A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Belgrade vs. Lagos for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Belgrade or Lagos?

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

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Belgrade and Lagos 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: Belgrade or Lagos?

Belgrade

Belgrade is the capital city of the Republic of Serbia. Dating back to the 4th Century BC, is has seen many changes from Celtic tribes at its earliest beginnings to Roman rule, the Ottoman Empire, and Serbian independence. Relics of its past can be seen today in Belgrade's architecture and museums, while there are also a host of contemporary activities like nightlife, clubs, cafes, and concerts.

Lagos

A coastal town in the south of Portugal, Lagos is known for its old world charm, plummeting cliffs, and Atlantic beaches. Many come to enjoy a full range of activities from beach-going and watersports to exploring cobbled streets lined with options for shopping and dining. Historic churches and castles add to the charm, as well as a clifftop lighthouse showing the way to Lagos for ships at sea.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Serbia, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Belgrade, The Best 2-Week Tours in Portugal, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Portugal.


Which place is cheaper, Lagos or Belgrade?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Belgrade is $56, while the average daily cost in Lagos is $167. 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 Belgrade and Lagos in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Belgrade $33
    Lagos $72
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Belgrade $66
    Lagos $144
Compare Hotels in Belgrade and Lagos

Looking for a hotel in Belgrade or Lagos? 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 Belgrade


Hotels in Lagos


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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: Belgrade Hotel Prices and Lagos Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Belgrade $6.11
    Lagos $36

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Belgrade

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Belgrade:

  • Airport Transfer in Belgrade, Serbia: $42
  • Airport transfer between Belgrade Nikola Tesla and Novi Sad: $115
  • Belgrade Airport Transfers to/from any Destination: $65
  • Belgrade N. Tesla Airport (BEG) to Belgrade - Round-Trip Transfer: $102
  • Belgrade Nikola Tesla Airport(BEG) to Belgrade - Arrival Transfer: $51
  • Belgrade Private Airport Transfer: $50
  • Belgrade airport transfer (by car): $53
  • Belgrade to Zlatibor private transfer by car: $274
  • Airport Transfer to a city location: $47
  • Bus Transfer Between Airport and Slavija Square: $5.17
  • Nikola Tesla Airport Private Transfer: $69
  • Private Airport Transfer: $104

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Lagos

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Lagos:

  • From Porto Airport: Transfer to Lagos Central Bus Station: $37
  • Transfer Algarve: Transport specialists.: $56
  • Faro Airport: Private Transfer to/from Lagos: $67
  • Private MiniVan Departure Transfer from Lagos to Faro Airport FAO: $114
  • Faro Airport to/from Lagos/Private Transfer max 4 passengers: $129
  • Portugal Taxi and Airport Transfer : $143
  • Private Transfer from Faro Airport Up to 8 passengers: $144
  • Private Transfer from Lagos to Faro (FAO) Airport: $159
  • Private Transfer from Budens to Faro (FAO) Airport: $204
  • Private Transfer from Sao Sebastiao to Faro (FAO) Airport: $215
  • Private Transfer from Sagres to Faro (FAO) Airport: $216
  • Private Transfer from Vila do Bispo to Faro (FAO) Airport: $216

Is it cheaper to fly into Belgrade or Lagos?

Prices for flights to both Lagos and Belgrade 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
    Belgrade $18
    Lagos $69

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Belgrade

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Belgrade.

  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $82
  • E-Scooter Serbian Food Tour: $83
  • Private Serbian Food Cooking Experience in Belgrade with Meal: $83
  • Private Walking and Food Tour in Belgrade: $113

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Lagos

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Lagos.

  • Classic Food Tour - Lagos: $106
  • Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class: $117
  • Traditional Portuguese Cooking Class: Grandma’s Secrets & Recipes: $119
  • Portuguese Cooking Class: Algarve’s Pork & Seafood Cataplana: $147
  • Portuguese Cooking Class: Algarve’s Pork & Seafood Cataplana: $149
  • Home-Style Portuguese Cooking Class in Portimao with Pedro: $154
  • Market Tour and Cataplana Cooking Class: $176
  • Market Tour & Cooking Class: Algarve’s Seafood Cataplana : $179
  • Local Market Tour and Portuguese Seafood Cooking Class: $179

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Belgrade $4.92
    Lagos $31

Tours and Activities in Belgrade

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

  • Skip the Line: Family Centar Sremska Mitrovica -Playroom for kids: $1.19
  • Museum of the 90s: Entry Ticket: $7.04
  • Red Star Football Club Museum Ticket: $8.21
  • Walking Tour in Belgrade: $13
  • Museum of the 90s: Entry & Guided Tour: $14
  • Downtown Belgrade Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $15
  • Discover Stunning Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
  • Downtown Belgrade GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game: $15
  • Yugoslavia Communist tour: $18
  • Underground Tour with Glass of Wine: $18
  • Guided Walking Tour: $18
  • Communist Tour in Belgrade: $18

