Which place is cheaper, Antwerp or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Antwerp?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Antwerp, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Where Should I go: Jerusalem or Antwerp?
Jerusalem
Jerusalem is the capital city of Israel, as well as one of the most historically rich cities in the world. It is also the largest city in the country. While Tel Aviv holds many of the responsibilities of a capital city, officially, Jerusalem is still considered the capital. It is important to note that most countries have their embassies in Tel Aviv, not in Jerusalem.
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $108Antwerp $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, while the average daily cost in Antwerp is $132. 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 Jerusalem and Antwerp in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Antwerp $77
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Antwerp $154
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Antwerp
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Antwerp? 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: Jerusalem Hotel Prices and Antwerp Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Antwerp $13
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.17
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.82
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Transfer From Ben Gurion Airport To Haifa Hotels : $300
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Amman: $195
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport Private Transfer: $150
- Jerusalem to Petra Private Transfer: $300
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $148
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $68
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $86
- Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $141
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $163
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $175
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Business Car: $235
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Luxury Car: $274
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Antwerp?
Prices for flights to both Antwerp and Jerusalem 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 dayJerusalem $32Antwerp $42
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.69
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Watermelon$4.04
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.69
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Bagels$8.07
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Lunch for 2$15
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Snacks$5.65
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Private Lunch or Dinner at a Local Traditional Restaurant from Dead Sea: $96
- Private Madaba Haret Jdoudna Restaurant Lunch or Dinner from Dead Sea: $115
- The Best Food Tour in Jerusalem-Perfect for Viral Travel Content: $117
- Christmas Eve in Israel: Jerusalem Sightseeing Tour with Dinner and Midnight Mass Viewing in Bethlehem: $125
- Experience Shabbat With Dinner In Jerusalem: $170
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.55Antwerp $8.80
Typical Entertainment Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Cooking Classes for 2$34
Tours and Activities in Jerusalem
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Jerusalem are as follows:
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- In The Footsteps of Jesus Day Tour - Dguide Self Guiding App: $7.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line:1.5Hour AudioTour - Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center Ticket: $11
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
- Independent graffiti tour in Jerusalem at your own time and pace: $22
- Self-Guided Tour at Machne Yehuda Market with Chef Tali Fridman: $25
- Old City Shabbat Experience and Walking Tour: $28
- Guided Walking Tour of the Old City: $30
- Bethlehem Half Day Guided Group Tour : $30
- Guided Shabbat Experience in Jerusalem: $30
- Old City Highlights Tour: $39
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Historical Walking Tour in the Old City: $3.22
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.26
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp: $3.27
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.00
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.11
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $7.29
- Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.07
- Walking Tour with Audioguide App: $8.07
- Walking Tour Big five Rubens' churches (audio): $16
- Walking Tour: Highlights of Antwerp: $16
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Antwerp $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Beer$4.84
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $62
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $66
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $97
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Antwerp, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Jerusalem much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Antwerp 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 Jerusalem would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Jerusalem 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 Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp than you might in Jerusalem.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Antwerp Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Antwerp?
Jerusalem has a larger population, and is about 55% larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Antwerp, 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 Jerusalem or Antwerp?
Antwerp has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Jerusalem experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Antwerp in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Antwerp. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Antwerp because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Jerusalem is a little warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Antwerp averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Antwerp this time of the year. In Jerusalem, it's very sunny this time of the year. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during summer. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 202 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Antwerp. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Antwerp 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Antwerp in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Antwerp. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
In October, Jerusalem is generally much warmer than Antwerp. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Antwerp fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jerusalem this time of the year. In the autumn, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 105 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Antwerp. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Antwerp 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Antwerp in the Winter?
Both Antwerp and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Antwerp for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Antwerp. Jerusalem is much warmer than Antwerp in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Antwerp fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Antwerp during winter. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Antwerp receives 47 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives more rain than Antwerp. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Antwerp 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Antwerp in the Spring?
Both Antwerp and Jerusalem during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Antwerp in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Jerusalem is much warmer than Antwerp. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Antwerp averages at about 8°C (47°F).
It's quite sunny in Jerusalem. In the spring, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Antwerp. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Antwerp receives 158 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Antwerp. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Antwerp receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Antwerp 8°C (47°F)
Typical Weather for Antwerp and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
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