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Flensburg vs Dortmund

Germany vs Germany · 386 km apart

Flensburg

Germany

€937 ($1,018)

single / month

Cheaper overall
VS

Dortmund

Germany

€1,247 ($1,356)

single / month

Category Breakdown (USD)

ExpenseFlensburgDortmundCheaper
Meal at an inexpensive restaurant$9.75$12.68Flensburg
Three-course meal for two, mid-range$39.00$50.70Flensburg
Cappuccino$2.93$3.80Flensburg
Monthly groceries (single person)$221$287Flensburg
Monthly public transport pass$35.75$46.48Flensburg
Basic utilities for an 85m² apartment$94.25$123Flensburg
Internet (60 Mbps, unlimited)$27.30$35.49Flensburg
Fitness club membership$27.30$35.49Flensburg
Cinema ticket$7.15$9.30Flensburg
One-bedroom apartment in city centre$529$734Flensburg
One-bedroom apartment outside centre$368$511Flensburg
Three-bedroom apartment in city centre$1,104$1,532Flensburg
Total single-person budget$1,018$1,356Flensburg
Average net salary$3,300$4,290

Verdict

Flensburg is cheaper overall. A single-person monthly budget in Flensburg runs about $1,018 versus $1,356 in Dortmund — a difference of roughly 33%.

Salary-adjusted, Dortmund leaves more disposable income after basic expenses. Both figures are model estimates — see each city page for local-currency detail.

Full cost of living in Flensburg  ·  Full cost of living in Dortmund

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flensburg cheaper than Dortmund?
Yes. A single person spends an estimated $1,018 per month in Flensburg versus $1,356 in Dortmund — about 33% less.
How far is Flensburg from Dortmund?
The straight-line distance between Flensburg and Dortmund is approximately 386 km (240 miles).
Which city has better salaries, Flensburg or Dortmund?
The estimated average net salary is $3,300 in Flensburg and $4,290 in Dortmund. After living costs, a single person keeps roughly $2,282 in Flensburg versus $2,934 in Dortmund per month.