Which place is cheaper, Baltimore or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Baltimore?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Baltimore, 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 Baltimore?
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.
Baltimore
Baltimore is a large, industrial city and popular tourist destination in the state of Maryland. It is about an hour outside of Washington, D.C. and is a hub of tourism and entertainment for the area. It has a vibrant nightlife, comfortable climate, and is a great place to visit when you're in the area. The city proper has a population of about 600,000 and the metropolitan area has 2.7 million. Its economy is centered around science, technology, engineering and math and it has many undergraduate and graduate schools including the world renowned Johns Hopkins University.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Los Angeles, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from New York City.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $108Baltimore $184
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $108, while the average daily cost in Baltimore is $184. 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 Baltimore in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $64Baltimore $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $128Baltimore $186
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Baltimore
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Baltimore? 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 Baltimore Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.74Baltimore $21
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 Baltimore
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Baltimore:
- Oakland to San Francisco Airport (SFO)-Departure Private Transfer: $44
- Private Arrival Transfer from Baltimore Washington Airport BWI: $60
- Baltimore City to Washington City - Private Car Transfer: $63
- Baltimore Washington Airport (BWI) to Washington - Arrival Private Transfer: $93
- Arrival Private Transfer Baltimore Airport BWI to Baltimore by Business Vehicle: $111
- Departure Private Transfer Baltimore to Baltimore Airport BWI - Business Vehicle: $111
- BWI Airport: Transfer to Baltimore or Washington DC: $150
- Airport Transfer BWI Airport to Baltimore Downtown Area Only: $160
- Private Transfer to BWI or Washington DC/Airports: $160
- Airport transfer to or from Silver Spring, MD & Reagan Airport(DCA): $200
- Private transfer To or Form Bethesda and Dulles International Airport: $209
- Airport Transfer Baltimore/Washington International Airport BWI to Washington,DC: $240
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Baltimore?
Prices for flights to both Baltimore 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 $32Baltimore $46
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
Typical Food Prices in Baltimore
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Baltimore:
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Seafood Dinner (for 2) in Fells Point$76
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Baltimore
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Baltimore.
- Federal Hill Food Tour: $71
- Little Italy and Jonestown Food Tour: $73
- Fells Point Food Tour in Baltimore: $74
- Inner Harbor Buffet Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner: $76
- Christmas Eve Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Christmas Day Gourmet Brunch or Dinner Cruise: $84
- Baltimore Signature Dinner Cruise: $101
- Baltimore Buffet Dinner/Dance Cruise of the Inner Harbor: $119
- Baltimore Father's Day Buffet Dinner Cruise : $126
- Baltimore New Year's Eve Buffet Dinner Cruise: $251
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.55Baltimore $18
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 Baltimore
Here are a few actual costs in Baltimore for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Self-guided Waterfall Hiking Tour through Great Falls National Park: $5.00
- Downtown Baltimore In-App Audio Tour: $9.00
- Historic & Cultural Baltimore Self-Driving Audio Guided Tour: $14
- Antietam National Battlefield Self-Guided Driving Tour: $15
- Historical Baltimore Self-Driving Sightseeing Audio Tour: $17
- Baltimore Scavenger Hunt Adventure: $21
- Baltimore Ghosts By US Ghost Adventures: $24
- The Original Fells Point Ghost Walk by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $24
- Baltimore's Cruise ship Tour-shuttle service: $25
- Inner Harbor Sightseeing Cruise: $28
- Baltimore Harbor Tour: $28
- The Original Fells Point Ghost Walk by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $30
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Baltimore $17
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 Baltimore
Also in Baltimore, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Original Fells Point Haunted Pub Tour by Baltimore Ghost Tours: $33
- Boos and Booze Haunted Pub Crawl: $35
- From Patapsco Region Wine Tour with Lunch: $175
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Baltimore, we can see that Baltimore 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 Baltimore is in North 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 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 Baltimore would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Baltimore 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 Baltimore Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Baltimore?
Jerusalem has a larger population, and is about 17% larger than the population of Baltimore. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Baltimore, 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 Baltimore?
Baltimore 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 Baltimore in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Baltimore. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Baltimore because of the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
In the summer, Jerusalem is around the same temperature as Baltimore. Typically, the summer temperatures in Jerusalem in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Baltimore averages at about 78°F (25°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Baltimore this time of the year. In Jerusalem, it's very sunny this time of the year. Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Baltimore during summer. Jerusalem gets 364 hours of sunny skies, while Baltimore receives 283 hours of full sun in the summer.
Baltimore receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Baltimore. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 4.1 inches (103 mm) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Baltimore 78°F (25°C)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Baltimore in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Baltimore. 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 Baltimore this time of year.
In October, Jerusalem is generally a little warmer than Baltimore. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 19°C (66°F), and Baltimore fluctuates around 57°F (14°C).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Jerusalem this time of the year. In the autumn, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Baltimore. Jerusalem gets 274 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baltimore receives 196 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Baltimore. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 2.8 inches (71 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Baltimore 57°F (14°C)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Baltimore in the Winter?
Both Baltimore 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 Baltimore for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Baltimore. Jerusalem is much warmer than Baltimore in the winter. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 8°C (46°F) in January, and Baltimore fluctuates around 32°F (0°C).
Jerusalem usually receives more sunshine than Baltimore during winter. Jerusalem gets 184 hours of sunny skies, while Baltimore receives 153 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives more rain than Baltimore. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 2.9 inches (74 mm) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Baltimore 32°F (0°C)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Baltimore in the Spring?
Both Baltimore 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 Baltimore in the spring for the activities around the city.
In the spring, Jerusalem is a little warmer than Baltimore. Typically, the spring temperatures in Jerusalem in April average around 16°C (61°F), and Baltimore averages at about 54°F (12°C).
In Baltimore, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Jerusalem. In the spring, Jerusalem often gets more sunshine than Baltimore. Jerusalem gets 269 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Baltimore receives 225 hours of full sun.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Baltimore. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Baltimore receives 3.1 inches (78 mm) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Baltimore 54°F (12°C)
Typical Weather for Baltimore and Jerusalem
| Jerusalem | Baltimore | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 32°F (0°C) | 2.9 inches (74 mm) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 35°F (2°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 45°F (7°C) | 3.7 inches (94 mm) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 inches (78 mm) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 64°F (18°C) | 3.6 inches (92 mm) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 73°F (23°C) | 3.8 inches (96 mm) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 78°F (25°C) | 4.1 inches (103 mm) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 76°F (25°C) | 4.2 inches (107 mm) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 69°F (21°C) | 3.1 inches (79 mm) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 57°F (14°C) | 2.8 inches (71 mm) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 47°F (9°C) | 3.1 inches (80 mm) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 37°F (3°C) | 3.3 inches (83 mm) |
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