Which place is cheaper, Kyoto or Beirut?
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 Beirut or Kyoto?
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 Kyoto. 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 Kyoto?
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.
Kyoto
Kyoto is a larger city of Japan, though it is very much set in the old ways. With quiet temples, sublime gardens, colorful shrines, and geisha walking amidst a city surrounded by stunning mountains, Kyoto feels like a world of another time and place. True to ancient Japanese tradition, most aspects of daily life are tied closely with the changing of the seasons.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Tokyo, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tokyo.
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Beirut Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.77Kyoto $108
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.77, while the average daily cost in Kyoto is $108. 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 Kyoto in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Kyoto $60
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Kyoto $120
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Kyoto
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Kyoto? 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 Kyoto Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Kyoto $7.17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Departure Transfer From Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $200
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.99
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Paragliding in Lebanon with Hotel Transfer From Beirut: $192
- Private Arrival Transfer | Beirut Airport to Your Hotel: $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kyoto
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kyoto:
- Shared Departure Transfer : Kyoto City to Kansai International Airport: $124
- Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Osaka Itami International airport: $76
- Private departure transfer from Kyoto city to Kansai International airport: $105
- Private Transfer: Tempozan Port ↔ Kyoto: $292
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $243
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Port to Osaka Kansai Airport (KIX): $221
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka city hotels: $221
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka Airport (ITM): $152
- Private Transfer from Maizuru Cruise Port to Osaka Airport (ITM): $137
- Private Transfer Kyoto Station to Kyoto City: $120
- Minivan Departure Transfer from Kyoto City to Kansai Airport KIX: $260
- Naruto & Boruto at Nijigen no Mori Entry & Transfer: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Kyoto?
Prices for flights to both Kyoto 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 $1.23Kyoto $39
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: $35
- 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
- Beirut Street Food Tour | Hummus, Knefeh & Manoushe: $135
- Beirut Street Food Tour | 4 Neighbourhoods · All Inclusive: $150
- Private Beirut Street Food Tour with Lunch | Max 6 People: $150
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kyoto
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kyoto.
- Kyoto Japanese Sweets (Nerikiri) Cooking Class & Matcha tea: $24
- Kyoto Nishiki Market Food Tour Hidden Tastings and Local Insights: $41
- Kyoto Izakaya Hopping: Pontocho & Gion Local Food Tour: $46
- Nishiki Market Food Tour-7 Tastings: $51
- Kyoto Home Cooking Class: Okonomiyaki & Japanese Cuisines: $51
- Japanese Cooking Class: $59
- T9 Kyoto Night Food Tour in Gion and Pontocho: $64
- Private Guided Traditional Buddhist Cooking in Japan: $69
- Ramen Bowl Painting & Cooking in Gion, Kyoto: $70
- Gion Food Tour 13 Dishes at 4 Eateries: $70
- Bento Box Cooking Class: $70
- Japanese Cuisine Cooking Class in Kyoto: $70
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Kyoto $12
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos: Small Group Tour with Hotel pickup: $30
- New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $30
- Beirut Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $36
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Guided Small-Group Tour to Jeita, Harissa, Byblos with Lunch: $45
- Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos with Lunch: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $45
- Sidon, Tyre & Maghdouche | Budget Small-Group Tour From Beirut: $45
Tours and Activities in Kyoto
Here are a few actual costs in Kyoto for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- (4hours)Zero Emission Car Private Kyoto Tour with Japanese Guide: $279
- 1 Day Kansai Tour from Osaka: $63
- 1 Day Matcha Farm Tour with Lunch and Bicycle Rental in Kyoto: $279
- 1-Day Kyoto Uji & Nara Tour with Tea Ceremony: $117
- 1-Hour Japanese Archery Experience in Kyoto: $54
- 1.5-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Experience with Tastings & Pairings: $68
- 10 Hrs Full day Kyoto Tour w/Hotel Pick-up: $629
- 10 Must-see Spots in Kyoto One Day Private Tour: $184
- 2 Hour GuidedTour of Arashiyama Highlights: $51
- 2 Hour Night Walking Tour Throughout Gion with snack: $32
- 3 Hour Vegan Walking Tour with Lunch: $127
- 3 Hours Kyoto Insider Sake Experience | Tasting Konteki: $84
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Kyoto $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: $75
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun Day Trip: $75
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut (Entrance Fee Included): $91
- Private Baalbek Temples & Ksara Wine Tour | From Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Wine Tour | Saint Thomas, Kefraya & Ksara · Beirut: $100
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar, Ixsir & Batroun from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | Ksara, Kefraya & Saint Thomas: $100
- Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour | 3 Wineries from Beirut: $100
- Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour from Beirut: $100
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
- PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
- Private Cedar Hike & Bekaa Wine Tour | Kefraya & Ksara: $150
Sample the Local Flavors in Kyoto
Also in Kyoto, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Kyoto's Sake District Brewery Tour and Tasting: $40
- Fushimi Sake Discovery Tour Tasting and Brewery Visit: $75
- Kyoto sake brewery experience tour (Includes 4 sake tastings): $79
- 3-Hour Kyoto Insider Sake Brewery Tour with Tastings & Pairings: $81
- Kyoto Arashiyama Bamboo, Temple, Monkey or Local Mountain Brewery: $86
- Fushimi Cherry Blossom and Sake Brewery Tour: $94
- Hidden Bar Crawl in Pontocho & Gion (Food & Drink Incl.): $105
- Fushimi Sake Brewery Tour - 18 Tastings in 2.5 Hours: $108
- Kyoto Kyo-Yuzen Craft Workshop Day Tour and Sake Brewery Visit: $141
- Private Kyoto Sake Brewery Tour: Certified Expert & Inside Access: $152
- Visit Whisky Distillery Tour from Kyoto: $225
- Kyoto Sake Brewery Tour with Lunch: $227
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Kyoto, we can see that Kyoto 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 Kyoto 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 Kyoto would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kyoto 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 Kyoto Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Kyoto?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of Kyoto. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Kyoto, 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.
When is the best time to visit Beirut or Kyoto?
Kyoto has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Beirut or Kyoto in the Summer?
Both Kyoto and Beirut during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Kyoto because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Kyoto in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Kyoto fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the summer, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Kyoto. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kyoto receives 183 hours of full sun.
Kyoto gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in July than Kyoto. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kyoto receives 236 mm (9.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Kyoto 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Kyoto in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Kyoto. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Kyoto this time of year.
In the autumn, Beirut is a little warmer than Kyoto. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Kyoto averages at about 18°C (64°F).
In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Kyoto during autumn. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies, while Kyoto receives 159 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Kyoto receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Beirut usually receives less rain than Kyoto. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Kyoto receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Kyoto 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Kyoto in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Kyoto. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Kyoto for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Kyoto. In January, Beirut is generally much warmer than Kyoto. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Kyoto fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
In the winter, Beirut often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Kyoto. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kyoto receives 140 hours of full sun.
Beirut receives a lot of rain in the winter. Beirut usually gets more rain in January than Kyoto. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Kyoto receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Kyoto 5°C (40°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Kyoto in the Spring?
Both Kyoto and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Kyoto in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Beirut is a little warmer than Kyoto in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Kyoto fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Kyoto during spring. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies, while Kyoto receives 176 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Kyoto. In April, Beirut usually receives less rain than Kyoto. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kyoto receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Kyoto 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Kyoto and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 154 mm (6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 251 mm (9.9 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 236 mm (9.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
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