Which place is cheaper, Edinburgh or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Minsk or Edinburgh?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Edinburgh, 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.
Where Should I go: Minsk or Edinburgh?
Minsk
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.
Edinburgh
Edinburgh is the moderately sized capital of Scotland. It is a medieval city that has managed to perfect the combination of Georgian architecture and medieval relics with a cosmopolitan population and avant-garde atmosphere. The city's population is quite young, in large part because of the University of Edinburgh. This youthful vibe gives this city a lot of vitality. There's a thriving nightlife, many restaurants, theatres, galleries and museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best 10-Day Tours from London.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMinsk $64Edinburgh $177
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $64, while the average daily cost in Edinburgh is $177. 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 Edinburgh in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMinsk $32Edinburgh $92
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMinsk $64Edinburgh $184
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Edinburgh
Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Edinburgh? 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: Edinburgh Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Minsk $12Edinburgh $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Edinburgh:
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Local Bus$4.48
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Edinburgh
Also for Edinburgh, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Edinburgh Airport: Bus Transfer: $5.62
- Private Transfer from South Queensferry Port to Edinburgh Airport: $28
- Private Transfer from South Queensferry Port to Edinburgh hotels: $28
- Private Transfer - Edinburgh Airport(EDI) to Newhaven Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Newhaven Port to Edinburgh Airport EDI: $28
- Private Transfer from Edinburgh Hotels to South Queensferry Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Edinburgh Hotels to Newhaven Cruise Port: $28
- Private Transfer from Newhaven Cruise Port to Glasgow Airport: $36
- Edinburgh Airport: Private Arrival or Departure Transfers: $37
- Private Airport transfer From or to Edinburgh airport (One way transfer): $39
- Private One-Way Transfer from Edinburgh to Edinburgh Airport: $41
- Private Transfer - South Queensferry Port to Glasgow Airport(GLA): $46
Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Edinburgh?
Prices for flights to both Edinburgh and Minsk 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 dayMinsk $21Edinburgh $49
Typical Food Prices in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$11
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Dinner at Filling Station$12
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Lunch for Two$19
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Sandwich$2.30
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Cheese & bread$9.01
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Thai Restaurant Dinner (for 2)$31
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2 Coffees and Scones$7.23
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Turkish Delight$1.74
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Soup at the Pub$7.35
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hard Rock Cafe with Set Menu for Lunch or Dinner: $31
- Scottish Dinner and Folk Music Experience: $87
- Edinburgh Holiday Donut Adventure & Walking Food Tour: $90
- 'Scotland meets Sardinia' - 8-course Dinner in Leith, Edinburgh: $110
- 3-Hour Guided Secret Food Tour: $116
- Edinburgh Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $120
- Edinburgh Food Tour with a Local Foodie Custom & Private: $167
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Minsk $20Edinburgh $25
Typical Entertainment Prices in Edinburgh
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Edinburgh's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Show Tickets$40
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Movie Tickets for Two$15
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Donation for Storytellers$7.47
Tours and Activities in Edinburgh
For Edinburgh, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Escape Game and Tour: $3.74
- Old Town's Highlights Walking Tour: $4.36
- Audio Tour Royal Mile: del Castillo hasta "The Tron Kirk": $5.34
- Edinbourgh, Royal mile: walking tour with audio guide: $5.35
- Edinburgh Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $5.56
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.41
- Audio Tour through History of Crime: $7.00
- Edinburgh Royal mile: Self-guided walking tour: $7.19
- Must-See In App Audio Tour: $7.61
- Edinburgh Royal Mile (New Self Guided Tour) : $7.99
- Harry Potter’s A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMinsk $14Edinburgh $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Edinburgh
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Edinburgh from other travelers:
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Beer & Wine$18
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Half Pint at Tollbooth Tavern$2.06
Sample the Local Flavors in Edinburgh
Also in Edinburgh, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl with Free Shots & Discounts: $11
- Edinburgh Bar Crawl: 5+ Venues, Free Shots, Free Club Entry: $19
- Pub Crawl in Edinburgh: $19
- Edinburgh Literary Pub Tour with "Real-Actors": $25
- East Lothian: Glenkinchie Whisky Distillery Tour & Tasting: $26
- Guided Gin Tasting at 56 North Distillery: $28
- Pickering's Gin Jolly Distillery Tasting Tour: $31
- Lind & Lime Gin Distillery Tour & Tasting: $31
- Whisky Tasting and Tales at Summerhall Distillery: $31
- Pub Crawl 7 Bars with 6 Shots: $31
- The Original Edinburgh Pub Crawl: $32
- Visit a Working South Loch Gin Distillery: $32
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Edinburgh, we can see that Edinburgh is more expensive. And not only is Minsk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Minsk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Minsk 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 Edinburgh would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Edinburgh than you might in Minsk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Minsk Expensive? and Is Edinburgh Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Minsk or Edinburgh?
Minsk has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Edinburgh. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Edinburgh, 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 Minsk or Edinburgh?
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 Minsk or Edinburgh in the Summer?
Both Edinburgh and Minsk during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Edinburgh for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Minsk is a little warmer than Edinburgh in the summer. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Edinburgh fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It's quite sunny in Minsk. In the summer, Minsk often gets more sunshine than Edinburgh. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Edinburgh receives 163 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Edinburgh. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMinsk 19°C (66°F)Edinburgh 14°C (58°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Edinburgh in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Edinburgh. Also, many visitors come to Edinburgh in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.
In the autumn, Minsk is cooler than Edinburgh. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Minsk in October average around 8°C (47°F), and Edinburgh averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Minsk usually receives more sunshine than Edinburgh during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Edinburgh receives 90 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Minsk usually receives less rain than Edinburgh. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMinsk 8°C (47°F)Edinburgh 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Edinburgh in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Edinburgh. Also, most visitors come to Edinburgh for the museums, the shopping scene, the theater shows, and the cuisine during these months.
Edinburgh can be very cold during winter. Minsk can get quite cold in the winter. In January, Minsk is generally much colder than Edinburgh. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around -5°C (22°F), and Edinburgh fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
In the winter, Minsk often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Edinburgh. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Edinburgh receives 48 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets less rain in January than Edinburgh. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 61 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMinsk -5°C (22°F)Edinburgh 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Edinburgh in the Spring?
Both Edinburgh and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Edinburgh because of the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Minsk is a little warmer than Edinburgh in the spring. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Edinburgh fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
Minsk usually receives more sunshine than Edinburgh during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Edinburgh receives 132 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Minsk usually receives around the same amount of rain as Edinburgh. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Edinburgh receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMinsk 8°C (46°F)Edinburgh 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Edinburgh and Minsk
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 64 mm (2.5 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.