Which place is cheaper, Mostar or Lagos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Lagos or Mostar?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Lagos and Mostar. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Lagos or Mostar?
Lagos
A coastal town in the south of Portugal, Lagos is known for its old world charm, plummeting cliffs, and Atlantic beaches. Many come to enjoy a full range of activities from beach-going and watersports to exploring cobbled streets lined with options for shopping and dining. Historic churches and castles add to the charm, as well as a clifftop lighthouse showing the way to Lagos for ships at sea.
Mostar
Mostar has historically been a culturally and ethnically diverse city. It was heavily bombed during the country's civil war and many of the city's most important buildings and structures were destroyed. Most significantly, the city's Old Bridge, Stari Most, was destoryed. The bridge was rebuilt through an international effort just eleven years after the war. It was completed in 2004 and included pieces of the original bridge. Today, much of the city has been rebuilt and the city is a beautiful and impressive travel destination. The old town still has much of its original charm and it is a great place to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal, The Best Budget Tours to Bosnia and Herzegowina, and The Best Cultural Tours in Bosnia and Herzegowina.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLagos €118Mostar €65
The average daily cost (per person) in Lagos is €118, while the average daily cost in Mostar 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 Lagos and Mostar in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLagos €61Mostar €34
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLagos €122Mostar €68
Compare Hotels in Lagos and Mostar
Looking for a hotel in Lagos or Mostar? 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: Lagos Hotel Prices and Mostar Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lagos €31Mostar €8.11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lagos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lagos:
- Transfer Burgau - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $55
- Transfer Praia da Luz - Alamos Golf (Portimão): $58
- Transfer Praia da Luz - Balaia Golf (Albufeira): $70
- Car or Van Departure Transfer Meia Praia or Lagos to Faro Airport: $78
- Private Transfer from Praia da Luz to Faro (FAO) Airport: $102
- Private Transfer from Gil Eannes Square to Faro (FAO) Airport: $102
- Private Transfer from Santa Maria (Lagos) to Faro (FAO) Airport: $102
- Faro Airport: Private Transfer to/from Monchique or Lagos: $103
- Private Transfer to Faro Airport (60 min): $107
- Faro Airport to/from Lagos/Private Transfer max 4 passengers: $118
- Faro Airport: Private Transfer With Options To or From Lagos: $128
- Private Transfer from Budens to Faro (FAO) Airport: $130
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mostar
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Mostar:
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Taxi To & From Blagaj (hiking)€20
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mostar
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mostar:
- From Scenic Private Transfer to Dubrovnik: $267
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Bugojno: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Grude: $117
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Jablanica: $135
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Konjic: $174
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Medugorje: $291
- Private Transfer from Mostar Airport (OMO) to Tomislav grad: $214
- Private Transfer from Mostar to Sarajevo Airport (SJJ): $291
- Split to Dubrovnik via Mostar Private Transfer: $524
- Transfer Mostar to Dubrovnik with Kravice Waterfalls, Blagaj and Počitelj tour: $122
- Transfer Sarajevo ⇄ Dubrovnik + Herzegovina Tour: $196
- Transfer from Sarajevo to Mostar: $160
Is it cheaper to fly into Lagos or Mostar?
Prices for flights to both Mostar and Lagos 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 dayLagos €34Mostar €24
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lagos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lagos.
- Classic Food Tour - Lagos: $97
- Full-Day West Coast Adventure with Hiking, Sunset, Dinner & Wine : $120
Typical Food Prices in Mostar
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mostar are as follows:
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A Casual Dinner Out (for 2)€14
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mostar
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mostar.
