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

Should you visit Alexandria or Guatemala City?

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 Guatemala City can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Alexandria or Guatemala City?

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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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

Guatemala City

Referred to by the locals as "Guate," Guatemala City is the largest and most modern city in Guatemala, as well as its capital. While the atmosphere of the place is big, dirty, and dangerous with city fumes and skyscrapers, it is the hub of the country. It is the place where travelers first step foot into Guatemala and, though it is a place of modern chaos, it does have some of the best galleries and museums as well as a selection of bars, cafes, and restaurants.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Guatemala City, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Guatemala.


Which place is cheaper, Guatemala City or Alexandria?

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

  • Alexandria Prices
    Egypt Prices
    Guatemala City Prices
    Guatemala Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Alexandria $20
    Guatemala City $55

The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $20, while the average daily cost in Guatemala City is $55. 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 Guatemala City in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Alexandria $7.55
    Guatemala City $24
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Alexandria $15
    Guatemala City $48
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Guatemala City

Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Guatemala City? 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 Guatemala City


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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 Guatemala City Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Alexandria $2.35
    Guatemala City $6.19
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:

  • Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $8.00
  • Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria City hotels to Alexandria Port : $38
  • Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
  • Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $51
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $76
  • Alexandria to Alexandria Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $76
  • Private Transfer From Alexandria City To Cairo Airport: $80
  • From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $83
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $202
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Cruise Port to Cairo City Hotels: $202

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Guatemala City

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Guatemala City:

  • Antigua: One way shared transfer to Guatemala City: $24
  • From Guatemala City One way shared transfer to Semuc Champey: $49
  • From One way shared transfer to El Paredon: $59
  • Guatemala Airport Roundtrip Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $56
  • One way Shared Transfer to Antigua: $24
  • One way private transfer to Antigua: $64
  • La Aurora Airport (GUA): One-Way Private Transfer to Antigua: $25
  • Private Airport Transfer La Aurora airport to Guatemala: $23
  • Private Airport Transfer from Guatemala to La Aurora airport: $23
  • Private Airport Transfer to Antigua Guatemala: $25
  • Private Ground Transfer Airport - Antigua Guatemala: $25
  • Private Ground Transfer Airport to Antigua Guatemala: $68

Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Guatemala City?

Prices for flights to both Guatemala City 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
    Guatemala City $27

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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Guatemala City

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

  • Cooking and class with Private Guatemalan Chef : $25
  • Cooking class/Pepian Workshop: $35
  • Antigua: Authentic Guatemalan Cooking Class: $90
  • Small-Group Cooking Class in Antigua from Guatemala City: $120
  • Pacaya Volcano Vistas + Enjoy Pizza Cooked Under Volcanic Heat: $180
  • Antigua Market, Cooking Class and Choco Museum from Guatemala City: $188

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Alexandria $3.30
    Guatemala City $1.21

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 Catacomb of Kom eL Shoqafa: $6.09
  • Skip the Line Tickets for The Roman Theater in Alexandria: $6.09
  • From Cairo: Alexandria Like a Local True Authentic Tour: $9.99
  • 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
  • Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35

Tours and Activities in Guatemala City

Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Guatemala City are as follows:

  • Half Day Antigua Guatemala Tour: $17
  • Half Day Guatemala City Tour: $27
  • 2-Hour Culture and Historical Tour From Guatemala: $29
  • Half-Day Guatemala City Explorer Tour: $34
  • Walking Tour: $35
  • Graffiti Walking Tour in 4 Grados Norte Guatemala City : $35
  • Guatemala city walking tour on afternoon 14.00, 2 persons and up: $39
  • UNESCO JEWELS: Antigua Half Day Tour from Guatemala City: $49
  • Half Day Experience in Antigua Guatemala: $50
  • El mejor Tour Ciudad De Guatemala (el Mas Completo): $55
  • Antigua Guatemala Full Day Tour: $58
  • Half-Day Guatemala City Tour : $60

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Alexandria $1.27
    Guatemala City $6.86

Sample the Local Flavors in Guatemala City

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

  • Guatemala City Legends Tour + Craft Beers at El Cadejo Brewery: $80


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


Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Guatemala City?

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