What does Finland cost?
Finland is one of the more expensive travel countries in Europe — comparable to Scandinavia, but cheaper than Norway or Iceland. Prices are about 20–30% above the German level. Especially alcohol and dining out are costly. However, many things are free: hiking in national parks, wild camping (right of public access), berry picking, many museums.
Typical Prices (Guidelines 2025/2026)
| Item | Price (€) |
|---|---|
| Coffee in a café | 3.50–5.00 |
| Lunch (Lounas buffet) | 10–14 |
| Dinner in a restaurant | 18–35 |
| Beer (0.5l in a restaurant) | 7–10 |
| Beer (0.5l in a supermarket) | 2.50–3.50 |
| Supermarket shopping (1 day) | 15–25 |
| Hostel (dormitory) | 25–40 |
| Hotel (mid-range, double room) | 90–150 |
| Mökki by the lake (per night) | 80–200 |
| Glass igloo (per night) | 300–600 |
| Bus Helsinki–Turku | 10–20 |
| Train Helsinki–Rovaniemi | 30–80 (early bird) |
| Rental car (per day) | 40–70 |
| Dog sledding tour (2–3h) | 120–200 |
| Northern lights tour | 80–150 |
