Which place is cheaper, Funchal or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Funchal?
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 Funchal 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 Funchal?
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.
Funchal
Funchal is the capital city of the autonomous region of Madeira on the island of Madeira. The city is located to the south between the cities of Santa Cruz and Camara de Lobos. It is actually named for the fennel plant which grows liberally on the island. The city was most significant as a shipping center between the 15th and 17th centuries. Today it has a population of over 100,000 people and is, arguably, one of the most picturesque cities in Portugal. It's appeal as a tourist destination has made it the leading Portuguese port for cruise line dockings.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Tours for Seniors to Portugal, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Portugal.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $44Funchal $100
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $44, while the average daily cost in Funchal is $100. 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 Funchal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Funchal $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Funchal $110
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Funchal
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Funchal? 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 Funchal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.55Funchal $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $321
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Tuzla: $271
- Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $251
- Sarajevo: One-Way Private Transfer to Belgrade: $246
- Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $239
- Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $214
- Private City Tour with Transfer Options.: $214
- From Belgrade to Timisoara Private Transfer Tour: $192
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Valjevo: $155
- Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $144
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $144
- Private Transfer from Nikola Tesla Airport: $138
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Funchal
Also for Funchal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Madeira Airport Shuttle Transfer one way: $9.81
- Private One way Transfer Madeira Airport to or from Funchal: $22
- Private Transfer from Madeira Airport(FNC) to Madeira Cruise Port: $26
- Funchal Airport(FNC) to Funchal hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $26
- Funchal Private Transfers Service to Madeira Airport: $29
- Madeira Airport Private Transfers Service To Funchal: $33
- Transfer Madeira Airport - Funchal: $35
- Minibus Transfer: Funchal - Madeira Airport: $38
- Premium Transfer Madeira Airport - Funchal: $44
- Transfer and Hiking PR8 Sao Lourenço : $44
- Madeira airport transfer for up to 8 people: $49
- Madeira Airport Round Trip Shuttle Transfers Service: $49
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Funchal?
Prices for flights to both Funchal 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 $9.21Funchal $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $65
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
- The 10 Tastings of Belgrade Private Food Tour : $135
Typical Food Prices in Funchal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Funchal:
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Coffee$1.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Funchal
For Funchal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Private Walking Food Tour Around Funchal: $31
- Madeira Nights Tour - Dinner and Show: $41
- Sunset Tour to Pico do Arieiro with Dinner and Drinks included: $76
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
- Gourmet Wine & Food Tour: $112
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.48Funchal $16
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: $199
- The best of Novi Sad walking tour: $145
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $300
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
- Ada Lake Tour: $33
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $134
- BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $115
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $43
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $75
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $50
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $60
- Belgrade Bike Tour: $104
Tours and Activities in Funchal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Funchal.
- Portugal eSIM Tourist Data Plan: $4.81
- Sacred Art Museum of Funchal Entry Ticket: $11
- Old Funchal Walking Tour: $15
- Scenic Route - Nuns Valley Tour: $25
- Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 3 in 1: $27
- Christmas Lights in Funchal Tuk Tuk Tour: $27
- São Vicente Caves and Volcano Center Half-Day Tour: $27
- Majestic West Tour : $31
- Amazing East Tour : $31
- Magnificent East Tour: $33
- Exorbitant West Tour: $33
- Santana / Typical Houses Tour: $33
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Funchal $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
- Belgrade Reserved Pub Crawl: $49
- Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $55
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $55
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $55
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $71
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
Sample the Local Flavors in Funchal
Also in Funchal, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Skywalk and 4x4 Adventure with Amazing Views and Wine Tasting: $49
- Half day jeep Wine tour and tasting, & sea cliff adventure: $53
- Bestselling Wine Tour, Tasting Experience & Skywalk 4x4 Adventure: $53
- Wine tasting and Jeep Adventure in Madeira's Majestic Countryside: $56
- Pub Crawl: $59
- Shore Excursion: Private Madeira Tour & Wine Tasting: $86
- Amazing Skywalk, Wine Tasting & 4x4 Adventure + Dolphin Watching: $97
- Guided Toboggan Ride and Madeira Wine Tasting Tour: $98
- Tuk Tuk Wine Tour - Madeira Island: $102
- Weekends Madeira Wine Tasting São Vicente: $109
- Wine Tour by Overland Madeira: $150
- Visiting local Vineyard With Wine Tasting & Lunch included: $158
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Funchal, we can see that Funchal is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Funchal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Funchal 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 Funchal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Funchal?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Funchal. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Funchal, 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 Belgrade or Funchal?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Belgrade or Funchal in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Funchal.
In July, Belgrade is generally around the same temperature as Funchal. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and Funchal fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Funchal. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Belgrade this time of the year. In the summer, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Funchal. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Funchal receives 227 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in July than Funchal. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelgrade 23°C (73°F)Funchal 22°C (72°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Funchal in the Autumn?
Both Funchal and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Belgrade is cooler than Funchal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Funchal fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Funchal during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Funchal receives 183 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Funchal. In October, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Funchal. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 100 mm (3.9 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelgrade 14°C (57°F)Funchal 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Funchal in the Winter?
Both Funchal and Belgrade during the winter are popular places to visit.
Belgrade can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Belgrade is much colder than Funchal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Funchal averages at about 16°C (61°F).
In the winter, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Funchal. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Funchal receives 141 hours of full sun.
Funchal gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Belgrade usually gets less rain in January than Funchal. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelgrade 2°C (35°F)Funchal 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Funchal in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Funchal.
In April, Belgrade is generally cooler than Funchal. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and Funchal fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Funchal during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Funchal receives 182 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Funchal. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Funchal receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelgrade 14°C (56°F)Funchal 17°C (63°F)
Typical Weather for Funchal and Belgrade
| Belgrade | Funchal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
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