Which place is cheaper, Flores 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 Flores?
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 Flores. 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 Flores?
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.
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 Tours for Seniors to Belgium, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Belgium, The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala.
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Brussels Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBrussels €165Flores €38
The average daily cost (per person) in Brussels is €165, while the average daily cost in Flores is €38. 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 Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBrussels €73Flores €7.67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBrussels €146Flores €15
Compare Hotels in Brussels and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Brussels 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: Brussels Hotel Prices and Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Brussels €17Flores €7.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Brussels
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Brussels are as follows:
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Subway Pass€4.50
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Atomium train ticket (2)€8.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Brussels
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Brussels:
- VIP Transfer between Brussels Airport (BRU) and Antwerp: $268
- Transfer Chauffeur Limousines Services: $140
- Private Transfers Between Brussels Airport and the City: $116
- Private Airport Transfer to the City: $58
- BRU Airport to City Centre Private Transfer: $31
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 7 Pax: $151
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 3 Pax: $128
- Brussels City Center to BRU Airport Transfer for 3 Pax: $163
- Brussels & Atomium: Private Tour with Transfer and Tasting: $813
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 7 Pax: $151
- BRU Airport Transfer to Brussels City Center for 3 Pax: $163
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
- Belize/Caye Caulke/San Pedro Van or Ferry Transfer: $20
- One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Tikal National Park Guided Tour with Transfers: $24
- Transfer from Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tourists Only: $40
- From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $39
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores: $160
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
- Transfer : Mayan World Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
Is it cheaper to fly into Brussels or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores 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 €66Flores €20
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€4.60
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Dessert (Turkish Delights)€4.75
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Cheese€5.60
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Olives and Snacks€6.98
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Waffle€3.00
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
- City Center Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $74
- Brussels Food Tour: Main Dish, Beer, Waffle & Chocolate: $93
- Experience Authentic Belgian Cuisine: Cooking Lesson and Meal with a Ghent Local: $99
- Walking Food Tour with Chocolate, Beer, & Waffles: $111
- Food Tour of 10 Tastings - Waffles, Beers & More: $147
- Private Food Tour – 10 Tastings with Locals: $183
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Brussels €23Flores €18
Tours and Activities in Brussels
Here are a few actual costs in Brussels for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- "From Waterloo Battlefield History Private Tour: $500
- Axe Throwing Experience: $20
- Battle of the Bulge & Gen Patton Private Tour from Brussels: $1,454
- Belgium: Discover the best of Brussels on our guided tour: $29
- Bruges Unveiled: A Private Full-Day Tour from Brussels: $979
- Brussel Beer hunting adventure "HOPPY-TOUR" with 3 tastings: $40
- Brussels - European Capital Daily Walking Tour: $547
- Brussels - Private Historic Walking Tour: $425
- Brussels 2.5-Hour Belgian Beer Tasting Experience: $48
- Brussels 3-Hour Guided Art Nouveau Tour: $35
- Brussels : Exclusive Chocolate, Beer, Waffle & Whiskey tour: $162
- Brussels : Private Street Art Tour: $87
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)€34
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Map of Tikal€2.86
Tours and Activities in Flores
For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Tour and transportation with tour guide to Tikal.: $20
- From Flowers Sunset Tour in Tikal: $25
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- Yaxha Shared Sunset Tour with Transportation & Guide: $25
- Shared Guided Sunset Tour in Yaxhá from Flores: $25
- Tikal Sightseeing Tour: from Mundo Maya Airport in Flores: $30
- Tikal Ruins Day Tour from Flores: $31
- From Tikal Ruins Guided Tour: $31
- From Yaxha Ruins Guided Tour: $36
- From Tikal Sunrise Archaeological Tour: $37
- From 2-Day Semuc Champey Tour with Caves & Tubing: $38
- Full Day Tikal Sunrise Tour from Flores and Archaeological Tour: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBrussels €13Flores €18
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€10
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Beer€6.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Brussels
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Brussels:
- Pub Crawl and Nightlife Party Experience: $23
- micro brewery & distillery tour + beer tasting: $29
- Beer Pong in a Micro Brewery and Distillery: $76
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€2.29
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Brussels and Flores, we can see that Brussels is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Brussels is in Europe and Flores is in Central 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 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 Brussels would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brussels 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 Brussels Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Brussels or Flores?
Brussels has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of Brussels 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.