Which place is cheaper, Bonaire or Brussels?
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 Brussels or Bonaire?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Brussels and Bonaire. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Brussels or Bonaire?
Brussels
Brussels is the capital of Belgium and also the sight of the headquarters of the European Union. Generally speaking, it's an expensive city that sees a good amount of travelers. It is also a highly political city that has an air of importance and power. It's an incredibly international city, with people from all over the world flocking to it due to its political, economical, and cultural significance.
Bonaire
An island municipality of the Netherlands, Bonaire resides in the Caribbean, east of Central America and north of Venezuela. It is a part of the ABC Islands together with Aruba and Curaçao, and is best known as a tropical vacation destination with many great dive spots, beaches, lagoons, and wildlife.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium.
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Brussels Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels $188Bonaire $299
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is $188, while the average daily cost in Bonaire is $299. 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 Brussels and Bonaire in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels $83Bonaire $155
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels $166Bonaire $310
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Bonaire
Looking for a hotel in Brussels or Bonaire? 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: Brussels Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels $19Bonaire $65
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass$5.13
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Atomium train ticket (2)$9.12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- BRU Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $31
- Brussels Airport (BRU) Transfer to Brussels/Ghent/Antwerp/Brugge: $35
- Transfer from Brussels City to Brussels Airport(BRU): $47
- Private Airport Transfer to the City: $58
- Brussels Shuttle Transfer Ghent (1 to 8 PLACES): $63
- Brussels to Brussels Airport (BRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
- Brussels Airport(BRU) to Brussels hotels-Arrival Private Transfer: $74
- Brussels Shuttle Transfer Mons (1 to 8 PLACES): $75
- Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) Private Transfer to/from City: $92
- Transfer Brussels Midi Station Bruges (1 - 8 PL): $94
- Airport Transfer: Brussels to Brussels Airport BRU by Luxury Van: $95
- Brussels to Brussels Airport(BRU) - Departure Private Transfer: $95
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Bonaire
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Bonaire:
- Airport Transfer Return Included: $80
- Private Transfers between Bonaire airport and any local address: $40
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Bonaire?
Prices for flights to both Bonaire and Brussels 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 dayBrussels $75Bonaire $101
Typical Food Prices in Brussels
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Brussels:
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Ice Cream & Macaroons$5.25
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)$5.42
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Cheese$6.39
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Olives and Snacks$7.96
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Waffle$3.42
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Brussels
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Brussels.
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $33
- Chocolate and Beer Food Tour of Brussels: $46
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Brussels Food Tour: Main Dish, Beer, Waffle & Chocolate: $93
- Walking Food Tour with Chocolate, Beer, & Waffles: $111
- Brussels Food Tour with Full Meal & Drinks by Do Eat Better: $112
- Brussels Food Tour: 10 Tastings of Waffles, Beers, Fries & More: $127
- Food Tour of 10 Tastings - Waffles, Beers & More: $147
- Brussels Private Food Tour: Waffles, Fries, Beer & Local History: $152
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $183
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Bonaire
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Bonaire.
- Dinner at Sea: $95
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels $26Bonaire $40
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tasting Tour: A Taste of Brussels - by Legends: $2.33
- Gastronomic Tour: A Taste of Brussels: $3.52
- Discover Brussels Belgium Brewing Traditions Beer Tour: $3.52
- Evening Tour: The Dark Side of Brussels: $3.52
- The Most Complete Tour Of Brussels: $3.52
- Free tour of Brussels in Italian ( with booking fee): $3.52
- Self-Guided Tours In Brussels With 100 Captivating Audio Stories: $3.52
- Leuven Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $3.53
- Guided Tour through the centre of Brussels, Discover the magic of Brussels: $3.53
- Where Comics, Culture & Quirk Collide Walking Tour: $4.65
- Brussels Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt: $4.66
- Brussels Old City’s Highlights Walking Tour: $4.70
Tours and Activities in Bonaire
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Bonaire are as follows:
- Semi Submarine Boat Experience to Klein Bonaire: $33
- Walking Tours & Private Tours on Bonaire: $36
- 4 Hours Open Air Party Bus Tour with Beach Stop in Caribbean: $39
- Half-Day Bonaire Island Tour with Hotel Pickup and Drop-off: $46
- Bonaire Essentials Island Tour: $49
- Walking Tour with Lunch & Ice Cream: $55
- Yacht tour with local guide & snorkeling activities: $57
- Clearbottom Mangrove Kayak & Snorkel tour: $59
- Highlights of Bonaire & Cultural Experience: $59
- Tour in North and South Bonaire Guided: $63
- Explore North & South Tour: $65
- Small-Group Guided North & South Tour of Bonaire with Pick Up: $65
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels $15Bonaire $33
Typical Alcohol Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Brussels are as follows:
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Bottle of Wine$11
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Beer$6.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- BBQ Experience with Burger & Beer in a Brewery: $15
- Brussels Pub Crawl - Nightlife & Party Experience: $18
- Immersive Brewery Tour with Beer Tastings - Brussels Area: $18
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $23
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- Discovery of the La Senne Brewery: $31
- Beer & Chocolate Tasting in a Micro Brewery-Distillery: $53
- Sip the Unexpected at a Hidden Leuven Brewery: $59
- Beer Pong in a Micro Brewery and Distillery: $76
- Beer Pong Session at a Micro Brewery & Distillery: $76
- Lambic Brewery Hopping in the South of Brussels: $116
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Bonaire, we can see that Bonaire is more expensive. And not only is Brussels much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Bonaire is in Caribbean Islands, 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 Brussels would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Brussels 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 Bonaire would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Bonaire than you might in Brussels.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Brussels Expensive? and Is Bonaire Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Bonaire?
Brussels has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Bonaire. When comparing the sizes of Brussels and Bonaire, 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.