Which place is cheaper, Podgorica or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Minsk or Podgorica?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?
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.
Podgorica
Podgorica is Montenegro's capital city, and also its largest. Dating back to the Ottoman Empire, World War II destroyed much of this history, but there are a few Turkish remnants worth visiting. Podgorica's central location often makes the city a good starting point for day trips to coastal cities or mountain resorts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Montenegro, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Montenegro.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMinsk $64Podgorica $112
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $64, while the average daily cost in Podgorica is $112. 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 Podgorica in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMinsk $32Podgorica $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMinsk $64Podgorica $98
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Podgorica
Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Podgorica? 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: Podgorica Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Minsk $12Podgorica $21
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Podgorica
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Podgorica:
- Transfer Podgorica city center- Podgorica Airport: $22
- Private transfer from Podgorica airport to Podgorica city: $26
- Private Transfer: Podgorica Airport TGD to Podgorica in Sedan Car: $34
- Private Transfer to Budva: $39
- Private Transfer: Podgorica to TGD Airport in Business Car: $41
- Podgorica Airport (TGD) to Kotor Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $47
- Private Transfer from Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port: $47
- Podgorica hotels to Kotor Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $47
- Private transfer to Tivat: $54
- Private transfer to Kotor: $54
- From One-Way Private Transfer to/from Virpazar: $57
- Podgorica airport: Private Transfer to/from Budva: $75
Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Podgorica?
Prices for flights to both Podgorica 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 $21Podgorica $43
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Minsk $20Podgorica $22
Tours and Activities in Podgorica
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Podgorica are as follows:
- Skip The Line: National Park Skadar Lake - Tickets: $8.23
- Skadar lake - Falcon kayak tour: $13
- Boat Cruise Viktor Skadar LakeVirpazar Kom MonasteryVirpazar: $14
- Lake Skadar Grmozur Fortress and Monastery Cruise: $16
- Lake Skadar: Guided Sightseeing Boat Tour with Refreshments: $16
- Two Hours Sightseeing Lake Cruise at Montenegro National Park: $16
- Lake Skadar: Guided Panoramic Boat Tour to Kom Monastery : $22
- Podgorica City Walking Tour: $22
- From Virpazar: Guided Lake Skadar cruise and Crnojevića River: $33
- Book Your Tour Podgorica by walk: $36
- Book Your Tour Ostrog Monastery: $66
- Walking tour, all the secrets of Podgorica: $75
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMinsk $14Podgorica $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Podgorica
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Podgorica:
- Private Wine Tasting Activity at Lipovac Winery: $27
- Book Your Wine Tour: $78
- Podgorica Car Trip - Architecture, History, Wine tasting, Churches, Doclea city: $98
- Wine tasting in the family winery, feel the spirit: $121
- Montenegro: Nature, Locals & Wine Tour: $129
- Full Day Private Podgorica Wine Tour Experience: $159
- Skadar lake boat ride through "Montenegrin Amazon", wine tasting & Niagara falls: $197
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Podgorica, we can see that Podgorica 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 Podgorica would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Podgorica 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 Podgorica Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Minsk or Podgorica?
Minsk has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Podgorica. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Podgorica, 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 Podgorica?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Minsk or Podgorica in the Summer?
Both Podgorica and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities.
In July, Minsk is generally cooler than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 19°C (66°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 26°C (80°F).
It's quite sunny in Podgorica. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Minsk. Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during summer. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 341 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Minsk usually receives more rain than Podgorica. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMinsk 19°C (66°F)Podgorica 26°C (80°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Podgorica in the Autumn?
Both Podgorica and Minsk during the autumn are popular places to visit.
Minsk is much colder than Podgorica in the autumn. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (47°F) in October, and Podgorica fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
In Podgorica, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 203 hours of full sun.
Podgorica gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Minsk usually gets less rain in October than Podgorica. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 166 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMinsk 8°C (47°F)Podgorica 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Podgorica in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Podgorica.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Minsk. In the winter, Minsk is much colder than Podgorica. Typically, the winter temperatures in Minsk in January average around -5°C (22°F), and Podgorica averages at about 6°C (42°F).
Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Podgorica during winter. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Podgorica receives 121 hours of full sun in the winter.
Podgorica receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Minsk usually receives less rain than Podgorica. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 192 mm (7.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMinsk -5°C (22°F)Podgorica 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Podgorica in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Podgorica.
In April, Minsk is generally much colder than Podgorica. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 8°C (46°F), and Podgorica fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
In the spring, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Podgorica. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Podgorica receives 194 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Podgorica. Minsk usually gets less rain in April than Podgorica. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Podgorica receives 144 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMinsk 8°C (46°F)Podgorica 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Podgorica and Minsk
| Minsk | Podgorica | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 192 mm (7.6 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 159 mm (6.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 144 mm (5.7 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (72°F) | 121 mm (4.8 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 166 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 239 mm (9.4 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 217 mm (8.5 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.