Which place is cheaper, Cancun or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Cancun?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Cancun can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.
Where Should I go: Belgrade or Cancun?
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
Cancun
In the northeast corner of the Mexican Caribbean, Cancun is one of Mexico's most popular destinations. The area that is now Cancun was actually selected specifically by the Mexican government for development as a tourist destination. The area was chosen because it has fourteen miles of beautiful white beaches, nearby Mayan ruins, and turquoise blue water with nearby snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities. Prior to its development as a tourist destination, there were few inhabitants in the area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Serbia, The Best Cultural Tours in Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Playa del Carmen, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Cancun.
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Belgrade Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $51Cancun $138
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $51, while the average daily cost in Cancun is $138. 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 Belgrade and Cancun in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Cancun $80
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Cancun $160
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Cancun
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Cancun? 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: Belgrade Hotel Prices and Cancun Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.51Cancun $15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- VAN Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $84
- Transfer service to Kopaonik from Belgrade Airport or hotel: $169
- Serbia：Private Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik: $273
- Serbia: Shared Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik（Chinese）: $188
- Serbia: Belgrade Airport One-way Transfers: $44
- Sarajevo: One-Way Private Transfer to Belgrade: $243
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $317
- Private transfer from Belgrade or Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad: $167
- Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $54
- Private Transfer from Sremski Karlovci to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $125
- Private Transfer from Novi Sad to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $125
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Downtown to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $37
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cancun
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Cancun:
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Taxi Around Town$1.37
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Airport Shuttle (for 2)$11
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Ferry to Isla de Mujeres (for 2)$14
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Local Bus (for 2)$1.67
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cancun
Also for Cancun, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Transfer from Cancun Airport: $6.00
- Cancun Airport Small-Group Transfer to Cancun Hotels: $6.00
- Shared Transfer from Cancun Airport : $6.00
- Cancun Airport private transfer to Cancun hotel zone: $15
- Private Transfer in Cancun: $17
- Shared Round-Trip Transfer To/From Cancun International Airport: $19
- Cancun Private Transfer from Hotel Zone/Downtown to Airport (CUN): $19
- Cancun Private Airport Transfer (CUN) to Hotel Zone & Dowtown: $19
- transfers between hotels in Cancun hotel strip: $20
- Shared Transfer to Cancun Downtown or Hotel Zone: $20
- Cancun Hotel Zone Private Transfer From & To Cancun Airport: $21
- Private transfer to Cancun Airport from hotels in Cancun Area: $23
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Cancun?
Prices for flights to both Cancun and Belgrade 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 dayBelgrade $16Cancun $40
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- Serbian Evening-Entertainment Program and Traditional Dinner: $59
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $64
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $74
- Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $75
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $124
- Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $165
Typical Food Prices in Cancun
For Cancun, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$17
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cancun
For Cancun, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Señor Frogs Ticket with 2-Course Dinner and Drink: $39
- Captain Hook: Pirate Show and Dinner Cruise in Cancun: $46
- The Ultimate Cancun Taco & Street Mexican Food Tour: $47
- Mayan Chichen Itza And Pirate Dinner Two Day Experience: $57
- (2x1 price) Pirate Night! Dinner, Fun and Show: $63
- (2x1 price) Dinner Show and Pirates Experience : $63
- Cancun Street Food Tour with Food Stalls, Local Market and Murals: $64
- Puerto Morelos Walking Food Tour: $65
- Cancun Walking Food Tour: Local Food, Markets, and Street Art.: $65
- Private Ultimate Cancun Taco and Street Mexican Food Tour: $69
- Cooking Show & Tequila Tasting: $71
- Cancun Authentic Downtown Food Tour: Tacos and Local Flavors: $78
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.44Cancun $29
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- Magic Christmas tour in Novi Sad: $197
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $295
- 1h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $159
- 2000 years of walking tour across the Old City: $31
- 4h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $190
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $42
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $132
- Avala Mountain Tour: $89
- BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $115
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $42
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $31
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $29
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cancun
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Cancun's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Seasick Pills$0.49
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Whale Shark Tour (for 2)$83
Tours and Activities in Cancun
For Cancun, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Visit to 5th Avenue in Playa del Carmen + Shopping Tour: $7.67
- Tour to Kin Ha Cenotes with Craft Jewelry Workshop : $9.59
- Cancun Mayan Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket: $12
- Guided Walking Tour of the Punta Cancun Lighting Tower: $14
- Full-Day Catamaran Tour to Isla Mujeres from Cancun with Lunch: $14
- Discover Isla Mujeres tour with snorkel, buffet and open bar : $15
- Speedboat jungle tour and snorkel: $15
- Half Day National Reef Park Snorkel Adventure in Puerto Morelos: $15
- VIP Complete Tour to Tulum, Coba, Cenote and Playa del Carmen: $15
- Isla Mujeres sailing tour in catamaran Open Bar& Lunch Included: $16
- Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus City Tour: $17
- Isla Mujeres tour from Cancún (open bar, lunch ) : $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Cancun $11
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Belgrade Chuggalong - A unique Pub Crawl experience!: $22
- RE:PLAY Pub Crawl Belgrade: $44
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
- Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $54
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $79
- Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $96
- Belgrade Beer tour with beer tasting and local craft brewery: $105
- Private Novi Sad, Titanic wine tasting and Farmer's House: $106
- Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $183
- Full-Day Tour along Danube with Three Stronghold Sightseeing and Wine Tasting: $209
Sample the Local Flavors in Cancun
Also in Cancun, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Social Pub Crawl in Cancun: $32
- Brewery Tour / Craft Beer Tasting Cancun Mexico: $129
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Cancun, we can see that Cancun is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Belgrade is in Europe and Cancun 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 Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Cancun would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cancun than you might in Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belgrade Expensive? and Is Cancun Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Cancun?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Cancun. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Cancun, 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.
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.