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

Should you visit Belgrade or San Diego?

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 San Diego 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 San Diego?

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.

San Diego

For many visitors and locals alike, San Diego is a paradise. Located in southern California, not far from Los Angeles, it has the perfect climate, wonderful beaches, and a culturally rich environment. It's surrounded by beautiful landscape and has a strong focus on wildlife conservation and eco-friendly living. Home to about 1.3 million residents, it is California's second largest city. It also has many universities, a large tech industry, and a thriving economy. Despite its size, many people perceive San Diego as a slower, more relaxed city with a pleasant vibe away from the chaos of a large city.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best G Adventures Tours to United States of America, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Las Vegas.


Which place is cheaper, San Diego 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
    San Diego Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Belgrade $50
    San Diego $233

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $50, while the average daily cost in San Diego is $233. 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 San Diego in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $29
    San Diego $115
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $58
    San Diego $230
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and San Diego

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or San Diego? 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 San Diego


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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 San Diego Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $5.39
    San Diego $23

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Full-Day Private Tour in Western Serbia with Private Transfer to Sarajevo: $291
  • Private Transfer Belgrade to Sarajevo: $289
  • Serbia:Private Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik: $267
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Valjevo: $216
  • From Belgrade to Timisoara Private Transfer Tour: $206
  • Serbia: Shared Transfer from Belgrade to Kopaonik(Chinese): $205
  • Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $187
  • Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Novi Sad: $168
  • Private transfer from Belgrade or Belgrade Airport to Novi Sad: $162
  • Private Transfer: Belgrade to Novi Sad and back: $146
  • BELGRADE TRANSIT TOUR - private layover tour with return airport transfer: $124
  • Airport transfer between Belgrade Nikola Tesla and Novi Sad: $92

Hired Cars and Shuttles in San Diego

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

  • Try find your better than us! Airport transfer service in San Diego HTL-APT(SAN): $47
  • Private Arrival Transfer from San Diego Airport SAN: $50
  • One Way Airport Hotel Shuttle Transfer: $68
  • Private Transfer from San Diego (SAN) Airport to San Diego City: $77
  • Private Transfer from San Diego City to San Diego (SAN) Airport: $77
  • Private Transfer to San Diego International Airport from San Diego: $77
  • San Diego:Private One-Way Transfer From/To SAN: $84
  • Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) to Tijuana hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $89
  • Tijuana to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ) – Departure Private Transfer: $89
  • San Diego Airport: One-Way Transfer to San Diego downtown: $90
  • Departure Private Transfer San Diego to San Diego Airport SAN in Business Car: $92
  • Departure Private Transfer: San Diego to San Diego Airport SAN in Business Car: $99

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or San Diego?

Prices for flights to both San Diego 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
    San Diego $77

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: $63
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $73
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $73
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $120

Typical Food Prices in San Diego

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


  • Mexican Lunch for Two
    $27
  • Breakfast at Starbucks
    $20

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in San Diego

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

  • Tijuana Street Food Tour for Foodies: $79
  • North Park San Diego Walking Food Tour: $85
  • San Diego Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour with Tastings: $85
  • Food Tour of Historic Gaslamp District: $88
  • Old Town Tequila and Tacos Walking Food Tour: $88
  • Little Italy Food and Drink Walking Tour: Pizza, Pasta & Piazzas: $88
  • San Diego Vegan Food Tour: $89
  • Gaslamp Quarter Downtown San Diego Food Tour: $89
  • Vegan Food Tour: $89
  • Gaslamp Quarter Food Tour: $89
  • San Diego Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $95
  • Seaport Village Food Tour in San Diego : $99

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.35
    San Diego $48

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

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

  • The best of Novi Sad walking tour: $139
  • "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $287
  • 1h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $155
  • 2000 years of walking tour across the Old City: $30
  • 4h Private photo sessions tour in Belgrade: $186
  • Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $93
  • Avala Mountain Private Tour: $79
  • Avala Mountain Tour: $89
  • BELGRADE BUS AND WALKING TOUR, Experience daily life: $72
  • Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $30
  • Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $28
  • Belgrade Amazon Kayak Adventure: $250

