Which place is cheaper, Lucknow 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 Lucknow?
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 Lucknow. 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 Lucknow?
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.
Lucknow
Lucknow, located in the central region of Awadh, is the capital city of the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. With a very rich cultural and historical past, Lucknow has been at the heart of North Indian culture for many centuries. It thrives in areas of art, cuisine, dance, culture, music, and more.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Yoga Tours and Retreats in India, and The Best Luxury Tours to India.
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Beirut Prices
Lebanon PricesLucknow Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.77Lucknow $51
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.77, while the average daily cost in Lucknow is $51. 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 Lucknow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Lucknow $16
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Lucknow $32
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Lucknow
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Lucknow? 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 Lucknow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Lucknow $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $50
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer | Beirut Hotel to Airport: $10
- Private Arrival Transfer | Beirut Airport to Your Hotel: $10
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport Luxury Car Transfer: $70
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $25
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $200
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lucknow
Also for Lucknow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Lucknow to Kanpur: $25
- Private Transfer from Chaudhary Charan Singh (LKO) Airport to Lucknow: $45
- Premium Lucknow Airport Transfer: Comfortable & Convenience: $23
- One-Way Transfer Agra-Lucknow by Private AC Car: $107
- Lucknow, Varanasi, Ayodhya or Prayagraj: One-Way Transfer: $42
- Lucknow Airport Private Arrival Transfers: $8.14
- Lucknow 3-Days Private Tour with Hotel and Transfers: $246
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Lucknow?
Prices for flights to both Lucknow 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 $1.23Lucknow $26
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, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Beirut Street Food Tour, Lebanon: $85
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Beirut Street Food Tour | Hummus, Knefeh & Manoushe: $135
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
- Beirut Street Food Tour | 4 Neighbourhoods · All Inclusive: $150
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Lucknow $13
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 Days Lebanon Holiday Tour Package: $264
- 3 days tour package : Jeita grotto-Byblos-Baalbek & Beirut tour: $295
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $264
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $195
- ATV (2 Seat) Half Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $120
- ATV Adventure Half Day Guided Tour: $120
- Anjar baalback & Ksara tour: $130
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Semi-Private Tour | Max 10 · Lunch Incl: $55
- Anjar, Baalbek & Ksara Winery Small-Group Tour | Lunch Included: $55
- Archery Activity Experience with Guide From Beirut, Lebanon: $58
- BEYOND CHOUF mountains - Hidden Gems Mountains Day Tour: $250
- Baalbek, Jeita Grotto & Byblos Private Tour | From Beirut: $150
Tours and Activities in Lucknow
For Lucknow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 5-Hour Lucknow Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Pickup: $69
- A Walking Tour for Vegetarian Foodies in Lucknow: $180
- Ayodhya Temple tour From Lucknow - Day tour: $110
- Best of Lucknow (Guided Halfday Sightseeing Tour by Car): $73
- Colonial Walk of Lucknow (2 Hours Guided Walking Tour): $12
- Cultural Walking Tour of Lucknow with Local Snacks: $17
- Custom Private Lucknow Sightseeing Trip with Guided Trip: $54
- Day Tour Of Lucknow: $22
- Exploring Lucknow in Nightlights: Guided Tour by Foot: $14
- Flavors of Guided Food Tasting Tour with a Local: $23
- From Delhi: Taj Mahal Skip-the-Line Tour Fast-Track Entry: $75
- From 1 Day Tour With Private Car & Driver: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Lucknow $6.15
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut (Entrance Fee Included): $91
- 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 | 3 Wineries from Beirut: $100
- Private Bekaa Wine Tour | 3 Wineries · St Thomas, Kefraya & Ksara: $100
- Private Wine Tour | Chateau Musar & Ixsir Winery from Beirut: $100
- PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
- Discover Wine Tasting Lebanese Tour Experience: $170
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $232
Sample the Local Flavors in Lucknow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lucknow:
- Pub Crawl Lucknow: $35
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Lucknow, we can see that Lucknow 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 Lucknow 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 Lucknow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lucknow 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 Lucknow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Lucknow?
Lucknow has a larger population, and is about 29% larger than the population of Beirut. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Lucknow, 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.