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

Should you visit Alexandria or New Orleans?

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 New Orleans can help you decide which place is right for you.

Where Should I go: Alexandria or New Orleans?

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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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

New Orleans

New Orleans is the largest city in the state of Louisiana, and it is a cultural city that is the home of jazz, unique cuisine, and Mardi Gras in the U.S. It was established in 1718 and is one of the oldest cities in the country. The culture of the city has a mix of French, Creole, African American, Caribbean, Irish, Haitian, German and Vietnamese. There's an energy and atmosphere that is unlike any place else.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Cultural Tours in United States of America, and The Best Photography Tours in United States of America.


Which place is cheaper, New Orleans 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
    New Orleans Prices
    USA Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Alexandria $16
    New Orleans $271

The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $16, while the average daily cost in New Orleans is $271. 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 New Orleans in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Alexandria $7.80
    New Orleans $125
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Alexandria $16
    New Orleans $250
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and New Orleans

Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or New Orleans? 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 New Orleans


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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 New Orleans Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Alexandria $2.43
    New Orleans $51
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:

  • transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
  • Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $247
  • Private Transfer from or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $17
  • Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $17
  • Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $53
  • Private Transfer around El Nouzha Airport (ALY) in Alexandria: $63
  • Private Transfer From Alexandria City To Cairo Airport: $45
  • Private Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria To Cairo: $130
  • Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
  • Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Cairo: $130
  • From Private Transfer to Luxor: $255

Typical Local Transportation Prices in New Orleans

Some typical examples of transportation costs in New Orleans are as follows:


  • Taxi Ride
    $10

Hired Cars and Shuttles in New Orleans

Also for New Orleans, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • 11 Passenger Executive Van: New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $197
  • 20 Passenger New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $300
  • 25 Passenger New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $300
  • Full-Day Oak Alley Plantation & Large Airboat Swamp w/Transfer: $155
  • Handicap New Orleans Airport or Hotel Transfer: $260
  • Louis Armstrong Airport: Private Transfer to New Orleans: $69
  • NOLA Cruise Port to New Orleans hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $75
  • NOLA Cruise Port to New Orleans hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $150
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY) to New Orleans - Arrival Transfer : $83
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY) to New Orleans - Round-Trip Transfer : $166
  • New Orleans Airport (MSY): Private Transfer to New Orleans: $211
  • New Orleans Airport One way Transfer to Baton Rouge or Slidell: $250

Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or New Orleans?

Prices for flights to both New Orleans 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 $6.30
    New Orleans $78

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

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in New Orleans

For New Orleans, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Cajun and Creole Cooking Class: $38
  • French Quarters Best Food Tour: Signature Flavors of New Orleans: $54
  • Steamboat Natchez Evening Jazz Cruise with Dinner Option: $55
  • Evening Jazz Boat Cruise with Optional Dinner: $55
  • Paddlewheeler Creole Queen Jazz Dinner Cruise in New Orleans: $55
  • Private New Orleans Cajun Cooking Class with a Local Courtland: $64
  • Premier Food Tour in New Orleans: $77
  • New Orleans Original Seafood Tour of the French Quarter: $80
  • Taste Of New Orleans Food Tour and Experience: $80
  • French Quarter Food Tour with Tastings: $89
  • French Quarter Food Tour with a Local: $89
  • NOLA Carte Food Tours: $96

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Alexandria $3.41
    New Orleans $55

Tours and Activities in Alexandria

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

  • Alamain Private Day Tour from Alexandria Port : $160
  • Day Tour to Alamein and Alexandria: $169
  • Overnight Tour To Cairo from Alexandria Port: $270
  • 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
  • 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $183
  • 2 Days-Alexandria & Pyramids Tour + Museum (Start Cairo Or Alex): $125
  • 6-Hour Day Tour in Alexandria: $95
  • 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
  • 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
  • Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
  • Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
  • Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $150

Typical Entertainment Prices in New Orleans

Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for New Orleans's activities, tours, and tickets:


  • Zoo & Aquarium Tickets (2)
    $75
  • Riverboat Cruise
    $70
  • French Quarter City Tour
    $100

Tours and Activities in New Orleans

For New Orleans, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:

