Which place is cheaper, Berlin or Islamabad?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Islamabad or Berlin?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Islamabad and Berlin 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: Islamabad or Berlin?
Islamabad
Islamabad is the capital of Pakistan, specially built in the 1960's to replace the former capital, Karachi. Most of the city's population are employees of the government, though many people come from all over Pakistan to enjoy the city's peaceful atmosphere and green spaces, museums, and monuments.
Berlin
Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. As such, travelers can expect typical European prices for everything from hotels to food to sights and attractions. While it's possible to experience this city on a cheaper budget, don't expect to get much without paying a decent amount.
With a population of about 4.5 million, Berlin is a very international city that is well known for its high level of tolerance, an eclectic nightlife, an artistic vibe and many historical sights. There are museums, palaces and landmarks spread throughout the city. Despite having a significant amount of damage during the last few years of World War II, Berlin has been rebuilt with an interesting diversity of architecture styles. This is particularly true after the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989. Architecture in the city represents many different historical periods ranging from medieval buildings through modern, glass structures.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Pakistan, The Best Cultural Tours in Pakistan, The Best Adventure Tours to Germany, and The Best Cultural Tours in Germany.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayIslamabad $42Berlin $147
The average daily cost (per person) in Islamabad is $42, while the average daily cost in Berlin is $147. 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 Islamabad and Berlin in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personIslamabad $20Berlin $68
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomIslamabad $40Berlin $136
Compare Hotels in Islamabad and Berlin
Looking for a hotel in Islamabad or Berlin? 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: Islamabad Hotel Prices and Berlin Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Islamabad $7.67Berlin $19
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Islamabad
Also for Islamabad, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Premium Services: Islamabad Day Trip & Round Trip Airport Transfers.: $170
- Transit Trip: Islamabad City Exploration Day Tour & Round Trip Airport Transfer: $110
- Islamabad Round Trip Airport Transfer & Customizable Day Trip: $95
- Private Transfer from Islamabad Airport to Pakistan: $61
- Islamabad International Airport Arrival Pick up Transfer: $55
- Islamabad International Airport Departure Drop off Transfer : $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Departures: $55
- Premium Services: Islamabad International Airport Transfer - Arrival: $55
- Private Chauffeur: Arrival Transfer Airport Pick up (Islamabad, Karachi, Lahore): $50
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer - ARRIVAL: $40
- Islamabad International Airport Transfer: $35
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Berlin
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Berlin:
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Short Trip Metro Ticket$1.50
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Bahn Ticket$3.21
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Short Taxi Ride$21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Berlin
Also for Berlin, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague: $732
- Private Highlights Tour with Hotel Transfers: $369
- Trabi Limousine Airport Transfer with City Tour: $361
- Private Minivan Transfer with Driver and Guide: $323
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin APT-HTL (SXF): $300
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Berlin HTL-APT (SXF): $300
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Nuremberg with 2h of Sightseeing: $276
- Classic Remise Private Tour with Transfer: $273
- Private transfer from Berlin to Prague with Terezin Concentration Camp stop: $268
- Private Transfer: Berlin to River Cruise Dock Nuremberg - Port/Harbor transport: $263
- Round Trip Private Transfer Berlin Brandenburg Airport to Berlin by Business Car: $258
- Private Transfer from Berlin to Dresden with 2 Hours of Sightseeing: $245
Is it cheaper to fly into Islamabad or Berlin?
Prices for flights to both Berlin and Islamabad 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 dayIslamabad $15Berlin $56
Typical Food Prices in Berlin
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Berlin:
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Sandwich and Coffee To Go$5.36
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Turkish Sandwich$2.14
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Currywurst$2.14
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2 Pho Noodles$9.64
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Restaurant Dinner and Beers (for 2)$64
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Mauer Park (2)$12
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Coffees at Impala$8.36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- English Comedy Ticket including Pizza in Berlin Mitte: $18
- English Stand-Up Comedy with Pizza and Shots: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $27
- Hard Rock Cafe Berlin With Set Lunch or Dinner : $34
- Berlin Mitte kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- Kreuzberg kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
- No Diet Club - Street Food Tour with many Tastings !: $59
- Evening Yacht Cruise with Aperitif & Optional Dinner: $64
- Evening Food Tour by Bike: $70
- Sicilian Cooking Workshop with unlimited drinks: $70
- Sharing plate food tour in Berlin: $76
- Dinner Cruise on the Spree with Prosecco: $80
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Islamabad $9.48Berlin $24
Tours and Activities in Islamabad
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Islamabad.
- Best of Islamabad Half Day Tour With Meal At Monal Restaurant (Morn & Eve Slots): $100
- From 15 Day Trekking Tour of Thalay and Nangma: $3,070
- From 9-Day Colors of Hunza Valley Cultural Tour: $2,065
- From Full Day Guided Taxila Ruins Exploration Tour: $150
- From Full Day Historical Peshawar Guided City Tour: $160
- From Skardu and Baltistan Cultural Tour with Food: $2,339
- Full Day Private City Tour Of Islamabad: $99
- Full-Day Sightseeing Tour Of Islamabad: $80
- Full-day Essential Islamabad Tour: $150
- Islamabad In & Around Full Day Customized City Tour: $80
- Islamabad Instagram Tour: Most Famous Spots (Private & All-Inclusive): $95
- City Tour with Faisal Mosque and Lake View Park: $95
Typical Entertainment Prices in Berlin
For Berlin, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Berlin Zoo (2)$21
Tours and Activities in Berlin
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Berlin.
