A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Lombardy vs. Flanders for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Lombardy or Flanders?

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 Lombardy and Flanders can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Lombardy or Flanders?

Lombardy

As the fertile surrounding mountains turn from vibrant green to a mystic blue as the sun wanes, the only lights that remain are that from the ancient Italian architecture that glisten brightly on the glassy Lake Como. Though darkness surrounds the region, Lombardy, Italy glows a golden radiance that cannot be extinguished. Located in Northern Italy, Lombardy is one of Italy's largest regions and shares its border with neighbor Switzerland. The region is known for its capital Milan that is a fishbowl of fashion and art with its haute couture boutiques and exquisite galleries that feature works of the most widely acclaimed Italian artists. Like much of Italy, Lombardy is simply teeming with an extensive, unique history that has fascinated millions for centuries. Sforza Castle, Milan Cathedral, Santa Maria delle Grazie-Lombardy is nearly a timecapsule of ancient relics and treasures. Besides its profound history, Lombardy also furnishes its visitors with a wide array restaurants, bars, clubs, malls, and beaches to ensure that you not only relish the past but enjoy the present as well! Whether you are looking to bathe underneath the warm Italian sun on the shores of Lake Garda or marvel at the artistic specimens on display in Pinacoteca di Brera, life is leisure when you are in Lombardy!

Flanders

The Northern region of Belgium, commonly known as Flanders, is a popular destination for travelers. It includes well-known cities like Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent and Bruges. It is the Dutch-speaking region of Belgium and has many sights and historical attractions to see.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Rome, The Best 10-Day Tours from Rome, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels, and The Best Food and Culinary Tours in Belgium.


Which place is cheaper, Flanders or Lombardy?

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

  • Lombardy Prices
    Italy Prices
    Flanders Prices
    Belgium Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Lombardy 196
    Flanders 153

The average daily cost (per person) in Lombardy is €196, while the average daily cost in Flanders is €153. 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 Lombardy and Flanders in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Lombardy 93
    Flanders 69
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Lombardy 186
    Flanders 138
Compare Hotels in Lombardy and Flanders

Looking for a hotel in Lombardy or Flanders? 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 Lombardy


Hotels in Flanders


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Lombardy 36
    Flanders 22

Is it cheaper to fly into Lombardy or Flanders?

Prices for flights to both Flanders and Lombardy 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
    Lombardy 70
    Flanders 65

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Lombardy 29
    Flanders 16

Tours and Activities in Lombardy

Here are a few actual costs in Lombardy for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Lake Garda: Tour with 4 Olive Oil Tasting & Local Food: $46

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Lombardy 22
    Flanders 18

Sample the Local Flavors in Lombardy

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lombardy:

  • Lake Garda: Wine Tasting with Panoramic View: $34
  • Lake Garda: Pic Nic in the vineyard with wine tasting: $58


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

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