Which place is cheaper, Flores or London?
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 London or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between London and Flores can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: London or Flores?
London
The capital of the United Kingdom is a thriving multicultural metropolis. Steeped in iconic landmarks, world-class museums and royal parks, London is energetic, majestic, ambitious and one of the world's greatest cities. London is a cultural and fashion capital, a great place to go out, an amazing place to eat and one of those cities that is constantly changing with new and exciting things sprouting up almost every day. History and tradition greet you at every turn in the UK's capital. London is also a city with an edgy underbelly, delighting in neon pink dive bars, cheeky graffiti and mind-blowing street food. When you need a break from the action, pop into a pub or relax in one of the city's many parks. Blow through the city on a double-decker bus, and take a pinch-me-I'm-in-London walk through the West End. As one of the most visited cities in the world, London is busy, vibrant and very tourist friendly. The only problem with London is that it's very expensive; it can eat away at your budget if you aren't careful. Luckily, there are also tons of free or cheap things to do in London that can fill your time.
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 Coach Bus Tours in United Kingdom, The Best Adventure Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Tours for Seniors to Guatemala, and The Best G Adventures Tours to Guatemala.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayLondon £217Flores £32
The average daily cost (per person) in London is £217, while the average daily cost in Flores is £32. 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 London and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personLondon £125Flores £6.50
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomLondon £250Flores £13
Compare Hotels in London and Flores
Looking for a hotel in London 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: London Hotel Prices and Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.London £26Flores £5.93
Typical Local Transportation Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in London:
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Taxi Ride£15
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Heathrow Express£18
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Luggage Storage£8.00
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London Map£1.29
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Oyster Card£36
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Train to Gatwick Airport (2)£22
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Oyster Card£27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in London
Also for London, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Windsor Castle to/from Central London | Private Transfers: $74
- Windsor Castle and Southampton Cruise Port Transfer from London: $165
- Warner Bros. Studios to Central London - Private Transfers: $158
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in London HTL-APT (LHR): $141
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in London APT-HTL (LHR): $141
- Transfer to/from London Gatwick Airport to Dover Cruise Port: $487
- Transfer to/ from London Heathrow Airport to Central London: $221
- Transfer to/ from Dover Cruise port to Central London: $504
- Transfer to the Cruise ports from your London accommodation: $111
- Transfer from London to Gatwick Airport: $189
- Transfer from London City Center to London Airport (LCY): $63
- Transfer from Heathrow Airport to London or London to Heathrow: $177
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores: $160
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
- One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey, Lanquin: $49
- Transfer from Flores to Semuc Champey, Lanquin, Tourists Only: $40
- Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Rio Dulce, Izabal: $39
- From Flores, Peten: One way shared transfer to Tikal: $39
- Tikal National Park Guided Tour with Transfers: $24
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
- Belize/Caye Caulke/San Pedro Van or Ferry Transfer: $20
- Transfer : Mayan World Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
Is it cheaper to fly into London or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and London 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 dayLondon £59Flores £17
Typical Food Prices in London
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to London:
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Lunch at Starbucks£13
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Tea£6.00
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Afternoon Tea at Fortnum & Mason£39
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Morning Tea£6.35
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Pastry£5.00
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Sushi Dinner for One£18
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in London
For London, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- London Food Tour of Soho & Covent Garden: $19
- Hard Rock Cafe London Old Park Lane with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $42
- Hard Rock Cafe Piccadilly Circus with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $44
- London Sweet Treats Food Tour: Choose Your Own Sweet Treats & Tea: $48
- Ultimate London Cheese Crawl : Guided Food Tour: $49
- Sky Garden Access Ticket & 2 Course Dinner at Larch Restaurant: $61
- British Historic Pub Food Tour, Beers and Pies: $77
- The Original Soho and Chinatown Food Tour with Authentic Dishes: $84
- French Cuisine Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $89
- London Borough Market Holiday Food Tour: Sweet Treats & Tea Tour: $89
- London Sweet Treats Food Tour: Covent Garden & West End: $89
- Peruvian Fusion Dinner & Comedy Show Experience, Covent Garden: $90
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.London £33Flores £15
Typical Entertainment Prices in London
For London, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Two Tickets to a Concert£83
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London Symphony Orchestra£34
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London Pass£47
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Comedy Show£8.00
Tours and Activities in London
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for London.
- 2 Hours Rock and Roll Historical Walking Tour in London: $68
- 2 hour British Museum Highlights Private Guided Tour: $263
- 2 hour Walking Tour in Greenwich UNESCO World Heritage in London: $28
- 3 Hour Guided Private Walking Tour: The Best of London: $243
- 3 Hour Private Downton Abbey London Locations Walking Tour: $263
- 3 Locks Brewing Company Tour and Tasting Experience in Camden: $35
- 3 hour Self Guided Canoe Adventures on the Thames: $76
- 3-Hour Historic Pub Experience in London: $82
- 3-Hour Private Tour of East London Graffiti & Street Art: $245
- 30 Major London Attractions Walking Tour With Photos: $69
- 4 Hours Classic London Tour in a Private Vehicle: $250
- 4-Hour London Main Attractions and Tourist Sights Tour: $207
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)£29
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Map of Tikal£2.43
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
- 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
- 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
- From 2-Day Semuc Champey Tour with Caves & Tubing: $38
- From 2-Day Tikal & Yaxhá Tour: $299
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayLondon £15Flores £15
Sample the Local Flavors in London
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in London:
- Historic Pub Walking Tour of London: $19
- City of London Historic Pub Tour: $21
- The Jack the Ripper Pub Tour - Taverns and Dark Tales: $28
- London Italian Wine Tasting at Historic St Marks Church: $32
- London Pub Crawl: $35
- London PUB CRAWL Shots Pints & Good Times: $35
- The Great East London Pub Crawl!: $35
- Beer Babe Bar Crawl in London: $53
- North London Craft Brewery Tour: $68
- London Soho Rock and Roll Pub Tour with Guide: $82
- London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $82
- London Historical Pub Tour with Pilgrims and Pirates: $83
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£1.94
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between London and Flores, we can see that London is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since London 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 London would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in London 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 London Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, London or Flores?
London has a larger population, and is about 360 times larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of London 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.