Which place is cheaper, Timisoara / Temesvar or Minsk?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Minsk or Timisoara / Temesvar, 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.
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.
A very cosmopolitan city, Timisoara has become the main social, economic, and cultural center in western Romania. It is sometimes called little Vienna due to its impressive architecture from the Austria Empire era and abundance of museums.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Romania, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Romania.
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 Timisoara / Temesvar is $60. 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 Timisoara / Temesvar in more detail.
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Also for Timisoara / Temesvar, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
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For Timisoara / Temesvar, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Timisoara / Temesvar.
When comparing the travel costs between Minsk and Timisoara / Temesvar, we can see that Minsk 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 Timisoara / Temesvar Expensive?.
Minsk has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Timisoara / Temesvar. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Timisoara / Temesvar, 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.
Both places have a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. As both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
The summer brings many poeple to Minsk as well as Timisoara / Temesvar.
In the summer, Minsk is cooler than Timisoara / Temesvar. Typically, the summer temperatures in Minsk in July average around 19°C (66°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar averages at about 22°C (71°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Timisoara / Temesvar. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Minsk this time of the year. In the summer, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 301 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Timisoara / Temesvar. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Timisoara / Temesvar and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
In October, Minsk is generally much colder than Timisoara / Temesvar. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 8°C (47°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 177 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Minsk usually receives more rain than Timisoara / Temesvar. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Timisoara / Temesvar and Minsk during the winter are popular places to visit.
It's quite cold in Timisoara / Temesvar in the winter. The weather in Minsk can be very cold. Minsk is much colder than Timisoara / Temesvar in the winter. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around -5°C (22°F) in January, and Timisoara / Temesvar fluctuates around -1°C (31°F).
In the winter, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Timisoara / Temesvar. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 72 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets around the same amount of rain in January as Timisoara / Temesvar. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Timisoara / Temesvar.
In the spring, Minsk is much colder than Timisoara / Temesvar. Typically, the spring temperatures in Minsk in April average around 8°C (46°F), and Timisoara / Temesvar averages at about 12°C (54°F).
Minsk usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Timisoara / Temesvar during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 186 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Minsk usually receives less rain than Timisoara / Temesvar. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Timisoara / Temesvar receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Minsk | Timisoara / Temesvar | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 76 mm (3 in) |
Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |