Which place is cheaper, Kaunas 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 Kaunas?
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 Kaunas can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Kaunas?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Kaunas
Kaunas is the second biggest city in Lithuania, located at the country's center. It is a city of medieval history as well as modern entertainment with castle ruins, churches, and cathedrals, as well as galleries, museums, theatres, and outdoor recreation.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Tours for Seniors to Lithuania, and The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Vilnius.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $27Kaunas $135
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $27, while the average daily cost in Kaunas is $135. 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 Kaunas in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $9.86Kaunas $49
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $20Kaunas $98
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Kaunas
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Kaunas? 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 Kaunas Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.65Kaunas $17
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 Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $21
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $42
- Private Transfer from Alexandria City hotels to Alexandria Port: $42
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo Airport: $50
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $56
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to Marsa Matrouh: $69
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $71
- Airport Transfer from Alexandria to Marsa Matrouh: $74
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $80
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Kaunas
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Kaunas:
- CO2-Offset Departure Transfer Kaunas City to Kaunas Airport KUN: $70
- CO2-Offset Private Transfer from Kaunas to Kaunas Airport KUN: $61
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Kaunas?
Prices for flights to both Kaunas 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 $14Kaunas $67
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
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria: $56
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
- GEM and Pyramids Tour with Cruise Dinner From Alexandria Port: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.09Kaunas $21
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $19
- Discover Alexandria Walking Tour: $20
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city: $20
- Half Day Tour to Bibliotheca Alexandrina: $22
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $35
- Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride: $35
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $40
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
- Grand Egyptian museum, GEM Tour with a Licensed Private Guide: $40
- Alexandria Library Exclusive Guided Walking Tour: $45
- Walking Tour in Alexandria from Alexandria Hotels: $45
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $45
Tours and Activities in Kaunas
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Kaunas are as follows:
- Best of A Modernism and Medieval History Self Guided tour: $15
- Immersive VR Cultural Experience in Kaunas: $23
- Self-Guided Secrets of Kaunas Exploration Game Tour: $24
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $53
- Kaunas Old Town Tour: Local Secrets & Hidden Corners: $58
- Kaunas Old Town tour + IX Fort Museum (BONUS): $59
- 1 day Self-Guided Bike Tour with Train Tickets: $68
- Recreational Tour in Kaunas - The City of Freedom: $70
- Private Custom Walking Tour with a Local Guide in Kaunas: $83
- Kaunas : Sightseeing Walking Custom Tour with a Local Guide: $115
- Pažaislis Monastery and Church Guided Tour: $127
- Kaunas Old Town and Aleksotas tour: $165
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.37Kaunas $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Kaunas, we can see that Kaunas 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 Kaunas 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 Kaunas would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Kaunas 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 Kaunas Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Kaunas?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Kaunas. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Kaunas, 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 Kaunas?
Kaunas 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 Kaunas in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Kaunas. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Also, most visitors come to Kaunas for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Kaunas in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Kaunas fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Kaunas. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Kaunas 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Kaunas in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Kaunas. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Kaunas because of the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Alexandria is much warmer than Kaunas. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Kaunas averages at about 8°C (46°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Kaunas. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Kaunas 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Kaunas in the Winter?
Both Kaunas and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, the shopping scene and the cuisine are the main draw to Kaunas this time of year.
It's quite cold in Kaunas in the winter. In January, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Kaunas. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Kaunas fluctuates around -5°C (23°F).
In January, Alexandria usually receives more rain than Kaunas. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Kaunas -5°C (23°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Kaunas in the Spring?
Both Kaunas and Alexandria during the spring 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 travelers come to Kaunas for the activities around the city.
Alexandria is much warmer than Kaunas in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Kaunas fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Kaunas. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Kaunas receives 42 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Kaunas 7°C (44°F)
Typical Weather for Kaunas and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -5°C (23°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -4°C (25°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 42 mm (1.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (62°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
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