Which place is cheaper, Hiroshima or Beirut?
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 Beirut or Hiroshima?
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 Beirut and Hiroshima. 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: Beirut or Hiroshima?
Beirut
Some travelers are seeking the hustle, bustle and posh atmosphere that only comes from a big city. Those travelers should have Beirut, Lebanon at the top of their list. The capital city is jam packed with 2.1 million people that are constantly on the go. As the commercial and financial hub of Lebanon, this city is fast-paced, fashion conscious and always ready for a night on the town.
Hiroshima
Hiroshima is positioned on the coast of the Seto Inland Sea and is an industrial city made up of many zigzagging rivers and wide boulevard streets. Today Hiroshima is a modern and vibrant city with great food and an energetic nightlife, but the image that remains in most visitor's minds is the Hiroshima of 1945 when it became the horrific sight of the first atomic bomb attack. Hiroshima shares the colorful neon atmosphere of other major Japanese cities and its hard to recognize the city immortalized all those years ago on that fateful day.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Japan, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Japan.
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Beirut Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayBeirut $2.77Hiroshima $126
The average daily cost (per person) in Beirut is $2.77, while the average daily cost in Hiroshima is $126. 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 Beirut and Hiroshima in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personBeirut $1.26Hiroshima $67
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomBeirut $2.52Hiroshima $134
Compare Hotels in Beirut and Hiroshima
Looking for a hotel in Beirut or Hiroshima? 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: Beirut Hotel Prices and Hiroshima Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Beirut $0.44Hiroshima $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Beirut
Also for Beirut, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Beirut Airport Transfer in a Limousine: $200
- Private Transfer from Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport to Beirut: $50
- Private Transfer from Beirut to Rafic Hariri (BEY) Airport: $50
- Beirut-Rafic Hariri Airport Luxury Car Transfer: $25
- Private Departure Transfer: Hotel to Beirut International Airport: $18
- Private Arrival Transfer: Beirut International Airport to Hotel: $18
- Beirut Arrival Airport Transfer Pickup: $11
- Airport Departure Transfer From Your Beirut Hotel: $10
- Departure Transfer:From Hotel To Beirut-Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY): $10
- BEY Airport to Hotel, Private Arrival Transfer: $10
- Private Transfer from Beirut Hotels to the Beirut Airport: $10
- Private Departure Transfer: From your hotel in Beirut to Airport: $10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Hiroshima
Also for Hiroshima, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Shared Departure Transfer : Hiroshima City to Hiroshima Airport: $128
- Shared Arrival Transfer : Hiroshima Airport to Hiroshima City: $128
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Port to Hiroshima Airport (HIJ): $164
- Private Transfer from Hiroshima Airport (HIJ) to Hiroshima Port: $182
- Private Transfer Hiroshima Airport: $292
- Private Arrival Transfer From Hiroshima International Airport to Hiroshima City: $272
- Iwakuni Airport to/from Hiroshima City Private Transfer: $244
- Hiroshima City: Private Transfer to/from Hiroshima Airport: $189
Is it cheaper to fly into Beirut or Hiroshima?
Prices for flights to both Hiroshima and Beirut 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 dayBeirut $1.23Hiroshima $52
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Beirut
For Beirut, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Authentic Lebanese Virtual Cooking Class Live from Lebanon: $35
- Motorbike Tour in Beirut with Local Street Food Dinner: $50
- Private Lebanese Home Cooking Class in Byblos with a Local Family: $86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Hiroshima
For Hiroshima, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Hiroshima Night Walk & Traditional Okonomiyaki Dinner Tour: $52
- Okonomiyaki Cooking Class with a Local Chef: $59
- Food and Culture Guided Walking Tour with Dinner: $82
- Dinner Cruise on HANAIKADA (Raft-Type Boat) with Scenic View of Miyajima: $100
- Bar Hopping Food Tour: $103
- Hiroshima Bar Hopping Food Tour: $105
- Private Japanese Cooking Class in Hiroshima with Machiko's Family: $108
- Hiroshima Peace Bicycle Tour and Okonomiyaki Dinner: $113
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $182
- Best of Hiroshima Food Tour: $221
- Private Nature, History, and Food Tour: $629
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Beirut $0.26Hiroshima $5.58
Tours and Activities in Beirut
For Beirut, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- 3 days tour package : Jeita grotto-Byblos-Baalbek & Beirut tour: $295
- ATV (2 Seat) Full Day Off-Road Tour & Scenic Adventure: $150
- Ancient Wonders: Baalbek, Anjar & Chateau Ksara Tour with Lunch: $55
- Anjar baalback & Ksara tour: $130
- Baalbek, Anjar and Ksara Guided Full-Day Tour from Beirut: $90
- Baatara Gorge Waterfall, Jeita Grotto and Byblos Tour: $170
- Beirut : Must-See Attractions Walking Tour With Guide: $74
- Beirut : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private tour): $37
- Beirut City Tour with Street Food : $90
- Beirut Downtown, Corniche and National Museum Tour: $85
- Beirut Private Walking Tour with a Local: $35
- Beirut Walking Tour: $170
Tours and Activities in Hiroshima
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Hiroshima.
