As of November 12, 2026, Poland is cheaper than Lithuania for travelers: a mid-range day costs about $94 in Poland against $104 in Lithuania, a gap of 11.1%. Over the past year Poland has moved more in the US-dollar traveler's favor (+9.1% after inflation, against +2.9%). Both sit at US advisory Level 1. Poland is the easier of the two to travel.
| Measure | Lithuania | Poland |
|---|---|---|
| Mid-range day | $104 | $94 |
| Lean day | $50 | $44 |
| Comfortable day | $224 | $207 |
| Real change, 12 months | +2.9% | +9.1% |
| Exchange rate alone, 12 months | +4.5% | +8.9% |
| Versus 5-year average | −6.1% | −7.9% |
| US advisory | Level 1 · Normal precautions | Level 1 · Normal precautions |
| Ease of travel | 4.2 · Well set up | 4.6 · Effortless |
| Index score | 63 | 68 |
| Best months | Jun, Jul, Aug | May, Jun, Sep |
| Shoulder months | May, Sep | Apr, Oct |
The better figure in each row is in bold. Costs are modeled estimates per person, excluding international flights.
Baroque Vilnius and the Curonian Spit, at the lowest prices in the Baltics.
The catchCompact and low-key, with fewer headline sights than its neighbors. Check the current advisory on the Belarus border.
Western European quality, eastern European bill.
The catchThe złoty has been firm and prices in the main cities have risen quickly.
Source: Trip Arbitrage (triparbitrage.com), reading of November 12, 2026. How this is calculated.