Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Kos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Kos or Belgrade?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Kos and Belgrade 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: Kos or Belgrade?
Kos
Kos is a Greek island and third largest island of the Dodecanese group, located near the Turkish coast in the southeast Aegean Sea. It is best known for its beautiful sandy beaches, which make it a popular tourist destination, as well as its ancient Greek and Roman landmarks.
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Athens, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Greece, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayKos €134Belgrade €42
The average daily cost (per person) in Kos is €134, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is €42. 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 Kos and Belgrade in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personKos €62Belgrade €28
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomKos €124Belgrade €56
Compare Hotels in Kos and Belgrade
Looking for a hotel in Kos or Belgrade? 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: Kos Hotel Prices and Belgrade Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Kos €37Belgrade €5.20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kos
Also for Kos, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Roundtrip Minivan Transfer to Therma Natural Spa Beach: $23
- Lido Water Park Admission Ticket with Transfers: $24
- Paradise Beach Return Transfer: $25
- Roundtrip Bus Transfer to Mount Zia for Sunset Viewing: $27
- Kos Town: Kalymnos & Pserimos Day Cruise & Optional Transfer: $30
- Kos - Airport Private Transfer: $54
- Kos Private Transfer Services: $59
- Kos Hotels to Kos Airport Private One–Way Transfer: $59
- Kalymnos, Pserimos & Plati Island Cruise with Hotel Transfer: $59
- From Kalymnos Self-Guided Day Trip with Hotel Transfer: $59
- Artemis Hamam and Spa with Hotel Transfers Kos Island: $59
- Kos Airport to Kos Hotels Private One–Way Transfer: $64
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $320
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Timisoara with sightseeing: $87
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $143
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Pristina with sightseeing: $122
- Private Transfer from Sremski Karlovci to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $126
- Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $116
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Vršac: $135
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Sremski Karlovci: $126
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Novi Sad: $126
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $174
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $203
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Šabac: $97
Is it cheaper to fly into Kos or Belgrade?
Prices for flights to both Belgrade and Kos 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 dayKos €43Belgrade €8.63
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Kos
For Kos, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Greek Dinner with Music, Dancing, and Unlimited Wine: $43
- Kefalos Sunset Cruise from Kos with Dinner: $61
- Sunset Cruise with Swimming and BBQ Dinner: $62
- Tavern Dinner Experience with Greek Dancing and Wine: $65
- Kos Cooking Classes by Mama Contessa: $85
- Private Greek Cooking Class in Kos with Lunch: $90
- Sunset Safari Tour with Dinner: $95
- Private Cooking Class in Kos, Local Recipes: $97
- Half Day Wine Tasting with Dinner in Kos: $116
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $65
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Kos €33Belgrade €4.19
Tours and Activities in Kos
For Kos, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.20
- Kos Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.52
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt and Walking Tour: $7.99
- Escape Game and Tour: $7.99
- Kos Town: Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise with Swimming Stops: $21
- From Zia Sunset Tour: $27
- Dory's Glass Bottom Boat Adventure in Pserimos and Pserimos Beach: $29
- Kos Island: 3-Island Wooden Ship Cruise w/ Lunch: $32
- From the Port of Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands: $32
- 3-Island Cruise with Greek BBQ Lunch and Swimming: $32
- From Kalymnos, Pserimos and Plati Day Cruise: $32
- Full Day Boat Cruise to 3 Islands with optional pickup: $33
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $299
- 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $86
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
- Ada Lake Tour: $33
- Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $97
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $133
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $43
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $75
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $50
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $60
- Belgrade Bike Tour: $103
- Belgrade Bike tour: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayKos €19Belgrade €19
Sample the Local Flavors in Kos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Kos:
- Wineries Tour w/ Wine Tastings, Lunch & Transportation: $59
- From Tour of 2 Wineries with Wine Tasting & Small Bites: $63
- Kos Island: Wine Tasting & Zia Village Visit for Sunset: $149
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
- Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $54
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $54
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $92
- Belgrade Serbian Wine Tasting: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Kos and Belgrade, we can see that Kos is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Kos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kos than you might in Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Kos Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Kos or Belgrade?
Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Kos. When comparing the sizes of Kos and Belgrade, 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.
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.