Which place is cheaper, Moscow or Jerusalem?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Jerusalem or Moscow?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Jerusalem or Moscow, 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 Moscow?
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.
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Israel, and The Best Budget Tours to Israel.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayJerusalem $107Moscow $62
The average daily cost (per person) in Jerusalem is $107, while the average daily cost in Moscow is $62. 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 Moscow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personJerusalem $63Moscow $39
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomJerusalem $126Moscow $78
Compare Hotels in Jerusalem and Moscow
Looking for a hotel in Jerusalem or Moscow? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Jerusalem $6.64Moscow $6.06
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:
- VIP transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- VIP Transfer between Ben Gurion Airport and Jerusalem: $130
- Transfer Between Tel Aviv city and Jerusalem city: $213
- Private Transfer: From Jerusalem to Tel Aviv: $95
- Private Transfer from Tel Aviv hotels to Haifa Cruise Port: $189
- Private Transfer from Jerusalem to Herzlia: $247
- Private Transfer from Dead Sea Hotels to Aqaba Airport: $160
- Private Jerusalem Departure Transfer - Hotel/Accommodation to Tel Aviv Airport: $48
- Private Intercity Transfer - from your Jerusalem hotel to your Tel Aviv hotel: $90
- Private Airport Transfers to/from Hotel: $146
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $70
- Jerusalem to Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) - Departure Private Transfer: $77
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kedungsari: $40
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
- Private Transfer from Sidomulyo Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tangkerang Labuai: $40
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kota Baru: $42
- Private Transfer from Kota Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kampung Baru: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Jerusalem or Moscow?
Prices for flights to both Moscow 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 $31Moscow $14
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
- Mahane Yehuda Market food tour jerusalem: $99
- 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: $169
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Jerusalem $8.43Moscow $16
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:
- 2 Days Bethlehem, Herodion, Judean Desert Monasteries and Jericho Private Tour: $275
- Political Private Tour Ramallah: $140
- (From Jerusalem) One-Day Tour to Bethlehem Jericho & Jordan River Qasr alyahood: $99
- 2 Hour Shooting Experience: $173
- 360 Virtual Tour of Ancient Jerusalem: $6.00
- 7-Hour Jerusalem Political Guided Tour from Jerusalem: $199
- Amazing Family Tour in Jerusalem: $500
- Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Jerusalem: $69
- Bethlehem & Dead Sea Day Tour from Jerusalem & Tel Aviv: $65
- Bethlehem Alternative Tour: $90
- Bethlehem Christian Guided Tour: $20
- Bethlehem Full Day Tour: $150
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayJerusalem $16Moscow $7.79
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Jerusalem and Moscow, we can see that Jerusalem is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Jerusalem is in Middle East and Moscow 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 Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Jerusalem Expensive? and Is Moscow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Jerusalem or Moscow?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Jerusalem. When comparing the sizes of Jerusalem and Moscow, 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 Moscow?
Moscow 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 Moscow in the Summer?
Both Moscow and Jerusalem during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Jerusalem because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Jerusalem is a little warmer than Moscow in the summer. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 23°C (73°F) in July, and Moscow fluctuates around 19°C (67°F).
Jerusalem usually gets less rain in July than Moscow. Jerusalem gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyJerusalem 23°C (73°F)Moscow 19°C (67°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Moscow in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Jerusalem and Moscow. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Jerusalem year-round.
In the autumn, Jerusalem is much warmer than Moscow. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Jerusalem in October average around 19°C (66°F), and Moscow averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In October, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Moscow. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberJerusalem 19°C (66°F)Moscow 6°C (43°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Moscow in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Jerusalem as well as Moscow. Jerusalem attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
The weather in Moscow can be very cold. In January, Jerusalem is generally much warmer than Moscow. Daily temperatures in Jerusalem average around 8°C (46°F), and Moscow fluctuates around -8°C (17°F).
Jerusalem usually gets more rain in January than Moscow. Jerusalem gets 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryJerusalem 8°C (46°F)Moscow -8°C (17°F)
Should I visit Jerusalem or Moscow in the Spring?
Both Moscow and Jerusalem are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Jerusalem throughout the year.
Jerusalem is much warmer than Moscow in the spring. The daily temperature in Jerusalem averages around 16°C (61°F) in April, and Moscow fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In April, Jerusalem usually receives less rain than Moscow. Jerusalem gets 20 mm (0.8 in) of rain, while Moscow receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilJerusalem 16°C (61°F)Moscow 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Moscow and Jerusalem
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 8°C (46°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 9°C (48°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 12°C (54°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Sep | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 19°C (66°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Nov | 15°C (59°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Dec | 10°C (50°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
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