Which place is cheaper, Cebu or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Cebu?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Cebu, 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 Cebu?
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.
Cebu
Cebu Island is an important island in the Visayas region of the Philippines, characterized by its main port at Cebu City as well as many natural features. The most-visited areas include islands of Mactan, Bantayan, Badian, Malapascua and Camotes, all which have resorts and hotels. Scuba diving and snorkeling are common activities along the shoreline, while hiking the mountainous spine of the island is popular inland.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, The Best Budget Tours to Israel, The Best 10-Day Tours in Philippines, and The Best 2-Week Tours in Philippines.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $107Cebu $65
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, while the average daily cost in Cebu is $65. 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 Cebu in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $63Cebu $25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $126Cebu $50
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Cebu
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Cebu? 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 Cebu Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.64Cebu $26
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Local Bus$3.13
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Light Rail Jerusalem$9.68
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Jerusalem
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Jerusalem:
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $77
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Allaenby Bridge: $105
- Jerusalem to Allenby Bridge Private Transfer: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $144
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Allenby Bridge to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Private Transfer: $170
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $209
- Jerusalem Private Transfer To Petra: $290
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cebu
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cebu:
- Mactan Airport - Cebu City Sepoart (Transfer): $20
- Cebu Seaport - Mactan Hotel (Any Hotel) - One Way Transfer: $22
- Seamless Transfer from MactanCebu Airport to Your City Hotel: $23
- Private One-Way Airport Transfer: $25
- Hotel Private Transfer Airport to Cebu, Mandaue, LapuLapu: $25
- Mactan Cebu Airport Transfer to City Hotels: $35
- Cebu Departure Transfer from Mandaue city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $40
- Cebu Private Transfer from Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB) to Mandaue city: $40
- Cebu Departure Transfer from Lapu-Lapu city to Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB): $40
- Cebu Private Transfer from Mactan Cebu Airport (CEB) to Lapu-Lapu city: $40
- Cebu Private Transfer from Mactan Cebu International Airport (CEB) to Cebu city: $40
- Private Canyoneering in Kawasan falls + meals + Cebu transfer opt: $53
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Cebu?
Prices for flights to both Cebu 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 $31Cebu $21
Typical Food Prices in Jerusalem
Some typical examples of dining costs in Jerusalem are as follows:
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Orange Juice$2.65
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Watermelon$3.98
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Lunch$12
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Food at Market$15
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Juice$2.65
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Bagels$7.96
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Lunch for 2$14
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Snacks$5.57
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Jerusalem
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Jerusalem.
- Food Tour in Jerusalem with a Local : $72
- 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 Cebu
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cebu.
- Cebu City: Historical Street and Food Tour: $67
- Cebu City Historical Street and Food Tour: $69
- Panoramic View of Cebu and Dinner with Night View: $89
- Traditional Filipino Bamboo Cooking Class: $108
- Private Panoramic Tour with Dinner: $131
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.43Cebu $17
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$33
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 of Jerusalem Guided Walking Tour: $32
Tours and Activities in Cebu
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Cebu are as follows:
- Moalboal Sardines Run Private Tour: $20
- Cebu City Tour: Temple of Leah and many more: $36
- 3-Hour Small Group Cebu City Tour: $38
- Cebu City: Cebu Heritage & Uphill Tour on Two Wheels: $40
- Cebu City Tour (Joiners Tour): $41
- Guided Heritage City Tour: $44
- Highlands Guided Tour w/ Hotel Pickup: $45
- Cebu Highlands Tour(Cebu Taoist, Temple of Leah and Sirao Garden): $46
- Land Tour | Bantayan Island - Sightseeing - Guided Tour: $46
- Cebu Half Day City Tour (Private Tour): $52
- Canyoneering Experience in Kawasan Falls with Lunch: $55
- Cebu City with Sirao Garden Half Day Tour: $57
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Cebu $14
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$4.77
Sample the Local Flavors in Cebu
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cebu:
- Cebu City Light's Pub Crawl: $99
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Cebu, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Cebu much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Cebu is in Asia, 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 Cebu would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cebu 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 Jerusalem would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Jerusalem than you might in Cebu.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Cebu Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Cebu?
Cebu has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Cebu, 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 Cebu?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Should I visit Jerusalem or Cebu in the Summer?
Both Cebu and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Cebu because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Cebu. In July, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Cebu. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 160 mm (6.3 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Jerusalem is cooler than Cebu in the summer. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Cebu fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Cebu in the Autumn?
Both Cebu and Jerusalem during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cebu year-round.
Cebu gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Jerusalem usually gets less rain in October than Cebu. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 150 mm (5.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
In the autumn, Jerusalem is cooler than Cebu. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jerusalem in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Cebu averages at about 28°C (82°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Cebu 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Cebu in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Cebu. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round. Cebu attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Jerusalem usually receives around the same amount of rain as Cebu. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
In January, Jerusalem is generally much colder than Cebu. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 8°C (46°F), and Cebu fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Cebu 27°C (81°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Cebu in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Cebu. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cebu throughout the year.
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in April than Cebu. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Cebu receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Jerusalem is much colder than Cebu in the spring. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Cebu fluctuates around 29°C (84°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Cebu 29°C (84°F)
Typical Weather for Cebu and Jerusalem
| Jerusalem | Cebu | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 30°C (86°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
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