Which place is cheaper, David or Paphos?
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 Paphos or David?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or David, 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 David?
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.
David
In the Pacific West of Panama, David is the capital city of Chiriqui province. The city's population of almost 150,000 is among the wealthiest in the country. There is a well established middle class and unemployment remains low in the area. The area has grown rapidly in recent years with growing commercial and banking sectors. The city is well connected to the rest of the country by the Pan American Highway.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Panama, and The Best Budget Tours to Panama.
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Paphos Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €125David €34
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €125, while the average daily cost in David is €34. 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 David in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48David €11
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96David €22
Compare Hotels in Paphos and David
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or David? 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 David Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12David €10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon Boat Cruise with Bus Transfer: $30
- Paphos Blue Lagoon Cruise: Slide, Music & Hotel Transfer: $34
- Blue Lagoon cruise: giant slide & Paphos hotel transfers: $34
- Paphos to Paphos Int Airport (PFO) - Departure Private Transfer: $42
- Adonis Baths Waterfall Morning Transfer: $45
- Blue Lagoon: 3 Hours Afternoon Cruise with transfer from Paphos: $46
- Private Transfer from Paphos Airport (PFO) to Limassol Port: $58
- Private Transfer from Paphos city hotels to Limassol Cruise Port: $58
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $70
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $80
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $85
- Ocean Vision: Show & Dance Night with buffet, open bar & transfer: $93
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or David?
Prices for flights to both David 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
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Food Meals for one dayPaphos €65David €15
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: $62
- Wave Dancer Fireworks, Buffet Dinner & Show Cruise: $73
- Cyprus: Cooking Class-Mousaka, Tzatziki & Greek Salad: $88
- Moussaka Cooking Class at a Wine Village Villa in Paphos: $223
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12David €3.77
Tours and Activities in Paphos
Here are a few actual costs in Paphos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- The Yellow Glass-Bottom Boat Cruise Swim & Snorkel: $23
- From Limassol Experience: $29
- Blue Lagoon Cruise with Sightseeing from Latchi Harbour: $29
- Nafsika II Half Day Cruise Swimming to blue lagoon water slide: $29
- Blue Lagoon (Akamas) Bus & Boat Tour with Water Slide From Paphos: $39
- Akamas, Baths of Aphrodite and Blue Lagoon Day Tour: $41
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol: $41
- Sunset Cruise with BBQ, Swimming, and Kayaking: $41
- Yellow Submarine Swim Cruise with Unlimited Drinks: $41
- Turtle Watching Cruise,Snorkelling Adventure &Sunset: $41
- Swim Cruise with Turtle Watching, Drinks & Aperol Spritz: $41
- Half Day Tour Blue Lagoon with Water Slide and Snorkeling: $41
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98David -
Sample the Local Flavors in Paphos
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Paphos:
- Wine tasting and winery tour at Fikardos Winery: $40
- Paphos Highlights Baths of Aphrodite's and Wine Tasting Tour: $57
- Paphos - Troodos Mountains 4x4 Tour with Free Wine Tasting: $70
- Troodos Mountains Jeep Tour with Wine Tasting: $73
- Wine tasting on-board the Demetris Chara BBQboat BlueLagoon tours: $88
- Local Wineries Tour with Wine Tastings: $111
- Troodos Mountains Vino Venture: All Inclusive Full Day Wine Tour: $139
- Private Wine Tour with Tastings and Winery Visits: $762
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and David, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is David much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and David is in Central 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 David would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in David 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 David.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is David Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or David?
David has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and David, 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.