Which place is cheaper, Flores or Belize City?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Belize City or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Belize City or Flores? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Belize City or Flores?
Belize City
Belize City is the largest city in Belize. It was once the capital of the country, but due to massive hurricane damage in 1961, the country decided to relocate it capital. With a population of 57,000 people, Belize City is located right at the mouth of the Haulover Creek.
This gorgeous tropical city experiences a monsoon climate – meaning there are warm and humid conditions throughout the course of the year. There is a wet season from May to January, so plan for a little bit of rain in that time.
Flores
The town of Flores is located in Peten, Guatemala. The main hub is located on an island on Lago Peten Itza, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway. On the other side of the causeway are the towns of Santa Elena and San Benito, however, all three are often referred to as Flores. Most people visit the area for its proximity to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, though the town itself is also charming with colonial buildings and historic churches lining the cobbled streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best G Adventures Tours to Belize, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Belize, The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala.
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Belize City Prices
Belize PricesFlores Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBelize City $108Flores $43
The average daily cost (per person) in Belize City is $108, while the average daily cost in Flores is $43. 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 Belize City and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBelize City $49Flores $8.77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBelize City $98Flores $18
Compare Hotels in Belize City and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Belize City or Flores? 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: Belize City Hotel Prices and Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Belize City $5.81Flores $8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belize City
Also for Belize City, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tours&airport transfer: $128
- Private transfer from the Philip Goldson Airport to San Ignacio: $80
- Private Transfer from Belize city hotels to Belize City Port: $70
- Private Transfer from Belize City To Hopkins Village: $115
- Private Transfer from Belize City Port to Belize City Hotels: $70
- Philip S.W. Belize Airport (BZE) to Belize city hotels -Arrival Private Transfer: $54
- Philip S.W. Belize Airport (BZE) to Belize City - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $107
- From One way shared transfer to Flores, Peten: $25
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Belize: $25
- Belize City:, Transfer from Belize City Water Taxi to Flores Guatemala: $20
- Transfer from Water Taxis to Tikal Guatemala: $45
- Belize City to/from Placencia/Hopkins Shuttle Transfer: $113
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer : Mayan World Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores: $160
- From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $39
- Transfer from Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tourists Only: $40
- Tikal National Park Guided Tour with Transfers: $24
- One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Belize/Caye Caulke/San Pedro Van or Ferry Transfer: $20
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Belize City or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and Belize City 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 dayBelize City $47Flores $23
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belize City
For Belize City, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Altun Ha Mayan Site & Food Tour - fish farm & restaurant: $80
- Belize: Tikal, Yaxha, and Cooking Class 4-Day Tour: $1,800
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Belize City $29Flores $20
Tours and Activities in Belize City
For Belize City, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- ATM Cave Adventure "Actun Tunichil Muknal" from Belize City: $260
- Altun Ha Cave Tubing and Zip line Tours from Belize City: $268
- Altun Ha Heritage Tour from Belize City: $85
- Altun Ha Mayan Ruins & Zipline Tour from Belize City All Inclusive: $210
- Belize City Actun Tunichil Muknal Cave (ATM )Full Day Tour: $250
- Belize City Coffee Tasting, History and Book Tour by TukTuk: $65
- Belize City Tour: $40
- Cave Tubing & Zipline Adventure Tour: $115
- Cave Tubing and Xunantunich Mayan Site Tour: $200
- Half-Day Altun Ha Temple & Belize City Tour: $96
- Lamanai Mayan Site Tour and Jungle Boat Ride: $140
- Tikal National Park Private Tour with Lunch: $450
Typical Entertainment Prices in Flores
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Flores's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tikal Entrance (for 2)$39
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Map of Tikal$3.27
Tours and Activities in Flores
For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Day Tour to Tikal and Yaxhá from Flores Island: $220
- 4 Hours Private Tour to see the sunset at El Rey Canek Viewpoint: $100
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores and Airport: $105
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores or Mayan World Airport: $78
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- 1-Day Tikal Tour Private Service From your Hotel: $185
- Blue Crater, Imox Lagoon & Hidden Pools Tour: $75
- Tikal National Park Tour with Mayan Energy Reading: $222
- Yaxha Shared Sunset Tour with Transportation & Guide: $25
- From Flores Guided Tour to Tikal with transportation + lunch: $75
- From Flores Petén: Tour to Playa 3 Naciones: $150
- From 2-Day Semuc Champey Tour with Caves & Tubing: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBelize City $12Flores $21
Typical Alcohol Prices in Flores
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Flores are as follows:
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Two Margaritas$2.62
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Belize City and Flores, we can see that Belize City is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Flores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flores 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 Belize City would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Belize City than you might in Flores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Belize City Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Belize City or Flores?
Belize City has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of Belize City and Flores, 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.
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.