Which place is cheaper, Tiberias or Paphos?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Jump to 
Should you visit Paphos or Tiberias?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Paphos or Tiberias, 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 Tiberias?
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.
Tiberias
Tiberias is a major tourist destination in Israel. It's positioned on the western side of the Sea of Galilee and is a popular spot for Israeli and international tourists alike. The town itself offers great views of the beautiful blue waters and the surrounding green hills. Tiberias is also considered to be one of the Jewish Four Holy Cities. Many people also use Tiberias as a jumping off point to explore the Golan Heights area.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Cyprus, The Best Tours for Seniors to Cyprus, The Best 3-Day Tours from Jerusalem, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Jerusalem.
-
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayPaphos €97Tiberias €82
The average daily cost (per person) in Paphos is €97, while the average daily cost in Tiberias is €82. 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 Tiberias in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personPaphos €48Tiberias €52
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomPaphos €96Tiberias €104
Compare Hotels in Paphos and Tiberias
Looking for a hotel in Paphos or Tiberias? 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.
Kayak helps you find the best prices for hotels, flights, and rental cars for destinations around the world. Compare prices for multiple destinations when planning your next trip.
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 Tiberias Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Paphos €12Tiberias €4.27
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Paphos
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Paphos:
- Blue Lagoon trip with slide, music & transfer from Paphos: $32
- Blue Lagoon/Akamas: Adults Sunset with Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $82
- Cyprus & International Show Night with buffet ,open bar, transfer: $87
- Departure Transfer from Polis City to Paphos Airport PFO by Sedan: $69
- From Nicosia Sightseeing Tour with Hotel Transfer: $30
- Paphos Airport (PFO) to Paphos city - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $61
- 180 Minutes BBQ Cruise with food & Transfer: $42
- Choirokitia & Famagusta Guided Tour with Transfers: $43
- Night Cruise w/Dance Show, Food, Open Bar & Transfer: $68
- Ocean Vision BBQ Cruise with transfer, swim stop & food: $54
- Ocean Vision Sunset Cruise with BBQ, transfer, swim stop: $54
- Paphos:Ocean Vision BBQ Sunset Cruise with food and transfer: $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Paphos or Tiberias?
Prices for flights to both Tiberias 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 dayPaphos €38Tiberias €26
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
Typical Food Prices in Tiberias
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Tiberias:
-
Lunch for Two€4.99
-
Pastry€1.74
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Paphos €12Tiberias €9.73
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
Typical Entertainment Prices in Tiberias
Here are a few typical costs in Tiberias for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
-
Two Bikes for Day€30
Tours and Activities in Tiberias
Here are a few actual costs in Tiberias for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Haifa Shore Excursion: Nazareth and the Galilee - for cruise ship guests only: $115
- Shabbat Experience in Tzfat with Wine Pairing: $160
- Safed Wine & Cheese Tour: $250
- Culinary Day Tour of the Galilee: $287
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayPaphos €9.98Tiberias €16
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
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Paphos and Tiberias, we can see that Paphos is more expensive. And not only is Tiberias much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Paphos is in Europe and Tiberias 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 Tiberias would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Tiberias 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 Tiberias.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Paphos Expensive? and Is Tiberias Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Paphos or Tiberias?
Tiberias has a larger population, and is about 11% larger than the population of Paphos. When comparing the sizes of Paphos and Tiberias, 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 Tiberias?
Paphos has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Tiberias experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Paphos or Tiberias in the Summer?
Both Tiberias and Paphos are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. Many visitors come to Paphos in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences. Plenty of visitors come to Tiberias because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Paphos is around the same temperature as Tiberias in the summer. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 27°C (80°F) in July, and Tiberias fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite sunny in Tiberias. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Paphos. Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias during summer. Paphos gets 388 hours of sunny skies, while Tiberias receives 364 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Paphos usually receives rain Tiberias. Paphos gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 0 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
-
Summer Average Temperatures JulyPaphos 27°C (80°F)Tiberias 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Tiberias in the Autumn?
Both Tiberias and Paphos during the autumn are popular places to visit. Most visitors come to Paphos for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area during these months. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Tiberias year-round.
In the autumn, Paphos is cooler than Tiberias. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Paphos in October average around 21°C (70°F), and Tiberias averages at about 24°C (75°F).
In Tiberias, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Paphos. In the autumn, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tiberias receives 274 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets more rain in October than Tiberias. Paphos gets 19 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 12 mm (0.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberPaphos 21°C (70°F)Tiberias 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Tiberias in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Paphos and Tiberias. The winter months attract visitors to Paphos because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine. Tiberias attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Paphos is generally cooler than Tiberias. Daily temperatures in Paphos average around 12°C (53°F), and Tiberias fluctuates around 14°C (57°F).
Paphos usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias during winter. Paphos gets 180 hours of sunny skies, while Tiberias receives 184 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Paphos usually receives more rain than Tiberias. Paphos gets 65 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
-
Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryPaphos 12°C (53°F)Tiberias 14°C (57°F)
Should I visit Paphos or Tiberias in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Paphos as well as Tiberias. The beaches and the natural beauty are the main draw to Paphos this time of year. The warm climate attracts visitors to Tiberias throughout the year.
Paphos is cooler than Tiberias in the spring. The daily temperature in Paphos averages around 17°C (62°F) in April, and Tiberias fluctuates around 20°C (68°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Tiberias. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Paphos this time of the year. In the spring, Paphos often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Tiberias. Paphos gets 270 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Tiberias receives 269 hours of full sun.
Paphos usually gets less rain in April than Tiberias. Paphos gets 11 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tiberias receives 26 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
-
Spring Average Temperatures AprilPaphos 17°C (62°F)Tiberias 20°C (68°F)
Typical Weather for Tiberias and Paphos
| Paphos | Tiberias | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 12°C (53°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 12°C (54°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 13°C (56°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (62°F) | 11 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| May | 20°C (69°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |
| Jun | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (80°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (76°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
| Oct | 21°C (70°F) | 19 mm (0.7 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 12 mm (0.5 in) |
| Nov | 17°C (62°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
| Dec | 13°C (56°F) | 76 mm (3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
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.