Which place is cheaper, Pyeongchang or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Beirut and Pyeongchang. 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.
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.
Pyeongchang is a county of South Korea situated in the Taebaek Mountains in Gangwon Province. A popular location for winter sports, it was chosen as the host city for the 2018 Winter Olympics. Other attractions include Buddhist temples, parks, villages, and natural scenery.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Seoul, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Seoul.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Pyeongchang is $114. 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 Pyeongchang in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Pyeongchang? 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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Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Pyeongchang 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.
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Pyeongchang, we can see that Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pyeongchang 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 Pyeongchang Expensive?.
Pyeongchang has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Pyeongchang and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year.
In July, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 24°C (76°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Pyeongchang during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 144 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Pyeongchang. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 217 mm (8.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Pyeongchang 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.
Beirut is much warmer than Pyeongchang in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 15°C (60°F).
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 185 hours of full sun.
Pyeongchang gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Pyeongchang. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 112 mm (4.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Pyeongchang. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round.
It's quite cold in Pyeongchang in the winter. In the winter, Beirut is much warmer than Pyeongchang. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Pyeongchang averages at about 0°C (33°F).
Beirut usually receives less sunshine than Pyeongchang during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Pyeongchang receives 190 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 Pyeongchang. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Pyeongchang. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Pyeongchang. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Pyeongchang fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Pyeongchang. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the spring, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Pyeongchang. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Pyeongchang receives 204 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Pyeongchang. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Pyeongchang receives 77 mm (3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Beirut | Pyeongchang | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 1°C (35°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (76°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 262 mm (10.3 in) |
Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 216 mm (8.5 in) |
Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |