Which place is cheaper, Wellington or Beirut?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Beirut or Wellington?
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 Wellington. 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 Wellington?
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.
Wellington
Wellington is the capital and second largest city in New Zealand. It sits on the southwestern edge of the North Island between Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range. It's a beautiful setting that is encircled by mountains giving it a beautiful backdrop. There are also many cultural sights and attractions around town. Wellington really is the perfect mix of New Zealand's natural beauty and a vibrant urban core. The film industry is also prevelant in the city. The city's production centers have helped create Lord of the Rings, The Hobbit trilogies, Avatar, Tin Tin, and District 9.
For some great organized tour ideas, see Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in New Zealand, and The Best Adventure Tours to New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.26Wellington $104
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.26, while the average daily cost in Wellington is $104. 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 Wellington in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Wellington $61
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Wellington $122
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Wellington
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Wellington? 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 Wellington Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Wellington $12
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: $46
- 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
- Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
- Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $201
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Wellington
Also for Wellington, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Wētā Workshop Experience with Guided Transfers: $61
- Wellington Airport Transfer to Wellington Hotels and Vice versa: $75
- Wellington Airport (WLG) to Wellington - Arrival Private Transfer: $28
- Private Transfer with Wellington Dial a Driver: $72
- Private Transfer from Wellington hotels to Wellington Cruise Port: $26
- Private Transfer from Wellington Cruise Port to Wellington Hotels: $26
- Private Airport Transfer: $78
- Departure Transfer: Wellington Central City Centre Hotels to Wellington Airport: $13
- Arrival Transfer: Wellington Airport to Central Wellington City Centre Hotels: $13
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Wellington?
Prices for flights to both Wellington 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 $0.71Wellington $30
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
Typical Food Prices in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner$9.02
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Wellington
For Wellington, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Walking Food Tour Of Wellington: $151
- A Taste Of Wellington Food Tour (half Day): $185
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Wellington $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 Wellington
For Wellington, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 5 hour Wellington City Heights Shared tour: $90
- A Taste of Kapiti - Kapiti Foodie Delights Tour: $288
- From Cave to Coast Wellington Highlights Tour: $118
- From Source to Sea Remutaka Mountain Bike Cycle Tour: $103
- From Half-Day Foodie Tour of the Wairarapa: $106
- From Taste Buds Tour of Petone: $167
- Full Day Lord of the Rings Tour: $178
- Full Day Tour of Wellington: $178
- Full-Day Wellington Self-Guided Electric Bike Tour: $51
- Fully customizable tours: $148
- Guided Small Group Walking Tour in Wellington: $45
- Guided Wellington Sightseeing Tour by Electric Bike: $78
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Wellington $12
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
Sample the Local Flavors in Wellington
Also in Wellington, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wellington Craft Brewery Half Day Tour: $93
- Wellington Craft Brewery Half-Day Guided Tour with Tastings: $96
- 5 hour Martinborough shared Chefs Wine Tour with Gourmet lunch: $151
- Martinborough Full Day Wine Tour: $169
- Chefs Private Martinborough wine tour with Gourmet Lunch: $361
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Wellington, we can see that Wellington 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 Wellington 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 Wellington would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Wellington 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 Wellington Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Wellington?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 5 times larger than the population of Wellington. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Wellington, 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 Wellington?
Wellington 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 Wellington in the Summer?
Both Wellington 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 Wellington for the beaches, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
Beirut is much warmer than Wellington in the summer. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 27°C (81°F) in July, and Wellington fluctuates around 18°C (64°F)in January.
It's quite sunny in Wellington. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Wellington during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Wellington receives 242 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Wellingtonin January. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryBeirut 27°C (81°F)Wellington 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Wellington in the Autumn?
Both Wellington 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 Wellington in the autumn for the hiking trails and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Beirut is much warmer than Wellington. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Beirut in October average around 25°C (77°F), and Wellington averages at about 15°C (58°F)in April.
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Wellingtonin April. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Wellington receives 163 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Wellingtonin April. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 82 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilBeirut 25°C (77°F)Wellington 15°C (58°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Wellington in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Wellington. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Wellington for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Wellingtonin July. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 13°C (55°F), and Wellington fluctuates around 10°C (49°F).
Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Wellington during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Wellington receives 122 hours of full sun in the winter.
Wellington receives a lot of rain in the winter. Beirut gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Wellingtonin July. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 111 mm (4.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyBeirut 13°C (55°F)Wellington 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Wellington in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Wellington. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Wellington because of the beaches.
Beirut is a little warmer than Wellington in the spring. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 17°C (63°F) in April, and Wellington fluctuates around 13°C (55°F)in October.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the spring, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Wellingtonin October. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Wellington receives 180 hours of full sun.
Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Wellingtonin October. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Wellington receives 93 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberBeirut 17°C (63°F)Wellington 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Wellington and Beirut
| Beirut | Wellington | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 113 mm (4.4 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 98 mm (3.9 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 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.