Which place is cheaper, Cape Town or Accra?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Cape Town, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Accra is the capital city of Ghana, located on the Atlantic coast of West Africa. Popular attractions include the National Museum of Ghana, local beaches, markets, and cultural landmarks like those dedicated to Civil Rights activist W.E.B. DuBois.
Picture your travel bucket list. Is Cape Town on it? Yes, most people dream of visiting the "Mother City" of South Africa. As one of the most iconic places in the world, Cape Town is a world-class cosmopolitan city full of bustling nightlife, historical backdrops and a large gay community.
Cape Town is the most southern city in Africa with seasons turned upside down. In the southern hemisphere they experience the summer from December to February. During these months days can be hot and dry so be sure to gather in the shade and wear plenty of sunscreen. The winter from June to August is full of rainy days and cold nights.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Safaris in Ghana, The Best Camping Tours in South Africa, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in South Africa.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $39, while the average daily cost in Cape Town is $95. 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 Accra and Cape Town in more detail.
Looking for a hotel in Accra or Cape Town? 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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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
Also for Cape Town, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
Prices for flights to both Cape Town and Accra 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.
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
For Cape Town, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
For Cape Town, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
Also in Cape Town, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Cape Town, we can see that Cape Town is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Accra would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Accra 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 Cape Town would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Cape Town than you might in Accra.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Accra Expensive? and Is Cape Town Expensive?.
Cape Town has a larger population, and is about 75% larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Cape Town, 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.
Cape Town has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Accra experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Cape Town and Accra during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
Accra is a little warmer than Cape Town in the summer. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Cape Town fluctuates around 21°C (70°F)in January.
Accra usually gets more rain in July than Cape Townin January. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Cape Town receives 14 mm (0.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Cape Town. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round.
In the autumn, Accra is a little warmer than Cape Town. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Accra in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Cape Town averages at about 18°C (64°F)in April.
In October, Accra usually receives more rain than Cape Townin April. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Cape Town receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Accra as well as Cape Town. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Accra is generally much warmer than Cape Townin July. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 27°C (81°F), and Cape Town fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Accra usually gets less rain in January than Cape Townin July. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Cape Town receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Cape Town and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year.
Accra is much warmer than Cape Town in the spring. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Cape Town fluctuates around 16°C (61°F)in October.
It's quite rainy in Accra. In April, Accra usually receives more rain than Cape Townin October. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Cape Town receives 33 mm (1.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Accra | Cape Town | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 27°C (81°F) | 18 mm (0.7 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 14 mm (0.6 in) |
Feb | 28°C (82°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Mar | 28°C (82°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 21 mm (0.8 in) |
Apr | 28°C (82°F) | 117 mm (4.6 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
May | 27°C (81°F) | 120 mm (4.7 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Jun | 26°C (79°F) | 281 mm (11.1 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
Jul | 25°C (77°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
Aug | 24°C (75°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 73 mm (2.9 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 33 mm (1.3 in) |
Nov | 27°C (81°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 16 mm (0.6 in) |
Dec | 27°C (81°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 17 mm (0.7 in) |