Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Belgrade?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Moscow and Belgrade. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Moscow or Belgrade?
Moscow
Moscow is the capital of Russia and is notable for its important role in history. It's a very sprawling city with many museums and fascinating buildings. Ten percent of Russia's population lives in this capital city and it's a financial and political center for the country. The Moskva River weaves its way through the city and you will find most of the city's sights and attractions on the northern side of the river.
Belgrade
Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $62Belgrade $44
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $62, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is $44. 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 Moscow and Belgrade in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $39Belgrade $30
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $78Belgrade $60
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Belgrade
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Belgrade? 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: Belgrade Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.06Belgrade $5.55
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.45
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Tangkerang Labuai to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Kedungsari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kedungsari: $40
- Private Transfer from Tengkerang Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Barat: $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tengkerang Tengah: $40
- Private Transfer from Sidomulyo Barat to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $40
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Tangkerang Labuai: $40
- Private Transfer from Harjosari to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kota Baru: $42
- Private Transfer from Kota Baru to Pekanbaru Airport (PKU): $42
- Private Transfer from Pekanbaru Airport (PKU) to Kampung Baru: $42
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:
- Sarajevo: Belgrade transfer: $320
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Timisoara with sightseeing: $87
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Sarajevo via Mokra Gora with sightseeing: $143
- Private transfer tour from Belgrade to Pristina with sightseeing: $122
- Private Transfer from Sremski Karlovci to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $126
- Private Transfer from Smederevo to Belgrade Airport (BEG): $116
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Vršac: $135
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Sremski Karlovci: $126
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Novi Sad: $126
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Loznica: $174
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Kragujevac: $203
- Private Transfer from Belgrade Airport (BEG) to Šabac: $97
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Belgrade?
Prices for flights to both Belgrade and Moscow 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 dayMoscow $14Belgrade $9.21
Typical Food Prices in Moscow
For Moscow, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$5.89
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.21
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Breakfast for 2$11
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $65
- Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
- E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Belgrade $4.48
Typical Entertainment Prices in Moscow
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Moscow's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Theater Tickets$12
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Kremlin Entry (2)$11
Tours and Activities in Moscow
For Moscow, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Custom Private Tour in Palembang with English Speaking Driver: $85
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
Tours and Activities in Belgrade
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:
- "Golden Standard" Private Half-Day Sightseeing Tour of Belgrade: $299
- 2 hours / Sightseeing Boat cruise Drinks Included: $86
- Ada Lake E Scooter tour: $43
- Ada Lake Tour: $33
- Avala & Kosmaj Bike Tour: $97
- Avala & Kosmaj Tour: $133
- Belgrade 20th century tour: $43
- Belgrade : Must-See Attractions Private Walking Tour: $75
- Belgrade : Old Town Walking Tour With A Guide: $50
- Belgrade Big Tour: Top Attractions and Belgrade Neighborhoods: $60
- Belgrade Bike Tour: $103
- Belgrade Bike tour: $48
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.79Belgrade $21
Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:
- Wines & Horses Wine Tasting surrounded by Horses: $48
- Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
- RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $52
- E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $53
- Natural wine tasting with great views: $54
- Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $54
- Belgrade Bar Crawl: $54
- Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $75
- 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $80
- Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $92
- Belgrade Serbian Wine Tasting: $106
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Belgrade, we can see that Moscow is more expensive. And not only is Belgrade much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Belgrade would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Belgrade 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 Moscow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Moscow than you might in Belgrade.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Belgrade?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of Belgrade. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and Belgrade, 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 Moscow or Belgrade?
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.
Should I visit Moscow or Belgrade in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Belgrade.
In July, Moscow is generally cooler than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 19°C (67°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
Moscow usually gets more rain in July than Belgrade. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Belgrade 23°C (73°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Belgrade in the Autumn?
Both Belgrade and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities.
Moscow is much colder than Belgrade in the autumn. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
In October, Moscow usually receives more rain than Belgrade. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Belgrade 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Belgrade in the Winter?
Both Belgrade and Moscow during the winter are popular places to visit.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Belgrade. It's quite cold in Moscow in the winter. In the winter, Moscow is much colder than Belgrade. Typically, the winter temperatures in Moscow in January average around -8°C (17°F), and Belgrade averages at about 2°C (35°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in January than Belgrade. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Belgrade 2°C (35°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Belgrade in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Belgrade.
In April, Moscow is generally much colder than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 7°C (45°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
In April, Moscow usually receives less rain than Belgrade. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Belgrade 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Belgrade and Moscow
| Moscow | Belgrade | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 51 mm (2 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.