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

Should you visit Minsk or Sibiu?

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

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

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.

Sibiu

Located in the Transylvania region of Romania, Sibiu is a historic city with Germanic origins which are evident in its architecture at its old town center. There are many charming squares which showcase landmarks like Gothic churches, a Baroque palace, medieval watchtowers, and more.

Which place is cheaper, Sibiu 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 Sibiu is $73. 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 Sibiu in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Minsk $32
    Sibiu $33
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Minsk $64
    Sibiu $66
Compare Hotels in Minsk and Sibiu

Looking for a hotel in Minsk or Sibiu? 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 Sibiu


Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.


Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Sibiu Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Minsk $12
    Sibiu $28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Sibiu

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Sibiu:

  • Sibiu to Balea: Bus Transfer: $71
  • Sibiu to Bucharest - Private Transfer: $482
  • Bucharest to Sibiu - Private Transfer: $482

Is it cheaper to fly into Minsk or Sibiu?

Prices for flights to both Sibiu 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
    Sibiu $24

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Minsk $20
    Sibiu $6.39

Tours and Activities in Sibiu

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

  • Luggage storage & Tourist centre in Sibiu: $3.32
  • Daily Sightseeing Guided Tour: $9.86
  • Walking Tour of the Old Town: $22
  • Private Walking Tour of Sibiu: $22
  • City Sightseeing Tour: $27
  • City Tour Sibiu in English: $28
  • Alba Iulia candlelight tour - Outdoor experience: $41
  • Sibiu Walking Tour: $44
  • Half Day Tour In the Surroundings of Sibiu: $72
  • Exclusive Tour: Bran Castle, Brasov and Rasnov fortress from Sibiu: $81
  • Exclusive Tour: Corvin Castle, Alba Iulia and traditional villages from Sibiu: $83
  • Exclusive tour: Sighisoara, Medias and Biertan tour from Sibiu: $83

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Minsk $14
    Sibiu $7.95

Sample the Local Flavors in Sibiu

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

  • Private Walking Tour of Alba Iulia Citadel with Wine Tasting: $50


When comparing the travel costs between Minsk and Sibiu, we can see that Sibiu 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 Sibiu Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Minsk or Sibiu?

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