Which place is cheaper, Flores or Amsterdam?
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 Amsterdam or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Amsterdam or Flores, 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: Amsterdam or Flores?
Amsterdam
Amsterdam is the capital and most popular tourist destination in the Netherlands. Amsterdam is most famous for its canals that cross and weave around the city, but it also has a rich history, interesting culture, and liberal vibe that appeal to all types of travelers. The historical architecture, scenic bridges, and energetic cycling culture help this metropolitan area maintain its small town vibe, despite being the largest city in the country as well as the financial center.
Flores
The town of Flores is located in Peten, Guatemala. The main hub is located on an island on Lago Peten Itza, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway. On the other side of the causeway are the towns of Santa Elena and San Benito, however, all three are often referred to as Flores. Most people visit the area for its proximity to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, though the town itself is also charming with colonial buildings and historic churches lining the cobbled streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Amsterdam, The Best 2-Week Tours from Amsterdam, The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala.
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Amsterdam Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAmsterdam €211Flores €38
The average daily cost (per person) in Amsterdam is €211, while the average daily cost in Flores is €38. 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 Amsterdam and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAmsterdam €102Flores €7.67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAmsterdam €204Flores €15
Compare Hotels in Amsterdam and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Amsterdam or Flores? 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: Amsterdam Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Amsterdam €20Flores €7.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Amsterdam:
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Ride on Tram€3.20
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Renting a Bike€15
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One Hour Canal Cruise€10
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Single Day Transit Pass€2.60
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Transit Pass to Amsterdam Airport€3.40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amsterdam
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amsterdam:
- VIP Transfer from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam City or Back to the Airport: $99
- VIP Amsterdam Airport Departure Transfer: $74
- Transfer: Amsterdam City Center to Airport Schiphol (AMS): $39
- Taxi minibus Transfer cruise port Amsterdam to Hotel in Amsterdam: $139
- Taxi minibus Transfer cruise port Amsterdam to Airport Amsterdam: $162
- Taxi minibus Transfer Amsterdam Hotel to cruise port Amsterdam: $127
- Taxi Transfer from hotel in Amsterdam to cruise port in Rotterdam: $183
- Taxi Transfer from Schiphol Airport to Amsterdam: $93
- Schiphol to Amsterdam VIP Transfer | Meet & Greet Taxi: $174
- Schiphol airport to the cruise terminal IJmuiden. Private transfer.: $91
- Schiphol Amsterdam Airport Private Departure Transfer: $74
- Schiphol Amsterdam Airport Private Arrival Transfer: $75
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
- Belize/Caye Caulke/San Pedro Van or Ferry Transfer: $20
- One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Tikal National Park Guided Tour with Transfers: $24
- Transfer from Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tourists Only: $40
- From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $39
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores: $160
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
- Transfer : Mayan World Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
Is it cheaper to fly into Amsterdam or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and Amsterdam 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 dayAmsterdam €80Flores €20
Typical Food Prices in Amsterdam
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Amsterdam:
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Afternoon Tea€6.00
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amsterdam
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amsterdam.
- Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam with Set Lunch or Dinner: $36
- Self Guided Food Tour in De Pijp District of Amsterdam: $58
- Amsterdam Nightlife Ticket & VIP Dinner at Hard Rock Café: $59
- Amsterdam : Guided Cultural Food Tour: $69
- 3-course dinner party at a secret pop-up restaurant: $70
- Amsterdam Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $87
- Top 10 Tastes of Guided Walking Food Tour: $89
- NEW Amsterdam Breakfast Food Tour with Stroopwafel Workshop: $93
- Amsterdam Food Tour: +10 Tastes, Culture and Canals with Sherpa: $99
- Dinner Canal Cruise 4-Courses Including Drinks: $103
- 10 Tastes of Food Tour by UNESCO Canals and Jordaan: $109
- 3-course Dutch Dinner in Canal House Overlooking River Amstel: $117
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Amsterdam €36Flores €18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Amsterdam
Here are a few typical costs in Amsterdam for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Two tickets to the Houseboat Museum€6.00
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Entry for two to the Anne Frank House€17
Tours and Activities in Amsterdam
Here are a few actual costs in Amsterdam for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Hour Iconic Canal Belt Cruise: $60
- 1,5 hours Amsterdam Rickshaw Tour: $174
- 2 Hours Private Amsterdam Rickshaw Tour: $226
- 2 hour food tasting Tour in Amsterdam Group Tour: $104
- 2 hours Amsterdam City Tour in Pedicab: $232
- 2-hour Red Light District and Old Town Walking Tour in Amsterdam: $52
- 4Hrs with a Local in Full Private & Personalized Tour.: $278
- A 3-Hour Private Guided Tour Through Amsterdam with a Local: $290
- A day in the life of Amsterdam - Private tour with a local: $188
- A tasty stroll through Pijp: A self-guided audio tour: $5.75
- A'DAM LOOKOUT Entry Ticket with Food & Drink Options: $24
- ANGLE - Experience Amsterdam With a Local Photographer: $299
Typical Entertainment Prices in Flores
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Flores's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tikal Entrance (for 2)€34
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Map of Tikal€2.86
Tours and Activities in Flores
For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tour and transportation with tour guide to Tikal.: $20
- Tikal Sunset Tour Guided Exploration with Flores Pickup: $24
- Yaxha Shared Sunset Tour with Transportation & Guide: $25
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- Shared Guided Sunset Tour in Yaxhá from Flores: $25
- From Flowers Sunset Tour in Tikal: $25
- Tikal Sightseeing Tour: from Mundo Maya Airport in Flores: $30
- From Tikal Ruins Guided Tour: $31
- Tikal Ruins Day Tour from Flores: $31
- From Yaxha Ruins Guided Tour: $36
- From Tikal Sunrise Archaeological Tour: $37
- From 2-Day Semuc Champey Tour with Caves & Tubing: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAmsterdam €24Flores €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Amsterdam
Also in Amsterdam, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Red Light District Bar Crawl: $23
- Original Amsterdam Pub Crawl: $28
- Amsterdam Craft Beer Brewery Tour by Bus with Tastings: $75
- New Year's Eve Pub Crawl With Optional Club Entrance: $87
- Halloween Bar Crawl in Central Amsterdam: $99
- Private Amsterdam Red Light District and Pub Tour including drink: $101
- Dutch Wine Tasting Experience: $140
Typical Alcohol Prices in Flores
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Flores are as follows:
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Two Margaritas€2.29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Amsterdam and Flores, we can see that Amsterdam is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Amsterdam is in Europe and Flores is in Central 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 Flores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flores 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 Amsterdam would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Amsterdam than you might in Flores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amsterdam Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Amsterdam or Flores?
Amsterdam has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of Amsterdam and Flores, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.