Which place is cheaper, Managua or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Managua?
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 Managua. 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 Managua?
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.
Managua
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Managua $55
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Managua is $55. 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 Managua in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Managua $23
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Managua $46
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Managua
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Managua? 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 Managua Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Managua $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $201
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Managua
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer From Managua International Airport: $90
- San Jorge Rivas Transfer: $47
- Rivas: Managua to Rivas Airport private transfer: $75
- Private Transfer in Nicaragua: $110
- Private Transfer from Managua City Hotels to Corinto Cruise Port: $71
- Private Transfer from Managua Augusto Airport to Corinto Port: $71
- Popoyo Beach Transfer: $90
- PRIVATE San Juan Del Sur Transfer: $56
- Airport private transfer from Managua.: $25
- Managua-San juan del sur: Airport private transfer: $125
- Managua-Leon: Airport private transfer from to Managua /Leon: $85
- Managua to Managua Augusto Airport (MGA) - Departure Transfer: $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Managua?
Prices for flights to both Managua 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 $0.71Managua $17
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, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Managua $16
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: $250
- 3 Hours ATV Rental Guided Tour in Nature: $130
- 3 days tour package : Jeita grotto-Byblos-Baalbek & Beirut tour: $295
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $250
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $150
- ATV (2 Seat) Half Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $120
- All in 1 Lebanon Local Multi day Tour, 3 days: $289
- Baalbek Tour: $111
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Group Tour: $95
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Guided Full-Day Tour from Beirut: $90
- Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Jeita Grotto and Byblos Tour: $170
- Beirut 3 museums + mini walking tour: $50
Tours and Activities in Managua
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
- 3 full days PRIVATE tour at Granada, Masaya and Leon area from Managua: $210
- Amazing Masaya Volcano at Night "Private Tour" : $88
- Between Volcanoes Tours; Granada-Masaya.: $155
- Granada Isletas and City tour: $68
- Laguna de Apoyo Day pass plus Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $60
- Managua City Tour: $84
- Managua City Tour: $88
- Managua Love Stories: A Romantic Tour: $191
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $323
- Managua’s Historic Gems: A Cultural Walking Tour: $164
- Masaya Volcano Night Tour: $53
- Masaya volcano Night Tour: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Managua $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour at Chateau Musar and Ixsir : $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
- From Full Day Wine Tasting in the Bekaa Valley Tour: $90
- 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: $103
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Managua, we can see that Managua 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 Managua 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 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 Managua would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Managua 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 Managua Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Managua?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 97% larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Managua, 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 Managua?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Beirut or Managua in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Managua. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Managua receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Managua. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Managua during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Managua. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Managua in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Managua. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Managua. Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Managua. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Managua. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun.
Beirut is around the same temperature as Managua in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Managua 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Managua in the Winter?
Both Managua and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Managua. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
It's quite sunny in Managua. Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Managua during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Beirut is much colder than Managua. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Managua averages at about 26°C (79°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Managua 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Managua in the Spring?
Both Managua 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
Beirut usually gets more rain in April than Managua. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Managua, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Managua. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun.
In April, Beirut is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Managua fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Managua 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Managua and Beirut
| Beirut | Managua | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |
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