Which place is cheaper, Sarajevo or Belgrade?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Belgrade or Sarajevo?
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 Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo?
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.
Sarajevo
Sarajevo is the capital city of Bosnia and is one of the most culturally and historically interesting cities to visit in Europe. The city was at the crossroads where the Eastern and Western Roman Empires divided, and the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox Churches divided. Today it is most associated with the Civil War that occurred here between 1992 and 1995. There are still many remnants of the war left, from the cemeteries that dot the countryside to the leftover damage done by bombs. Despite its brutal history, Sarajevo has begun to thrive again, both economically and as a tourist destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelgrade $44Sarajevo $70
The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $44, while the average daily cost in Sarajevo is $70. 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 Sarajevo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelgrade $30Sarajevo $27
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelgrade $60Sarajevo $54
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Sarajevo
Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Sarajevo? 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.
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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 Sarajevo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belgrade $5.55Sarajevo $7.02
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $320
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Timisoara with sightseeing: $87
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $143
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Pristina with sightseeing: $122
- Private Transfer from Sremski Karlovci to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $126
- Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $116
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Vršac: $135
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Sremski Karlovci: $126
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Novi Sad: $126
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $174
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $203
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Šabac: $97
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Sarajevo:
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Tram Tickets (for 2)$1.64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sarajevo
Also for Sarajevo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- One-way Private Airport Transfer to Sarajevo: $15
- Arrival Private Transfer from Sarajevo SJJ Airport to Sarajevo : $16
- Airport transfer Sarajevo - Bosnia: $16
- Private Transfer to and from Sarajevo Airport: $25
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo Chauffeur for Individual Clients: $27
- Sarajevo Airport Private Transfer: $27
- Airport Transfers Sarajevo for Individual Clients: $27
- Airport transfers and all other transfers 4 people: $27
- Airport Transfer in Sarajevo: $27
- Sarajevo Airport Private Transfers (from/to): $30
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Airport (SJJ) to Lukavica: $33
- Private Transfer from Sarajevo Downtown to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $33
Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Sarajevo?
Prices for flights to both Sarajevo 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
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Food Meals for one dayBelgrade $9.21Sarajevo $31
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $65
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
Typical Food Prices in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$12
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Sarajevo Local Food Tour: $27
- Walking Food Tour with Local Craft Experience: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with your Host Family: $43
- Traditional Bosnian Dinner with Host Family: $53
- Cooking class: Traditional Bosnian Pie: $60
- Bosnian Cooking Lessons: $79
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belgrade $4.48Sarajevo $12
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $299
- 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $86
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
- Ada Lake Tour: $33
- Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $97
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $133
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $43
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $75
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $50
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $60
- Belgrade Bike Tour: $103
- Belgrade Bike tour: $48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Sarajevo
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Sarajevo's activities, tours, and tickets:
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National Museum (for 2)$7.64
Tours and Activities in Sarajevo
For Sarajevo, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Private Walking Self Guided Audio Tour Visit to Sarajevo: $6.00
- 2 hours Small Group Old Town of Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Tour Guide: $13
- Sarajevo Talkie-Walkie Tour: $13
- SARAJEVO CITY TOUR - Learn something in an interesting way.: $15
- Grand Walking Tour: $16
- Tito's Bunker Tour: $16
- Sarajevo Essential Full Walking Tour: $16
- Sarajevo Grand Walking Tour: $16
- Sarajevo genuine walking tour: Steps through history: $16
- HISTORY OF ISLAM IN SARAJEVO TOUR: $16
- Sensational Sarajevo Sunset Walking Tour: $17
- Discover Sarajevo Walking Tour with Local Guide: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelgrade $21Sarajevo $7.34
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
- Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $54
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $54
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $92
- Belgrade Serbian Wine Tasting: $106
Sample the Local Flavors in Sarajevo
Also in Sarajevo, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Small-group Wine Tasting Expiriance, with lunch in vineyard: $70
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belgrade and Sarajevo, we can see that Sarajevo is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. 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 Sarajevo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Sarajevo?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 83% larger than the population of Sarajevo. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Sarajevo, 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 Sarajevo?
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 Sarajevo in the Summer?
Both Sarajevo and Belgrade during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Sarajevo for the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Belgrade is generally cooler than Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 23°C (73°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
In Sarajevo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Belgrade. In the summer, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Belgrade gets 285 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 323 hours of full sun.
Belgrade usually gets more rain in July than Sarajevo. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBelgrade 23°C (73°F)Sarajevo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Sarajevo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Sarajevo. Also, many visitors come to Sarajevo in the autumn for the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Belgrade is cooler than Sarajevo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 14°C (57°F) in October, and Sarajevo fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sarajevo during autumn. Belgrade gets 168 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 178 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Sarajevo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBelgrade 14°C (57°F)Sarajevo 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Sarajevo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Sarajevo. Also, most visitors come to Sarajevo 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 Sarajevo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Belgrade in January average around 2°C (35°F), and Sarajevo averages at about 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Belgrade often gets less sunshine than Sarajevo. Belgrade gets 71 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Sarajevo receives 113 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Sarajevo. Belgrade usually gets less rain in January than Sarajevo. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBelgrade 2°C (35°F)Sarajevo 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Belgrade or Sarajevo in the Spring?
Both Sarajevo and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Sarajevo because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
In April, Belgrade is generally around the same temperature as Sarajevo. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (56°F), and Sarajevo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Belgrade usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Sarajevo during spring. Belgrade gets 178 hours of sunny skies, while Sarajevo receives 174 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Sarajevo. In April, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Sarajevo. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Sarajevo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBelgrade 14°C (56°F)Sarajevo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Sarajevo and Belgrade
| Belgrade | Sarajevo | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.