Which place is cheaper, Kingston or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Kingston 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.
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.
Kingston is Jamaica's capital city with a population of about 579,000. For being located on an island, Kingston is a very large city with several different zip codes. Not only is Kingston the cultural capital of the country, but also the commercial one as well.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $45, while the average daily cost in Kingston is $107. 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 Kingston in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kingston:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
Here are a few actual costs in Kingston for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Kingston:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Kingston, we can see that Kingston 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 Kingston is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Kingston would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kingston 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 Kingston Expensive?.
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Kingston. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Kingston, 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.
Belgrade has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Kingston experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Kingston. Kingston attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Belgrade is cooler than Kingston in the summer. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Kingston fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Kingston this time of the year. In Belgrade, it's very sunny this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Kingston during summer. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 254 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Kingston. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
The autumn brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Kingston. The warm climate attracts visitors to Kingston throughout the year.
In the autumn, Belgrade is much colder than Kingston. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Belgrade in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Kingston averages at about 28°C (82°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Kingston. In the autumn, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 229 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Kingston. Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Kingston. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Kingston and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Kingston because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It's quite cold in Belgrade in the winter. In January, Belgrade is generally much colder than Kingston. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 2°C (35°F), and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
It's quite sunny in Kingston. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Kingston during winter. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies, while Kingston receives 257 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Kingston. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
Both Kingston and Belgrade during the spring are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Kingston year-round.
Belgrade is much colder than Kingston in the spring. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Kingston fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Kingston, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the spring, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Kingston. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Kingston receives 251 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in April than Kingston. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Kingston receives 27 mm (1.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Belgrade | Kingston | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (83°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 29°C (83°F) | 107 mm (4.2 in) |
Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |