Which place is cheaper, Manama or Nicosia?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
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Should you visit Nicosia or Manama?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Nicosia and Manama can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Nicosia or Manama?
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayNicosia €0.00Manama €165
The average daily cost (per person) in Nicosia is €0.00, while the average daily cost in Manama is €165. 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 Nicosia and Manama in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personNicosia -Manama €58
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomNicosia €0.00Manama €116
Compare Hotels in Nicosia and Manama
Looking for a hotel in Nicosia or Manama? 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: Nicosia Hotel Prices and Manama Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Nicosia -Manama €26
Is it cheaper to fly into Nicosia or Manama?
Prices for flights to both Manama and Nicosia 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 dayNicosia €108Manama €84
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Nicosia -Manama €30
Tours and Activities in Nicosia
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Nicosia are as follows:
- FROM PAPHOS: Nicosia free time for shopping & sightseeing: $46
- Sacred Peaks & Tales: Troodos Mountain Private Tour: $1,270
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayNicosia -Manama €9.88
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Nicosia and Manama, we can see that Manama is more expensive. And not only is Nicosia much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Nicosia is in Europe and Manama 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 Nicosia would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Nicosia 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 Manama would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Manama than you might in Nicosia.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Nicosia Expensive? and Is Manama Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Nicosia or Manama?
Nicosia has a larger population, and is about 36% larger than the population of Manama. When comparing the sizes of Nicosia and Manama, 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.
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.