Which place is cheaper, Accra or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Accra, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Minsk is the capital city of Belarus, centrally located. Situated on the Svislac and Niamiha rivers, it is also capital of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS), and was the capital of the former Byelorussian Soviet Socialist Republic from 1919-1991. It is a modern city dominated by monumental Stalinist architecture with many of its museums, theaters, and other cultural attractions.
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, and The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $64, while the average daily cost in Accra 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 Minsk and Accra in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Accra, we can see that Minsk is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Minsk is in Europe and Accra is in Africa, 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 Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Minsk would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Minsk than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Minsk Expensive? and Is Accra Expensive?.
Accra has a larger population, and is about 13% larger than the population of Minsk. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Accra, 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.
Minsk has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Accra and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Minsk is cooler than Accra in the summer. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Accra fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).
In July, Minsk usually receives around the same amount of rain as Accra. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Accra receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Accra and Minsk during the autumn are popular places to visit. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
In the autumn, Minsk is much colder than Accra. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Minsk in October average around 8°C (47°F), and Accra averages at about 26°C (79°F).
Minsk usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Accra. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Accra receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Accra. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Minsk. In January, Minsk is generally much colder than Accra. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around -5°C (22°F), and Accra fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).
In January, Minsk usually receives more rain than Accra. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Accra receives 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Accra. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
Minsk is much colder than Accra in the spring. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Accra fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite rainy in Accra. Minsk usually gets less rain in April than Accra. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Accra receives 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
Minsk | Accra | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) |
Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) |
Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) |
Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) |