Which place is cheaper, Islamabad or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Islamabad. 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.
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.
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, and The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Islamabad is $41. 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 Islamabad in more detail.
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Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Islamabad, we can see that Islamabad 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 Islamabad is in Asia, 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 Islamabad would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Islamabad 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 Islamabad Expensive?.
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Islamabad, 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.
Islamabad has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Islamabad. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round.
It's very hot in Islamabad this time of the year. In July, Beirut is generally cooler than Islamabad. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Islamabad fluctuates around 32°C (90°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Islamabad during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Islamabad receives 247 hours of full sun in the summer.
Islamabad receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Islamabad. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Islamabad. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Islamabad in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Islamabad fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Islamabad. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Islamabad receives 287 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets more rain in October than Islamabad. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Islamabad and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year.
In the winter, Beirut is around the same temperature as Islamabad. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Islamabad averages at about 14°C (57°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Islamabad during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Islamabad receives 213 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Islamabad. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Islamabad and Beirut during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Beirut is generally much colder than Islamabad. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Islamabad fluctuates around 27°C (80°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets less sunshine than Islamabad. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Islamabad receives 258 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets more rain in April than Islamabad. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Islamabad receives 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Beirut | Islamabad | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) |
May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |