Which place is cheaper, Vancouver 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 Vancouver, 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.
Vancouver is a beautiful and cosmopolitan city in Western Canada. It is also the largest city in British Columbia, and is dramatically positioned between the coast and mountains. It's a very international city, with a high level of energy and countless activites that you can enjoy while you're in town. In addition to offering all of the activities and entertainment of a modern city, it is also in jumping off distance to any number of outdoor activities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours from Vancouver, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Canada.
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 Vancouver is $142. 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 Vancouver in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Vancouver are as follows:
Also for Vancouver, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Vancouver 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.
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Vancouver:
For Vancouver, 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 Vancouver.
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Vancouver:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Minsk and Vancouver, we can see that Vancouver 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 Vancouver is in North America, 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 Vancouver would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vancouver 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 Vancouver Expensive?.
Vancouver has a larger population, and is about 6% larger than the population of Minsk. When comparing the sizes of Minsk and Vancouver, 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 Vancouver.
In July, Minsk is generally around the same temperature as Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 19°C (66°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Vancouver. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Minsk this time of the year. In the summer, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Vancouver. Minsk gets 258 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 296 hours of full sun.
Minsk usually gets more rain in July than Vancouver. Minsk gets 88 mm (3.5 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 54 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Vancouver and Minsk are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Minsk is cooler than Vancouver in the autumn. The daily temperature in Minsk averages around 8°C (47°F) in October, and Vancouver fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
Minsk usually receives less sunshine than Vancouver during autumn. Minsk gets 99 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 124 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in Vancouver. In October, Minsk usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Minsk gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
Both Vancouver and Minsk during the winter are popular places to visit.
The weather in Vancouver can be very cold. Minsk can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Minsk is much colder than Vancouver. Typically, the winter temperatures in Minsk in January average around -5°C (22°F), and Vancouver averages at about 4°C (40°F).
In the winter, Minsk often gets less sunshine than Vancouver. Minsk gets 46 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Vancouver receives 55 hours of full sun.
Vancouver gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Minsk usually gets less rain in January than Vancouver. Minsk gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 167 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Minsk and Vancouver.
In April, Minsk is generally cooler than Vancouver. Daily temperatures in Minsk average around 8°C (46°F), and Vancouver fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Minsk usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Vancouver during spring. Minsk gets 176 hours of sunny skies, while Vancouver receives 172 hours of full sun in the spring.
Vancouver receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Minsk usually receives less rain than Vancouver. Minsk gets 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain, while Vancouver receives 110 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Minsk | Vancouver | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | -5°C (22°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
Feb | -4°C (25°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 179 mm (7.1 in) |
Mar | 0°C (33°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 142 mm (5.6 in) |
Apr | 8°C (46°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
May | 15°C (58°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
Jul | 19°C (66°F) | 88 mm (3.5 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
Aug | 18°C (65°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 14°C (57°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) |
Oct | 8°C (47°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
Nov | 3°C (37°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 234 mm (9.2 in) |
Dec | -2°C (28°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 198 mm (7.8 in) |