Which place is cheaper, Flores or Lisbon?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Lisbon or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Lisbon or Flores? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Lisbon or Flores?
Lisbon
Portugal's capital city of Lisbon continues to grow in popularity as a travel destination. The cultural scene has come to life in recent years and the city itself is stunningly beautiful. It sits on the edge of the Atlantic Ocean and is made up of hills that create a dramatic and scenic layout. The city has many white-bleached limestone buildings, narrow alleyways, and a laidback charm that appeals to visitors.
Flores
The town of Flores is located in Peten, Guatemala. The main hub is located on an island on Lago Peten Itza, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway. On the other side of the causeway are the towns of Santa Elena and San Benito, however, all three are often referred to as Flores. Most people visit the area for its proximity to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, though the town itself is also charming with colonial buildings and historic churches lining the cobbled streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Portugal, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala.
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Lisbon Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLisbon €167Flores €37
The average daily cost (per person) in Lisbon is €167, while the average daily cost in Flores is €37. 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 Lisbon and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLisbon €63Flores €7.55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLisbon €126Flores €15
Compare Hotels in Lisbon and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Lisbon or Flores? 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: Lisbon Hotel Prices and Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Lisbon €25Flores €6.89
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Lisbon
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:
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Taxi Ride€6.50
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon
Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- VIP transfer from the airport to Lisbon hotels: $23
- Transfers from/to Lisbon Airport to: Fátima / Nazaré / Alcobaça..: $281
- Transfers from Lisbon airport and to Lisbon Airport: $176
- Transfers - Lisbon Centre - > Lisbon Airport: $59
- Transfer to Figueira da Foz from Lisbon: $255
- Transfer to Fátima from Lisbon: $269
- Transfer to Comporta / Troia from Lisbon: $205
- Transfer to Algarve from Lisbon: $293
- Transfer service to Lisbon: $37
- Transfer saida Lisboa - Tomar ou Leiria ou Évora ou Sines: $176
- Transfer saida Lisboa - Sesimbra ou Setúbal ou Palmela: $59
- Transfer saida Lisboa - Ericeira ou Mafra ou Torres Vedras: $59
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer : Mayan World Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores: $160
- From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $39
- Transfer from Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tourists Only: $40
- Tikal National Park Guided Tour with Transfers: $24
- One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Belize/Caye Caulke/San Pedro Van or Ferry Transfer: $20
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
Is it cheaper to fly into Lisbon or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and Lisbon 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 dayLisbon €73Flores €19
Typical Food Prices in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Coffee€2.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Premium Portuguese Wine & Pizza Cruise with Open Bar: $29
- Lisbon Night Luxury Boat Vibes with Drinks & Pizza: $31
- Lisbon Luxury Cozy Cruise with Drinks & Pizza: $31
- Lisbon Luxury Cruise Experience with Sangria & Pizza: $31
- Hard Rock Cafe Lisbon with Set Lunch or Dinner: $32
- Lisbon Premium Cozy Boat with Pizza & Open Bar: $35
- Lisbon Sunset DJ Party Cruise with Pizza & Drinks: $41
- Lisbon Night Party Cruise with DJ, Pizza & Drinks: $47
- Taste Lisbon Like a Local: The Ultimate Full-Meal Food Tour: $57
- Dinner with Rising Stars of Fado at Canto do Poeta: $64
- Castle Skip-the-Line & Old Town (add-on Fado Dinner): $69
- Lisbon Flavors and Traditions Small Group Food Tour: $69
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Lisbon €24Flores €18
Tours and Activities in Lisbon
For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Évora & Monsaraz: Alentejo Traditions Private Tour from Lisbon: $281
- Évora - Full day Private Guided tour from Lisbon by minivan: $255
- Évora Day Trip from Private Tour with Chapel of Bones: $265
- Évora Historical Private Tour: $152
- Évora Tour: $176
- Évora and Alentejo Private Wine & Cork Tour From Lisbon: $233
- Évora and Megalithic Circuit 10H Private Tour From Lisbon/Cascais: $239
- Évora and Monsaraz Full Day Private Tour: $283
- Óbidos - Nazaré - Mafra (National Palace of Mafra)Private tour from Lisbon: $170
- Óbidos Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone: $12
- Óbidos and Fatima Tour: $152
- Óbidos, Peniche and Buddha Eden Full Day Private Tour from Lisbon: $269
Typical Entertainment Prices in Flores
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Flores's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tikal Entrance (for 2)€34
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Map of Tikal€2.82
Tours and Activities in Flores
For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 2-Day Tour to Tikal and Yaxhá from Flores Island: $220
- 4 Hours Private Tour to see the sunset at El Rey Canek Viewpoint: $100
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores and Airport: $105
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores or Mayan World Airport: $78
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- Exclusive VIP Tour to Tikal All-Inclusive from Flores: $240
- 1-Day Tikal Tour Private Service From your Hotel: $185
- Blue Crater, Imox Lagoon & Hidden Pools Tour: $75
- Tikal National Park Tour with Mayan Energy Reading: $222
- Yaxha Shared Sunset Tour with Transportation & Guide: $25
- From Flores Guided Tour to Tikal with transportation + lunch: $75
- From Flores Petén: Tour to Playa 3 Naciones: $150
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLisbon €18Flores €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:
- Lisbon Port Wine Tasting at Taylors Shop and Tasting Room: $20
- Lisbon Pub Crawl Nightlife Experience Bars Games and Club Entry: $22
- Lisbon Wild Pub Crawl: $23
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $23
- Lisbon Pub Crawl with Open Bar, Shots & VIP Club Entry: $23
- Lisbon Rooftop Bar Crawl Private Group Experience: $23
- Lisbon Pub Crawl: $23
- Halloween Haunts: Lisbon Pub Crawl Experience: $29
- Portuguese Wine Tasting Experience in Lisbon: $44
- Wine Tasting with Cheeses Charcutaria and Bread Table: $76
- From Family Winery Tour, Historic Cellars & Wine Tasting: $76
- Portuguese Wine Tasting and Food Pairing: $76
Typical Alcohol Prices in Flores
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Flores are as follows:
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Two Margaritas€2.25
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Lisbon and Flores, we can see that Lisbon is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Lisbon is in Europe and Flores is in Central 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 Flores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flores 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 Lisbon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Lisbon than you might in Flores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Lisbon Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Lisbon or Flores?
Lisbon has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of Lisbon and Flores, 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.