A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Alexandria vs. Dublin for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Alexandria or Dublin?

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 Dublin can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Alexandria or Dublin?

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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.

Dublin

Dublin is the vibrant and fun capital city of Ireland and home to over a third of the country's population. There are almost 2 million people in the metropolitan area. It's also the most common entry point into the country for visitors. Once you arrive, its a good idea to head over to the main tourist office in St. Andrew's Church off Grafton Street. They can give you maps and information to make sure your trip is efficient and fun. Many people enjoy seeing what remains of the Georgian architecture throughout the city. Much of the city is also modernist in style with many blocks made up of offices.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Walking Tours in Ireland, and The Best Luxury Tours to Ireland.


Which place is cheaper, Dublin or Alexandria?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $20, while the average daily cost in Dublin is $188. 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 Dublin in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Alexandria $7.55
    Dublin $71
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Alexandria $15
    Dublin $142
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Dublin

Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Dublin? 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 Alexandria


Hotels in Dublin


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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 Dublin Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Alexandria $2.35
    Dublin $20
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Alexandria

Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Alexandria:


  • Taxi to Train Station
    $0.08

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alexandria

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alexandria:

  • Alexandria to Alexandria Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $76
  • Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
  • From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $76
  • Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $8.00
  • Private Transfer From Alexandria City To Cairo Airport: $80
  • Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $51
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $76
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria City hotels to Alexandria Port : $38
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Cruise Port to Cairo City Hotels: $202
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $202
  • Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Dublin

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


  • Rental Car for a Day
    $16

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Dublin

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Dublin:

  • 1 to 8 People Private Transfer from Dublin Airport to City Centre: $80
  • Arrival Private Transfer by Business Car from Dublin airport DUB to Dublin: $89
  • Arrival Transfer Dublin Airport to Dublin City by Van or Minibus: $113
  • Arrival Transfer: Dublin Airport DUB to Dublin in Business Car: $101
  • Belfast: Dublin Coach Transfer: $17
  • Chauffeur Luxury Driver Private Transfer: $139
  • Child Friendly | Dublin Airport Transfer: $166
  • Collon House & Garden To Dublin Airport Or City Private Chauffeur Transfer : $292
  • Departure Transfer: Dublin to Dublin Airport DUB in Luxury Van: $109
  • Dublin Airport Or Dublin City To Clonabreany House Private Chauffeur Transfer: $292
  • Dublin Airport Or Dublin City To Loughcrew Gardens Private Chauffeur Transfer: $292
  • Dublin Airport Or Dublin City To Rathsallagh Housе Private Chauffeur Transfer: $292

Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Dublin?

Prices for flights to both Dublin 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Alexandria $11
    Dublin $89

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: $20
  • Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt : $20
  • Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
  • Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria : $45
  • From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94

Typical Food Prices in Dublin

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Dublin:


  • Lunch Lynam's Pub
    $4.13

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Dublin

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

  • Street Food Tour with Local Guide: $29
  • Dublin Irish House Party Live Show, Dinner Option Available: $32
  • NO DIET CLUB - Best Food Tour in Dublin !: $63
  • Belvedere Irish Night Show, Dance and Traditional 3-Course Dinner: $63
  • Grand Canal Cruise with Dinner: $73
  • Ultimate Dublin Food Tour: $83
  • Delicious Walking Food Tour: $84
  • Private Cooking Class in a Modern Home with Sea Views in Skerries, Dublin: $84
  • Devour Dublin Traditional Authentic & Fusion Food Tour: $84
  • Skip the Line: Irish Night Show Including 4-Course Dinner Ticket: $91
  • Dublin Walking Food Tour With Secret Food Tours: $112
  • Dublin Food Tour with a Local Foodie, Personalized & Private : $210

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Alexandria $3.30
    Dublin $26

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: $1.50
  • Skip The Line Bibliotheca Alexandria Entry Ticket: $4.27
  • Skip the Line Tickets for The Roman Theater in Alexandria: $6.09
  • Skip the Line Tickets for The Catacomb of Kom eL Shoqafa: $6.09
  • Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $16
  • half Day tour to Bibliotheca Alexandrina (Library of Alexandria): $17
  • Day Tour National Museum & Roman Theater & Catacomb In Alexandria: $27
  • Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $30
  • Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
  • Private Day Tour to Alexandria From Alexandria: $32
  • Archeological Day Tour: $35
  • Guided City Walking Tour: $35