Tours and Activities in Lagos

Here are a few actual costs in Lagos for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Lagos Scavenger Hunt and Sights Private Self-Guided Tour: $4.48
  • Portside Tales of Conquest and Conflict: A Lagos Audio Tour: $9.99
  • Guided Walking Tour with Brodie from Australia: $18
  • Brodie's Historical and Fun Lagos Walking Tour: $18
  • Ponta da Piedade:Express grotto tours: $19
  • Boat tour through the wonderful caves of Ponta da Piedade : $20
  • Ponta da Piedade Rock Formations Guided Boat Tour: $20
  • Boat Tours: $21
  • Ponta da Piedade Boat Tour to Caves and Beaches with Local Guide: $21
  • Tour to inside the Caves /Grottos the Ponta da Piedade -Lagos: $22
  • Boat tour Ponta da Piedade with local guides: $22
  • Ponta da Piedade 1H15M Boat Guided Tour in Algarve: $23

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Belgrade $23
    Lagos $7.96

Sample the Local Flavors in Belgrade

Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Belgrade:

  • Guided Nightlife Pub Crawl: $26
  • Columbo Pub Crawl Belgrade: $48
  • RePlay Pub Crawl in Belgrade: $57
  • Natural wine tasting with great views: $71
  • Private Wine Tasting by Party in Belgrade: $77
  • Belgrade Buzzin Pub Crawl: $83
  • Novisad Nightlife Pub Crawl Tour: $83
  • Golubac Fortress w/Iron Gate Speed Boat & Rakija Distillery tour: $89
  • Belgrade Local Serbian Wine Tasting Tour: $94
  • Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci Wine Tour From Belgrade: $101
  • Pearl of North Serbia, trip to Novi Sad and Sremski Karlovci with wine tasting: $106
  • Novi Sad and Fruska Gora with Wine Tasting in Sremski Karlovci: $113

Sample the Local Flavors in Lagos

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Lagos:

  • Guided Gin Distillery Tour With Tasting at Alma Luz: $23
  • Small group Wine Tasting Tour from Lagos: $78
  • Wine Tasting Off-Road Tour: $93
  • Small-Group Day Tour of Silves and Monchique with Wine Tasting: $106


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

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


Which is Bigger, Belgrade or Lagos?

Belgrade has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Lagos. When comparing the sizes of Belgrade and Lagos, 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 Belgrade or Lagos?

Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.

Should I visit Belgrade or Lagos in the Summer?

The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Belgrade and Lagos. Also, many travelers come to Lagos for the beaches, snorkeling, the hiking, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Belgrade is around the same temperature as Lagos. Typically, the summer temperatures in Belgrade in July average around 23°C (73°F), and Lagos averages at about 25°C (77°F).

Lagos receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Belgrade usually receives less rain than Lagos. Belgrade gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Lagos receives 243 mm (9.6 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Belgrade 23°C (73°F) 
    Lagos 25°C (77°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Lagos in the Autumn?

The autumn brings many poeple to Belgrade as well as Lagos. Also, many visitors come to Lagos in the autumn for the hiking trails, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area.

In October, Belgrade is generally much colder than Lagos. Daily temperatures in Belgrade average around 14°C (57°F), and Lagos fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).

It's quite rainy in Lagos. Belgrade usually gets less rain in October than Lagos. Belgrade gets 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain, while Lagos receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Belgrade 14°C (57°F) 
    Lagos 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Lagos in the Winter?

Both Lagos and Belgrade are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. Also, most visitors come to Lagos for the shopping scene and the cuisine during these months.

Belgrade can get quite cold in the winter. Belgrade is much colder than Lagos in the winter. The daily temperature in Belgrade averages around 2°C (35°F) in January, and Lagos fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

In January, Belgrade usually receives more rain than Lagos. Belgrade gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Lagos receives 13 mm (0.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Belgrade 2°C (35°F) 
    Lagos 27°C (81°F)

Should I visit Belgrade or Lagos in the Spring?

Both Lagos and Belgrade during the spring are popular places to visit. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Lagos because of the beaches and the natural beauty.

In the spring, Belgrade is much colder than Lagos. Typically, the spring temperatures in Belgrade in April average around 14°C (56°F), and Lagos averages at about 28°C (82°F).

Lagos gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Belgrade usually gets less rain in April than Lagos. Belgrade gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Lagos receives 146 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Belgrade 14°C (56°F) 
    Lagos 28°C (82°F)

Typical Weather for Lagos and Belgrade

Belgrade Lagos
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 2°C (35°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 27°C (81°F) 13 mm (0.5 in)
Feb 4°C (39°F) 44 mm (1.7 in) 29°C (84°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Mar 9°C (47°F) 50 mm (2 in) 29°C (84°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)
Apr 14°C (56°F) 59 mm (2.3 in) 28°C (82°F) 146 mm (5.7 in)
May 18°C (65°F) 71 mm (2.8 in) 27°C (81°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Jun 21°C (70°F) 90 mm (3.5 in) 26°C (79°F) 316 mm (12.4 in)
Jul 23°C (73°F) 66 mm (2.6 in) 25°C (77°F) 243 mm (9.6 in)
Aug 23°C (73°F) 52 mm (2 in) 25°C (77°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Sep 19°C (67°F) 51 mm (2 in) 26°C (79°F) 160 mm (6.3 in)
Oct 14°C (57°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 26°C (79°F) 125 mm (4.9 in)
Nov 8°C (47°F) 54 mm (2.1 in) 27°C (81°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Dec 3°C (38°F) 58 mm (2.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)