Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Belfast?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belfast or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Belfast or Podgorica, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Belfast or Podgorica?
Belfast
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and the second largest city on the island of Ireland after Dublin. It has a population of about 270,000 and almost 500,000 in the metropolitan area. It's located on the mouth of the River Lagan and is set between many low hills that rise up around it.
One of the most famous, and tragic times in Belfast's history is referred to as "The Troubles." During this time, between 1969 and 1997, there were many bomb and gun attacks throughout the city. This left many areas as essentially no-go zones. Neighborhoods became completely lawless do to the lack of security and the damage is still visible today in some areas. In 1998 the Good Friday Agreement was signed and much of the politically motivated violence ended. The city actually received praise recently as the safest city in the UK based on crime rate. Tourism is growing and many visitors enjoy seeing this less popular travel destination. The city has a lot of character and will give you an interesting take on Irish and British history.
Belfast has a temperate climate and temperature and precipitation have little variation throughout the year. The climate is influenced by the warming effects of the Gulf Stream, making it warmer than many cities that are found at the same latitude. Rain is common with precipitation falling an average of 157 days a year. Snow is much less common, although it does happen about ten days a year. The warmest days during the summer may reach a temperature around 25 degrees Celsius and the coldest days have lows that drop just below freezing.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Tours for Seniors to United Kingdom, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelfast £133Podgorica £90
The average daily cost (per person) in Belfast is £133, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is £90. 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 Belfast and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelfast £68Podgorica £39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelfast £136Podgorica £78
Compare Hotels in Belfast and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Belfast or Podgorica? 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: Belfast Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belfast £14Podgorica £17
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belfast
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belfast:
- Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Belfast Accommodation - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Belfast Accommodation to Belfast City Airport (BHD) - Departure Private Transfer: $23
- Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Holywood Accommodation - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Belfast City to Belfast International Airport (BFS) - Departure Private Transfer: $27
- Belfast International Airport (BFS) to Lisburn City - Arrival Private Transfer: $27
- Private Belfast Arrival Transfer- Belfast City Airport to Belfast Hotel / Accomm: $44
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Belfast Airport: $44
- Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Belfast Accommodation - Roundtrip Private Transfer: $46
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Dundonald : $46
- Private Transfer from Belfast Central to Belfast City Airport (BHD): $50
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Bangor : $50
- Private Transfer from Belfast City Airport (BHD) to Comber: $50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Transfer Podgorica city center- Podgorica Airport: $22
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer: Podgorica Airport TGD to Podgorica in Sedan Car: $34
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to TGD Airport in Business Car: $41
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Private Transfer from Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port: $47
- Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Private transfer to Tivat: $54
- Private transfer to Kotor: $54
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Belfast or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Belfast 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 dayBelfast £51Podgorica £35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belfast
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belfast.
- Guided Craft Beer and Street Food Tour: $82
- Belfast Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $108
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belfast £18Podgorica £18
Typical Entertainment Prices in Belfast
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Belfast are as follows:
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Movie Tickets£8.00
Tours and Activities in Belfast
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belfast are as follows:
- Belfast’s Titanic Quarter: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.00
- Belfast's Iconic Sites: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $6.47
- Museum Ticket: $6.93
- Hillsborough Castle Gardens Entrance Ticket: $13
- If Buildings Could Talk Tour Belfast: $15
- If Buildings Could Talk Tour: $15
- Crumlin Road Gaol Experience: $18
- 2.5-Hour Street Murals Tour in Spanish: $19
- Belfast Tour App, Hidden Gems Game and Big Britain Quiz (1 Day Pass) UK: $19
- Belfast Murals Political Tour in Spanish: $19
- Line of Duty Guided Walking Tour: $21
- Belfast Line of Duty Walking Tour: $22
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.23
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Boat Cruise Viktor Skadar LakeVirpazar Kom MonasteryVirpazar: $14
- Lake Skadar Grmozur Fortress and Monastery Cruise: $16
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $66
- Walking tour, all the secrets of Podgorica: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelfast £7.86Podgorica £17
Sample the Local Flavors in Belfast
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Belfast:
- Pub Crawl and Bar Walking Tour with Two Drinks: $15
- Explore & Taste: Distillery Tour at Titanic Distillers: $32
- Belfast Giant's Causeway and Titanic Distillery Whiskey Tour: $69
- VIP Skip-the Line Titanic Museum and Distillery Tasting Tour: $119
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $78
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $98
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $121
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $129
- Full Day Private Podgorica Wine Tour Experience: $159
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $197
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belfast and Podgorica, we can see that Belfast is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Belfast would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Belfast than you might in Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belfast Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belfast or Podgorica?
Belfast has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Belfast and Podgorica, 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 Belfast or Podgorica?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Belfast or Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Belfast are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The summer months attract visitors to Belfast because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Belfast is much colder than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Belfast averages around 15°C (59°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. Belfast usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Belfast gets 151 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Belfast usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Belfast gets 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelfast 15°C (59°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Belfast or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Belfast during the autumn are popular places to visit. The city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Belfast this time of year.
In the autumn, Belfast is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Belfast in October average around 9°C (48°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Belfast often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Belfast gets 92 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Belfast usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Belfast gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelfast 9°C (48°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Belfast or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Belfast and Podgorica. Many travelers come to Belfast for the shopping scene and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Belfast. In January, Belfast is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Belfast average around 4°C (39°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Belfast usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Belfast gets 50 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Belfast usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Belfast gets 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelfast 4°C (39°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Belfast or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Belfast as well as Podgorica. Many visitors come to Belfast in the spring for the activities around the city.
Belfast is much colder than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Belfast averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Belfast often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Belfast gets 150 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Belfast usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Belfast gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelfast 8°C (46°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Belfast
| Belfast | Podgorica | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 11°C (52°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 13°C (55°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 15°C (59°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (41°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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