A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Seoul vs. Brno for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Seoul or Brno?

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 Seoul and Brno can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Seoul or Brno?

Seoul

With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.

Brno

Brno is a city in the Czech Republic known for its modernist and baroque buildings, gardens, museums, and churches. There are many monuments and cultural features especially related to the city's Moravian history, like the Moravian Museum and Moravian Gallery. It is also uniquely located between a landscape of South Moravian Vineyards and northern Moravian Karst topography.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Czech Republic, and The Best Adventure Tours to Czech Republic.


Which place is cheaper, Brno or Seoul?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Seoul is $128, while the average daily cost in Brno is $198. 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 Seoul and Brno in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Seoul $54
    Brno $83
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Seoul $108
    Brno $166
Compare Hotels in Seoul and Brno

Looking for a hotel in Seoul or Brno? 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 Seoul


Hotels in Brno


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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: Seoul Hotel Prices and Brno Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Seoul $15
    Brno $3.02
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:


  • Subway Card
    $3.58
  • Short Taxi Ride
    $5.01
  • Metro Ride
    $0.97
  • Seoul City Pass Plus
    $7.16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:

  • From Round-Trip Transfer to Dae Jang Geum Park: $50
  • Incheon Airport (ICN) Transfer to Seoul/Suwon/Seongnam/Yongin: $68
  • Incheon Airport transfer directly to Seoul city: $113
  • Incheon International Airport (ICN): Private Seoul Transfer: $95
  • Premium Seoul Airport Transfer: Affordable & Convenience: $105
  • Private Airport Transfer * Incheon Airport <-> Seoul (1-5 people): $99
  • Private Airport Transfer - Incheon Airport ⇔ Seoul (Up to 7 or 11 people): $130
  • Private Airport Transfer : Gimpo airport to/from Seoul (1~7pax): $89
  • Private Airport Transfer : Incheon to/from Seoul (up to 7 pax): $98
  • Private Airport Transfer From Incheon Airport To Seoul(up to 12): $190
  • Private Airport Transfer Gimpo Intl Airport (GMP) to Seoul City: $83
  • Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-12 pax): $167

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brno

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brno:

  • Private Transfer from Brno to Prague with 2 hours for sightseeing: $154
  • Private Transfer From Vsetín to Jablůnka: $298

Is it cheaper to fly into Seoul or Brno?

Prices for flights to both Brno and Seoul 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
    Seoul $51
    Brno $114
Typical Food Prices in Seoul

Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:


  • Rice with Kimchi & Bacon
    $4.30
  • Waffle
    $0.72
  • Dippin' Dots
    $1.43
  • Chicken Fried Rice
    $3.94
  • Chicken Stick
    $1.43
  • Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew
    $1.36
  • Lunch Buffet
    $4.30
  • Donut
    $0.72
  • Mushroom Burger
    $3.72
  • Green Tea Ice Cream
    $2.36
  • Udon & Sushi
    $5.01
  • Fresh Burger
    $3.44
  • Soba Noodles Lunch
    $3.22
  • Bibimbap Lunch
    $3.58
  • Fried Rice
    $3.94
  • Vietnamese Dinner
    $6.80
  • Breakfast and Coffee for 2
    $6.80
  • Donut
    $1.79

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.

  • Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
  • Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
  • [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $51
  • Wine & K-BBQ: A Perfect Pairing Dinner: $53
  • Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $53
  • Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
  • Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
  • Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $64
  • Namdaemun Market Food Tour: $65
  • Seoul by Night: Palaces, Market & Street Food Tour (Vegan Option): $65
  • Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $67
  • Cooking Class in Seoul with Korean Grandma: $68

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Seoul $26
    Brno -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:


  • Palace Tickets
    $5.73
  • Movie Ticket
    $5.73
  • Kimchi Museum
    $2.15

Tours and Activities in Seoul

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:

  • K-Culture Adventure in Seoul Self-Guided Walking Tour : $3.58
  • Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
  • Seoul Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Experience Hanboknam (내국인불가): $7.10
  • Alternative A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • Gwanghwamun Tour l 120 Minutes to Understand South Korea: $10
  • [Seoul] Football Faentasium Admission Ticket (내국인 불가): $10
  • Gwanghwamun Tour about Korean Society and Local Mindset: $11
  • Street Hustle Adventure in Seoul: $11
  • SPAREX Jjimjilbang Sauna Dongmyo branch Admission Ticket(내국인불가): $11
  • Skip the Line: Figure Museum W Ticket (내국인 불가): $11
  • Dynamic Maze Discount Ticket Insa-dong(내국인불가): $12
  • Seoul Job Experience Theme Park Ticket for Kid (내국인 불가): $13