Typical Entertainment Prices in San Diego

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


  • San Diego Zoo
    $15
  • Sea World Parking
    $12

Tours and Activities in San Diego

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

  • Self-guided Bike Tour App - Audio + Written: $5.00
  • Waterfront Smartphone Audio Walking Tour: $6.78
  • A Seaside Stroll: La Jolla's Hidden Treasures Self-Guided Tour: $9.99
  • San Diego Balboa Park Exploration Game and Tour: $11
  • Liberty Station Quest Experience in San Diego: $11
  • San Diego Natural History Museum Nighttime Entry Ticket: $12
  • San Diego Natural History Museum Ticket: $12
  • Whaley House Museum Self-Guided Tour: $14
  • San Diego Gas Lamp: At your leisure & pace. An audio walking tour.: $15
  • Private Walking Tour and Gaslamp Adventure in San Diego: $20
  • San Diego Balboa Park Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
  • San Diego Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $20
    San Diego $21

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!: $31
  • RE:PLAY Pub Crawl Belgrade: $43
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $51
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $68
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $78
  • 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: $103
  • 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 San Diego

Also in San Diego, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Gaslamp Bar Crawl: $15
  • History Tour Pub Crawl of Famous Gaslamp Quarter: $30
  • Brewery Tour with Tastings and Food Pairings: $85
  • Private Wine Tasting Tour in Valle de Guadalupe: $109
  • Vino! Vino! Little Italy Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $125
  • Little Italy Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $125
  • Cruise & Booze Brewery tours : $149
  • Baja Tour Guide wine tour: $169
  • Los Angeles —>Wine tour guadalupe valley/fauna restaurant: $199
  • Sidecar Wine Tasting Tour: $199
  • Brewery and Tap Room Sidecar Tour: $199
  • California Sunset Brewery Tour: $199


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


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or San Diego?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 4% larger than the population of San Diego. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and San Diego, 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 San Diego?

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 San Diego in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as San Diego. Also, many travelers come to San Diego for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Belgrade is generally around the same temperature as San Diego. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and San Diego fluctuates around 71°F (22°C).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in San Diego. 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 San Diego. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Diego receives 306 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets more rain in July than San Diego. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while San Diego receives 0 inches (1 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    San Diego 71°F (22°C)

Should I visit Belgrade or San Diego in the Autumn?

Both San Diego and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Also, many visitors come to San Diego in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

Belgrade is cooler than San Diego in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and San Diego fluctuates around 68°F (20°C).

It's quite sunny in San Diego. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than San Diego during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while San Diego receives 244 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Belgrade usually receives more rain than San Diego. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while San Diego receives 0.4 inches (9 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    San Diego 68°F (20°C)

Should I visit Belgrade or San Diego in the Winter?

Both San Diego and Belgrade during the winter are popular places to visit. Furthermore, most visitors come to San Diego for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

Belgrade can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Belgrade is much colder than San Diego. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January average around 2°C (35°F), and San Diego averages at about 57°F (14°C).

In San Diego, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the winter, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than San Diego. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while San Diego receives 239 hours of full sun.

Belgrade usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as San Diego. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while San Diego receives 1.8 inches (46 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    San Diego 57°F (14°C)

Should I visit Belgrade or San Diego in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and San Diego. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to San Diego because of the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.

In April, Belgrade is generally cooler than San Diego. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and San Diego fluctuates around 62°F (17°C).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in San Diego this time of the year. Belgrade usually receives less sunshine than San Diego during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while San Diego receives 277 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Belgrade usually receives more rain than San Diego. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while San Diego receives 0.8 inches (20 mm) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    San Diego 62°F (17°C)

Typical Weather for San Diego and Belgrade

Belgrade San Diego
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 57°F (14°C) 1.8 inches (46 mm)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 59°F (15°C) 1.5 inches (39 mm)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 59°F (15°C) 1.8 inches (45 mm)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 62°F (17°C) 0.8 inches (20 mm)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 64°F (18°C) 0.2 inches (5 mm)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 67°F (19°C) 0.1 inches (2 mm)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 71°F (22°C) 0 inches (1 mm)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 73°F (23°C) 0.1 inches (3 mm)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 71°F (22°C) 0.2 inches (6 mm)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 68°F (20°C) 0.4 inches (9 mm)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 62°F (17°C) 1.5 inches (37 mm)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 57°F (14°C) 1.6 inches (40 mm)