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

Should you visit Minsk or Mamaia?

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

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

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.

Mamaia

The most popular beach resort in Romania, Mamaia sits on an 8-kilometer wisp of land between Lake Siutghiol and the Black Sea. With plenty of hotels, restaurants, nightclubs, and an aqua park, the resort area is a party-goer's destination with endless opportunities for fun in the sun and nighttime merriment.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Romania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Bucharest.


Which place is cheaper, Mamaia or Minsk?

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 Mamaia is $65. 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 Mamaia in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Minsk $32
    Mamaia $25
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Minsk $64
    Mamaia $50
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Mamaia

Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Mamaia? 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 Mamaia


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Minsk $12
    Mamaia $27

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mamaia

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

  • Private Transfer from Constanta to Bucarest (OTP) Airport: $176
  • Cernavoda to Bucharest - Private Guided Transfer - Car and Driver: $220
  • Constanta to Bucharest Otopeni airport - private transfers: $253
  • Mihail Kogalniceanu Constanta to Bucharest Driver - Private Guided Transfer : $275

Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Mamaia?

Prices for flights to both Mamaia 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 $21
    Mamaia $23

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Minsk $20
    Mamaia $13

Tours and Activities in Mamaia

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

  • Self-Guided Labyrinth in the Rocks Tour near Silistra: $21
  • Day Tour: Visit Histria Winery and Ancient Citadel: $87
  • One Day Tour to Constanta (The Ancient City of Tomis): $177

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Minsk $14
    Mamaia $12

Sample the Local Flavors in Mamaia

Also in Mamaia, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Unveilling the Essence: Gabai Winery's Captivating Wine Tours: $44


When comparing the travel costs between Minsk and Mamaia, we can see that Mamaia is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Since both cities are in Europe, it's no surprise that their costs are relatively close, as many destinations here have somewhat similar travel prices overall.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Minsk Expensive? and Is Mamaia Expensive?.



When is the best time to visit Minsk or Mamaia?

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 Mamaia in the Summer?

Both Mamaia and Minsk during the summer are popular places to visit.

Minsk is cooler than Mamaia in the summer. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Mamaia fluctuates around 22°C (72°F).

In Mamaia, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Minsk. In the summer, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Mamaia. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 320 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Mamaia. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Minsk 19°C (66°F) 
    Mamaia 22°C (72°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Mamaia in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Mamaia.

In the autumn, Minsk is much colder than Mamaia. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Minsk in October average around 8°C (47°F), and Mamaia averages at about 14°C (56°F).

Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Mamaia during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 182 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Minsk usually receives more rain than Mamaia. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Minsk 8°C (47°F) 
    Mamaia 14°C (56°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Mamaia in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Mamaia.

It's quite cold in Mamaia in the winter. The weather in Minsk can be very cold. In January, Minsk is generally much colder than Mamaia. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around -5°C (22°F), and Mamaia fluctuates around 1°C (33°F).

In the winter, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Mamaia. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Mamaia receives 83 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets more rain in January than Mamaia. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Minsk -5°C (22°F) 
    Mamaia 1°C (33°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Mamaia in the Spring?

Both Mamaia and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities.

Minsk is cooler than Mamaia in the spring. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Mamaia fluctuates around 10°C (51°F).

Minsk usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Mamaia during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Mamaia receives 180 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Minsk usually receives more rain than Mamaia. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Mamaia receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Minsk 8°C (46°F) 
    Mamaia 10°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Mamaia and Minsk

Minsk Mamaia
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (22°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 1°C (33°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Feb -4°C (25°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 2°C (36°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Mar 0°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 5°C (41°F) 26 mm (1 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 10°C (51°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
May 15°C (58°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 16°C (60°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 20°C (68°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Jul 19°C (66°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 22°C (72°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Aug 18°C (65°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 22°C (72°F) 33 mm (1.3 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 19°C (65°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Oct 8°C (47°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 14°C (56°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 3°C (37°F) 52 mm (2 in) 8°C (47°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Dec -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 4°C (38°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)