Should I Visit Paphos or Beirut for Vacation? Which is Better? Which is Cheaper? Which is More Expensive?

Should you visit Paphos or Beirut?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Beirut, 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.

Where Should I go: Paphos or Beirut?

Paphos

Located on the southwestern tip of Cyprus, Paphos has many different archaeological sights and it is renowned as the birthplace of the Greek goddess Aphrodite. The town is situated between the coast and the Troodos Mountains and it has grown in recent years as a tourist destination. As such, the local government has made efforts to improve the quality of the tourism infrastructure including investing in hotels, restaurants and transportation. There is also a commercial center to the city as well as a newly built "promenade" that travels from the marina along a long coastal path. This route offers excellent views, especially during the morning or evening hours when the sun is low.

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.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus.

Which place is cheaper, Beirut or Paphos?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.

Paphos Prices
Cyprus Prices

Beirut Prices
Lebanon Prices
Average Daily Cost Per person, per day

Paphos €97

Beirut €2.12

The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Beirut is €2.12. 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 Paphos and Beirut in more detail.

Accommodation

Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person

Paphos €48

Beirut €1.18
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room

Paphos €96

Beirut €2.36

Compare Hotels in Paphos and Beirut

Looking for a hotel in Paphos 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: Paphos Hotel Prices and Beirut Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation

Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.

Paphos €12

Beirut €0.41

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:

Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Limassol City by Luxury Van: $102
Private Transfer from Paphos Airport to Larnaca in Minivan(Taxi): $192
Private Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis City by Sedan: $69
Private Transfer Paphos Airport PFO to Nicosia City by Luxury Van: $167
Paphos:Ocean Vision BBQ Sunset Cruise with food and transfer: $42
Ocean Vision Sunset Cruise with BBQ, transfer, swim stop: $54
Ocean Vision BBQ Cruise with transfer, swim stop & food: $54
Night Cruise w/Dance Show, Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $68
Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
180 Minutes BBQ Cruise with food & Transfer: $42
Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut

Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

Airport Arrival Transfer to Your Beirut Hotel: $10
BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $201
Beirut Airport one Way Private Transfer to the hotel: $15
Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer: $13
Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $9.89
Hiking Day Trip to Chouwen Lake with Hotel Transfers: $86
Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $46

Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Beirut?

Prices for flights to both Beirut and Paphos 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

Food Meals for one day

Paphos €38

Beirut €0.67

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Paphos

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Paphos.

From Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $53
Sunset Drink at Aphrodite's Rock & Folk Dinner: $54
Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $67

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, Traditional Lebanese Cooking Class with a Contemporary Twist: $72
Authentic Lebanese Cooking Lesson and Meal with Tania's Family in Beirut: $100
Private Lebanese Cooking Class in Beirut with Amal + Transfers: $142

Entertainment

Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.

Paphos €12

Beirut €0.25

Tours and Activities in Paphos

Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

Guided Tour of Limassol with Kourion and Kolossi Castle : $49
100% Cyprus - Tour to Troodos mountains and villages (From Paphos) : $53
6 hour Buggy Tour Akamas incl lunch and Adonis Falls: $210
6-Hour Quad or Buggy Tour incl Lunch and Entrance to Adonis Falls: $88
Adonis Falls Lazy Sunday Quad and Buggy Adventure : $66
Afternoon Quad and Buggy Tour to Adonis falls approx 2 hours: $60
Akamas Jeep Safari Tour from Paphos: $62
Akamas Panorama: Private Mini Bus Tour With Local Guide: $592
Akamas Peninsula Full Day 4x4 Winter Tour: $71
Ancient Kourion, Kolossi Castle, Omodos & Winery Tour - Paphos: $94
Baths of Aphrodite, Latchi and Blue Lagoon Cruise Tour: $41
Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Cruise: $35

Tours and Activities in Beirut

For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

Uncover Beirut's Divided Past: In-App Audio Tour: $11
Discovering Lebanon: Jeita Grotto, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $15
Small Group Tour to Jeita Grotto, Harisa & Byblos with Hotel pickup: $15
City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
City Sightseeing Beirut Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $25
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
Beirut Full Day Walking Tour: $41
Private Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $48
From Jeita, Harissa, and Byblos Tour: $50
Full-Day Private Tour to Sidon, Tyre and Maghdouche: $50

