Which place is cheaper, Calgary or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Calgary?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Calgary. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Beirut or Calgary?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Calgary
Calgary is the largest city in Alberta and, located at the edge of the prairie and foothills, it is a gateway to the Rocky Mountains. If you're headed to Banff or Jasper, this is likely to be your first stop. It's also Canada's fourth largest city and worth a few days visit. Calgary's economy is diverse, but includes energy, financial services, film and television, transportation, technology, manufacturing, and much more.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Calgary $156
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Calgary is $156. 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 Beirut and Calgary in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Calgary $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Calgary $148
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Calgary
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Calgary? 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Calgary Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Calgary $13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Airport Departure Transfer From Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Calgary
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Calgary:
- Transfer in private minivan from Calgary Airport (YYC) to Calgary Downtown: $130
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Calgary Downtown - Calgary Airport (YYC): $77
- Transfer in Private Vehicle from Calgary Airport (YYC) - Calgary Downtown: $88
- Roundtrip Transfer Private Minivan Calgary Airport (YYC) -Calgary: $243
- Private Transfers during Calgary Stampede: $73
- Private Transfer from YYC Airport to Kicking Horse or Panorama: $78
- Private Transfer from Fernie to Calgary International Airport: $78
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport to Sunshine Village : $61
- Private Transfer from Calgary Airport to Calgary Hotels: $64
- One-Way Private Airport Transfer from Calgary to Calgary Airport: $80
- Lake Louise: Calgary to Lake Louise Private Transfer 1 Way: $472
- Departure Private Transfer: Calgary to Calgary Airport YYC in Business Car: $110
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Calgary?
Prices for flights to both Calgary and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $0.71Calgary $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
- Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
- Private Lebanese Home Cooking Class in Byblos with a Local Family: $86
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
Typical Food Prices in Calgary
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Calgary:
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Bread, Chips, Cheese$8.18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Calgary
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Calgary.
- Light Brunch & Food Tour at Calgary Farmers' Market WEST: $81
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Calgary $16
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $10
- Discovering Lebanon: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $15
- City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- Beirut Walking Tour - Discover Beirut by foot: $25
- New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $27
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $34
- Private Tour - Explore Anjar Lebanon: $35
- Beirut Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Downtown Beirut Walking Tour Including Lunch: $35
- Lebanon's Treasures: Jeita Grotto and Harissa Private Tour: $35
- Lebanon's Historic Gems: Private Tour of Jeita, Byblos & Harissa: $40
- Small Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar & Ksara with Hotel pickup: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Calgary
Here are a few typical costs in Calgary for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Stampede Admission (for 2)$22
Tours and Activities in Calgary
Here are a few actual costs in Calgary for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1 Day tour of Calgary Lake Louise, Moraine Lake and Emerald Lake: $74
- 2 Day Guided Tour in Banff National Park: $297
- 5 lakes in one day tour including Moraine Lake from Calgary. WOW!: $108
- 6-Hour Private City Tour Drive to Calgary Tower: $691
- Afternoon tour to Banff from Calgary: $243
- Banff Area & Johnston Canyon 1-Day Tour from Calgary or Banff: $120
- Banff Deep 1 Day Tour in Banff National Park: $178
- Banff Explorer Tour w/ Moraine Lake & Lake Louise | Private: $343
- Calgary City Highlights Bike Tour, E-Bike Upgrade Option | 3-Hour: $100
- Calgary Downtown: 2-Hour Introductory Walking Tour: $23
- Calgary Food Bike Tour: $105
- Calgary Food Walking Tour: Calgary Farmers Market: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Calgary $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $50
- Bekaa Valley Wine Tour: Savour Lebanon's Finest: $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
- Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $82
- Fabulous Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $88
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $104
Sample the Local Flavors in Calgary
Also in Calgary, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Calgary Brewery and Wine Tours at Award Winning Venues: $83
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Calgary, we can see that Calgary is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Calgary is in North 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Calgary would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Calgary than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Calgary Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Calgary?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 88% larger than the population of Calgary. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Calgary, 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.