- 1 Day Tour Onomichi Temples Exploration and Saijo Sake Tasting: $175
- 1-Day Miyajima Sightseeing Tour: $186
- 1-Day Tour: Hiroshima Hidden Gems & Highlights: $161
- 2 Hour Private Morning Tour Highlights in Peace Memorial Park: $103
- 2-Hour Private Hiroshima Morning Tour: $103
- 3 Hour Nanaura Tour around Miyajima with Lunch Box: $264
- 30 Minutes One Way Cruise from Miyahama Onsen to Miyajima: $119
- 4 Hour Private Hiroshima City Walking Tour: $95
- 7 hours Private Customizable Walking Tour in Hiroshima: $300
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $21
- Abacus & Calligraphy Experience Near Hiroshima Peace Park: $20
- Amazing Private City Tour with a Local Guide: $135
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayBeirut $0.23Hiroshima $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Beirut
Also in Beirut, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Private Wine Tasting Day Tour from Beirut: $50
- Uncorking Splendor: A Journey Through Private Wine Tasting Tours: $60
- Byblos & Chateau Musar: History and Wine Tour: $65
- Private Full-Day Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch from Beirut: $82
- Wine Tasting and Culture : $100
- Full-Day Private Wine Tasting Tour: $104
- PRIVATE Wine Tour in Central Bekaa Valley: $113
- Wine Tasting Tour: $160
- Half-Day Private Chateau Musar and Ixsir Wine Tour from Beirut: $186
Sample the Local Flavors in Hiroshima
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Hiroshima:
- Visit behind the Scenes: Hiroshima Saijo Sake Brewery Tour: $124
- Half-Day Saijo Tour Sake Tasting and Brewery Tour in Hiroshima: $131
- Private Goma Fire Ritual, Lunch & Sake Brewery Visits : $200
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Beirut and Hiroshima, we can see that Hiroshima is more expensive. And not only is Beirut much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Beirut is in Middle East and Hiroshima is in Asia, 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 Beirut would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Beirut 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 Hiroshima would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Hiroshima than you might in Beirut.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Beirut Expensive? and Is Hiroshima Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Beirut or Hiroshima?
Beirut has a larger population, and is about 68% larger than the population of Hiroshima. When comparing the sizes of Beirut and Hiroshima, 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 Beirut or Hiroshima?
Hiroshima has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Beirut experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Beirut or Hiroshima in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Beirut and Hiroshima. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Beirut year-round. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Hiroshima because of the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Beirut is generally around the same temperature as Hiroshima. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 27°C (81°F), and Hiroshima fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
In Beirut, it's very sunny this time of the year. Beirut usually receives more sunshine than Hiroshima during summer. Beirut gets 369 hours of sunny skies, while Hiroshima receives 194 hours of full sun in the summer.
Hiroshima receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Beirut usually receives less rain than Hiroshima. Beirut gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 238 mm (9.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyBeirut 27°C (81°F)Hiroshima 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Hiroshima in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Beirut as well as Hiroshima. Beirut attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the shopping scene are the main draw to Hiroshima this time of year.
Beirut is a little warmer than Hiroshima in the autumn. The daily temperature in Beirut averages around 25°C (77°F) in October, and Hiroshima fluctuates around 17°C (63°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Beirut this time of the year. In the autumn, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Hiroshima. Beirut gets 254 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hiroshima receives 193 hours of full sun.
It's quite rainy in Hiroshima. Beirut usually gets less rain in October than Hiroshima. Beirut gets 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 102 mm (4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberBeirut 25°C (77°F)Hiroshima 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Hiroshima in the Winter?
Both Hiroshima and Beirut are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Beirut throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Hiroshima for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Be prepared for some very cold days in Hiroshima. In the winter, Beirut is much warmer than Hiroshima. Typically, the winter temperatures in Beirut in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Hiroshima averages at about 4°C (40°F).
Beirut usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Hiroshima during winter. Beirut gets 149 hours of sunny skies, while Hiroshima receives 153 hours of full sun in the winter.
It's quite rainy in Beirut. In January, Beirut usually receives more rain than Hiroshima. Beirut gets 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryBeirut 13°C (55°F)Hiroshima 4°C (40°F)
Should I visit Beirut or Hiroshima in the Spring?
Both Hiroshima and Beirut during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Beirut because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In April, Beirut is generally a little warmer than Hiroshima. Daily temperatures in Beirut average around 17°C (63°F), and Hiroshima fluctuates around 14°C (56°F).
It's quite sunny in Beirut. In the spring, Beirut often gets more sunshine than Hiroshima. Beirut gets 225 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Hiroshima receives 193 hours of full sun.
Hiroshima gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Beirut usually gets less rain in April than Hiroshima. Beirut gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Hiroshima receives 168 mm (6.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilBeirut 17°C (63°F)Hiroshima 14°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Hiroshima and Beirut
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 4°C (40°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Mar | 15°C (59°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Apr | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (56°F) | 168 mm (6.6 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Jun | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 260 mm (10.2 in) |
| Jul | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 238 mm (9.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) |
| Sep | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 185 mm (7.3 in) |
| Oct | 25°C (77°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 102 mm (4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) | 7°C (44°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.