Which place is cheaper, Avignon or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Avignon?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Alexandria and Avignon can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Avignon?
Alexandria
There are few cities in the world with a history as rich, deep, tragic and fascinating than Alexandria, Egypt. Founded by Alexander the Great in 331 BC, Egypt's second largest city has seen the most extreme ups and extreme downs. The city watched the beautiful and iconic Alexandria Lighthouse crumble to the ground after several natural disasters. The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground. These structures may be physically gone, but the history remains. Alexandria is a city with an ancient allure that draws in visitors from all over the world. Alexandria is a survivor city ready for a comeback.
Avignon
Avignon is a beautiful medieval walled city southeast of Paris. Often referred to as the City of Popes due to the large number of popes who have resided there over the years, Avignon boasts a wonderful history of art and culture. Located on the leafy banks of the Rhone, it is probably best-known these days for the children's song - Sur le pont d'Avignon. But for several decades in the 14th century it was the capital of Christendom, after Pope Clement V moved his court here to avoid the chaos in Rome. The legacy of that papal schism can be seen today in the city's Unesco-protected architecture, including the vast Palais des Papes. And nearby Chateauneuf-du-Pape, site of a now-ruined castle built by a later pope, still produces acclaimed red wines. The city's intact ramparts and pedestrianized center lend Avignon a small-town, medieval feel. Yet each summer, the city goes totally 21st century, as thousands of visitors descend for a contemporary performing arts extravaganza, the Festival d'Avignon. History surrounds you, sharing its secrets as you roam Avignon's quiet, shaded, cobblestone streets. Decorated with gorgeous fountains, avenues and squares, although Avignon is quite a big township, you'll see that this beautiful walled city still maintains its small town charm.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $17Avignon $751
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $17, while the average daily cost in Avignon is $751. 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 Alexandria and Avignon in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.99Avignon $694
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Avignon $1,388
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Avignon
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Avignon? 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: Alexandria Hotel Prices and Avignon Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.49Avignon $22
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:
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Taxi to Train Station$0.08
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $243
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo/Giza Hotels or Cairo./Giza to Alexandr: $65
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $71
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $26
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $251
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Avignon
Also for Avignon, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Arrival Priate Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Van: $132
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Business Car: $91
- Arrival Private Transfer Avignon Airport AVN to Avignon City by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Business Car: $91
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Minibus: $241
- Departure Private Transfer Avignon City to Avignon Airport AVN by Luxury Van: $132
- Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) to Avignon - Round-Trip Transfer: $233
- Private Departure Transfer from Avignon to Marseille Airport MRS: $117
- Private transfer Marseille - Avignon: $428
- Transfer Avignon to Vaison la Romaine and surroundings: $164
- Transfer Vaison la Romaine and surroundings to Avignon: $164
- Transfert Avignon Marseille : $273
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Avignon?
Prices for flights to both Avignon and Alexandria 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 dayAlexandria $6.46Avignon $36
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $35
- Alexandria Food Tour: $50
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Avignon
For Avignon, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Avignon Food Tour - Do Eat Better Experience : $98
- Cooking workshop with an exceptional chef in Avignon: $207
- Cooking lessons: $213
- Cooking Class and Lunch with a Local Chef: $403
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.50Avignon $16
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Day Tour to Alamein and Alexandria: $169
- National Museum and Egyptian museum Private Tour in Egypt: $258
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $16
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $174
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $78
- 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
- 8 Days Ultra Luxury Cairo, Alexandria & Nile cruise: $4,190
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $117
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $135
Tours and Activities in Avignon
For Avignon, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Glanum Archaeological Site Entrance Ticket: $9.82
- Avignon Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $9.84
- Ticket for the Gourmet Journey at Maison Brotte: $17
- All About Avignon Tour: $21
- Around The Palace Tour: $31
- La Noctambule du Pape Night Tour: $37
- Chocolate and Wine Pairing Experience in Châteauneuf-du-Pape: $44
- A Tour in Provence in a typical French motorized bike : the Solex: $46
- Half-Day Tour from St Rémy-de-Provence by Electric Bike with Carrière de Lumiere: $49
- City Walking Tour with Popes Palace Entry: $74
- Avignon Walking Tour including Pope's Palace: $75
- Lavender Beauty Small Group Half Day Tour from Avignon: $76
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Avignon $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Avignon
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Avignon:
- Wine tasting in Sablet: $3.26
- THE CUBE: Private Tour Of Semi-Gravity Cubist Cellar with Wine Tasting: $11
- Provence and Wine Tasting by E-Bike from Saint-Rémy-de-Provence: $65
- E-bike tour and wine tasting from Vaison la Romaine: $65
- Half-Day Provence Pont du Gard and Wine Tasting Tour from Avignon: $87
- From Morning Wine Tour to Châteauneuf du Pape: $95
- Morning Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $97
- From Afternoon Wine Tour Châteauneuf du Pape: $102
- Afternoon Wine Tour to Chateauneuf du Pape from Avignon: $104
- Roman heritages and Chateauneuf du Pape Wine Tour from Avignon: $131
- Chateauneuf-du-Pape Prestige Wine Tour from Avignon: $152
- 8 Hours Private Wine Tour in Châteauneuf du Pape: $164
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Avignon, we can see that Avignon is more expensive. And not only is Alexandria much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Alexandria is in Africa and Avignon is in Europe, 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 Alexandria would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Alexandria 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 Avignon would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Avignon than you might in Alexandria.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Alexandria Expensive? and Is Avignon Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Avignon?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 40 times larger than the population of Avignon. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Avignon, 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 Alexandria or Avignon?
Avignon has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Alexandria experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Alexandria or Avignon in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Avignon. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Avignon for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Alexandria is around the same temperature as Avignon in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Avignon fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Avignon. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Avignon 24°C (75°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Avignon in the Autumn?
Both Avignon and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Avignon because of the shopping scene and the small town atmosphere.
In the autumn, Alexandria is a little warmer than Avignon. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Avignon averages at about 16°C (61°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Avignon. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Avignon. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Avignon 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Avignon in the Winter?
Both Avignon and Alexandria during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Avignon this time of year.
In January, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Avignon. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Avignon fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in January than Avignon. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Avignon 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Avignon in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Avignon. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Also, many travelers come to Avignon for the small town charm.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Avignon in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Avignon fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Avignon. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Avignon receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Avignon 13°C (56°F)
Typical Weather for Avignon and Alexandria
| Alexandria | Avignon | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
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