Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Montreal?
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 Montreal. 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 Montreal?
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.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.25Montreal $213
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.25, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $213. 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 Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Montreal $134
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Montreal $268
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Montreal? 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 Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Montreal $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 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
- 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 Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer: Montreal City Center to Pierre E.T. Airport-YUL: $49
- Transfer Montreal International Airport to Quebec City: $995
- Transfer Montreal International Airport to Downtown Montreal: $187
- Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $90
- Private Transfer from Montreal hotels to Montréal Airport (YUL): $58
- Private Transfer from Montreal City to Montreal (YUL) Airport: $93
- Private Transfer To Quebec From Montreal YUL Airport: $404
- Private Transfer To Mont-Tremblant From Montreal YUL Airport: $220
- Private Transfer Montreal International Airport to Ottawa: $703
- Private One Way Transfer from Montreal to Montreal Airport: $60
- Private Airport Transfer In/Out of Montreal: $178
- Ottawa: Private Transfer To Montreal Airport: $217
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal 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 $0.71Montreal $37
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 Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$9.13
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Bateau-Mouche Cruise with A La Carte Dinner Option: $36
- No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $60
- Jean-Talon Market Non Touristy Walking Food Tour: $70
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $72
- Secret Food Tours: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy: $73
- Historical Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $75
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $75
- Guided Happy Hour Brew Tour in Montreal with Dinner: $87
- Mile End Montreal Original Food Tour - by Local Montreal Tours: $102
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $113
- Cooking Class & Tasting with Michelin-Trained Chef: $138
- Montréal: 3 or 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music: $147
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Montreal $21
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$54
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- Angrignon-Lasalle 4 Hours Cycling Tour: $72
- 1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour: $29
- 1h Sightseeing and Fun Boat Tour: $23
- 2 hour Tour of The Montreal Bagel: $56
- 3 Hour Montreal City Bike Tour with Wine or Beer (AM & PM): $65
- 3-Hour Scooter Sightseeing in Montreal: $80
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.99
- AURA experience at Notre-Dame Basilica and guided cruise: $74
- Awesome Curling Experience : $76
- Bell Centre: Montreal Canadiens Ice Hockey Game Ticket: $69
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $165
- Beyond the Basilica Non-Touristy Montreal Walking Tour: $51
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Montreal $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 Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $43
- Guided Pub Crawl of the City's Rooftop Bars: $88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Montreal, we can see that Montreal 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 Montreal is in North 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal 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 Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Montreal?
Montreal has a larger population, and is about 71% larger than the population of Beirut. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Montreal, 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 Montreal?
Montreal 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 Montreal in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Montreal. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Furthermore, many visitors come to Montreal in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Beirut is a little warmer than Montreal. Typically, the summer temperatures in Beirut in July average around 27°C (81°F), and Montreal averages at about 21°C (69°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Montreal this time of the year. In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Montreal. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Montreal in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Montreal. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Montreal for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.
In October, Beirut is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 25°C (77°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Montreal. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Montreal in the Winter?
Both Montreal and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Montreal because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Montreal can be very cold. Beirut is much warmer than Montreal in the winter. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).
Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Montreal. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Montreal in the Spring?
Both Montreal 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. Also, the activities around the city are the main draw to Montreal this time of year.
In the spring, Beirut is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the spring temperatures in Beirut in April average around 17°C (63°F), and Montreal averages at about 6°C (43°F).
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Montreal. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Montreal. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Beirut
| Beirut | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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.