A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Paphos vs. Belgrade for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Paphos or Belgrade?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Belgrade, 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 Belgrade?

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.

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 Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade.


Which place is cheaper, Belgrade or Paphos?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Belgrade is €42. 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 Belgrade in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Paphos 48
    Belgrade 28
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Paphos 96
    Belgrade 56
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Belgrade

Looking for a hotel in Paphos 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.

Hotels in Paphos


Hotels in Belgrade


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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 Belgrade Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Paphos 12
    Belgrade 5.20

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:

  • From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30
  • Blue Lagoon trip with slide, music & transfer from Paphos: $32
  • Paphos:Ocean Vision BBQ Sunset Cruise with food and transfer: $42
  • 180 Minutes BBQ Cruise with food & Transfer: $42
  • Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
  • Ocean Vision BBQ Cruise with transfer, swim stop & food: $54
  • Ocean Vision Sunset Cruise with BBQ, transfer, swim stop: $54
  • Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
  • Night Cruise w/Dance Show, Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $68
  • Private Transfer from Paphos Airport PFO to Polis City by Sedan: $69
  • Departure Transfer from Polis City to Paphos Airport PFO by Sedan: $69
  • Blue Lagoon/Akamas: Adults Sunset with Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $82

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $39
  • Belgrade Layover tour with E Scooter and airport transfers: $215
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport (BEG): Transfer to Belgrade: $145
  • Belgrade Panorama - Private Arrival Transfer and City Tour Combined: $240
  • Belgrade airport transfer: $46
  • Belgrade and Avala Mountain Full Day Layover Tour with Round-Trip Airport Transfer: $88
  • Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $252
  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $3.67
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $53
  • Nikola Tesla BEG airport-private airport transfer: $75
  • Private Airport Transfer: $85
  • Private Transfer from Airport to Hotel: $107

Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Belgrade?

Prices for flights to both Belgrade 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
    Belgrade 8.63

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 Belgrade

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

  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $66
  • Folklore night in Belgrade with dinner: $70
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $71
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $75

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Paphos 12
    Belgrade 4.19

Tours and Activities in Paphos

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

  • Cruise to Blue Lagoon from Latchi Port: $20
  • Paphos/Akamas: Blue Lagoon Bus & Boat Tour with water slide: $21
  • Blue Lagoon Cruise with sightseeing departing from LATCHI HARBOUR. Postcode 8840: $22
  • Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide : $24
  • From Limassol Experience: $25
  • Latchi to Blue Lagoon Glass Bottom+slide Boat Tour: $25
  • Full day trip to Blue Lagoon Latchi Akamas with Boat cruise: $27
  • Chrysoroyiatissa ,Kykkos ,Omodos Day Tour from Paphos: $27
  • From Guided tour of Limassol with Rock of Aphrodite: $29
  • Paphos/Akamas: Blue Lagoon Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide: $30
  • From Authentic Cyprus Guided Tour with Breakfast: $32
  • Wave Dancer Boat Sunset Cruise with BBQ and Swimming: $34

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Belgrade are as follows:

  • Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.10
  • Capture Belgrade:Audio Walking Tour in the Heart of the City: $3.19
  • First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
  • Jack The Ripper Skip-the-Line Ticket in Belgrade: $3.29
  • Belgrade City Exploration Game and Tour: $6.46
  • Self-Guided City Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $6.46
  • Sightseeing by open top bus: $14
  • Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour: $14
  • Saint Sava Temple guided tour: $16
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $16
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $16
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $16

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Paphos 9.98
    Belgrade 19

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 Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • RE:PLAY Pub Crawl Belgrade: $44
  • Play Pub Crawl Belgrade: $49
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $53
  • E-Scooter CRAFT BEER and BREWERY Tour: $54
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $55
  • Tour of the MONASTERIES at Fruška Gora NP and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $55
  • Belgrade Bar Crawl: $55
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $60
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $71
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci private tour with wine tasting: $76
  • 3-Hour Walking Local Wine Tasting Tour: $81
  • Northern Serbia: Sremski Karlovci & Novi Sad with Wine Tasting in a cellar : $82


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Belgrade, we can see that Paphos 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 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 Belgrade.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Belgrade Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Paphos or Belgrade?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos 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 Paphos or Belgrade?

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 Paphos or Belgrade in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Belgrade. The beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Paphos this time of year.

In July, Paphos is generally a little warmer than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 27°C (80°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Belgrade this time of the year. In Paphos, it's very sunny this time of the year. Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Belgrade during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 285 hours of full sun in the summer.

In July, Paphos usually receives less rain than Belgrade. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Paphos 27°C (80°F) 
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Belgrade in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Belgrade. Many travelers come to Paphos for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.

Paphos is much warmer than Belgrade in the autumn. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 21°C (70°F) in October, and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the autumn, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Belgrade. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 168 hours of full sun.

Paphos usually gets less rain in October than Belgrade. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Paphos 21°C (70°F) 
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Belgrade in the Winter?

Both Belgrade and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Paphos in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

Belgrade can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Paphos is much warmer than Belgrade. Typically, the winter temperatures in Paphos in January average around 12°C (53°F), and Belgrade averages at about 2°C (35°F).

Paphos usually receives more sunshine than Belgrade during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Belgrade receives 71 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Belgrade. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Paphos 12°C (53°F) 
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F)

Should I visit Paphos or Belgrade in the Spring?

Both Belgrade and Paphos during the spring are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Paphos for the beaches and the natural beauty during these months.

In April, Paphos is generally a little warmer than Belgrade. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 17°C (62°F), and Belgrade fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).

It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the spring, Paphos often gets more sunshine than Belgrade. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Belgrade receives 178 hours of full sun.

Paphos usually gets less rain in April than Belgrade. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Belgrade receives 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Paphos 17°C (62°F) 
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F)

Typical Weather for Belgrade and Paphos

Paphos Belgrade
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 12°C (53°F) 65 mm (2.6 in) 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Feb 12°C (54°F) 57 mm (2.2 in) 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Mar 13°C (56°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Apr 17°C (62°F) 11 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
May 20°C (69°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Jun 24°C (75°F) 1 mm (0 in) 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Jul 27°C (80°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Aug 27°C (80°F) 0 mm (0 in) 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in)
Sep 25°C (76°F) 1 mm (0 in) 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Oct 21°C (70°F) 19 mm (0.7 in) 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Nov 17°C (62°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Dec 13°C (56°F) 76 mm (3 in) 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)