- Mostar street food tour: $57
- Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class in Mostar: $80
- Tastes and Tales of Traditional Bosnian Cooking Class: $82
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lagos €26Mostar €8.78
Tours and Activities in Lagos
Here are a few actual costs in Lagos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Lagos Scavenger Hunt and Sights Private Self-Guided Tour: $7.84
- Guided Walking Tour with Brodie from Australia: $16
- Ponta da Piedade Rock Formations Guided Boat Tour: $19
- Tour to go inside the Ponta da Piedade Caves/Grottos and see the beaches - Lagos: $20
- Lagos Street Art: In-App Adventure Hunt: $21
- In-App Adventure Hunt: $21
- Ponta da Piedade Grotto Tour: $22
- Boat Tours: $27
- Ponta da Piedade Grotto Tour in Lagos, Algarve: $27
- Coast Cruise Trip to Ponta da Piedade from Lagos: $29
- NATURA TOUR - Countryside of Lagos - ECO TUK and LOCAL guide: $29
- TUK TUK Tour Lagos Old& New Town& Beaches- Best way to know: $31
Tours and Activities in Mostar
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mostar are as follows:
- Museum of War and Genocide Victims 1992-1995 Entrance Ticket: $5.94
- Walking tour in Old Town Mostar: $18
- Walking Tour in Old Town Mostar: $20
- Mostar city Tour: $22
- Mostar Walking Tour: Orient in the West: $22
- Mostar in War: Historical Walking Tour: $22
- Street Art Guided Tour in Mostar: $22
- Mostar Private Walking Tour - where East meets West: $32
- Mostar Shelters tour in Mostar: $37
- The Ottoman Experience Tour in Mostar: $37
- The Death of Yugoslavia Tour in Mostar: $38
- Private Half-Day Oriental Tour of Mostar with Food Tasting: $38
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLagos €6.79Mostar €3.47
Sample the Local Flavors in Lagos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lagos:
- Lagos Wine Tasting and Tapas: $44
- Small-Group Day Tour of Silves and Monchique with Wine Tasting: $86
- Benagil Secrets: Jeep and Boat Tour with Wine Tasting: $104
Typical Alcohol Prices in Mostar
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Mostar:
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A Few Drinks (for 2)€6.14
Sample the Local Flavors in Mostar
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Mostar:
- 1-Hour Wine Tasting Tour in Medjugorje: $16
- Wine Tour & Tasting (Herzegovina): $91
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lagos and Mostar, we can see that Lagos is more expensive. And not only is Mostar much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Mostar would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Mostar 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 Lagos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lagos than you might in Mostar.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lagos Expensive? and Is Mostar Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lagos or Mostar?
Mostar has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Lagos. When comparing the sizes of Lagos and Mostar, 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 Lagos or Mostar?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Lagos or Mostar in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Lagos and Mostar. Many travelers come to Lagos for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Lagos is generally around the same temperature as Mostar. Daily temperatures in Lagos average around 25°C (77°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Lagos gets a good bit of rain this time of year. In July, Lagos usually receives more rain than Mostar. Lagos gets 243 mm (9.6 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyLagos 25°C (77°F)Mostar 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Lagos or Mostar in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Lagos as well as Mostar. Many visitors come to Lagos in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
Lagos is much warmer than Mostar in the autumn. The daily temperature in Lagos averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Mostar fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
It's quite rainy in Mostar. Lagos receives a lot of rain in the autumn. Lagos usually gets less rain in October than Mostar. Lagos gets 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 153 mm (6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberLagos 26°C (79°F)Mostar 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Lagos or Mostar in the Winter?
Both Mostar and Lagos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Lagos for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.
In the winter, Lagos is much warmer than Mostar. Typically, the winter temperatures in Lagos in January average around 27°C (81°F), and Mostar averages at about 6°C (42°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Mostar. In January, Lagos usually receives less rain than Mostar. Lagos gets 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 148 mm (5.8 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryLagos 27°C (81°F)Mostar 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Lagos or Mostar in the Spring?
Both Mostar and Lagos during the spring are popular places to visit. The spring months attract visitors to Lagos because of the beaches and the natural beauty.
In April, Lagos is generally much warmer than Mostar. Daily temperatures in Lagos average around 28°C (82°F), and Mostar fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Mostar gets a good bit of rain this time of year. It rains a lot this time of the year in Lagos. Lagos usually gets more rain in April than Mostar. Lagos gets 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain, while Mostar receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilLagos 28°C (82°F)Mostar 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Mostar and Lagos
| Lagos | Mostar | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 13 mm (0.5 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Feb | 29°C (84°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Mar | 29°C (84°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 124 mm (4.9 in) |
| Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 146 mm (5.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| May | 27°C (81°F) | 202 mm (8 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 316 mm (12.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
| Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 243 mm (9.6 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 25°C (77°F) | 122 mm (4.8 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 65 mm (2.5 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 160 mm (6.3 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 109 mm (4.3 in) |
| Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 153 mm (6 in) |
| Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 203 mm (8 in) |
| Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 196 mm (7.7 in) |
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