Which place is cheaper, Leipzig or Plovdiv?
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 Plovdiv or Leipzig?
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 Plovdiv and Leipzig can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Plovdiv or Leipzig?
Plovdiv
Located in a large, hilly plain between the Rhodope Mountains in the south of Bulgaria and the Balkan Range in the central part of the country, Plovdiv sits uniquely spread across six hills. It is one of the oldest continuously-inhabited cities in the world, dating back roughly 8,000 years. Some of its best features are its ancient ruins and historic architecture.
Leipzig
Leipzig is a city in the eastern German state of Saxony. Leipzig is Saxony's coolest city, called "The New Berlin" by many. It is a playground for nomadic young creatives, but it's also a city of enormous history, a trade-fair mecca and foundational in the eyes of music lovers due to its intrinsic connection to the lives and work of Bach, Mendelssohn, and Wagner. When it comes to art, the neo-realistic New Leipzig School has stirred up the international art world for well over 10 years.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Bulgaria, The Best Adventure Tours to Bulgaria, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Germany, and The Best Walking Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPlovdiv $105Leipzig $239
The average daily cost (per person) in Plovdiv is $105, while the average daily cost in Leipzig is $239. 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 Plovdiv and Leipzig in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPlovdiv $48Leipzig $106
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPlovdiv $96Leipzig $212
Compare Hotels in Plovdiv and Leipzig
Looking for a hotel in Plovdiv or Leipzig? 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: Plovdiv Hotel Prices and Leipzig Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Plovdiv $24Leipzig $31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Plovdiv
Also for Plovdiv, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Burgas city/airport with sedan/minivan/minibus: $208
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Sofia: $113
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Borovets: $113
- Transfer Plovdiv to Sofia airport/city with a car 3+1: $107
- Transfer from Pamporovo to Sofia: $107
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Pamporovo: $98
- Transfer from Plovdiv to Stara Zagora: $95
- Private One-way Transfer Plovdiv Airport to Hotel or vice versa: $70
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Leipzig
Also for Leipzig, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Vehicule Arrival Transfer Leipzig Airport LEJ to Leipzig: $114
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Round-Trip Private Car Transfer: $177
- Leipzig Halle Airport (LEJ) to Leipzig hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $88
Is it cheaper to fly into Plovdiv or Leipzig?
Prices for flights to both Leipzig and Plovdiv 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 dayPlovdiv $40Leipzig $107
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Leipzig
For Leipzig, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- 3-Hour Sightseeing and Food Tour: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Plovdiv $17Leipzig $43
Tours and Activities in Plovdiv
For Plovdiv, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2 Hour Private Superb Buggy Adventure: $213
- 3-Day Monastery Tour: Rila, Bachkovo & Rozhen from Sofia: $351
- Audio Guide for All Haskovo & Kardjali Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $23
- Audio Guide for All Rhodope Mountain Sights, Attractions or Experiences: $46
- Bachkovo Monastery & Asen's Fortress - day tour from Plovdiv: $95
- Communist Heritage Tour- Buzludzha and The Might of the East Block Aviation: $107
- Day Tour from PLOVDIV - Thracian civilization & wine traditions: $184
- Day Tour from Nature & forgotten village experiences: $158
- E-Motorcycle Tour in Rhodope Mountains to a Beautiful Canyon View: $119
- Exclusive Private Tour in the Thracian Valley from Sofia: $102
- Food Walk Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour: $42
- Food Walk: Bulgarian Food and Culture Tour in Plovdiv: $42
Tours and Activities in Leipzig
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Leipzig.
- 1.5-Hour Historical Tour of Leipzig with Costumed Guide: $25
- Adventure Breakfast Leipzig Private Breakfast and Escape Game: $62
- Best of Leipzig Private Walk Tour with a Professional Guide: $270
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $108
- Big city tour Leipzig Hop on hop off: $22
- Brews & Views: A tour of Leipzig's craft beer scene: $53
- City game scavenger hunt Leipzig Südvorstadt - independent discovery tour: $48
- City game scavenger hunt Leipzig city center - independent city tour: $48
- City tour on foot, by S-Bahn and tram: $26
- Combo Tour in Guided City Tour & City Sightseeing: $26
- Corpses, Leprosy, Lucifer 75-minute Tour at the Old Cemetery: $20
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPlovdiv $11Leipzig $30
Sample the Local Flavors in Plovdiv
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Plovdiv:
- Chateau Copsa Wine Tasting Tours & Activities: $23
- Bulgarian Wine Tasting Experience in the Center of Plovdiv : $27
- Food and Wine Tour: $60
- Thracian Valley wine tasting - private day tour from Plovdiv: $107
- Private Day Trip From Plovdiv To Wine Cellars And Wine Tasting: $118
- Half-Day of Horseback Adventure with Wine Tasting: $183
Sample the Local Flavors in Leipzig
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Leipzig:
- Private pub crawl with insider-guide & free shots: $334
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Plovdiv and Leipzig, we can see that Leipzig is more expensive. And not only is Plovdiv much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Plovdiv would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Plovdiv 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 Leipzig would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Leipzig than you might in Plovdiv.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Plovdiv Expensive? and Is Leipzig Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Plovdiv or Leipzig?
Leipzig has a larger population, and is about 48% larger than the population of Plovdiv. When comparing the sizes of Plovdiv and Leipzig, 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.