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

Should you visit Belgrade or Montreal?

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 Montreal 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 Montreal?

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.

Montreal

While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.

Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Serbia, The Best Cultural Tours in Serbia, The Best Northern Lights Tours in Canada, and The Best Luxury Tours to Canada.


Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Belgrade?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $51, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $231. 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 Montreal in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $30
    Montreal $129
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $60
    Montreal $258
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Montreal

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Montreal? 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 Montreal


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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 Montreal Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $5.51
    Montreal $20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $317
  • Private Transfer Belgrade to Sarajevo: $298
  • Serbia:Private Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik: $271
  • Sarajevo: One-Way Private Transfer to Belgrade: $243
  • Private Transfer from Anywhere in Belgrade to Zlatibor: $240
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Subotica: $238
  • Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $210
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $201
  • From Belgrade to Timisoara Private Transfer Tour: $189
  • Serbia: Shared Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik(Chinese): $187
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $172
  • Transfer service to Kopaonik from Belgrade Airport or hotel: $168

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal

Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Private Transfer from Montreal Airport YUL to Montreal / Bromont: $33
  • Transfer: Montreal City Center to Pierre E.T. Airport-YUL: $47
  • Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $48
  • Private One-way Transfer from Montreal Airport to Montreal: $57
  • Private One Way Transfer from Montreal to Montreal Airport: $57
  • Private Arrival Transfer from Montreal Airport YUL: $58
  • Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
  • Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $70
  • Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $77
  • Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $79
  • Departure Private Transfer: Montreal to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $115
  • Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $115

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Montreal?

Prices for flights to both Montreal 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 $16
    Montreal $61

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: $59
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $64
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $74
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $75
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $124
  • Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $165

Typical Food Prices in Montreal

Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:


  • Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee
    $8.81

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal

For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Jean-Talon Market Non Touristy Walking Food Tour: $47
  • No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $58
  • Secret Food Tours: Montreal - Jean-Talon & Little Italy: $77
  • Historical Food Tour with 6 Tastings: $77
  • Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $78
  • Guided Happy Hour Brew Tour in Montreal with Dinner: $83
  • Mile End Montreal Original Food Tour - by Local Montreal Tours: $97
  • Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $108
  • Farmer's Market + Street Food Tour x Michelin-Trained Chef: $124
  • Cooking Class & Tasting with Michelin-Trained Chef: $133
  • Christmas River Cruise with Dinner & Entertainment: $141
  • Montreal Cooking Class and Tasting Menu x Michelin-Trained Chef: $158

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.44
    Montreal $21

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: $197
  • "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $295
  • 1h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $158
  • 2000 years of walking tour across the Old City: $30
  • 4h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $189
  • Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $42
  • Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $131
  • Avala Mountain Tour: $89
  • BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $115
  • Belgrade 20th century tour: $42
  • Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $30
  • Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $28

Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal

For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:


  • Botanical Gardens (family of 4)
    $52

Tours and Activities in Montreal

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.

  • Montreal Art Center & Museum Audio Guided Tour: $9.74
  • McCord Stewart Museum Entry Ticket: $14
  • Montreal Zipline Adventure: $16
  • Montreal Old Port: Urban Zipline Ticket: $18
  • Making Their Mark: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour: $21
  • Rabbis, Writers and Radicals: Montreal Jewish History Walking Tour: $21
  • 1hr Sunset Boat tour on the St Lawrence River Old Port Montreal: $22
  • The Original Murals and Street Art Walking Tour: $23
  • Old Montréal Small-Group Christmas Tour: $23
  • East Side Old Montreal Guided Walking Tour: $23
  • Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $23
  • History Walking Tour of Old Montreal: $23

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $21
    Montreal $16

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: $44
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $51
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
  • Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $54
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $79
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $96
  • Belgrade Beer tour with beer tasting and local craft brewery: $104
  • Private Novi Sad, Titanic wine tasting and Farmer's House: $106
  • Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $183
  • Full-Day Tour along Danube with Three Stronghold Sightseeing and Wine Tasting: $209

Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:


  • Vodka
    $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal

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

  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $21
  • Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
  • Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $41
  • Guided Pub Crawl of the City's Skyline Bars: $84


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


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Montreal?

Montreal has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Montreal, 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 Montreal?

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 Montreal in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Montreal. Also, most visitors come to Montreal for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

Belgrade is around the same temperature as Montreal in the summer. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Montreal. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Belgrade this time of the year. In the summer, Belgrade often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Montreal. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 276 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in July than Montreal. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Montreal 21°C (69°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Montreal in the Autumn?

Both Montreal and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Montreal because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.

In the autumn, Belgrade is much warmer than Montreal. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Belgrade in October average around 14°C (57°F), and Montreal averages at about 8°C (47°F).

Belgrade usually receives more sunshine than Montreal during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 141 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Montreal. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Montreal 8°C (47°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Montreal in the Winter?

Both Montreal and Belgrade during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Montreal this time of year.

It's quite cold in Montreal in the winter. The weather in Belgrade can be very cold. In January, Belgrade is generally much warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 2°C (35°F), and Montreal fluctuates around -10°C (14°F).

In the winter, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Montreal. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Montreal receives 103 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets less rain in January than Montreal. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Montreal -10°C (14°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Montreal in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Montreal. Furthermore, many travelers come to Montreal for the activities around the city.

Belgrade is much warmer than Montreal in the spring. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (56°F) in April, and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).

Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Montreal during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Montreal receives 183 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Montreal. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Montreal 6°C (43°F)

Typical Weather for Montreal and Belgrade

Belgrade Montreal
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) -10°C (14°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) -9°C (16°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) -2°C (28°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 6°C (43°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 13°C (55°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 18°C (64°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 21°C (69°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 19°C (67°F) 104 mm (4.1 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 14°C (58°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 8°C (47°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 2°C (35°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) -7°C (20°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)