Which place is cheaper, Glasgow or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Glasgow?
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 Glasgow can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Glasgow?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Glasgow
Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland with a population of about 600,000 and more than 2 million in the surrounding areas. It is located on the edge of River Clyde and has long been acclaimed as Scotland's main industrial city. It remains a major economic center for the United Kingdom outside of London. In recent years it has also been awarded the European titles as both the City of Culture as well as the City of Architecture and Design.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours from Edinburgh, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to United Kingdom.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $16Glasgow $181
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $16, while the average daily cost in Glasgow is $181. 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 Glasgow in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.92Glasgow $93
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Glasgow $186
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Glasgow
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Glasgow? 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 Glasgow Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.46Glasgow $34
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:
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $253
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $244
- Private Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria To Cairo: $130
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo/Giza Hotels or Cairo./Giza to Alexandr: $65
- Private Transfer around El Nouzha Airport (ALY) in Alexandria: $63
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $22
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Glasgow
Also for Glasgow, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport and Glasgow Centre Private Transfer to Oban: $314
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Business Car: $93
- Departure Private Transfer Glasgow City to Glasgow GLA Airport by Luxury Car: $139
- Departure Private Transfers: Glasgow City to Glasgow Airport GLA in Business Car: $98
- Executive transfer Glasgow/Edinburgh: $276
- From Private Day Trip to Edinburgh with Transfers: $840
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Edinburgh: $214
- Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Glenshee Ski Resort - Arrival Transfer: $104
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow Airport GLA to Glasgow City in Luxury Van: $145
- Glasgow Airport Transfer: Glasgow City to Glasgow Airport GLA in Luxury Van: $145
- Glasgow Airport to Lecht Ski Resort - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $154
- Glasgow Private Transfer from Glasgow Airport to City centre: $65
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Glasgow?
Prices for flights to both Glasgow 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 $6.39Glasgow $56
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
Typical Food Prices in Glasgow
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Glasgow:
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Dessert at Farmer's Market$2.26
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Glasgow Walking Food Tour with EatWalk Tours: $146
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.46Glasgow $28
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: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour in Alexandria: $95
- 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
- Alexandria By Night Private Free Walking Tours & Horse Carriage Ride: $60
Typical Entertainment Prices in Glasgow
For Glasgow, here are some examples of average entertainment and activity prices from previous travelers:
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Luss Highland Games Entrance Fee (for 2)$15
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Two Bike Rental$43
Tours and Activities in Glasgow
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Glasgow.
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.23
- Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour: $4.31
- City Exploration Game and Tour on your Phone: $6.45
- Glasgow Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.55
- Uncover Historic In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Discover Glasgow's Imperial Legacy: In-App Audio Tour: $11
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- City Center Guided Walking Tour: $15
- Glasgow City Centre Daily Walking Tour: 10:30am, 2pm & 5pm: $15
- Private Historical Walking Tour: $16
- Street Art Guided Walking Tour: $18
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.33Glasgow $19
Typical Alcohol Prices in Glasgow
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Glasgow:
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Bottle of Wine$15
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Ciders at Kilted Skirlie$4.39
Sample the Local Flavors in Glasgow
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Glasgow:
- Clydeside Distillery Tour and Whisky Tasting: $23
- Tennent’s Brewery Guided Tour and Free Pint: $24
- Secrets & Summer Serves at Glengoyne Distillery: $25
- Glengoyne Distillery Tour with Whisky & Chocolate: $44
- Glasgow Bar Maid-led Pub Crawl for Special Events: $44
- Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond Walk & Whisky Distillery Tour from Glasgow : $70
- Sample Fine & Rare Whiskies at Glengoyne Distillery: $75
- The Malt Master Experience at Glengoyne Distillery: $125
- Scottish Whisky Distillery Tour: $187
- Guided Electric Bike Tour with a Distillery Visit: $188
- Pints & Past: Glasgow Pub Tour: $459
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Glasgow, we can see that Glasgow 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 Glasgow 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 Glasgow would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Glasgow 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 Glasgow Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Glasgow?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 6 times larger than the population of Glasgow. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Glasgow, 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 Glasgow?
Glasgow 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 Glasgow in the Summer?
Both Glasgow and Alexandria during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Glasgow for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Alexandria is much warmer than Glasgow in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Glasgow fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Glasgow. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Glasgow 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Glasgow in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Glasgow. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Also, many visitors come to Glasgow in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
In the autumn, Alexandria is much warmer than Glasgow. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Glasgow averages at about 10°C (49°F).
Glasgow receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 163 mm (6.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Glasgow 10°C (49°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Glasgow in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Glasgow. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Glasgow for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Glasgow can be very cold during winter. In January, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Glasgow. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Glasgow fluctuates around 3°C (38°F).
It's quite rainy in Glasgow. Alexandria usually gets less rain in January than Glasgow. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Glasgow 3°C (38°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Glasgow in the Spring?
Both Glasgow and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Glasgow because of the activities around the city.
Alexandria is much warmer than Glasgow in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Glasgow fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Glasgow. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Glasgow receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Glasgow 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Glasgow and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 111 mm (4.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 136 mm (5.4 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 93 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 132 mm (5.2 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 150 mm (5.9 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (49°F) | 163 mm (6.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 151 mm (5.9 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 164 mm (6.5 in) |
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