Should you visit Minsk or Pecs?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Pecs, this travel cost comparison can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
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.
Pecs
Located in southwest Hungary, Pecs is a pleasant university town with a history that dates back to Roman times - a history evident in its ancient architecture. Some of the most sought after sites include the Early Christian Necropolis, the Mosque of Pasha Quasim, and the Cathedral of Pecs.
Which city is cheaper, Pecs or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $65, while the average daily cost in Pecs is $78. 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. Below is a breakdown of travel costs for Minsk and Pecs in more detail.
Accommodation
A hotel room in Minsk is about $64 This assumes double occupancy and modest accommodations.
Accommodation prices vary by location and style, but travelers pay on average about $74 for a double occupancy room in Pecs.
Food
In Minsk travelers spend around $21 a day on food. You can save money by choosing casual restaurants or food stalls, or you can spend plenty more by dining in nicer restaurants at every meal.
While meal prices in Pecs can vary, the average travelers spends about $29 per day on food. Based on the spending habits of previous travelers, when dining out, an average meal in Pecs should cost around $12 per person. Breakfast prices are usually a little cheaper than lunch or dinner. The price of food in sit-down restaurants in Pecs is often higher than fast food prices or street food prices.
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Food
Meals for one day
Minsk $21
Pecs $29
Typical Food prices in Pecs
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Pecs:
Local Transportation
The average price of local transportation around Minsk is $12 per person, per day. As this average includes both taxis and public transport, keep in mind that the prices of private drivers and taxis are significantly more expensive than public transportation.
While taxis and private drivers typically cost much more than public transportation, people usually spend around $17 per day to get around in Pecs.
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Minsk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Minsk:
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Arrival Private Transfer Minsk National Airport MSQ to Minsk by Business Car:
$44
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Arrival Private Transfer Minsk National Airport MSQ to Minsk by Luxury Van:
$118
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Arrival Private Transfer Minsk National Airport MSQ to Minsk by Minibus:
$69
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Arrival Private Transfer Minsk National Airport MSQ to Minsk by Minivan:
$44
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Arrival Private Transfer Minsk National Airport MSQ to Minsk by Standard Car:
$29
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Business Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) to Minsk city center (any address):
$92
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Comfort Transfer from Minsk Airport (MSQ) to Minsk city center (any address):
$45
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Departure Private Transfer City to Minsk National Airport MSQ by Business Car:
$44
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Departure Private Transfer City to Minsk National Airport MSQ by Luxury Van:
$118
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Departure Private Transfer City to Minsk National Airport MSQ by Minibus:
$69
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Departure Private Transfer City to Minsk National Airport MSQ by Minivan:
$44
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Departure Private Transfer City to Minsk National Airport MSQ by Standard Car:
$29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Pecs
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Pecs:
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Pécs - Budapest Transfer:
$167
Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Pecs?
Prices for flights to both Pecs 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.
Entertainment
Minsk's costs for entertainment, tickets, attractions, and tours will often cost around $20 per person, per day. This cost can vary widely by the type of activity, however, as this includes admission tickets, day tours, museums, and other things to do.
Activities, things to do, and other forms of entertainment usually cost around $17 per person, per day in Pecs. This cost includes the price of admission tickets to attractions and museums as well as daily tours.
Tours and Activities in Minsk
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Minsk are as follows:
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Sightseeing Tour Around Minsk on a Unique Retro Bus:
$13
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Skip the Line: Minsk:Ticket to Museum "BelarusMini" & Virtual Reality Zone:
$15
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Minsk Soviet tour:
$25
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Walking city tour of Minsk:
$25
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walking citytour & visit museum "BelarusMini":
$37
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Sightseeing tour to The Mound of Glory:
$50
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Shared Tour: Stalin Line - Khatyn Memorial Complex:
$50
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Private Sightseeing tour from Minsk - Stalin Line Complex:
$52
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Private tour to "Iron" Felix Dzerzhinsky museum-estate birthplace.:
$53
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Shared Tour: Museum of Old Crafts “Dudutki”:
$58
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Shared Tour: Minsk - Nesvizh Palace - Mir Castle. English speaking driver:
$59
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Private Minsk walking tour (walking, 3 hrs):
$64
Tours and Activities in Pecs
Here are a few actual costs in Pecs for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
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Pecs Zoo & Aquarium - Terrarium Entrance Ticket:
$9.33
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Full-day tour Villany region - the gem of Pannon wines:
$411
Alcohol
The average person spends about $14 on alcoholic beverages in Minsk per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.
While the amount that someone spends on alcohol while visiting Pecs may vary from person to person, on average a person spends $8.19 per day on alcoholic beverages.
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Pecs, we can see that Pecs 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 Pecs would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Pecs than you might in Minsk.
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