Which place is cheaper, Brasilia or Alexandria?
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 Alexandria or Brasilia?
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 Brasilia can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Brasilia?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Brasilia
The capital city of Brazil, Brasilia is a uniquely-planned city that was constructed in four years from 1956-1960 in the shape of a large bird or airplane. Renowned for its modern architecture, the city listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO and attracts architecture aficionados worldwide.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Eco Tours in Brazil, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Brazil.
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Alexandria Prices
Egypt PricesBrasilia Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $20Brasilia $98
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $20, while the average daily cost in Brasilia is $98. 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 Brasilia in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.67Brasilia $32
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $15Brasilia $64
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Brasilia
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Brasilia? 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 Brasilia Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.39Brasilia $20
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:
- Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria - Arrival Private Transfer: $35
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $29
- Alexandria Airport Departure Transfer: $25
- Alexandria Airport Transfer (HBE) Borg El Arab: $14
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $92
- Pickup Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Alexandria Hotel: $50
- Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $8.00
- Private Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria To Cairo: $130
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private Transfer From Alexandria To Cairo : $170
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $56
- Private Transfer from Alexandria City hotels to Alexandria Port : $42
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Brasilia?
Prices for flights to both Brasilia 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 $11Brasilia $51
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt : $20
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $60
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.35Brasilia $18
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alexandria day tour.The catacomb, pompy's pillar,the citedal: $5.00
- Alexandria Free Walking Tour Discover the Hidden Gems: $5.00
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $16
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city : $20
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $30
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride : $35
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Exclusive Tour Alexandria, It's newly opened Greek & Roman Museum: $35
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
- Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture: $37
- Alexandria Library Exclusive Guided Walking Tour: $40
Tours and Activities in Brasilia
Here are a few actual costs in Brasilia for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Brasilia : Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $64
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.29Brasilia $13
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Brasilia, we can see that Brasilia 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 Brasilia 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 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 Brasilia would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Brasilia 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 Brasilia Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Brasilia?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 73% larger than the population of Brasilia. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Brasilia, 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.