasser: $4.78
- Vienna Self Guided Walking Tour, Royal traditions & Cafe Culture: $5.78
- Private Audio Guided Walking Tour in Vienna: $7.16
- Vienna Spy Mission: Self-Guided Espionage Adventure: $7.16
- Vienna Interactive City Tour: $8.36
- Vienna Wurstelprater Exploration Game and Tour: $8.66
- Vienna Food Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
- Vienna Self Guided Audio Experience: $9.00
- Overview & architectural tour: Secrets of the MuseumQuartier: $11
- Audio Tour Ikonen Mautner Orthodox Icon Gallery Vienna: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLesbos €23Vienna €17
Sample the Local Flavors in Vienna
Also in Vienna, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vienna Nights Pub Crawl: $14
- Friday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria: $28
- Saturday Night Pub Crawl for Professionals in Vienna, Austria: $28
- Wine Tasting at Schönbrunn Palace with optional Palace Ticket: $54
- Small-group Vienna Wine Tour: $142
- Austrian Wine Tasting: $143
- Countryside Half Day Wine Tour near Vienna: $143
- Vienna Woods Tour with underground lake and wine tasting: $155
- Wine Tasting Tour: $161
- Wachau Valley Wine Tasting Bike Tour from Vienna: $161
- Vienna Woods Wine Tour - Wines, Vines & Good Times!: $190
- Private tour Neusiedler See, Rust (wine tasting), Purbach: $190
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lesbos and Vienna, we can see that Lesbos is more expensive. And not only is Vienna much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Vienna would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Vienna 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 Lesbos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lesbos than you might in Vienna.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lesbos Expensive? and Is Vienna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lesbos or Vienna?
Vienna has a larger population, and is about 980 times larger than the population of Lesbos. When comparing the sizes of Lesbos and Vienna, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.