Typical Entertainment Prices in Dublin

Here are a few typical costs in Dublin for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Wild Wicklow Tour
    $27
  • Guinness Brewery for Two
    $28
  • St Pauls Cathedral
    $4.71
  • Dublin Writer's Museum
    $6.59

Tours and Activities in Dublin

Here are a few actual costs in Dublin for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Temple Bar Self-Guided Must-See Highlights Tour: $7.24
  • Turtle Bunbury's A Self-Guided Audio Tour from a Celebrated Author: $7.99
  • City Highlights Self-guided Walking Tour: $8.29
  • Dublin Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone: $8.54
  • The Mystical Hill of Tara: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $9.99
  • Christ Church Cathedral Entrance Ticket & Self-Guided Tour: $10
  • Alien Invasion in Dublin Exploration Game and Tour: $11
  • Self Guided Tour of Dublin’s Breweries and Back Alleys: $12
  • A Self Guided Walking Tour of Dublin's Docklands: $12
  • A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Dublin's Temple Bar: $12
  • Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: Dublin Adventure: $12
  • Dublin Temple Bar Night Tour: $13

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Alexandria $1.27
    Dublin $18

Sample the Local Flavors in Dublin

Also in Dublin, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:

  • Generation Pub Crawl: $15
  • Exclusive Brewery Tour and Tasting at Kildare Brewing Co, Sallins: $17
  • Dublin Literary Pub Crawl: $20
  • Teeling Whiskey Distillery Tour & Tasting: $21
  • The Dublin Liberties Distillery: Tour with Whiskey Tasting: $21
  • Dublin Teeling Whiskey Distillery Guided Tour and Tasting 1 Hour: $21
  • The Dublin Liberties Distillery - Guided Tour and Whiskey Tasting: $21
  • The Black Experience Pub Tour: $21
  • Authentic Brewery Tour: $22
  • Pearse Lyons Whiskey Distillery Experience: $23
  • Traditional Irish Musical Pub Crawl: $24
  • City Pub Crawl Experience: $26


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


Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Dublin?

Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 4 times larger than the population of Dublin. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Dublin, 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 Dublin?

Dublin 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 Dublin in the Summer?

Both Dublin and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Dublin for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Dublin. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Dublin fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).

In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Dublin. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Dublin receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Alexandria 26°C (79°F) 
    Dublin 16°C (60°F)

Should I visit Alexandria or Dublin in the Autumn?

Both Dublin and Alexandria during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, many visitors come to Dublin in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.

Alexandria is much warmer than Dublin in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Dublin fluctuates around 11°C (52°F).

Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Dublin. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Dublin receives 70 mm (2.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Alexandria 22°C (72°F) 
    Dublin 11°C (52°F)

Should I visit Alexandria or Dublin in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Dublin. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Furthermore, most visitors come to Dublin for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.

In the winter, Alexandria is much warmer than Dublin. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Dublin averages at about 6°C (42°F).

In January, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Dublin. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Dublin receives 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Alexandria 13°C (55°F) 
    Dublin 6°C (42°F)

Should I visit Alexandria or Dublin in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Dublin. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the spring months attract visitors to Dublin because of the activities around the city.

In April, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Dublin. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Dublin fluctuates around 8°C (47°F).

Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Dublin. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Dublin receives 51 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Alexandria 19°C (66°F) 
    Dublin 8°C (47°F)

Typical Weather for Dublin and Alexandria

Alexandria Dublin
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in) 6°C (42°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 6°C (42°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 7°C (44°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 8°C (47°F) 51 mm (2 in)
May 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (57°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 16°C (60°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 15°C (60°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 14°C (56°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 11°C (52°F) 70 mm (2.7 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 8°C (46°F) 65 mm (2.5 in)
Dec 14°C (57°F) 50 mm (2 in) 6°C (44°F) 76 mm (3 in)