Which place is cheaper, Melbourne or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Melbourne?
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 Melbourne. 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 Melbourne?
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.
Melbourne
Melbourne is the second largest city in Australia, after Sydney. It is also the capital city of the state of Victoria, in southeastern Australia. Melbourne is arguably the best city to experience culture and the arts in Australia. There is a friendly rivalry between Melbourne and Sydney over livability and popularity and Melbourne is definitely the city to visit for its parks, shopping, restaurants, galleries and theaters. Like Sydney, it is situated on the water, at the head of Port Phillip Bay. It's a beautiful city, and although it lacks the major sights that you'll find in Sydney such as the Sydney Opera House or the Harbour Bridge, you will never find yourself lacking for entertainment. It is also a wonderful base for exploring many of the nearby highlights, including Grampians National Park, The Great Ocean Road, and Phillip Island where you can view the penguin parade.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Australia, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Australia.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.25Melbourne $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.25, while the average daily cost in Melbourne is $185. 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 Melbourne in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Melbourne $125
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Melbourne $250
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Melbourne
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Melbourne? 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 Melbourne Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Melbourne $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $47
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Melbourne
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Melbourne:
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Airport Bus$11
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Tram Ride$2.60
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Melbourne
Also for Melbourne, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Yarra Valley: Hot Air Balloon with Breakfast & CBD Transfers: $387
- Sydney Airport Transfer to Sydney CBD/ Other Suburbs: $74
- Southbank Crown: Private Transfer to MelAirport: $258
- Private Transfer from Melbourne Port to Melbourne Airport (MEL): $54
- Private Transfer Melbourne Airport: $105
- Private Luxury Transfer from Melbourne CBD to Melbourne Airport: $103
- Private Arrival Transfer: Melbourne Airports to Hotel: $91
- Private Airport Transfer in Melbourne: $105
- Mornington Peninsula - Melbourne Airport Transfers: $209
- Nighttime Private City Tour with Transfer & Stops: $83
- Airport to City Private Transfer (One-way): $82
- Airport Transfer Private Van > Melbourne CBD: $243
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Melbourne?
Prices for flights to both Melbourne 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 $0.71Melbourne $32
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
- Motorbike Tour in Beirut with Local Street Food Dinner: $50
- Motorbike Tour with Local Street Food Dinner: $50
- Beirut Street Food Tour, Lebanon: $74
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
- Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142
Typical Food Prices in Melbourne
For Melbourne, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee$2.74
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Pizza$4.79
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Melbourne
For Melbourne, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Multicultural Food Tour in Melbourne Markets: $53
- Queen Victoria Market: 'Flavours of Australia' Food Tour: $54
- Queen Victoria Market Early Access Food Tour: $55
- Eynesbury Homestead Dinner and Ghost Tour: $56
- Sunset Kayak Tour with Dinner: $82
- Melbourne Private Multicultural Markets Food Tour: $89
- Chinese Dumpling Cooking Class with a Drink: $101
- Secret Food Tour: $114
- Chinese Cooking Class Master: $125
- Choose Your Asian Cuisine Cooking Masterclass: $134
- Spirit of Melbourne Dinner Cruise: $136
- Thai Cooking Class: $137
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Melbourne $29
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Day Tour of Jeitta Grotto, Harrisa Telefrique and Byblos City: $150
- 3 Hours ATV Rental Guided Tour in Nature: $130
- 3-Day Tour of Beirut with Pick Up: $250
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $150
- ATV Adventure Half Day Guided Tour: $120
- Ancient Wonders: Baalbek, Anjar & Chateau Ksara Tour with Lunch: $55
- Anjar baalback & Ksara tour: $130
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Guided Full-Day Tour from Beirut: $90
- Beirut : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With Guide: $70
- Beirut : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With Guide: $68
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $35
- Beirut Downtown, Corniche and National Museum Tour: $64
Tours and Activities in Melbourne
For Melbourne, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Experience Yarra Valley: A Tailored private Wine Journey: $227
- 1 day Lake mountain snow tour : $84
- 1 day Puffing Billy Steam Train and Wildlife Tour from Melbourne: $139
- 2 Day Great Ocean Road Small Group Tour: $833
- 2 Day Great Ocean Road Tour from Melbourne: $232
- 2-Hour Farm Experience in Gateway Yarra Valley: $70
- 3-Day Great Ocean Road and Grampians Micro-Group Tour: $1,546
- 3.5 Hours Group tour Melbourne trouble-makers tour: $46
- 3/4 Day Sports Lovers Bus Tour of Melbourne with Tour Options: $188
- 4 Hours Sightseeing Small Group Tour in Melbourne City: $56
- African Wild Dog Experience at Werribee Open Range Zoo : $41
- Afternoon in Private Booze and History Tour : $68
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Melbourne $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Bekaa Valley Wine Tour: Savour Lebanon's Finest: $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
- Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch from Beirut: $82
- 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: $106
- Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110
Typical Alcohol Prices in Melbourne
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Melbourne from other travelers:
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Bottle of Wine$5.31
Sample the Local Flavors in Melbourne
Also in Melbourne, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Melbourne Pub Crawl: $18
- Weekly Bar Crawl: 5 Free shots, Club Entry: $20
- Spirits and Ales Haunted Pub Walking Tour: $27
- MELBOURNE Spirits and Ales Haunted Pub Tour: $27
- Distillery Tour & Tasting: $41
- Yarra Valley Food and Wine Tour with Lunch: $56
- Laid back,Small-Group Yarra Valley Wine Tour: Wine, Gin and Cider: $83
- Yarra Valley Day Trip with Local Wine Tastings from Melbourne: $108
- Yarra Valley Wine Tasting Day Tour from Melbourne: $111
- Southern Gippsland boutique Wine Tour with Tapas from Melbourne : $146
- Mornington Peninsula Winery Tour Including Wine Tastings and 2-Course Lunch: $166
- Mornington Peninsula Premium Tour with Wine Tasting at Yabby Lake : $181
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Melbourne, we can see that Melbourne 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 Melbourne is in Pacific, 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 Melbourne would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Melbourne 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 Melbourne Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Melbourne?
Melbourne has a larger population, and is about 95% larger than the population of Beirut. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Melbourne, 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 Melbourne?
Melbourne 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 Melbourne in the Summer?
Both Melbourne and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Melbourne for the beaches, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
Beirut is a little warmer than Melbourne in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Melbourne fluctuates around 20°C (68°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Melbourne. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Melbourne during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Melbourne receives 271 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Melbournein January. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Melbourne receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBeirut 27°C (81°F)Melbourne 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Melbourne in the Autumn?
Both Melbourne and Beirut during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Melbourne in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Beirut is much warmer than Melbourne. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Melbourne averages at about 15°C (60°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Melbournein April. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Melbourne receives 170 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets more rain in October than Melbournein April. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Melbourne receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBeirut 25°C (77°F)Melbourne 15°C (60°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Melbourne in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Melbourne. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Melbourne for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Melbournein July. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Melbourne fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Melbourne during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Melbourne receives 139 hours of full sun in the winter.
Beirut gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Melbournein July. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Melbourne receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBeirut 13°C (55°F)Melbourne 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Melbourne in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Melbourne. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Melbourne because of the beaches and the activities around the city.
Beirut is a little warmer than Melbourne in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Melbourne fluctuates around 14°C (57°F)in October.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Melbourne. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the spring, Beirut often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Melbournein October. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Melbourne receives 216 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Melbournein October. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Melbourne receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBeirut 17°C (63°F)Melbourne 14°C (57°F)
Typical Weather for Melbourne and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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