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

Should you visit Minsk or Salzburg?

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

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

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.

Salzburg

Most people know of Salzburg from its roll in the infamous movie "The Sound of Music." Every child who fell in love with this movie knows the gazebo scene in the rain, or could sing "My Favorite Things" as they skip down the Salzach River, but once you get past the obvious cliches, you can see that Salzburg is a city with a lot of depth and culture aside from the movie.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours in Austria, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Austria.


Which place is cheaper, Salzburg 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 Salzburg is $168. 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 Salzburg in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Minsk $32
    Salzburg $99
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Minsk $64
    Salzburg $198
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Salzburg

Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Salzburg? 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 Salzburg


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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: Salzburg Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Minsk $12
    Salzburg $21

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Salzburg

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Salzburg:

  • Private transfer: Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Salzburg : $66
  • Salzburg Airport (SZG) to Saalbach-Hinterglemm-Arrival Transfer: $66
  • Private transfer: Salzburg to Salzburg Airport (SZG): $66
  • Private Salzburg Airport luxury transfers to Salzburg city&Hotels: $66
  • Saalbach-Hinterglemm to Salzburg Airport (SZG)-Departure Transfer: $66
  • Salzburg Airport (SZG) to SkiWelt - Arrival Private Transfer: $71
  • Departure Private Transfers: Salzburg to Salzburg Airport SZG in Business Car: $91
  • Arrival Private Transfers: Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg in Business Car: $91
  • Salzburg Airport Transfers : Salzburg Airport SZG to Salzburg in Business Car: $91
  • Salzburg Airport Transfers : Salzburg to Salzburg Airport SZG in Business Car: $91
  • Salzburg Airport Transfers : Salzburg to Salzburg Airport SZG in Luxury Van: $93
  • Departure Private Transfers: Salzburg to Salzburg Airport SZG in Luxury Van: $93

Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Salzburg?

Prices for flights to both Salzburg 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
    Salzburg $45

Typical Food Prices in Salzburg

Some typical examples of dining costs in Salzburg are as follows:


  • Lunch Salad
    $9.80

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Salzburg

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Salzburg.

  • Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Class Including Lunch: $60
  • Salzburg Christmas Cookies and Apple Strudel Cooking Lesson: $60
  • Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class including Lunch in Salzburg: $60
  • Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner: $83
  • Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $83
  • Mozart Concert with Dinner: $85
  • Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg: $86
  • Dinner Cooking Class - Prezels, Dumplings, Apple Strudel & Music: $87
  • Dinner and Classical Concert at Mirabell Palace: $96
  • Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert: $108
  • Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise: $112
  • Best of Mozart Concert and GOLDEN VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg: $134

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Minsk $20
    Salzburg $32

Tours and Activities in Salzburg

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

  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.26
  • Cathedral Entry Ticket with Audio Guide Option: $5.43
  • City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.46
  • Sound of Music Sightseeing Walk with Audio Guide: $6.99
  • Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $7.06
  • City Exploration Game and Tour: $8.14
  • Salzburg Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.00
  • Salzburg Cathedral: Guided Tour with Entry Ticket: $9.77
  • Self-Guided History & Architecture Audio Tour (ENG: $11
  • Salzburg Old Town In-App Audio Tour on Your Phone (ENG): $11
  • Bible World Entrance Ticket: $12
  • Salzburg Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Minsk $14
    Salzburg $28

Typical Alcohol Prices in Salzburg

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Salzburg:


  • Beer
    $4.03

Sample the Local Flavors in Salzburg

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

  • Stiegl Brewery Museum Entry Ticket & Beer Tasting: $16
  • Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting: $25
  • Guided Wine Tasting in a Hidden Wine Bar: $37


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Salzburg, we can see that Salzburg 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 Salzburg would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Salzburg 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 Salzburg Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Minsk or Salzburg?

Minsk has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Salzburg. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Salzburg, 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 Salzburg?

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 Salzburg in the Summer?

Both Salzburg and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the music scene and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Salzburg this time of year.

In the summer, Minsk is around the same temperature as Salzburg. Typically, the summer temperatures in Minsk in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Salzburg averages at about 20°C (68°F).

It's quite sunny in Salzburg. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Minsk. Minsk usually receives more sunshine than Salzburg during summer. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies, while Salzburg receives 227 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Minsk usually receives around the same amount of rain as Salzburg. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Minsk 19°C (66°F) 
    Salzburg 20°C (68°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Salzburg in the Autumn?

Both Salzburg and Minsk during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, many travelers come to Salzburg for the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Minsk is generally cooler than Salzburg. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 8°C (47°F), and Salzburg fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

In the autumn, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Salzburg. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salzburg receives 108 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Salzburg. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Minsk 8°C (47°F) 
    Salzburg 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Salzburg in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Salzburg. Also, many visitors come to Salzburg in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Salzburg can get quite cold in the winter. Be prepared for some very cold days in Minsk. Minsk is much colder than Salzburg in the winter. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Salzburg fluctuates around -0°C (31°F).

Minsk usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Salzburg during winter. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Salzburg receives 44 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Minsk usually receives less rain than Salzburg. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 56 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Minsk -5°C (22°F) 
    Salzburg -0°C (31°F)

Should I visit Minsk or Salzburg in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Salzburg. Also, most visitors come to Salzburg for the natural beauty during these months.

In the spring, Minsk is cooler than Salzburg. Typically, the spring temperatures in Minsk in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Salzburg averages at about 11°C (51°F).

In the spring, Minsk often gets more sunshine than Salzburg. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Salzburg receives 155 hours of full sun.

Minsk usually gets less rain in April than Salzburg. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Salzburg receives 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Minsk 8°C (46°F) 
    Salzburg 11°C (51°F)

Typical Weather for Salzburg and Minsk

Minsk Salzburg
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan -5°C (22°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) -0°C (31°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Feb -4°C (25°F) 34 mm (1.3 in) 2°C (36°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Mar 0°C (33°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 6°C (43°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Apr 8°C (46°F) 42 mm (1.7 in) 11°C (51°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
May 15°C (58°F) 62 mm (2.4 in) 15°C (59°F) 82 mm (3.2 in)
Jun 18°C (64°F) 83 mm (3.3 in) 18°C (65°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Jul 19°C (66°F) 88 mm (3.5 in) 20°C (68°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Aug 18°C (65°F) 72 mm (2.8 in) 19°C (67°F) 93 mm (3.6 in)
Sep 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in) 16°C (61°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Oct 8°C (47°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 11°C (52°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Nov 3°C (37°F) 52 mm (2 in) 5°C (42°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Dec -2°C (28°F) 53 mm (2.1 in) 1°C (35°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)