Which place is cheaper, Seoul or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Minsk or Seoul?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Seoul, 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 Seoul?
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.
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMinsk $64Seoul $109
The average daily cost (per person) in Minsk is $64, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $109. 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 Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMinsk $32Seoul $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMinsk $64Seoul $110
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Seoul? 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: Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Minsk $12Seoul $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.69
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Short Taxi Ride$5.16
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Metro Ride$0.99
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- From Half-Day MBC Dae Jang Geum Park Transfer: $55
- Transfer Service from Gimpo Airport to Hotel City: $57
- From Everland Admission Ticket with Transfer: $75
- Private Airport Transfer: Gimpo Airport to Seoul City (1-5 pax): $80
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City - Gimpo Airport (1-5 pax): $80
- Seoul Incheon International Airport to from Incheon Private Transfer: $85
- Seoul Airport: Private Departure Transfer from Seoul City Center: $87
- Private Airport Transfer : Gimpo airport to/from Seoul (1~7pax): $95
- Private Gimpo Airport Transfer to Seoul and Vice Versa: $95
- Private Airport Transfer: Seoul City to Incheon Airport (1-5 pax): $98
- Incheon Airport Private Transfer between Seoul City: $98
- Private Airport Transfer : Incheon airport to/from Seoul(~7 pax): $99
Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul 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 $21Seoul $30
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.42
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Waffle$0.74
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Dippin' Dots$1.47
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Chicken Fried Rice$4.05
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Chicken Stick$1.47
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.40
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Lunch Buffet$4.42
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Donut$0.74
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Mushroom Burger$3.83
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.43
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Udon & Sushi$5.16
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Fresh Burger$3.54
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.32
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.69
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Fried Rice$4.05
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Vietnamese Dinner$7.00
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$7.00
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Donut$1.84
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Korean Cooking @ Seoul Cooking Club!: $0.11
- Gyeongbokgung Palace : Tour, dinner and coffee: $37
- Seoul Mangwon Market Social Night Food Tour: $44
- Namdaemun Market: the Largest Traditional Market Food Tour: $47
- Namdaemun Market Street Food Tour: $48
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $54
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $54
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $58
- Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner: $58
- Half Day Seoul Afternoon Food Tour and visit 3 landMarks of Seoul: $67
- Night Market Food Tour: $70
- Energizing Korean Cooking Class in a Local Home in Seoul: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Minsk $20Seoul $27
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.90
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Movie Ticket$5.90
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Kimchi Museum$2.21
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- Gyeongbokgung Palace Hanbok Rental Experience in Seoul: $7.00
- Seoul Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Experience Hanboknam (내국인불가): $7.20
- [NEWTRO ART TOUR] Media art museum & walking tour: $8.00
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Skip the Line: Figure Museum W Ticket (내국인 불가): $11
- Seoul Job Experience Theme Park Ticket for Kid (내국인 불가): $13
- Dongdaemun City Tour Bus(내국인불가): $14
- 63 Aqua Planet and 63 Building Seoul Observatory Tickets: $14
- Seoul : Guided Consultation Tour (Filler, Cosmetic Surgery): $16
- Gyeongbokgung Palace Private Half-Day Tour: $19
- Virtual Tour of Korean Demilitarized Zone: $19
- Seoul Myeongdong Catholic Church Historic Private Walking Tour: $20
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMinsk $14Seoul $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Chunpoong Makgeolli Brewery Tour: $11
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $21
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - Story of Three Pigs: $43
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $81
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Seoul, we can see that Seoul is more expensive. And not only is Minsk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Minsk is in Europe and Seoul is in Asia, this is one of the main reasons why the costs are so different, as different regions of the world tend to have overall different travel costs. 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul 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 Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Minsk or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Minsk. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Seoul, 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 Seoul?
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 Seoul in the Summer?
Both Seoul and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Seoul because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Minsk is cooler than Seoul in the summer. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 19°C (66°F) in July, and Seoul fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Minsk. Minsk usually receives more sunshine than Seoul during summer. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 121 hours of full sun in the summer.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Seoul. In July, Minsk usually receives less rain than Seoul. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMinsk 19°C (66°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Seoul in the Autumn?
Both Seoul and Minsk during the autumn are popular places to visit. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
In the autumn, Minsk is much colder than Seoul. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Minsk in October average around 8°C (47°F), and Seoul averages at about 15°C (59°F).
In Seoul, it's very sunny this time of the year. In the autumn, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Seoul. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 204 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets around the same amount of rain in October as Seoul. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMinsk 8°C (47°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Seoul in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Seoul. Also, many travelers come to Seoul for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Seoul. It's quite cold in Minsk in the winter. In January, Minsk is generally much colder than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around -5°C (22°F), and Seoul fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Seoul during winter. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies, while Seoul receives 163 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Minsk usually receives more rain than Seoul. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMinsk -5°C (22°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Minsk or Seoul in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Seoul. Also, many visitors come to Seoul in the spring for the activities around the city.
Minsk is much colder than Seoul in the spring. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (46°F) in April, and Seoul fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Seoul. In the spring, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Seoul. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Seoul receives 205 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets less rain in April than Seoul. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMinsk 8°C (46°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Minsk
| Minsk | Seoul | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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