Which place is cheaper, Managua 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 Managua 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.
Managua is the capital, and largest city in Nicaragua. The economy is generally centered around the trade of coffee, cotton, and other types of agriculture. It also is a textile capital for the area. Managua is also a very reasonably priced destination in Central America. Restaurants and hotels are quite affordable and you'll find all kinds of international cuisine around the city. Transportation is also incredibly affordable and you'll find yourself pleasantly surprised at the cost of intercity bus rides.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Adventure Tours to Nicaragua, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Nicaragua.
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 Managua is $55. 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 Managua in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
Also for Managua, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Managua 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.
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:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Managua.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Managua, we can see that Managua 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 Managua is in Central 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 Managua would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Managua 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 Managua Expensive?.
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 31% larger than the population of Managua. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Managua, 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 Managua experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
The summer brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Managua. The warm climate attracts visitors to Managua throughout the year.
In the summer, Belgrade is cooler than Managua. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Managua averages at about 27°C (81°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Belgrade this time of the year. In the summer, Belgrade often gets more sunshine than Managua. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 175 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Managua. Belgrade usually gets less rain in July than Managua. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Managua and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Managua because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Belgrade is generally much colder than Managua. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Managua fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Managua during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 195 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Managua. In October, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Managua. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Managua receives 197 mm (7.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Managua and Belgrade during the winter are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Managua year-round.
The weather in Belgrade can be very cold. Belgrade is much colder than Managua in the winter. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Managua fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Managua, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Managua. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Managua receives 244 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in January than Managua. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Managua receives 4 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Managua. Managua attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In the spring, Belgrade is much colder than Managua. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Managua averages at about 29°C (84°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Managua this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than Managua during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Managua receives 242 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Managua. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Managua receives 6 mm (0.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Belgrade | Managua | |||
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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) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 27°C (80°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) |
Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 6 mm (0.2 in) |
May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 210 mm (8.3 in) |
Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 197 mm (7.8 in) |
Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 31°C (88°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) |