A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Scotland vs. Flanders for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Scotland or Flanders?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Scotland and Flanders can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Scotland or Flanders?

Scotland

The enchanting country of Scotland is made of rolling hills, lush scenery, charming villages and pubs filled with think accents and strong pints.

This country is a part of Great Britain - also known as the United Kingdom - which includes England, Wales and Northern Ireland. So be careful not to refer to the Scottish as "British," and especially avoid referring to them as "English." Just being aware of the difference will make your trip much smoother.

This lively and friendly country has gained a reputation for being dreary and damp. Well, the latter might true, it doesn't stop the Scots from having a grand time. Still, prepare to experience plenty of rain on your trip.

With over 700 islands and 5 million people, you'll have no problem finding stunning scenery and delightful conversation.

Flanders

The Northern region of Belgium, commonly known as Flanders, is a popular destination for travelers. It includes well-known cities like Antwerp, Brussels, Ghent and Bruges. It is the Dutch-speaking region of Belgium and has many sights and historical attractions to see.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in United Kingdom, The Best Luxury Tours to United Kingdom, The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels.


Which place is cheaper, Flanders or Scotland?

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

The average daily cost (per person) in Scotland is £148, while the average daily cost in Flanders is £109. 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 Scotland and Flanders in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Scotland £72
    Flanders £59
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Scotland £144
    Flanders £118
Compare Hotels in Scotland and Flanders

Looking for a hotel in Scotland or Flanders? 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 Scotland


Hotels in Flanders


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Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Scotland £38
    Flanders £19

Is it cheaper to fly into Scotland or Flanders?

Prices for flights to both Flanders and Scotland 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
    Scotland £38
    Flanders £34

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Scotland £26
    Flanders £13

Tours and Activities in Scotland

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

  • Invergord on In-app Audio Tour: Explore Local History, Mural: $4.64
  • Errichel Farm Tour : $18
  • Wildlife Photography Tour in the Cairngorms: $8,121

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Scotland £14
    Flanders £16

Sample the Local Flavors in Scotland

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

  • Aberfeldy Distillery Experience: $22
  • Guided Tour in Aberfeldy Distillery with Connoisseur Experience: $47


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Scotland and Flanders, we can see that Scotland is more expensive. And not only is Flanders much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Flanders would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flanders 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 Scotland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Scotland than you might in Flanders.

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