Which place is cheaper, Ghent or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Ghent?
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 Ghent 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 Ghent?
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.
Ghent
Ghent is a large city in the northern part of Belgium (the Flanders region) with a population of about 250,000. This city was one of the most powerful cities in Europe during the Middle Ages, which is portrayed today, mostly through architecture. There is a large university in Ghent with over 60,000 students, and a large portion of the population are young students. However, among the natives and students, there are also many foreigners and artists that you will find walking the streets of the city. Ghent is also Belgium's second largest port city.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Cultural Tours in Belgium, and The Best Luxury Tours to Belgium.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $44Ghent $127
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $44, while the average daily cost in Ghent is $127. 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 Ghent in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Ghent $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Ghent $154
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Ghent
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Ghent? 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 Ghent Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.55Ghent $20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $3.65
- Belgrade to Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) - Departure Transfer: $35
- Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $39
- Belgrade airport transfer: $46
- Champs Limo Belgrade Serbia Private Transfers: $48
- Belgrade Airport transfer - Business Class: $51
- Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $52
- Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) to Belgrade - Round-Trip Transfer: $70
- Nikola Tesla BEG airport-private airport transfer: $75
- Private Airport Transfer: $84
- Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $88
- Private Airport Transfer from Belgrade to Novi Sad: $94
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ghent
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ghent:
- Ostend Bruges Airport(OST) to Bruges- Round-Trip Private Transfer: $63
- Departure Private Transfer from Ghent City to Brussels Airport by Business Car: $147
- Departure Private Transfer from Ghent City to Brussels Airport by Luxury Van: $166
- Ghent <-> Amsterdam Shuttle Transfer (1 to 8 Seats): $229
- Ostend <-> Luxembourg transfer (1 to 8 places): $233
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Ghent?
Prices for flights to both Ghent 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 $9.21Ghent $37
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Ghent
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Ghent.
- Walking food tour: Introduction to Ghent through food: $102
- Small-Group Food Tour in Ghent by Bike: $158
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.48Ghent $9.26
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.09
- Capture Belgrade:Audio Walking Tour in the Heart of the City: $3.19
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.27
- Belgrade City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.42
- Self-Guided City Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.42
- Sightseeing by open top bus: $14
- Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
- Yugoslavia Communist tour: $16
- Saint Sava Temple guided tour: $16
- Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $16
- Fortress Underground Tour w/Wine Along the River: $16
Tours and Activities in Ghent
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Ghent are as follows:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Gastronomic Walking Tour of Gent - Tasters included: $3.26
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Gent: $3.26
- Ghent city tour: audio guide in your smartphone: $5.35
- Self Guided City Audio Tour in Ghent: $5.45
- Hidden A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
- Ghent Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.08
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $8.02
- Medieval Center Guided Boat Tour: $11
- 40-Minute Historical Boat Tour of City Center: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Ghent $19
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 Ghent
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Ghent:
- Ghent Pub Trail : Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- Private Ghent Beer & Brewery Tour by a young local: $245
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Ghent, we can see that Ghent 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 Ghent would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ghent 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 Ghent Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Ghent?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Ghent. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Ghent, 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 Ghent?
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 Belgrade or Ghent in the Summer?
Both Ghent and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Ghent for the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Belgrade is a little warmer than Ghent. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Ghent averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Ghent. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Belgrade. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Ghent during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Ghent receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of rain as Ghent. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Ghent receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelgrade 23°C (73°F)Ghent 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Ghent in the Autumn?
Both Ghent and Belgrade during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many visitors come to Ghent in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
In October, Belgrade is generally a little warmer than Ghent. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Ghent fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In the autumn, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Ghent. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ghent receives 105 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Ghent. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Ghent receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelgrade 14°C (57°F)Ghent 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Ghent in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Ghent. Also, most visitors come to Ghent for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Ghent can be very cold during winter. Belgrade can get quite cold in the winter. Belgrade is much colder than Ghent in the winter. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Ghent fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Ghent during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Ghent receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Ghent. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Ghent receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelgrade 2°C (35°F)Ghent 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Ghent in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Ghent. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Ghent because of the natural beauty.
In the spring, Belgrade is much warmer than Ghent. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Ghent averages at about 8°C (47°F).
In the spring, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Ghent. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Ghent receives 158 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Ghent. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Ghent receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelgrade 14°C (56°F)Ghent 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Ghent and Belgrade
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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