Which place is cheaper, Reykjavik or Skopje?
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 Skopje or Reykjavik?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Skopje or Reykjavik? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Skopje or Reykjavik?
Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the capital and largest city in the country of Iceland. The city is where the vast majority of the country's population resides and the urban area has about 200,000 residents. The city is sprawling, with a large area covered in suburbs. The the city center is quite compact, with many interesting and colorful houses. There are a lot of things that attract tourists to this city, including an interesting culture and history as well as plenty of shopping and dining opportunities.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to North Macedonia, The Best Budget Tours to North Macedonia, The Best Budget Tours to Iceland, and The Best Tours for Seniors to Iceland.
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Skopje Prices
North Macedonia PricesReykjavik Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per daySkopje $74Reykjavik $304
The average daily cost (per person) in Skopje is $74, while the average daily cost in Reykjavik is $304. 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 Skopje and Reykjavik in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personSkopje $53Reykjavik $158
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomSkopje $106Reykjavik $316
Compare Hotels in Skopje and Reykjavik
Looking for a hotel in Skopje or Reykjavik? 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: Skopje Hotel Prices and Reykjavik Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Skopje $5.30Reykjavik $52
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Reykjavik
Also for Reykjavik, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Alesund : Private Transfer to/from Ålesund Airport and City: $116
- Arrival in Iceland – Private Transfer from Keflavík Airport: $147
- Blue Lagoon Admission with Mask, Drink, Transfers from Reykjavik: $236
- Blue Lagoon Private Transfer From KEF or Reykjavik: $153
- Blue Lagoon Private Transfer To or From Reykjavik: $176
- Blue Lagoon with Private Roundtrip Transfer: $613
- Bus Transfer: Reykjavík / Hella / Hvolsvöllur to Thórsmörk: $96
- Cruise Port Private Transfer to Keflavik Airport: $200
- Cruise Port Transfer : Reykjavik to Cruise Port: $177
- Departure from Reykjavík – Private Transfer to Keflavík Airport: $141
- From Reykjavík: Blue Lagoon Premium Admission with Transfer: $206
- From Reykjavík: Private Transfer From OR To Blue Lagoon: $59
Is it cheaper to fly into Skopje or Reykjavik?
Prices for flights to both Reykjavik and Skopje 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 daySkopje $12Reykjavik $59
Typical Food Prices in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Dinner (Fish Market)$202
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Harbor Cruise with 3-Course Dinner: $137
- Harbor Cruise with Three Course Dinner from Reykjavik: $139
- Food Tour by locals: $140
- Authentic Reykjavik Food Tour with Flea Market Delights: $146
- Icelandic Food Tour: $147
- Reykjavík Food Tour with 5 Authentic Local Tastings & Secret Dish: $153
- Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Icelandic Classics: $154
- The Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $171
- Christmas Food Tour with Tastings and Drinks: $171
- Private Reykjavik Christmas Food Tour: $241
- Private Vegetarian Reykjavik Food Tour: $241
- Authentic Icelandic Cooking Class in a Local Reykjavik Home: $285
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Skopje -Reykjavik $82
Tours and Activities in Skopje
Here are a few actual costs in Skopje for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- From Sofia: Kosovo and North Macedonia 2-Day Tour: $404
- Skopje Day Trip from Sofia – Private Group Tour: $190
Typical Entertainment Prices in Reykjavik
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Reykjavik's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Art Museum$12
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Wine and Spa$33
Tours and Activities in Reykjavik
For Reykjavik, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Reykjavik Audio Guided Walking Tour 2h30 and 20 reviews: $6.94
- Reykjavik Viking Roots to Modern Marvels Self Guided Walking Tour: $7.00
- Reykjavík Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone: $9.39
- A Self-Guided Thingvellir National Park Walking Tour: $9.99
- TOP Iceland : Private Guided Tour with your mobile: $12
- Self Guided Golden Circle Audio Driving Tour GPS APP Offline: $12
- Reykjavík: National Museum of Iceland Entry Ticket: $21
- Reykjavik Art Museum Entry Ticket: $21
- Skip the Line: The National Museum of Iceland Ticket: $24
- Volcano Express Entry Ticket at Harpa: $24
- Mosfellsbæ: Authentic Icelandic Wool Yarn Factory Tour: $26
- Icelandic Phallological Museum Entry Ticket: $29
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one daySkopje -Reykjavik $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Reykjavik
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Reykjavik are as follows:
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Beer$9.96
Sample the Local Flavors in Reykjavik
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Reykjavik:
- Eimverk Distillery Guided Tour with Tasting: $48
- Craft Beer and Brewery Tour in Iceland: $48
- Reykjavík Pub Crawl Tour with Drinks and Games: $152
- Icelandic Bar Crawl Experience: $162
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Skopje and Reykjavik, we can see that Reykjavik is more expensive. And not only is Skopje much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Skopje would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Skopje 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 Reykjavik would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Reykjavik than you might in Skopje.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Skopje Expensive? and Is Reykjavik Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Skopje or Reykjavik?
Skopje has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Reykjavik. When comparing the sizes of Skopje and Reykjavik, 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.