Which place is cheaper, Quito or Accra?
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 Accra or Quito?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Accra or Quito, 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 Quito?
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.
Quito
Nestled between two mountain ranges lies the world's highest capital city, Quito, Ecuador. For history lovers, Quito is a very desirable destination as it's home to the Quito Historic Center – one of the largest and best-preserved historic centers in the Americas.
Even though Quito is full of people – in fact, it's the second most populous city in the country – very few of its inhabitants speak English. Luckily, however, the citizens of Quito tend to speak a slower and more clear Spanish than surrounding areas. This is the perfect place to practice what you read in your Intro to Spanish book.
Before visiting Quito, there are a few things to keep in mind. First, give yourself a few days to grow accustomed to the elevation. Staying 9,350 feet above sea level takes some getting used to. Second, don't be fooled into thinking that just because you're visiting a town on the equator that you'll need all your summer clothes. Because of the city's elevation, the area keeps a relatively cool climate year round.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best 10-Day Tours in Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ghana, The Best Adventure Tours to Ecuador, and The Best Eco Tours in Ecuador.
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Accra Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAccra $48Quito $66
The average daily cost (per person) in Accra is $48, while the average daily cost in Quito is $66. 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 Quito in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAccra $20Quito $22
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAccra $40Quito $44
Compare Hotels in Accra and Quito
Looking for a hotel in Accra or Quito? 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: Accra Hotel Prices and Quito Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Accra $18Quito $6.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Accra
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Accra:
- Accra Airport Hotel City Transfers: $58
- Accra Airport to Hotel Transfer: $50
- Accra Hotel to Airport Transfer: $85
- City Highlights Half-day Guided Tour with Transfers: $59
- City Highlights, Culture, History Tour with Transfers: $150
- Private Transfer in and out of Accra: $145
- Airport & City Transfers: $100
- Kotoka Airport Private Transfer within Accra City: $50
- Private Accra City Tour with Free Airport Transfer: $100
- Private Airport Transfer to from ACC Kotoka by Business Car: $60
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Quito
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Quito:
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Taxi from Bus Terminal to Hotel$10
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Quito
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Quito:
- Private Transfer from or to Quito Airport (one way): $18
- Private Departure Transfer from Quito to the Airport - One Way: $21
- Quito Airport (UIO) to Quito hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $23
- Transfer from or to Airport Mariscal Sucre (one way): $23
- Unique Quito Transfer Mariscal Sucre Airport to Hotel: $27
- Quito airport private transfer IN or OUT: $28
- Quito PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport: $28
- Private Transfer from Quito Airport : $30
- Private Transfer from/to Airport: $35
- Top Quito Airport & Hotel Transfers: $35
- Quito PRIVATE Departure Transfer from Hotels to the Airport: $36
- Private Transfer from the Airport to the city: $38
Is it cheaper to fly into Accra or Quito?
Prices for flights to both Quito 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
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Food Meals for one dayAccra $18Quito $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Accra
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Accra.
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Lessons and Take Out Services.: $25
- Local Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra to help support wellness community center: $45
- Accra Street Food Tour: Osu Night Market Tour Experience: $46
- Culinary for Social Change-Cooking Class : $60
- Accra Street Food Tour: Makola Market Tour With Full Lunch: $73
- Cooking Class: $75
- Home Cooking Class by Auntie K: $89
- Nighttime Food Tour with Local Guide: $90
- Authentic Ghanaian Cooking Class in Accra: $100
- Private 1 to 2 Hours Street Food Tour in Ghana: $100
- Hands-On Cooking Class With Local Food Tours and Market Tours : $116
- Flavors of Ghana: Food Tour Experience.: $135
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Quito
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Quito.
- Old Town Highlights & Food Tour: $29
- Food Tour in quaint old town with tastings and lunch: $55
- Quito Cooking Class Shared Experience: $59
- Ecuador Food Tour: $69
- Cooking Class in Quito with Chef, Market Tour and Transportation: $88
- Cooking Class with Chef, Market Tour & Transportation: $88
- Cooking Class with a chef and local market including hotel pickup: $89
- Ecuadorian Cooking Class with a chef and Local Market: $89
- Quito historical, markets and street food tour : $120
- Ecuadorian Cooking Classes Rooftop (English): $120
- Ecuadorian Cooking Classes in Quito at the Terrace: $120
- Premium Cooking Class Quito Tour: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Accra $3.65Quito $16
Tours and Activities in Accra
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Accra are as follows:
- Ghanaian Food Tasting Experience with Music and Drinks: $41
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $41
- Makola Market Walking Tour: $58
- Accra Guided City Tour Experience: $60
- Accra Guided City Tour Experience: $63
- Kwame Nkrumah Museum, Independence Square & More Tour: $70
- Accra Central: Street Food Walking Tour with Akosua Serwaa: $72
- Walking Tour of Accra: $75
- Accra City Tour Experience: $80
- Experience the History and the Culture Of Accra: $80
- City Tour with a Local Guide: $80
- Malabu Guided Tour: $80
Typical Entertainment Prices in Quito
Here are a few typical costs in Quito for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entrance to Guyasimine Museum for Two$8.00
Tours and Activities in Quito
Here are a few actual costs in Quito for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Middle of the World shuttle Tour: $14
- Night Tour in Quito with free time at Old Town: $15
- 2.5-Hour City Bus Tour: $15
- Half the World and Quito Colonial Tour: $15
- Quito Walking Experience Tour with Activities: $25
- Old Town Walking Tour with Basilica Church Visit: $30
- Quito : Must-see Sites Walking Tour With A Guide: $31
- Gastronomic and Cultural Walking Tour of Quito with Tastings: $32
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $34
- Quito : Private Custom Walking Tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $34
- Mitad del Mundo daily tour with 3 stops and local guide: $35
- Chocolate Tour, Historic Center and El Panecillo: $35
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAccra $5.24Quito $17
Typical Alcohol Prices in Quito
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Quito from other travelers:
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Beers for Two$9.00
Sample the Local Flavors in Quito
Also in Quito, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Half-day tour to high altitude vineyards and wine tasting: $45
- Ecuador Spirit Craft Brewery Tasting and Latitude 0 Private Tour: $130
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Accra and Quito, we can see that Quito is more expensive. And not only is Accra much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Accra is in Africa and Quito is in South 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 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 Quito would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Quito 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 Quito Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Accra or Quito?
Accra has a larger population, and is about 40% larger than the population of Quito. When comparing the sizes of Accra and Quito, 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.