A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Accra vs. Casablanca for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Accra or Casablanca?

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

If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Casablanca, 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.

Where Should I go: Accra or Casablanca?

Accra

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.

Casablanca

Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Safaris in Ghana, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.


Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Accra?

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 Casablanca is $71. 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 Casablanca in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Accra $20
    Casablanca $42
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Accra $40
    Casablanca $84
Compare Hotels in Accra and Casablanca

Looking for a hotel in Accra or Casablanca? 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 Accra


Hotels in Casablanca


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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: Accra Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Accra $17
    Casablanca $11

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:

  • Arrival Transfer From Accra Airport To Hotel: $100
  • Private Transfer from Kotoka Airport Accra Ghana (ACC) to Accra city: $110
  • Historic Slave Walking Tour of Jamestown with Transfers: $127

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:


  • Train from Airport (for 2)
    $6.96
  • Taxi Ride
    $7.96

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:

  • Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $16
  • Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer : $19
  • Casablanca Private Transfer from Hotel Accommodation To Airport : $19
  • Private transfer: from Casablanca to the airport: $21
  • Casablanca to Casablanca Cruise Port - Departure Private Transfer: $21
  • Casablanca Cruise Port to Casablanca hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
  • Casablanca Port to Mohammed V Airport (CMN) - Departure Private Transfer: $21
  • Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Casablanca Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
  • Private Transfer from Casablanca Cruise Port to Casablanca hotels: $21
  • Casablanca Cruise Transfer or Airport Transfer Service: $22
  • private transfer from casablanca airport to casablanca city: $28
  • Private Airport Transfer To Casablanca And Cities: $30

Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Casablanca?

Prices for flights to both Casablanca 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.





Food
  • Food Meals for one day
    Accra $9.78
    Casablanca $19

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra

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

  • Private Ghanaian Cuisine Cooking Class: $40
  • Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
  • Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
  • Private Crescendo Foods Cooking Class Experience in Accra: $116
  • Quad Biking, Landmark Tours and Dinner in Aburi: $205
  • Food Tour in Accra: $275

Typical Food Prices in Casablanca

Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:


  • Breakfast
    $2.98
  • Lunch
    $8.95
  • Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)
    $32

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca

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

  • Flavors of Morocco Food Tour in Casablanca: $50
  • Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
  • Old local Market visit+Moroccan cooking class with a local family: $59
  • Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $65
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour: $105
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $107
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Hotel Transfers: $140
  • Casablanca Food Tour - Marché Central & Seafood Lunch: $140
  • Private Moroccan Cooking Class with a Casablanca Local Chamsi: $146
  • Casablanca Food Tour: $150
  • Experience Moroccan Cuisine - Private Market Tour & Cooking Class with Transfers: $190
  • Private Market Tour and Cooking Class with a Casablanca Local with Transfers: $200

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Accra $3.50
    Casablanca $8.88

Tours and Activities in Accra

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

  • 1 Day Accra City Tour: $71
  • Accra City Tour Experience: $75
  • Experience the Beauty, History and the Culture Of Accra in a Day: $80
  • Accra Detailed City Tour: $80
  • The Agbogbloshie (Accra E-waste and Recycling experience) Private Tour: $85
  • Private City Tour in Accra with Hotel Pickup and Lunch : $90
  • Walking Tours In Cape Coast And Elmina: $92
  • Accra city tour: $95
  • Kantamanto Market Experience-Private Tour: $95
  • Accra City Experience Tour: $100
  • Know Ghana in 4 hrs - Accra City Tour: $100
  • Accra E-waste and Recycling experience in Agbogbloshie: $100

Tours and Activities in Casablanca

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

  • Skip the line Hassan II mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $15
  • Casablanca Instant Access Entry Tickets to Hassan II Mosque : $20
  • Visit to the Hassan2 mosque, ticket included, skip the line: $25
  • Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Entrance Ticket: $34
  • Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II mosque ticket: $39
  • 2-Hour Casablanca Walking Tour : $39
  • Casablanca city tour, mosque fees included, Skipper the line: $40
  • Tangier's Hidden Gems: 4-Hour Private Walking Tour: $43
  • Casablanca Guided Private Tour Including Mosque Entrance: $45
  • Casablanca City Tour: $49
  • Casablanca Tour with Hassan II mosque entry: $50
  • Casablanca Private Tour including Hassan II Mosque: $50

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Accra $5.02
    Casablanca -


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca 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 Casablanca Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Accra or Casablanca?

Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 60% larger than the population of Accra. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Casablanca, 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 Accra or Casablanca?

Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.

Should I visit Accra or Casablanca in the Summer?

Both Casablanca and Accra are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Accra throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Casablanca because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In July, Accra usually receives more rain than Casablanca. Accra gets 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.

Accra is around the same temperature as Casablanca in the summer. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 25°C (77°F) in July, and Casablanca fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Accra 25°C (77°F) 
    Casablanca 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Accra or Casablanca in the Autumn?

Both Casablanca and Accra during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Accra because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Casablanca year-round.

Accra usually gets more rain in October than Casablanca. Accra gets 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

In the autumn, Accra is a little warmer than Casablanca. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Accra in October average around 26°C (79°F), and Casablanca averages at about 20°C (67°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Accra 26°C (79°F) 
    Casablanca 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Accra or Casablanca in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Accra and Casablanca. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Accra year-round. Casablanca attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In January, Accra usually receives less rain than Casablanca. Accra gets 18 mm (0.7 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 62 mm (2.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.

In January, Accra is generally much warmer than Casablanca. Daily temperatures in Accra average around 27°C (81°F), and Casablanca fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Accra 27°C (81°F) 
    Casablanca 13°C (55°F)

Should I visit Accra or Casablanca in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Accra as well as Casablanca. Accra attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Casablanca throughout the year.

Accra receives a lot of rain in the spring. Accra usually gets more rain in April than Casablanca. Accra gets 117 mm (4.6 in) of rain, while Casablanca receives 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain this time of the year.

Accra is much warmer than Casablanca in the spring. The daily temperature in Accra averages around 28°C (82°F) in April, and Casablanca fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Accra 28°C (82°F) 
    Casablanca 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Casablanca and Accra

Accra Casablanca
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 27°C (81°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.5 in)
Feb 28°C (82°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 14°C (57°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Mar 28°C (82°F) 70 mm (2.8 in) 15°C (58°F) 51 mm (2 in)
Apr 28°C (82°F) 117 mm (4.6 in) 16°C (60°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
May 27°C (81°F) 120 mm (4.7 in) 18°C (64°F) 19 mm (0.7 in)
Jun 26°C (79°F) 281 mm (11.1 in) 21°C (69°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Jul 25°C (77°F) 86 mm (3.4 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 24°C (75°F) 29 mm (1.1 in) 23°C (74°F) 0 mm (0 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 73 mm (2.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
Oct 26°C (79°F) 49 mm (1.9 in) 20°C (67°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Nov 27°C (81°F) 31 mm (1.2 in) 16°C (62°F) 72 mm (2.9 in)
Dec 27°C (81°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 14°C (57°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)


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