A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Belgrade vs. Kathmandu for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Belgrade or Kathmandu?

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 Kathmandu 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 Kathmandu?

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.

Kathmandu

Kathmandu is the capital and largest city in the country of Nepal. Its metropolitan area forms one large urban area that includes the area of Patan to the south. As of 2011 there were 2.5 million residents in the Kathmandu metropolis and over 3 million in the entire metropolitan area. Kathmandu is likely to be your entry point into Nepal and is a great place to pick up supplies and arrange the details for any treks you hope to do. Many travelers rush through Kathmandu, turned off by the pollution and crowds, but to skip Kathmandu is to miss a major cultural, financial, and influential part of what defines the country of Nepal. The city itself is quite fun to explore if you allow it enough time and an open mind.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Nepal, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Nepal.


Which place is cheaper, Kathmandu or Belgrade?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Belgrade Prices
    Serbia Prices
    Kathmandu Prices
    Nepal Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Belgrade $49
    Kathmandu $60

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $49, while the average daily cost in Kathmandu is $60. 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 Kathmandu in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $29
    Kathmandu $39
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $58
    Kathmandu $78
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Kathmandu

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Kathmandu? 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.

Hotels in Belgrade


Hotels in Kathmandu


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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 Kathmandu Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $5.34
    Kathmandu $6.69

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $4.53
  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $37
  • Private Limo Transfer from Beograd Airport to Belgrade downtown : $37
  • Airport Transfer to a city location: $41
  • Serbia: Belgrade Airport One-way Transfers: $43
  • Belgrade airport transfer (by car): $44
  • Belgrade Private Airport Transfer: $44
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $47
  • Belgrade to Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) - Departure Transfer: $47
  • Champs Limo Belgrade Serbia Private Transfers: $48
  • Private transfer from Belgrade Airport: $53
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $61

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Kathmandu

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Kathmandu:


  • Taxi Ride
    $1.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kathmandu

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kathmandu:

  • One-Way Transfer Airport to Hotel: $5.77
  • Private Kathmandu Airport Transfer - One-way transfer: $7.00
  • Kathmandu - Arrival transfer from airport to hotel : $12
  • Kathmandu Airport Private Transfers: $13
  • Private car transfer from Kathmandu Airport to hotels in Kathmandu: $15
  • Kathmandu Airport Private Transfers: $15
  • From Bus Transfer to Pokhara: $16
  • Kathmandu Airport Private Transfer Service: $17
  • TIA Kathmandu Airport transfer: $18
  • 1-Hour Mountain Flight with Optional Transfer: $19
  • Transfer to Lumbini by Lord Krishna Bus: $19
  • Kathmandu airport transfer service: $19

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Kathmandu?

Prices for flights to both Kathmandu 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Belgrade $15
    Kathmandu $14

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: $58
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $63
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $72
  • Traditional Serbian Cooking Class in Belgrade with Locals: $76
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $121
  • Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $162

Typical Food Prices in Kathmandu

Some typical examples of dining costs in Kathmandu are as follows:


  • Dessert
    $1.30
  • Dinner for Two
    $2.89

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kathmandu

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Kathmandu.

  • Nepali Cooking Class with Momo Making & Pickup: $4.88
  • Nepali Cooking Class & Momo Making with Pickup: $5.00
  • Nepali Cooking Class and Momo Making Workshop: $6.00
  • Cooking Class Experience Dal Bhat & Momo Making: $11
  • Cultural Dinner Show with Traditional Dance: $18
  • Cultural Stay in Kathmandu and experience dinner with family: $18
  • Private Cooking class with Pickup and Drop: $20
  • Nepali and Newari Cooking Class with Optional …: $21
  • Half Day Cooking Class in Thamel with Local Market Visit: $23
  • Cooking Class in Nepal: $25
  • Private Half -Day Cooking Class with Meals: $26
  • Nepal: Dinner at a Local Home with a Local Family: $28

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.30
    Kathmandu $7.73

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.15
  • Belgrade Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.30
  • Red Star Football Club Museum Ticket: $7.19
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $11
  • Downtown Belgrade Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $13
  • Sightseeing by Open-top Bus: $13
  • Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
  • Bus tickets from airport to city centre: $14
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $15
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $15
  • Self-guided kayak tour in Belgrade : $23
  • Belgrade walking tour 11:00 or 17:30: $26

Typical Entertainment Prices in Kathmandu

Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Kathmandu are as follows:


  • Monkey Temple for Two
    $1.45
  • Patan Durbar Square Entrance for Two
    $3.62
  • Swayambhunath Stupa
    $1.45

Tours and Activities in Kathmandu

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kathmandu are as follows:

  • 4 UNESCO World Heritage Site Tour Nepal: $0.41
  • Private Sightseeing Tour: $2.25
  • Old A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.40
  • Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour with Guide: $9.38
  • Private 4 UNESCO World Heritage Tour - 5 Hours: $9.76
  • Private 7 UNESCO World Heritage Tour with Lunch: $10
  • Private 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour with Lunch: $10
  • Privet Day Tours in Kathmandu Nepal : $10
  • 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Tour with Lunch: $10
  • Kathmandu : City Highlights Bus Tour Full Day: $10
  • Kathmandu TO Gorkha Bus Ticket: $11
  • Mount Everest Scenic Tour (check exclusion part): $11

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $20
    Kathmandu $5.55

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: $43
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $50
  • Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $53
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $77
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $89
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $93
  • Belgrade Beer tour with beer tasting and local craft brewery: $102
  • Private Novi Sad, Titanic wine tasting and Farmer's House: $104
  • Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $178

Sample the Local Flavors in Kathmandu

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kathmandu:

  • Nightlife and Pub Crawl Tour: $32
  • Kathmandu Nightlife Tour - Pub Crawl: $113


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Kathmandu, we can see that Kathmandu 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 Kathmandu is in Asia, 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 Kathmandu would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kathmandu 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 Kathmandu Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Kathmandu?

Kathmandu has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Kathmandu, 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.