- East Berlin and the Berlin Wall 2-Hour Walking Tour : $22
- Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial Tour from Berlin: $32
- (E) Bike Tour for Non Bikers option Rickshaw Shared Guide: $48
- 1-Hour Segway Discovery Tour Berlin: $49
- 2 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $74
- 2 Hours E-Scooter Tour: $60
- 2-Hour Private Berlin Walking Tour, Berlin in the Third Reich and Cold War: $213
- 3 Hours Berlin City Guided Electric Trike Tour: $91
- 3-Hour Alternative Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $35
- 3-Hour Private Berlin Bike Tour: Vibes of Berlin: $185
- 3D Adventure black light mini golf (Berlin): $22
- 4 Hours 2 Person Highlights Berlin Rickshaw Tour with Guide : $207
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayIslamabad $2.88Berlin $18
Typical Alcohol Prices in Berlin
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Berlin from other travelers:
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Drinks at a Show$15
Sample the Local Flavors in Berlin
Also in Berlin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- VIP Pub Crawl with Drinks and Challenges: $16
- brewery tour with beer tasting: $19
- Vagabund Brauerei Beer Tasting & Guided Brewery Tour: $24
- Pub Crawl with Skip-the-Line Club Entry: $24
- Berlin Pub Crawl and Nightlife Clubbing tour: $33
- The Showgirls of Burlesque: $46
- Showgirls of Burlesque Entry Ticket: $70
- Berlin:sunset boat trip with Argentine wine tasting and food: $215
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $251
- German Wine Tasting Tour at the Best Wine Bars in Berlin: $255
- Bachelor(ette) Party with Pub Crawl: $404
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Islamabad and Berlin, we can see that Berlin is more expensive. And not only is Islamabad much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Islamabad is in Asia and Berlin is in Europe, 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 Islamabad would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Islamabad 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 Berlin would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Berlin than you might in Islamabad.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Islamabad Expensive? and Is Berlin Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Islamabad or Berlin?
Berlin has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Islamabad. When comparing the sizes of Islamabad and Berlin, 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.
When is the best time to visit Islamabad or Berlin?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Islamabad or Berlin in the Summer?
Both Berlin and Islamabad are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Berlin because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
The heat can be very extreme in Islamabad. In the summer, Islamabad is much warmer than Berlin. Typically, the summer temperatures in Islamabad in July average around 32°C (90°F), and Berlin averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It's quite sunny in Berlin. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Islamabad. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during summer. Islamabad gets 247 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.
It's quite rainy in Islamabad. In July, Islamabad usually receives more rain than Berlin. Islamabad gets 237 mm (9.3 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyIslamabad 32°C (90°F)Berlin 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Berlin in the Autumn?
Both Berlin and Islamabad during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Berlin this time of year.
In October, Islamabad is generally much warmer than Berlin. Daily temperatures in Islamabad average around 26°C (80°F), and Berlin fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
It's quite sunny in Islamabad. In the autumn, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Islamabad gets 287 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 106 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in October than Berlin. Islamabad gets 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberIslamabad 26°C (80°F)Berlin 10°C (50°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Berlin in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Islamabad and Berlin. Also, many travelers come to Berlin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Berlin. Islamabad is much warmer than Berlin in the winter. The daily temperature in Islamabad averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Berlin fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).
In Islamabad, it's very sunny this time of the year. Islamabad usually receives more sunshine than Berlin during winter. Islamabad gets 213 hours of sunny skies, while Berlin receives 42 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Islamabad usually receives less rain than Berlin. Islamabad gets 34 mm (1.3 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryIslamabad 14°C (57°F)Berlin -0°C (31°F)
Should I visit Islamabad or Berlin in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Islamabad as well as Berlin. Also, many visitors come to Berlin in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Islamabad is much warmer than Berlin. Typically, the spring temperatures in Islamabad in April average around 27°C (80°F), and Berlin averages at about 9°C (47°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Islamabad this time of the year. In the spring, Islamabad often gets more sunshine than Berlin. Islamabad gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Berlin receives 160 hours of full sun.
Islamabad usually gets less rain in April than Berlin. Islamabad gets 37 mm (1.4 in) of rain, while Berlin receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilIslamabad 27°C (80°F)Berlin 9°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Berlin and Islamabad
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | -0°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 21°C (70°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 27°C (80°F) | 37 mm (1.4 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 32°C (89°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jun | 35°C (94°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jul | 32°C (90°F) | 237 mm (9.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 31°C (89°F) | 221 mm (8.7 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Sep | 31°C (87°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (80°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
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.