Alcohol

Alcohol Drinks for one day

Paphos €9.98

Beirut €0.22

Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:

Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $29
Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $70
Regional Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $102
WINE TOUR from Paphos: $104

Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut

Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour at Chateau Musar and Ixsir : $50
Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $56
Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
Budget Wine Tasting Tour at the Bekaa Valley Wineries: $60
Full-Day Private Wine Tour in Bekaa Valley with Tasting : $60
Wine Tasting and Culture : $69
Wine Tasting and Hiking in the Cedars forest : $69
From Full Day Wine Tasting in the Bekaa Valley Tour: $90
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: $103
Private tour to Jeita Grotto with Wine Tasting in Faqra Ruins: $110

How are these travel costs calculated?

When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Beirut, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos 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 Paphos would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Paphos 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 Paphos Expensive? and Is Beirut Expensive?.

Which is Bigger, Paphos or Beirut?

Beirut has a larger population, and is about 50 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos 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.

When is the best time to visit Paphos or Beirut?

Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.

Should I visit Paphos or Beirut in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Beirut. Many travelers come to Paphos for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year.

In the summer, Paphos is around the same temperature as Beirut. Typically, the summer temperatures in Paphos in July average around 27°C (80°F), and Beirut averages at about 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Beirut. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the summer, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Beirut. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Beirut receives 369 hours of full sun.

Paphos usually gets less rain in July than Beirut. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Beirut receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.

Summer Average Temperatures July

Paphos 27°C (80°F)

Beirut 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Beirut in the Autumn?

Both Beirut and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Paphos in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In October, Paphos is generally cooler than Beirut. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 21°C (70°F), and Beirut fluctuates around 25°C (77°F).

It's quite sunny in Beirut. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Beirut during autumn. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Beirut receives 254 hours of full sun in the autumn.

In October, Paphos usually receives less rain than Beirut. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Beirut receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

Autumn Average Temperatures October

Paphos 21°C (70°F)

Beirut 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Beirut in the Winter?

Both Beirut and Paphos during the winter are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Paphos for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round.

Paphos is around the same temperature as Beirut in the winter. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 12°C (53°F) in January, and Beirut fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).

In the winter, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Beirut. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Beirut receives 149 hours of full sun.

Beirut gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Paphos usually gets less rain in January than Beirut. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Beirut receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.

Winter Average Temperatures January

Paphos 12°C (53°F)

Beirut 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Beirut in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Beirut. The spring months attract visitors to Paphos because of the beaches and the natural beauty. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In the spring, Paphos is around the same temperature as Beirut. Typically, the spring temperatures in Paphos in April average around 17°C (62°F), and Beirut averages at about 17°C (63°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Beirut during spring. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies, while Beirut receives 225 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Paphos usually receives less rain than Beirut. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Beirut receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.

Spring Average Temperatures April

Paphos 17°C (62°F)

Beirut 17°C (63°F)

Typical Weather for Beirut and Paphos

	Paphos		Beirut
	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)	Temp (°C)	Rain (mm)
Jan	12°C (53°F)	65 mm (2.6 in)	13°C (55°F)	130 mm (5.1 in)
Feb	12°C (54°F)	57 mm (2.2 in)	13°C (55°F)	110 mm (4.3 in)
Mar	13°C (56°F)	49 mm (1.9 in)	15°C (59°F)	60 mm (2.4 in)
Apr	17°C (62°F)	11 mm (0.4 in)	17°C (63°F)	50 mm (2 in)
May	20°C (69°F)	7 mm (0.3 in)	22°C (72°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)
Jun	24°C (75°F)	1 mm (0 in)	25°C (77°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)
Jul	27°C (80°F)	0 mm (0 in)	27°C (81°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)
Aug	27°C (80°F)	0 mm (0 in)	28°C (82°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)
Sep	25°C (76°F)	1 mm (0 in)	27°C (81°F)	10 mm (0.4 in)
Oct	21°C (70°F)	19 mm (0.7 in)	25°C (77°F)	60 mm (2.4 in)
Nov	17°C (62°F)	44 mm (1.7 in)	19°C (66°F)	50 mm (2 in)
Dec	13°C (56°F)	76 mm (3 in)	15°C (59°F)	130 mm (5.1 in)

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