Which place is cheaper, Montreal or Moscow?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Moscow or Montreal?
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 Montreal. 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 Montreal?
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.
Montreal
While Quebec City is the political capital of Quebec Province, Montreal is the economic and cultural capital. It's also the second largest city in Canada, with a population of about 1.9 million and 4 million in the metropolitan area. It's the second largest French speaking city in the world behind Paris.
Montreal is a very trendy and vibrant city with an active nightlife and countless activities to enjoy. It's located on an island in the St. Lawrence River and has a humid continental climate. There are four distinct seasons. Summers are warm or hot and humid. Spring and fall are mild and winters are cold and snowy. You can expect about 2 meters of snow every year, but there are also more than 2,000 hours of sunshine annually.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Train & Rail Tours in Canada, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Canada.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMoscow $63Montreal $210
The average daily cost (per person) in Moscow is $63, while the average daily cost in Montreal is $210. 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 Montreal in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMoscow $40Montreal $132
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMoscow $80Montreal $264
Compare Hotels in Moscow and Montreal
Looking for a hotel in Moscow or Montreal? 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: Montreal Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Moscow $6.18Montreal $21
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Moscow
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Moscow are as follows:
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Two Metro Passes$1.47
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Moscow
Also for Moscow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from Balai Batu Sadara to Padang Airport (PDG): $168
- Private Transfer from Tanjung Alam to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from Nagari Sikucur to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from Batusangkar to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from Nagari Sungai Asam to Padang Airport (PDG): $135
- Private Transfer from 8 ILIR to Palembang Airport (PLM): $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Karya Baru: $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Talang Jambe: $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Kebun Bunga: $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Duku: $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang to Palembang Airport (PLM): $93
- Private Transfer from Palembang Airport (PLM) to Palembang: $93
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Montreal
Also for Montreal, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Transfer in private vehicle from Montreal CityCenter- to Montreal Airport (YUL): $67
- Private Transfer: Montreal to Montréal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau Airport (YUL): $87
- Private Transfer: Montreal City Center to Pierre E.T. Airport-YUL: $48
- Private Transfer from Montreal Cruise Port to Montreal City: $36
- Private One-way Montreal Airport Transfer To/From Montreal: $58
- Private Departure Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL: $116
- Arrival Transfer from International Airport: $65
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Luxury SUV: $163
- Montreal Private Transfer to Montreal Airport YUL in Business Car: $117
- Montreal Best Private Transfer services : $82
- Le Terminal Cruise Port to Québec Airport YQB Departure Transfer: $57
- Downtown Direct: Montreal's Exclusive Airport Transfer: $79
Is it cheaper to fly into Moscow or Montreal?
Prices for flights to both Montreal 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 $14Montreal $36
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$6.00
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Lunch in the Center Market$3.27
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Breakfast for 2$11
Typical Food Prices in Montreal
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Montreal:
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Tim Hortons breakfast and coffee$9.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Le Bateau-Mouche À La Carte Menu Dinner Cruise: $59
- No Diet Club: Walking food Tour with many tastings: $59
- Beyond the Market Food Tour by Spade & Palacio: $74
- Montreal Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $74
- Old Montreal Food & Drink Tour by Local Montreal Food Tours: $103
- Cooking Class and Tasting Menu with Michelin Chef: $130
- Montréal: 5-Course Dinner Cruise with Music & VIP Option: $160
- Personalized Private Food Tour with a Local Foodie: $207
- Cooking Class in Montreal with a Michelin-Star Trained Chef: $224
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Moscow $16Montreal $21
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$13
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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:
- 2 Days Private Tour to See Bull Race and Raflesia Arnoldi Flower: $250
Typical Entertainment Prices in Montreal
For Montreal, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Botanical Gardens (family of 4)$54
Tours and Activities in Montreal
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Montreal.
- 1 Hour Downtown Montreal Tour: $29
- 2 hour Tour of The Montreal Bagel: $44
- 3 Days 2 Nights Tour in New York: $300
- 3-Hour Scooter Sightseeing in Montreal: $79
- 3Hr Montreal Architecture Bike Tour with regular or E-bikes Beer & wine included: $64
- APP Self-Guided Tours Montreal with Audioguide: $8.74
- All about Montreal's Murals - Saturday Walking Tour: $24
- Awesome Curling Experience : $82
- Best of Montreal Small Group Tour with River Cruise + Notre Dame: $211
- Beyond the Basilica Walking Tour by Spade & Palacio: $54
- Christmas Walking Tour in Old Montreal: $24
- City tour; afternoon in Montreal: $100
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMoscow $7.94Montreal $16
Typical Alcohol Prices in Montreal
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Montreal:
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Vodka$18
Sample the Local Flavors in Montreal
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Montreal:
- Haunted Montreal Pub Crawl: $22
- Guided Bar Crawl with Free Shots and Club Entry: $42
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Moscow and Montreal, we can see that Montreal is more expensive. And not only is Moscow much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Moscow is in Europe and Montreal 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 Moscow would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Moscow 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 Montreal would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Montreal than you might in Moscow.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Moscow Expensive? and Is Montreal Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Moscow or Montreal?
Moscow has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Montreal. When comparing the sizes of Moscow and Montreal, 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 Montreal?
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 Moscow or Montreal in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Moscow and Montreal.
In July, Moscow is generally around the same temperature as Montreal. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 19°C (67°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 21°C (69°F).
In July, Moscow usually receives around the same amount of rain as Montreal. Moscow gets 92 mm (3.6 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 91 mm (3.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyMoscow 19°C (67°F)Montreal 21°C (69°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Montreal in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Moscow as well as Montreal.
Moscow is cooler than Montreal in the autumn. The daily temperature in Moscow averages around 6°C (43°F) in October, and Montreal fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in October than Montreal. Moscow gets 58 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberMoscow 6°C (43°F)Montreal 8°C (47°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Montreal in the Winter?
Both Montreal and Moscow are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities.
The weather in Montreal can be very cold. Moscow can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Moscow is a little warmer than Montreal. Typically, the winter temperatures in Moscow in January average around -8°C (17°F), and Montreal averages at about -10°C (14°F).
In January, Moscow usually receives less rain than Montreal. Moscow gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 74 mm (2.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryMoscow -8°C (17°F)Montreal -10°C (14°F)
Should I visit Moscow or Montreal in the Spring?
Both Montreal and Moscow during the spring are popular places to visit.
In April, Moscow is generally a little warmer than Montreal. Daily temperatures in Moscow average around 7°C (45°F), and Montreal fluctuates around 6°C (43°F).
Moscow usually gets less rain in April than Montreal. Moscow gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Montreal receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilMoscow 7°C (45°F)Montreal 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Montreal and Moscow
| Moscow | Montreal | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | -8°C (17°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | -10°C (14°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Feb | -7°C (20°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) | -9°C (16°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | -1°C (30°F) | 34 mm (1.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) |
| Apr | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 14°C (57°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 75 mm (3 in) |
| Jun | 18°C (64°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| Jul | 19°C (67°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 91 mm (3.6 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 74 mm (2.9 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Sep | 12°C (54°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Oct | 6°C (43°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | -0°C (32°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) | 2°C (35°F) | 101 mm (4 in) |
| Dec | -5°C (23°F) | 52 mm (2 in) | -7°C (20°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
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