Which place is cheaper, Beirut or Mykonos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Mykonos or Beirut?
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 Mykonos and Beirut. 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: Mykonos or Beirut?
Mykonos
Mykonos, a Greek Island in the middle of the Aegean Sea, is part of the Cyclades group. Mykonos is one of the most touristy islands in the Aegean Sea and is famous for its whitewashed buildings that climb up the hill along with historic windmills, stunning hillside views, and fantastic seafood restaurants. Because of its popularity, Mykonos comes with a hefty tourist markup. Many passengers arrive here as part of a cruise, so during the day its small streets can become crowded with tourists and its harbor fills with large ships. August and July are the most popular times to visit, so if you're hoping to avoid to crowds it's best to come a few months earlier.
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayMykonos €237Beirut €2.07
The average daily cost (per person) in Mykonos is €237, while the average daily cost in Beirut is €2.07. 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 Mykonos and Beirut in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personMykonos €74Beirut €1.15
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomMykonos €148Beirut €2.30
Compare Hotels in Mykonos and Beirut
Looking for a hotel in Mykonos or Beirut? 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: Mykonos Hotel Prices and Beirut Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Mykonos €24Beirut €0.40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Mykonos
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Mykonos:
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Bus to Paradise Beach (for 2)€5.60
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Taxi to Kalafatis€13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Mykonos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Mykonos:
- Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Ftelia area up to 6 customers: $78
- Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Elia area up to 6 customers: $78
- Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Drafaki area up to 6 customers: $78
- Transfer from Mykonos Airport to Agrari area up to 6 customers: $89
- Sunset cruise to Rhenia& Little Venice with transfer: $133
- Sedan Departure Transfer from Mykonos to Mykonos Airport JMK: $46
- Schatz Luxury Transfer : $28
- Private Transfer via Luxury Car in Mykonos: $222
- Private Transfer from Tourlos to Mykonos Airport (JMK): $55
- Private Transfer from Platis Gialos to Mykonos Airport (JMK): $55
- Private Transfer from Paradise Beach to Mykonos Airport (JMK): $64
- Private Transfer from Mykonos city hotels to Mykonos Cruise Port: $37
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Airport Departure Transfer From Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
- Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Mykonos or Beirut?
Prices for flights to both Beirut and Mykonos 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 dayMykonos €48Beirut €0.65
Typical Food Prices in Mykonos
Some typical examples of dining costs in Mykonos are as follows:
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Two Ice cream Cones€4.50
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Mykonos
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Mykonos.
- Traditional Lunch or Dinner with Drinks in Mykonos: $72
- Food Tour in Mykonos - Famous Tastings : $110
- Shared Group Cooking Class at Home of Mykonian Family in Mikonos: $111
- Souvlaki Cooking Class in Mykonos: $111
- Cooking Classes in Mykonos Greece: $166
- Private Greek Cooking Class in Mykonos with a Food Professional: $224
- Private Authentic Greek Brunch Cooking Class in Mykonos with a Local: $254
- Cooking experience in Naxos: $283
- Private Food Tour & Wine Tasting In Tinos Island with a Local: $287
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $30
- Traveling Spoon Lebanese Mezze Private Online Cooking Class : $40
- Private Lebanese Home Cooking Class in Byblos with a Local Family: $86
- Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Mykonos €23Beirut €0.24
Tours and Activities in Mykonos
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Mykonos are as follows:
- Mykonos Island Tour: $84
- 2 Hours Private Tour Mykonos Highlights with Local Driver: $111
- 3 Hours Private Island Tour Mykonos: $161
- 4 Hour Mykonos Tour Explorer : $166
- 4Hours Mykonos Adventure Walk in Town & Minivan Countryside Tour: $50
- 6 Hours Private Tour in Mykonos with Local: $250
- 6 Hours Tour to Delos and Rhenia Islands with Sailing Yacht: $152
- All incl. Delos & Rhenia 12 pax,free trans, hotel/cruise pickup: $154
- All incl. Rhenia & Sunset at Little Venice, hotel/cruise pickup: $105
- All inclusive Delos & Rhenia Islands tour up to 12 pax (free transportation): $152
- All inclusive Sunset Cruise Delos & Rhenia - free transpotation: $139
- All inclusive cruise-Mykonos Delos&Rhenia beaches(free transport): $143
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $10
- Discovering Lebanon: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $15
- City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
- Beirut Walking Tour - Discover Beirut by foot: $25
- New Cost Saver Small-Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harissa & Byblos: $27
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $34
- Private Tour - Explore Anjar Lebanon: $35
- Beirut Like a Local: Customized Private Tour: $35
- Downtown Beirut Walking Tour Including Lunch: $35
- Lebanon's Treasures: Jeita Grotto and Harissa Private Tour: $35
- Lebanon's Historic Gems: Private Tour of Jeita, Byblos & Harissa: $40
- Small Group Tour to Baalbek, Anjar & Ksara with Hotel pickup: $45
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayMykonos €20Beirut €0.21
Sample the Local Flavors in Mykonos
Also in Mykonos, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Tour and Wine Tasting in Mykonian Land : $75
- Half-Day Wine Tasting Tour in Mykonos : $133
- Luxurious All-in-One Mykonos Party Tour with Wine Tasting: $165
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $50
- Bekaa Valley Wine Tour: Savour Lebanon's Finest: $50
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
- Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
- Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $82
- Fabulous Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $88
- Lebanon Wine Tasting Tour From Beirut: $91
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour to Chateau Musar and Ixsir Winery: $100
- Full-Day Private Bekaa Valley Wine Tour from Beirut: $104
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Mykonos and Beirut, we can see that Mykonos is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Mykonos is in Europe and Beirut is in Middle East, 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Mykonos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Mykonos than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Mykonos Expensive? and Is Beirut Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Mykonos or Beirut?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Mykonos. When comparing the sizes of Mykonos and Beirut, 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.
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