Which place is cheaper, Flores or Zagreb?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.
Jump to 
Should you visit Zagreb or Flores?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Zagreb and Flores. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Zagreb or Flores?
Zagreb
Zagreb, in central Croatia, is the country's capital. It has a wonderful old town that has cobblestone streets, historic buildings, and a great atmosphere. Many people travel to Croatia specifically for its beaches and coastal towns, but if you overlook this lovely capital city, you'll miss a large part of the culture and personality that is Croatia.
Flores
The town of Flores is located in Peten, Guatemala. The main hub is located on an island on Lago Peten Itza, which is connected to the mainland by a causeway. On the other side of the causeway are the towns of Santa Elena and San Benito, however, all three are often referred to as Flores. Most people visit the area for its proximity to the ancient Mayan ruins of Tikal, though the town itself is also charming with colonial buildings and historic churches lining the cobbled streets.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 2-Week Tours from Dubrovnik, The Best 2-Week Tours from Split, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Guatemala, and The Best 3-Day Tours in Guatemala.
-
Zagreb Prices
Croatia PricesFlores Prices
Guatemala Prices -
Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayZagreb €89Flores €36
The average daily cost (per person) in Zagreb is €89, while the average daily cost in Flores is €36. 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 Zagreb and Flores in more detail.
Accommodation
-
Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personZagreb €48Flores €7.41
-
Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomZagreb €96Flores €15
Compare Hotels in Zagreb and Flores
Looking for a hotel in Zagreb or Flores? 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: Zagreb Hotel Prices and Flores Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
-
Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Zagreb €9.11Flores €6.76
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Zagreb
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Zagreb:
- Private Walking Tour with Funicular Ride & Transfers: $211
- Private Transfer to/from Zagreb Airport: $70
- Private Transfer to Ljubljana with Optional Stops: $146
- Direct bus Transfer from/to Split: $26
- Bus transfer from/to Rijeka: $14
- Zagreb to Zagreb Airport (ZAG) - Departure Private Transfer: $31
- Zagreb to Varazdin - Private transfer (or vice versa): $119
- Zagreb to Split: Personalized Transfer & Custom Day Trip!: $427
- Zagreb to Plitvice Lakes area - Private Transfer (or vice-versa): $179
- Zagreb city to Zagreb Airport private transfer: $119
- Zagreb airport to Zagreb city private one-way transfer: $95
- Zagreb Private Roundtrip Transfer by Luxury Vehicle: $111
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Flores
Also for Flores, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Bus transfer from Flores, Guatemala to Belize City: $20
- Private transfer Mundo Maya Airport to Flores Island Hotels: $10
- Same day Round-Trip VIP Exclusive Transfer to Tikal from Flores : $133
- Tikal Transfer and Tour Guide From Flores: $90
Is it cheaper to fly into Zagreb or Flores?
Prices for flights to both Flores and Zagreb 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 dayZagreb €29Flores €19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Zagreb
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Zagreb.
- Food Tour with Tastings: $104
- Taste Zagreb Food Tour: $106
- Bite Back in Time: Zagreb's Food Tour Spiced with History : $131
- Zagreb Food Tour: Bite into Traditional Dishes and Flavors: $140
- Croatian cuisine cooking class with Dolac market tour: $155
- Zagreb Walking Food Tour - Sightseeing - Dolac market visit: $161
- Authentic Market Tour and Cooking Class in the Heart of Zagreb: $184
- PRIVATE Half-Day Food Tour: The 10 Tastings of Zagreb With Locals: $201
Entertainment
-
Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Zagreb €12Flores €17
Tours and Activities in Zagreb
Here are a few actual costs in Zagreb for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 4 Day Private Istria Tour from Explore & Enjoy: $1,662
- Archaeological Tour of Zagreb: $52
- Back to Socialism Bike Tour: $49
- Baroque Varaždin and Trakošćan Castle Private Tour: $215
- Beautiful Christmas in Zagreb – Private Walking Tour: $1,251
- Best Of Zagreb Walking Tour: $65
- Best of SLOVENIA - Bled + Postojna + Ljubljana - Day Tour from Zagreb: $237
- Best of Zagreb Walking Tour: $84
- Best of Zagreb! Self-guided Waking tour Sit&Meet Croatian greats!: $23
- Best of Zagreb! Walking Tour by Sit & Meet; Meet the Great Croats: $36
- Best of 4-Hour Cycling Tour: $94
- Big Zagreb Private Walking Tour: $117
Typical Entertainment Prices in Flores
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Flores's activities, tours, and tickets:
-
Tikal Entrance (for 2)€33
-
Map of Tikal€2.77
Tours and Activities in Flores
For Flores, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Shared Guided Sunset Tour in Yaxhá from Flores: $25
- From Flowers Sunset Tour in Tikal: $25
- Basic Tour to Tikal Includes Transportation and Guide Service: $25
- Tikal Ruins Day Tour from Flores: $31
- Full Day Tikal Sunrise Tour from Flores and Archaeological Tour: $48
- Tikal National Park Full-Day Guided Tour from Flores: $65
- From Flowers Eco Tour to Blue Crater All Inclusive: $70
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores or Mayan World Airport: $78
- Tour to Tikal (Awesome): $85
- Yaxha Day Tour from Flores: $100
- All Inclusive Tikal Tour from Flores and Airport: $105
- Full-Day Shared Tour to Tikal from Flores Peten with Lunch: $110
Alcohol
-
Alcohol Drinks for one dayZagreb €8.92Flores €18
Sample the Local Flavors in Zagreb
Also in Zagreb, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Pub Crawl, 1-Hour of Unlimited Drinks, & Club Entry: $34
- Zagreb Pub Crawl 1Hour of Unlimited Drinks Club Entry: $35
- Zagreb:Private Bar Crawling and Alcohol Testing with a Guide: $35
- Taste Zagreb Heritage Wine Tasting with Traditional Lunch: $106
- Hrastje Plešivičko Wine Tasting Day Trip: $176
- From Samobor Highlights & Wine Tasting in Plešivica: $183
- Castle & Wine Tasting - Private Day Trip from Zagreb: $274
- Private Wine Tour from Two Local Wineries & Samobor : $285
- Fairytale Castle & Wine Tasting & Lunch: $286
Typical Alcohol Prices in Flores
Some typical examples of the costs for nightlife and alcohol in Flores are as follows:
-
Two Margaritas€2.21
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Zagreb and Flores, we can see that Zagreb is more expensive. And not only is Flores much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Zagreb is in Europe and Flores 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 Flores would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Flores 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 Zagreb would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Zagreb than you might in Flores.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Zagreb Expensive? and Is Flores Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Zagreb or Flores?
Zagreb has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Flores. When comparing the sizes of Zagreb and Flores, 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.