A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Minsk vs. Lisbon for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Minsk or Lisbon?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Lisbon, 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 Lisbon?

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.

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.

Which city is cheaper, Lisbon or Minsk?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $82, while the average daily cost in Lisbon is $140. 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 city. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Minsk and Lisbon in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Minsk $41
    Lisbon $63
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Minsk $82
    Lisbon $126
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Lisbon

Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Lisbon? 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.

Hotels in Minsk


Hotels in Lisbon


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Our Analysis
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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Minsk $15
    Lisbon $26

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Minsk

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Minsk:

  • VIP Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) to Minsk city center (any address) by Minibus: $167
  • VIP Minibus airport transfer Minsk with Mercedes V-class: $169
  • Transfers, One-Day Tours: $66
  • Transfer up/to Airport Minsk +1h Minsk sightseeing. Intermediate english driver.: $62
  • Transfer from/to Minsk airport by 2019 Mercedes Sprinter: $216
  • Transfer from Vitebsk to Minsk Airport or Minsk city (any address): $167
  • Transfer from Nationl Airport Minsk Business class: $37
  • Transfer from Minsk to airport. English speaking driver. All car classes.: $33
  • Transfer from Minsk to National Airport Minsk: $50
  • Transfer from Minsk city to Minsk International Airport (standart class sedan): $24
  • Transfer from Minsk airport to Minsk. English speaking driver. All car classes.: $33
  • Transfer from Minsk International Airport to Minsk (standart class sedan): $31

Typical Local Transportation prices in Lisbon

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Lisbon:


  • Taxi Ride
    $6.97

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lisbon

Also for Lisbon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Lisbon Shared Transfer: To or From the Airport: $9.58
  • Lisbon Shared Transfer: To or From the Airport: $11
  • Lisbon Private Transfer to Airport: $11
  • Lisbon Airport Shared Departure Transfer: $11
  • Lisbon Airport Shared Arrival Transfer: $11
  • Lisbon Private Transfer: To or From the Airport: $11
  • Private Transfer To or From Lisbon Airport: $11
  • Shared Transfer Between Airport and City Hotels: $11
  • From Freeport Shopping Experience with Transfers: $11
  • Lisbon Airport Arrival Shared Transfer: $11
  • Lisbon Shared Departure Transfer to Airport, Train or Port: $11
  • Lisbon Shared Arrival Transfer from Airport, Train or Port: $11

Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Lisbon?

Prices for flights to both Lisbon 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Minsk $27
    Lisbon $45

Typical Food prices in Lisbon

For Lisbon, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:


  • Coffee
    $2.68

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lisbon

For Lisbon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Virtual Portuguese Cooking Lesson: $31
  • Live Online Cooking Class from Pastel de Nata with Filipa: $39
  • Bohemian dinner party on a beautiful rooftop near the coast: $42
  • 2-Hour Pastel de Nata Cooking Class: $51
  • The magic of Pasteis de Nata cooking class in Lisbon: $53
  • Bitemojo Self Guided Food Tour New To Lisbon: $54
  • Withlocals Your Way: Lisbon Personalised Private Food Tour: $56
  • Pastel de Nata Cooking Class with Local Baker: $57
  • Private Groups: Pastel de Nata cooking class and tasting in Lisbon's pastry shop: $57
  • Authentic Portuguese dinner with a local chef: $58
  • Lisbon Food Tour: $62
  • Lisbon Old Town Food Tour by Sitway: $63

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Minsk $25
    Lisbon $26

Tours and Activities in Minsk

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Minsk are as follows:

  • 14 Days Mysterious Transilvania, Ukraine, Belarus & Moldova Small Group Tour: $4,379
  • 2 Castles for 1 private tour from Minsk - Mir and Nesvizh.: $135
  • 2-days: Minsk City Tour + Nesvizh Palace - Mir Castle: $293
  • 2-days: Minsk City Tour - Stalin Line + Nesvizh Palace - Mir Castle: $434
  • 2city in 1day, from Minsk to Lida Castle (city) and the Grodno city Private tour: $240
  • 3-hours Guided Minsk City Tour (Driving & Walking Tour): $109
  • 3-hrs sightseeing tour around Minsk (Private Driving & Walking Tour): $119
  • 4 Castles for 1 private tour from Minsk - Mir, Nesvizh, Kosava and Ružany Palace: $200
  • 4 Castles for 1 private tour from Minsk - Mir, Nesvizh, Novogrudok, Lubchany: $200
  • 5-Day Private Belarus-Ukraine Tour: $1,742
  • 5-Day Small-Group Belarus - Ukraine Tour: $1,261
  • Authentic Belarusian Experience: $220

