# Gdynia

- Kind: port
- Data version: 2026-10-14
- Reference month: 2026-10
- Checked: 2026-07-22
- Page: https://cruise-pitta.com/en/port/gdynia

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## Overview

Photo: Joymaster · [Public domain](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Gdynia_z_lotu_ptaka_-_080.JPG) · [Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Gdynia_z_lotu_ptaka_-_080.JPG)

Checked: none (unverified)

- Region: [View Northern Europe & Fjords on the map](https://cruise-pitta.com/explore?r=northern-europe)
- Description: A modern port city and gateway to historic Gdansk
- Port name: Gdynia
- English name: Gdynia
- Country: Poland
- Latitude / longitude: 54.52, 18.53

A modern Polish port city built in the 20th century, known for modernist architecture and a seaside promenade. Many cruise ships call here as the gateway to the historic city of Gdansk. Maritime attractions include museum ships and an aquarium, while the refreshing seaside atmosphere is a highlight.

Checked: 2026-07-22

## Port highlights

- Population: About 240,000
- Climate: A cool oceanic climate. Summers are mild and comfortable, while winters are cold.
- Language: Polish
- Currency: Polish zloty (PLN).
- Best time to visit: June to August (summer)

### Local food

Baltic fish dishes, pierogi, smoked herring, Polish-style soup

### Sights

- Dar Pomorza (sailing ship museum)
- Gdynia Aquarium
- Kosciuszko Square and pier
- Orlowo viewpoint

Checked: 2026-07-22

## Monthly average high / low temperatures

| Month | Average high (°C / °F) | Average low (°C / °F) |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Jan | 3 °C / 37 °F | -2 °C / 28 °F |
| Feb | 3 °C / 38 °F | -2 °C / 29 °F |
| Mar | 6 °C / 43 °F | 0 °C / 31 °F |
| Apr | 11 °C / 52 °F | 3 °C / 37 °F |
| May | 16 °C / 60 °F | 6 °C / 44 °F |
| Jun | 19 °C / 66 °F | 10 °C / 51 °F |
| Jul | 22 °C / 71 °F | 13 °C / 55 °F |
| Aug | 22 °C / 71 °F | 13 °C / 55 °F |
| Sep | 18 °C / 64 °F | 10 °C / 49 °F |
| Oct | 13 °C / 55 °F | 6 °C / 42 °F |
| Nov | 7 °C / 45 °F | 2 °C / 36 °F |
| Dec | 4 °C / 39 °F | -1 °C / 31 °F |

Calculated from NOAA GHCN-Daily station observations · Period: 1991–2020 · Station: LEBA · about 69.1 km from port · Approximate (distant station) · Last checked: 2026-10-04

Checked: 2026-10-04

## Local prices for travelers

- Compared with Tokyo, Japan (median of items): 118 (Tokyo = 100) (Estimated)
- Category: More expensive than Tokyo

Compared with Tokyo, coffee is somewhat cheaper; beer costs about the same; water, meals and a Big Mac are somewhat more expensive.

| Item | Amount | Currency | Checked |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Water 500 ml | PLN 2.94 | PLN | Checked: none (unverified) |
| Coffee | PLN 9.25 | PLN | Checked: none (unverified) |
| Inexpensive meal | PLN 28.00 | PLN | Checked: none (unverified) |
| Local beer | PLN 16.50 | PLN | Checked: none (unverified) |
| Big Mac | PLN 23.50 | PLN | Checked: none (unverified) |

- Survey month: 2026-10

Prices from Gdańsk, in the same metropolitan area · Amounts in the recorded local currency. No currency conversion applied. · Last checked: Oct 2026 (partly estimated) · Sources: Shop and menu prices · [The Economist, Big Mac Index](https://github.com/TheEconomist/big-mac-data) ([CC BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/))

Checked: none (unverified)

## Getting there from Japan

- Nearest airport: GDN
- Description: Unknown
- Airport to port (approx.): 30–45 min
- Ease of access: B — One connection (Estimated)

About 16 km from airport to port (straight-line distance) (Estimated)

Calculated from OurAirports coordinates

Access from Japan: A = direct flight / B = one connection / C = two or more connections (indicative)

Checked: 2026-07-22

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## Itineraries calling here

### [7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-7n-copenhagen)

- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords
- Itinerary: Jun–Sep 2027
- Departure months: 2027-06, 2027-07, 2027-08, 2027-09
- Itinerary: 4 itineraries
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 7 nights
- Departure / arrival: Copenhagen → Copenhagen
- Port: Copenhagen › Warnemunde › Stockholm › +3 › Copenhagen
- Cruise type: Round trip / 7
- Amount: From $750.00
- Fare level: Lower

Checked: 2026-10-09

### [10-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-copenhagen)

- Region: Northern Europe & Fjords
- Itinerary: May–Sep 2027
- Departure months: 2027-05, 2027-09
- Ship: MSC Magnifica
- Cruise line: MSC Cruises
- Duration: 10 nights
- Departure / arrival: Copenhagen → Copenhagen
- Port: Copenhagen › Warnemunde › Gdynia › +5 › Copenhagen
- Cruise type: Round trip / 9
- Amount: From $805.00 · Price on the US site (USD, incl. taxes; JPY is an estimate)
- Fare level: Lower

Checked: 2026-10-09

## Links

### External sites and sources

- [whc.unesco.org](https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1715)
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gdynia)
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gda%C5%84sk_Lech_Wa%C5%82%C4%99sa_Airport)
- [en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport)
- [The Economist, Big Mac Index](https://github.com/TheEconomist/big-mac-data)

### Related Cruise Pitta pages

- [View Northern Europe & Fjords on the map](https://cruise-pitta.com/explore?r=northern-europe)
- [7-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-7n-copenhagen)
- [10-Night Northern Europe & Fjords Cruise from Copenhagen](https://cruise-pitta.com/route/msc-magnifica-10n-copenhagen)

## Checked

Checked: 2026-07-22

## Sources

- secondary: whc.unesco.org — https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1715
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gdynia
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gda%C5%84sk_Lech_Wa%C5%82%C4%99sa_Airport
- encyclopedia: en.wikipedia.org — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport

Source: Wikipedia “[Gdańsk Lech Wałęsa Airport](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gda%C5%84sk_Lech_Wa%C5%82%C4%99sa_Airport)”, “[Gdynia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gdynia)”, “[Haneda Airport](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Haneda_Airport)” ([CC BY-SA 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/))
