Which place is cheaper, Flores or Hvar?
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 Hvar or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Hvar and Flores 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: Hvar or Flores?
Hvar
Hvar is a Croatian island full of mountains, vegetation, beaches, vineyards, shops, restaurants, and also people! Hvar Town is the main city on the island, but there are many other small villages throughout. The best time to visit Hvar is between May and September, although keep in mind it can get busy during this period.
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 One Week (7-Day) Tours in Croatia, The Best 2-Week Tours in Croatia, The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayHvar €131Flores €36
The average daily cost (per person) in Hvar is €131, while the average daily cost in Flores is €36. 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 Hvar and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personHvar €38Flores €7.41
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomHvar €76Flores €15
Compare Hotels in Hvar and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Hvar 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: Hvar Hotel Prices and Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Hvar €47Flores €6.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hvar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Hvar:
- Speedboat Transfer from Hvar Town to Split Airport: $585
- Private Transfer to Dubrovnik with Korčula Stopover: $3,394
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer Mundo Maya Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores : $133
Is it cheaper to fly into Hvar or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and Hvar 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 dayHvar €66Flores €19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hvar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Hvar.
- Traditional Hvar Cooking Classes, Dinners & 'Poje' Field Tour!: $167
- Hvar Hidden Gems Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $205
- Hvar Hidden Gems Small Group Half Day Tour with Lunch or Dinner: $208
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour with Traditional Dinner/Lunch: $256
- Hvar Small Group Wine Tour and Authentic Dalmatian Dinner: $298
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Hvar €7.51Flores €17
Tours and Activities in Hvar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Hvar are as follows:
- BLUE CAVE & 5 islands tour from Hvar: $113
- 1-Hour Battle Archery Game in Hvar Adventure Park: $24
- 1-Hour Private Paintball Adventure in Park Hvar Jelsa: $32
- 50 Shades of Blue: Blue Cave & 5 Islands Boat Tour from Hvar: $12
- Adventurous Blue and Green Cave group tour: $94
- Back to the Roots - Ancient Island Interactive Experience: $154
- Beach bar Laganini and Hula Hula half-day Private Boat Tour: $1,004
- Beautiful Sites of Hvar -Private Walking Tour : $243
- Blue & Green cave tour with yacht from town Hvar: $250
- Blue Cave & Vis Island speedboat tour from Hvar: $119
- Blue Cave and Pakleni Islands group Tour from Hvar: $132
- Blue Cave, Blue Lagoon, Pakleni Islands Group boat tour from Hvar: $118
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)€33
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Map of Tikal€2.77
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
- From Flowers Sunset Tour in Tikal: $25
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- Tikal Ruins Day Tour from Flores: $31
- Full Day Tikal Sunrise Tour from Flores and Archaeological Tour: $48
- Tikal National Park Full-Day Guided Tour from Flores: $65
- From Flowers Eco Tour to Blue Crater All Inclusive: $70
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores or Mayan World Airport: $78
- Tour to Tikal (Awesome): $85
- Yaxha Day Tour from Flores: $100
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores and Airport: $105
- Full-Day Shared Tour to Tikal from Flores Peten with Lunch: $110
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayHvar €9.21Flores €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Hvar
Also in Hvar, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting Round Trip from Hvar - Family Winery at a Hilltop: $93
- Hvar Island E-Bike Tour with Wine Tasting and Starters: $115
- Private Hvar Island Bike Tour and Wine Tasting: $117
- Hvar Wine Tasting Experience: $129
- Hvar Wine tasting small group experience: $131
- Private Hvar Wine Tasting Tour : $173
- Private Best Beaches Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $1,001
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€2.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Hvar and Flores, we can see that Hvar is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Hvar 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 Hvar would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hvar 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 Hvar Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Hvar or Flores?
Flores has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Hvar. When comparing the sizes of Hvar 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.