Tours and Activities in Lisbon

For Lisbon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Lisbon Downtown Tour - The Perfect Introduction to the City: $1.24
  • Lisbon Historical Walking Tour: $3.11
  • Sintra Myths and Legends Interpretative Center Entry Ticket: $3.99
  • Contemporary Park of Nations Walking Audio Tour by VoiceMap: $5.48
  • The Soul of Alfama Self-guided Audio Tour by VoiceMap Lisbon: $5.99
  • Museu Coleção Berardo Admission Ticket: $6.22
  • Skip the Line: Pilar 7 Bridge Experience Admission Ticket: $6.22
  • Street Art Virtual Tour in Lisbon: $6.22
  • Lisboa Story Centre: 1-Day Admission Ticket: $7.41
  • Lisboa Story Centre Admission Ticket: $8.09
  • Capuchos Convent Skip-the-Line Ticket: $8.71
  • Calouste Gulbenkian Museum Admission Ticket: $12

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Minsk $18
    Lisbon $20

Sample the Local Flavors in Lisbon

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Lisbon:

  • 1-Hour Portuguese Wine Tasting Session: $22
  • 3-Hour Portuguese History & Flavors Food & Wine Tour: $30
  • Portuguese Wine Tasting and Cheese Lunch: $56
  • Christ the King and Arrábida Small-Group Tour with Wine Tasting from Lisbon: $58
  • Craft Beer, Port & Wine Tour: $68
  • Food & Wine Tasting Walking Tour: $75
  • Santuário Cristo Rei-Sesimbra-Castle Palmela-Bacalhoa Winery with wine tasting: $81
  • Full-Day Évora Wine Tour: $84
  • Wine Tasting in Lisbon: $87
  • Private Van Tour Arrabida and Wine Tasting: $89
  • Wine tasting Private Day Tour ARRABIDA: $92
  • Van Private Tour Arrábida Wine Tour: $96


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Lisbon, we can see that Lisbon 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 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 Minsk.


When is the best time to visit Minsk or Lisbon?

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 Lisbon in the Summer?

Both Lisbon and Minsk during the summer are popular places to visit. Also, most visitors come to Lisbon for the beaches, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.

In the summer, Minsk is cooler than Lisbon. Typically, the summer temperatures in Minsk in July are around 19°C (66°F), and Lisbon is about 23°C (73°F).

In Lisbon, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Minsk. In the summer, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Lisbon. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisbon receives 352 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Lisbon. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Minsk 19°C (66°F) 
    Lisbon 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Lisbon in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Lisbon. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Lisbon because of the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Minsk is generally much colder than Lisbon. Temperatures in Minsk average around 8°C (47°F), and Lisbon stays around 19°C (66°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Lisbon this time of the year. Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Lisbon during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Lisbon receives 213 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Minsk usually receives less rain than Lisbon. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Minsk 8°C (47°F) 
    Lisbon 19°C (66°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Lisbon in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Lisbon. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Lisbon this time of year.

The weather in Minsk can be very cold. Minsk is much colder than Lisbon in the winter. The temperature in Minsk is usually -5°C (22°F) in January, and Lisbon stays around 12°C (53°F).

In the winter, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Lisbon. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Lisbon receives 144 hours of full sun.

It's quite rainy in Lisbon. Minsk usually gets less rain in January than Lisbon. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Minsk -5°C (22°F) 
    Lisbon 12°C (53°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Lisbon in the Spring?

Both Lisbon and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. Also, many travelers come to Lisbon for the beaches, the activities around the city, and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Minsk is much colder than Lisbon. Typically, the spring temperatures in Minsk in April are around 8°C (46°F), and Lisbon is about 16°C (60°F).

It's quite sunny in Lisbon. Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Lisbon during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Lisbon receives 235 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Minsk usually receives less rain than Lisbon. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Lisbon receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Minsk 8°C (46°F) 
    Lisbon 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Lisbon and Minsk

Minsk Lisbon
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (22°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 12°C (53°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)
Feb -4°C (25°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 13°C (55°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Mar 0°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 14°C (58°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 16°C (60°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
May 15°C (58°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 18°C (64°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 21°C (69°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)
Jul 19°C (66°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Aug 18°C (65°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 23°C (74°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 22°C (72°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Oct 8°C (47°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 19°C (66°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Nov 3°C (37°F) 52 mm (2 in) 15°C (59°F) 114 mm (4.5 in)
Dec -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 12°C (54°F) 108 mm (4.3 in)


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