Tours and Activities in Brno

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

  • The Center of Znojmo : A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
  • Skip the Line: 10-Z Bunker Entrance Ticket in Brno : $12
  • The Painted Ladies of Telč: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
  • Brno Historical Walking Tour: $36
  • Ride in a BMP tank and military garage tour Prague: $56
  • 3 Hour Private Tour with a Local Guide in Brno: $72
  • Half Day Tour to the Macocha Abyss and The Punkva Caves: $101
  • Brno Food Tasting Tour of Hidden Gems for Small Groups: $104
  • Quad ride adventure Prague: $132
  • Quad ride adventure for families with kids Prague: $132
  • Scenic Paddleboarding Adventure: Nové Mlýny to Lednice: $143
  • Brno's Historic Gems: A Private Walking Tour: $168

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Seoul $12
    Brno $2.66

Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul

Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Pub Crawl: $25
  • The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
  • LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $28
  • Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $42
  • Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $46
  • Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
  • Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
  • Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $59
  • Korean Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $60
  • Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
  • Itaewon Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $73
  • Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $78


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Seoul and Brno, we can see that Brno is more expensive. And not only is Seoul much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Seoul is in Asia and Brno is in Europe, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. So, traveling to Seoul would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Seoul 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 Brno would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brno than you might in Seoul.

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


Which is Bigger, Seoul or Brno?

Seoul has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Brno. When comparing the sizes of Seoul and Brno, 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 Seoul or Brno?

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 Seoul or Brno in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Seoul and Brno. Many travelers come to Seoul for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

Seoul is a little warmer than Brno in the summer. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 26°C (78°F) in July, and Brno fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Brno this time of the year. Seoul usually receives less sunshine than Brno during summer. Seoul gets 121 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 236 hours of full sun in the summer.

Seoul gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Seoul usually receives more rain than Brno. Seoul gets 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain, while Brno receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Seoul 26°C (78°F) 
    Brno 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Seoul or Brno in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Seoul as well as Brno. Many visitors come to Seoul in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.

In the autumn, Seoul is a little warmer than Brno. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Seoul in October average around 15°C (59°F), and Brno averages at about 12°C (54°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Seoul this time of the year. In the autumn, Seoul often gets more sunshine than Brno. Seoul gets 204 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 129 hours of full sun.

Seoul usually gets more rain in October than Brno. Seoul gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Brno receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Seoul 15°C (59°F) 
    Brno 12°C (54°F)

Should I visit Seoul or Brno in the Winter?

Both Brno and Seoul are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Seoul for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

The weather in Brno can be very cold. Seoul can be very cold during winter. In January, Seoul is generally much colder than Brno. Daily temperatures in Seoul average around -3°C (27°F), and Brno fluctuates around 2°C (36°F).

Seoul usually receives more sunshine than Brno during winter. Seoul gets 163 hours of sunny skies, while Brno receives 49 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Seoul usually receives around the same amount of rain as Brno. Seoul gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Brno receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Seoul -3°C (27°F) 
    Brno 2°C (36°F)

Should I visit Seoul or Brno in the Spring?

Both Brno and Seoul during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Seoul because of the activities around the city.

Seoul is around the same temperature as Brno in the spring. The daily temperature in Seoul averages around 13°C (55°F) in April, and Brno fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

It's quite sunny in Seoul. In the spring, Seoul often gets more sunshine than Brno. Seoul gets 205 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Brno receives 167 hours of full sun.

Seoul usually gets more rain in April than Brno. Seoul gets 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain, while Brno receives 32 mm (1.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Seoul 13°C (55°F) 
    Brno 13°C (55°F)

Typical Weather for Brno and Seoul

Seoul Brno
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -3°C (27°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 2°C (36°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Feb -0°C (32°F) 25 mm (1 in) 4°C (38°F) 23 mm (0.9 in)
Mar 6°C (42°F) 47 mm (1.9 in) 8°C (46°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Apr 13°C (55°F) 94 mm (3.7 in) 13°C (55°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 92 mm (3.6 in) 17°C (63°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 134 mm (5.3 in) 20°C (69°F) 70 mm (2.8 in)
Jul 26°C (78°F) 369 mm (14.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Aug 26°C (80°F) 294 mm (11.6 in) 22°C (72°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Sep 22°C (71°F) 169 mm (6.7 in) 18°C (64°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Oct 15°C (59°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 12°C (54°F) 35 mm (1.4 in)
Nov 8°C (46°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 7°C (45°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dec 0°C (33°F) 22 mm (0.9 in) 3°C (37°F) 25 mm (1 in)