Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Manchester?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Manchester or Podgorica?
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 Manchester and Podgorica can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Manchester or Podgorica?
Manchester
Located in the heart of Northern England, Manchester is the unofficial Capital of the North. Though it dates back as a Roman city, the city boomed in growth during the Industrial Revolution in textiles, and is today one of the most-visited cities in England by overseas travelers.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayManchester £184Podgorica £90
The average daily cost (per person) in Manchester is £184, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is £90. 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 Manchester and Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personManchester £71Podgorica £39
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomManchester £142Podgorica £78
Compare Hotels in Manchester and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Manchester or Podgorica? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Manchester Hotel Prices and Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Manchester £19Podgorica £17
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Manchester
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Manchester are as follows:
-
Rail to Airport£11
-
Parking in Manchester£3.00
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Manchester
Also for Manchester, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- 1-Wsy Airport Bus Transfer to/from Leeds: $6.89
- Manchester Airport: BUS Transfer to/from London: $8.16
- Southampton Airport: BUS Transfer to/from Manchester: $8.16
- Manchester Airport to Lake District Ski Club - Arrival Transfer: $44
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Alderley Edge: $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Stockport: $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Adlington (Macclesfield): $52
- Private Transfer from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Eccles: $57
- Private Transfer from Partington to Manchester Airport (MAN): $57
- Private Transfer from Cadishead to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
- Private Transfer from Salford to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
- Private Transfer from Salford Quays to Manchester Airport (MAN): $58
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Private transfer from Podgorica Airport or city to Tirana Airport: $274
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Lustica: $263
- Transfer from Podgorica to Sarajevo: $252
- Tivat to Podgorica one way transfer: $210
- Kotor to Podgorica one way transfer: $205
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Herceg Novi: $156
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat Airport (TIV): $136
- Budva to Podgorica one way transfer: $118
- Private Transfer from Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Tivat downtown: $117
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport and city to Tivat : $109
- Private transfer from Airport Podgorica and city to Kotor: $109
- Transfer from Podgorica Airport to Budva (and viceversa): $108
Is it cheaper to fly into Manchester or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica and Manchester 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
-
Food Meals for one dayManchester £55Podgorica £35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Manchester
For Manchester, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $30
- Pistachio LOVERS Italian Dinner Experience: $44
- Manchester Food Tour with a Local Guide: $94
- Half-Day Manchester Food Tour with Lunch: $95
- 3-Hour Guided Manchester Food Tour with Lunch : $95
- Private Food Tour with Local Guide: $199
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Manchester £30Podgorica £18
Tours and Activities in Manchester
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Manchester.
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $4.37
- Manchester City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.38
- Manchester’s Rebirth and Renewal: A Self Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- England's First Industrial City: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $5.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Manchester Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Private Manchester Self-Guided Tour: $11
- Self-Guided City Sightseeing Treasure Hunt: $13
- Salford Quays Guided Walking Tour: $13
- Canal & River Cruise: $15
- City River Tour: $15
- LGBT+ Manchester Walking Tour: $17
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- ATV Private Tour Montenegro – Žabljak Crnojevića: $335
- ATV Tour Montenegro - Žabljak Crnojevića: $196
- Bar and Ulcinj Private Tour - Oriental Montenegro Experience: $241
- Biogradska Gora - Biograd Lake & Moraca canyon - Skadar Lake tour: $157
- Bjelasica – Troglava – Zekova glava - Hiking Tour: $260
- Boat Cruise Viktor Skadar LakeVirpazar Kom MonasteryVirpazar: $14
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $66
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Cheese farm tour in the katun: $281
- Durmitor - Black Lake & Tara River Canyon - North Montenegro tour: $226
- Durmitor National Park, Northern Fairy Tail -private tour from Podgorica: $180
- Durmitor mountain - Glacial lakes - Montenegro hiking tours: $208
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayManchester £9.90Podgorica £17
Sample the Local Flavors in Manchester
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Manchester:
- Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $48
- Four hour walking wine tasting tour of Manchester's best bars: $102
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $78
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $98
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $121
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $129
- Full Day Private Podgorica Wine Tour Experience: $159
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $197
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Manchester and Podgorica, we can see that Manchester is more expensive. And not only is Podgorica much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Podgorica would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Podgorica 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 Manchester would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manchester than you might in Podgorica.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Manchester Expensive? and Is Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Manchester or Podgorica?
Manchester has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Manchester and Podgorica, 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 Manchester or Podgorica?
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Manchester or Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Manchester during the summer are popular places to visit. The city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Manchester this time of year.
Manchester is much colder than Podgorica in the summer. The daily temperature in Manchester averages around 16°C (62°F) in July, and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the summer, Manchester often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Manchester gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun.
Manchester usually gets more rain in July than Podgorica. Manchester gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyManchester 16°C (62°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Podgorica in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Manchester and Podgorica. Many travelers come to Manchester for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Manchester is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Manchester in October average around 11°C (52°F), and Podgorica averages at about 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Podgorica this time of the year. Manchester usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during autumn. Manchester gets 97 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun in the autumn.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Manchester usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Manchester gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberManchester 11°C (52°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Manchester as well as Podgorica. Many visitors come to Manchester in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Manchester can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Manchester is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Manchester average around 4°C (39°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
In the winter, Manchester often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Manchester gets 53 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Manchester usually gets less rain in January than Podgorica. Manchester gets 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryManchester 4°C (39°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Manchester or Podgorica in the Spring?
Both Podgorica and Manchester are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Most visitors come to Manchester for the activities around the city during these months.
Manchester is much colder than Podgorica in the spring. The daily temperature in Manchester averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
Manchester usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during spring. Manchester gets 144 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun in the spring.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Podgorica. In April, Manchester usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Manchester gets 51 mm (2 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain each month for the spring.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilManchester 8°C (46°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Manchester
| Manchester | Podgorica | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | 4°C (39°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 51 mm (2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 11°C (53°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (58°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 16°C (62°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 16°C (61°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 11°C (52°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (44°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 in) |
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.