Should I Visit Belgrade or Phnom Penh for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

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 Phnom Penh 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 Phnom Penh?

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.

Phnom Penh

Phnom Penh is the capital and largest city in the country of Cambodia. It is located at the edge of the Mekong and the Tonle Sap rivers and is the nation's center of economics and industry. The metropolitan area has a population of about 2.2 million.

Phnom Penh was once called the "Pearl of Asia." In the 1920s it was one of the most impressive French built cities in the region and was an important tourist destination. During the Vietnam War, refugees fled to the city and by 1975 the city's population was between 2 and 3 million, most of them being refugees. The city fell to the Khmer Rouge in 1975 and they cut off supplies to the population for over a year. Journalists reported torture and mutilation of the trapped civilians and the Khmer Rouge forcibly evacuated the city in what is known as the death march. The Khmer Rouge was driven from the city by the Vietnamese in 1979 and reconstruction began.

Today, tourism continues to grow in the city and those who visit are greeted by a welcoming and friendly population, a rich culture, and truly rewarding travel experience.

Phnom Penh has a tropical wet and dry climate. It is hot year around with very little temperature variation. Lows are usually in the low 70s Fahrenheit and highs are in the mid to high 90s Fahrenheit. The southwest monsoon brings rains between May and October and the northeast monsoon brings the dry season from November to March.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Cambodia, and The Best Historical Tours in Cambodia.

Which place is cheaper, Phnom Penh 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

Phnom Penh Prices
Cambodia Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Belgrade $49

Phnom Penh $50

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $49, while the average daily cost in Phnom Penh is $50. 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 Phnom Penh in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Belgrade $29

Phnom Penh $12
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Belgrade $58

Phnom Penh $24

Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Phnom Penh

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Phnom Penh? 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.

Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.

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 Phnom Penh Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Belgrade $5.34

Phnom Penh $7.81

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $36
Airport transfer between Belgrade Nikola Tesla and Novi Sad: $91
BELGRADE TRANSIT TOUR - private layover tour with return airport transfer: $124
Belgrade Airport Taxi Transfer: $36
Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $81
Belgrade Private Airport Transfer: $44
Belgrade airport transfer (by car): $44
Airport Transfer to a city location: $41
Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $4.52
Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $61
Private Airport Transfer: $91
Champs Limo Belgrade Serbia Private Transfers: $48

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Phnom Penh

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Phnom Penh:

Private Phnom Penh Airport Transfers to your hotel in town: $10
Phnom Penh International Airport Transfers by Car: $12
Phnom Penh Airport (PNH) Pickup/Transfer Private Car: $12
Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Phnom Penh HTL-APT (PNH): $15
Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service Phnom Penh APT-HTL (PNH): $16
Phnom Penh International Airport Transfer (PNH): $18
Private Transfer: Phnom Penh's Hotel to Phnom Penh Airport: $18
Phnom Penh Airport Private Taxi Transfer - Hotels: $21
Private Transfer From Phnom Penh International Airport To Phnom Penh City Center: $21
Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH): $22
Private Taxi Transfer From/To Phnom Penh Airport - Hotels: $22
Private Arrival Transfer: Phnom Penh International Airport (PNH) to Hotel: $22

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Prices for flights to both Phnom Penh 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

Phnom Penh $22

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: $57
E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $62
E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $72
Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $73
Traditional Serbian Cooking Class in Belgrade with Locals: $76
Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $120

Typical Food Prices in Phnom Penh

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Phnom Penh:

Dinner for Two

$10
Breakfast for Two

$4.80

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Phnom Penh

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

Mekong Sunset Dinner Cruise with Live Music: $9.90
Sunset Dinner Cruises w/Live Music, 5&7pm; Free Pickup Available: $9.90
Dinner Cruise 1h45 on the Mekong including 4 courses : $26
4-hours cooking with us in the Hinterlands of Phnom Penh: $30
Street Art & Food Tour by Tuk-Tuk: $35
Khmer Cooking Class Half Day (AM or PM): $36
Half Day - Phnom Penh Food Tour: $45
Phnom Penh Morning Market & Food Tour by Tuktuk - Includes All Food & Drinks!: $45
Evening Food Tour with Drinks & Tuk Tuk Included: $49
Phnom Penh's experience: cooking class and stay over : $65
Phnom Penh’s Culinary Underground: Local Food Tour by Tuk-tuk: $69
Ultimate PP Food Tour by Tuk Tuk - 20 tastings & drinks included: $69

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Belgrade $4.30

Phnom Penh $7.59

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: $3.12
Red Star Football Club Museum Ticket: $7.18
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
Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $15
Yugoslavia Communist tour: $15
Underground Tour with Riverside Sparkling Wine: $21
Self-guided kayak tour in Belgrade : $23
Belgrade walking tour 11:00 or 17:30: $26

Tours and Activities in Phnom Penh

Here are a few actual costs in Phnom Penh for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

Mad Monkey Phnom Penh Riverside Walking Tour: $7.20
Mad Monkey Phnom Penh Riverside Walking Tour : $7.20
Sunset Cruise on Kanika Boat: $8.60
Sunset Cruise with live Tour Guide on board: $9.00
Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Beers & BBQ Buffet: $9.99
The Original Mekong Magic Sunset Cruise: 3 Package Options: $9.99
Sunset Cruise - Three Packages to Choose From!: $10
Sunset Cruise with Unlimited Beer & Soft Drinks: $10
Sunset Cruise: Best view on 3 floors boat & English speak guide: $12
Phnom Penh Killing Field Toul Sleng Prison Tour: $15
Kun Khmer boxing tour: $15
Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum (S-21) and Choeung Ek Killing Fields Tour: $15

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Belgrade $20

Phnom Penh $4.30

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

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

Belgrade Chuggalong - Pub Crawl: $21
Belgrade Chuggalong - A unique Pub Crawl experience!: $22
RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $50
Natural wine tasting with great views: $52
Urban Rakija Distillery Tour in Belgrade: $52
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: $103
Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $177

Sample the Local Flavors in Phnom Penh

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Phnom Penh:

Mad Monkey Phnom Penh Pub Crawl: $12

How are these travel costs calculated?

When comparing the travel costs between Belgrade and Phnom Penh, we can see that Phnom Penh is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Belgrade is in Europe and Phnom Penh is in Asia, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belgrade Expensive? and Is Phnom Penh Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Phnom Penh has a larger population, and is about 24% larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Phnom Penh, 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.

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

Should you visit Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Belgrade

Phnom Penh

Which place is cheaper, Phnom Penh or Belgrade?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Phnom Penh

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Phnom Penh

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Typical Food Prices in Phnom Penh

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Phnom Penh

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Tours and Activities in Phnom Penh

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Sample the Local Flavors in Phnom Penh

Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

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

Should you visit Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Where Should I go: Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Belgrade

Phnom Penh

Which place is cheaper, Phnom Penh or Belgrade?

Accommodation

Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Phnom Penh

Local Transportation

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Phnom Penh

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Food

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Typical Food Prices in Phnom Penh

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Phnom Penh

Entertainment

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Tours and Activities in Phnom Penh

Alcohol

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Sample the Local Flavors in Phnom Penh

Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Phnom Penh?

Related Articles for Belgrade

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