A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Flores vs. Pedasi for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Flores or Pedasi?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Flores and Pedasi 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: Flores or Pedasi?

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.

Pedasi

Pedasi is in the Los Santos province of the Pacific West region of Panama. It's on the edge of the Azuero Peninsula and has a population of just over 2000 people. The town is predominantly a fishing village and is set on a beautiful, rocky coastline, making it a dramatic place to visit. The town is small, but you'll find a few restaurants around town that are worth eating at. The area is well known for having some great carnivals and most travelers visit with the plan to enjoy some sport fishing, diving, snorkeling, or surfing. There are also some great national parks and preserves nearby.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Panama City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Panama.


Which place is cheaper, Pedasi or Flores?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Flores is $42, while the average daily cost in Pedasi is $51. 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 Flores and Pedasi in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Flores $8.69
    Pedasi $13
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Flores $17
    Pedasi $26
Compare Hotels in Flores and Pedasi

Looking for a hotel in Flores or Pedasi? 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 Flores


Hotels in Pedasi


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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: Flores Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Flores $7.92
    Pedasi $5.45

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores

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

  • Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores Guatemala : $140
  • Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $60
  • One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $59
  • Transfer from Flores Guatemala: to San Pedro Ambergris Belize Bus + Ferry: $55
  • Transfer from Flores Guatemala to Caye Caulker Belize: $43
  • Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
  • From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $39
  • Transfer From Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin Exclusive Tourism: $32
  • Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
  • Belize, Caye Caulke, San Pedro Van/ Ferry Transfer: $20
  • Private transfer Mundo Maya Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10

Is it cheaper to fly into Flores or Pedasi?

Prices for flights to both Pedasi and Flores 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
    Flores $22
    Pedasi $32

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Flores $20
    Pedasi -
Typical Entertainment Prices in Flores

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Flores's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Tikal Entrance (for 2)
    $39
  • Map of Tikal
    $3.24

Tours and Activities in Flores

For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Shared Guided Sunset Tour in Yaxhá from Flores: $25
  • 2-Day Tour to Tikal and Yaxhá from Flores Island: $220
  • Admire The Sunrise In Tikal - Private Tour From Flores: $225
  • Adventure to Ixpanpajul Hanging Bridges plus Canopy: $145
  • Awaken to Tikals' Sunrise Exclusive Tour: $199
  • Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
  • 1-Day Tikal Tour Private Service From your Hotel: $185
  • From El Remate: Tikal Guided Tour: $85
  • From Flores Guided Tour to Tikal with transportation + lunch: $75
  • From Flores, Tikal Guided Group Tour: $50
  • From 2-Day Tikal & Yaxhá Tour: $299
  • From Blue Crater Adventure All Inclusive: $155

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Flores $21
    Pedasi $2.87
Typical Alcohol Prices in Flores

Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Flores are as follows:


  • Two Margaritas
    $2.59


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


Which is Bigger, Flores or Pedasi?

Flores has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Pedasi. When comparing the sizes of Flores and Pedasi, 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.