Which place is cheaper, Cuenca or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn or Cuenca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Tallinn or Cuenca, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Tallinn or Cuenca?
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
Cuenca
Cuenca is a vibrant colonial city in southern Ecuador, the third largest in the country, and the capital of Azuay Province. Cuenca is considered as Ecuador's most important and beautiful colonial city after Quito. Dating from the 16th century, Cuenca's historic center, a Unesco World Heritage Site with its trademark skyline of massive rotundas and soaring steeples, is a magical sight in which you will feel like you are moving back in time. Cuenca is the center of many craft traditions, including ceramics, metalwork and the internationally famous panama hat. The nearby villages also offer many other handicrafts. Tourists enjoy wandering the ancient streets discovering picturesque alleys and hidden corners, where nuns march along cobblestone streets and kids in Catholic-school uniforms skip past historic churches. Fascinating historic monuments and fabulous views are found at every turn. Cuenca also has outstanding art museums and festivals. For a rewarding cultural experience, visit during Easter to attend the Festival of Religious Music.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Estonia, The Best Wildlife Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Ecuador.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayTallinn $142Cuenca $53
The average daily cost (per person) in Tallinn is $142, while the average daily cost in Cuenca is $53. 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 Tallinn and Cuenca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personTallinn $55Cuenca $13
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomTallinn $110Cuenca $26
Compare Hotels in Tallinn and Cuenca
Looking for a hotel in Tallinn or Cuenca? 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: Tallinn Hotel Prices and Cuenca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Tallinn $14Cuenca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two$1.95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport or Port to Tallinn by Sedan: $30
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport/Port to Tallinn : $100
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer from Tallinn City / Tallinn Airport: $100
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,902
- Private Arrival Transfer Tallinn Airport to Cruise Port: $62
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $46
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Airport to Tallinn city center: $34
- Private Transfer from Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels : $41
- Private Transfer from Tallinn hotels to Tallinn Cruise Port : $41
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $48
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $81
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $129
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cuenca:
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Taxi Ride$2.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cuenca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cuenca:
- Cuenca to/from Guayaquil Private Transfer: $80
- Cuenca Airport Transfer: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Tallinn or Cuenca?
Prices for flights to both Cuenca and Tallinn 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 dayTallinn $73Cuenca $26
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$9.01
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Dessert$1.35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn old town: Estonian Cuisine Cooking Class: $81
- Estonian cuisine Cooking Class: $82
- Tallinn Beer House Dinner: $102
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $139
Typical Food Prices in Cuenca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cuenca:
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Lunch$10
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Snacks$5.00
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Empanada$1.50
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Hot Dog$1.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cuenca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cuenca.
- Street food Tour in Cuenca,Ecuador: $33
- Cooking Class & Market Tour in Cuenca: $55
- Experience Ecuador: Join an Andean Cooking Class in Cuenca: $85
- Private Cooking Class: $125
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Tallinn $6.60Cuenca $16
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.16
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $7.02
- Tallinn Medieval Magic Exploration Game and Tour: $7.16
- Tales of Reval GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $7.16
- Tallinn Old Town: Food and History Self-Guided Walking Tour: $8.09
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $8.20
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $9.37
- Tallinn Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $9.55
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $9.56
- Discover Terrific Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Virtual Time Travel Experience VR Tallinn 1939/44 I: $18
- Time Travel Experience "VR Tallinn 1939/44": $18
Tours and Activities in Cuenca
Here are a few actual costs in Cuenca for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Cuenca-Ec- Highlights City Tour : $16
- Amazing Cajas National Park Tour from Cuenca: $47
- Azuay Cuenca Ecuador Tour: $1,300
- Biking Cuenca City Tour: $50
- Birdwatching Tour Cajas Park and Tamarindo Tropical Forest area from Cuenca: $130
- Birdwatching Tour in Cajas National Park from Cuenca: $100
- Birdwatching Tour, Via Gualaceo to the Eastern slope from Cuenca: $130
- Cajas National Park FULL-DAY Tour from Cuenca: $55
- Cajas National Park Half Day Tour from Cuenca: $39
- Cajas National Park Small-Group tour from Cuenca: $48
- Cajas National Park and Cuenca City private Tour: $110
- Complete excursion Ingapirca & Gualaceo Chordeleg Tour Archaeological Artisanal: $60
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayTallinn $18Cuenca $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Telliskivi Bar Crawl with games, drinks, discounts: $19
- Old Town Bar Crawl - Shots, Games, Deals & Club: $21
- Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $23
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $46
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $79
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Tallinn and Cuenca, we can see that Tallinn is more expensive. And not only is Cuenca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Tallinn is in Europe and Cuenca is in South America, 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 Cuenca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cuenca 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn than you might in Cuenca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Tallinn Expensive? and Is Cuenca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Tallinn or Cuenca?
Tallinn has a larger population, and is about 42% larger than the population of Cuenca. When comparing the sizes of Tallinn and Cuenca, 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 Tallinn or Cuenca?
Tallinn has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cuenca experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Tallinn or Cuenca in the Summer?
Both Cuenca and Tallinn during the summer are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cuenca year-round.
Tallinn is cooler than Cuenca in the summer. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 17°C (62°F) in July, and Cuenca fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
Tallinn usually gets more rain in July than Cuenca. Tallinn gets 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 17 mm (0.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyTallinn 17°C (62°F)Cuenca 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Cuenca in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Tallinn and Cuenca. Many visitors come to Tallinn in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Cuenca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the autumn, Tallinn is much colder than Cuenca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Tallinn in October average around 7°C (44°F), and Cuenca averages at about 12°C (54°F).
In October, Tallinn usually receives more rain than Cuenca. Tallinn gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberTallinn 7°C (44°F)Cuenca 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Cuenca in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Tallinn as well as Cuenca. Most visitors come to Tallinn for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cuenca throughout the year.
The weather in Cuenca can be very cold. Tallinn can be very cold during winter. In January, Tallinn is generally much colder than Cuenca. Daily temperatures in Tallinn average around -5°C (22°F), and Cuenca fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
Tallinn usually gets more rain in January than Cuenca. Tallinn gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryTallinn -5°C (22°F)Cuenca 4°C (39°F)
Should I visit Tallinn or Cuenca in the Spring?
Both Cuenca and Tallinn are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The spring months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the natural beauty. Plenty of visitors come to Cuenca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
The weather in Tallinn can be very cold. Tallinn is much colder than Cuenca in the spring. The daily temperature in Tallinn averages around 4°C (39°F) in April, and Cuenca fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
In April, Tallinn usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cuenca. Tallinn gets 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Cuenca receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilTallinn 4°C (39°F)Cuenca 10°C (50°F)
Typical Weather for Cuenca and Tallinn
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
| Feb | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Mar | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
| Apr | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Sep | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Oct | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
| Dec | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
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