  • Bywater Stroll: Explore the Evolving Neighbourhood on a self-guided audio tour: $5.00
  • Self Guided Audio Ghost Tour in New Orleans in 6 Languages: $5.00
  • New Orleans Pelicans Basketball Game Ticket: $6.56
  • Struttin' Down Royal Street Walking Audio Tour: $6.99
  • New Orleans Esplanade Ridge: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $7.99
  • City Park Quest Experience: $8.27
  • Metairie Cemetery Stories: A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $8.99
  • Self Guided Walking Tour of New Orleans' Historic Garden District: $9.99
  • Walking Tour about The Good, The Bad and The Beautiful Women of New Orleans: $10
  • Unique Scavenger Hunt Experience in New Orleans by 3Quest Challenge: $10
  • Bad and Boujee Beignets Walking Tour: $12
  • Nola Culture Street Art & Mural Walk Tour : $12

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Alexandria $1.32
    New Orleans $60

Sample the Local Flavors in New Orleans

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in New Orleans:

  • Discovering the Flavors of Louisiana: Rum & Gin Distillery Tour: $14
  • Guided Distillery Tour & Rum Tasting: $15
  • Guided Rum Distillery Tour and Tasting: $15
  • Treme Bar Crawl & Seafood Experience: $17
  • Spooky Ghost and Haunted Pub Crawl Tour: $17
  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $21
  • New Orleans Small-Group History Tour Pub Crawl of The Irish Channel: $25
  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $28
  • True Crime Pub Crawl in New Orleans: $30
  • Spooky Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl - Ghost Tour in New Orleans: $30
  • New Orleans Spooky Spirits Haunted Pub Crawl: $30
  • Haunted Pub Crawl: $30


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


Which is Bigger, Alexandria or New Orleans?

Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 8 times larger than the population of New Orleans. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and New Orleans, 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 New Orleans?

New Orleans 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 New Orleans in the Summer?

The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as New Orleans. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many visitors come to New Orleans in the summer for the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.

In the summer, Alexandria is around the same temperature as New Orleans. Typically, the summer temperatures in Alexandria in July average around 26°C (79°F), and New Orleans averages at about 82°F (28°C).

It's quite rainy in New Orleans. Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than New Orleans. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 5.9 inches (149 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Alexandria 26°C (79°F) 
    New Orleans 82°F (28°C)

Should I visit Alexandria or New Orleans in the Autumn?

Both New Orleans and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to New Orleans for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene during these months.

In October, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as New Orleans. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 22°C (72°F), and New Orleans fluctuates around 69°F (21°C).

In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than New Orleans. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 3 inches (77 mm) of rain each month for the autumn.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Alexandria 22°C (72°F) 
    New Orleans 69°F (21°C)

Should I visit Alexandria or New Orleans in the Winter?

Both New Orleans and Alexandria during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the winter months attract visitors to New Orleans because of the shopping scene and the cuisine.

Alexandria is a little warmer than New Orleans in the winter. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and New Orleans fluctuates around 51°F (11°C).

New Orleans gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alexandria usually gets less rain in January than New Orleans. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 5.2 inches (131 mm) of rain this time of the year.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Alexandria 13°C (55°F) 
    New Orleans 51°F (11°C)

Should I visit Alexandria or New Orleans in the Spring?

The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and New Orleans. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Furthermore, the activities around the city are the main draw to New Orleans this time of year.

In the spring, Alexandria is around the same temperature as New Orleans. Typically, the spring temperatures in Alexandria in April average around 19°C (66°F), and New Orleans averages at about 68°F (20°C).

New Orleans receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than New Orleans. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while New Orleans receives 4.5 inches (114 mm) of rain each month for the spring.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Alexandria 19°C (66°F) 
    New Orleans 68°F (20°C)

Typical Weather for New Orleans and Alexandria

Alexandria New Orleans
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 13°C (55°F) 50 mm (2 in) 51°F (11°C) 5.2 inches (131 mm)
Feb 13°C (55°F) 40 mm (1.6 in) 54°F (12°C) 5.8 inches (147 mm)
Mar 16°C (61°F) 20 mm (0.8 in) 62°F (16°C) 5 inches (126 mm)
Apr 19°C (66°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 68°F (20°C) 4.5 inches (114 mm)
May 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 75°F (24°C) 4.3 inches (110 mm)
Jun 23°C (73°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 80°F (27°C) 5.9 inches (151 mm)
Jul 26°C (79°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 82°F (28°C) 5.9 inches (149 mm)
Aug 27°C (81°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 82°F (28°C) 6.2 inches (157 mm)
Sep 25°C (77°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 78°F (26°C) 5.5 inches (140 mm)
Oct 22°C (72°F) 10 mm (0.4 in) 69°F (21°C) 3 inches (77 mm)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 30 mm (1.2 in) 61°F (16°C) 4.8 inches (122 mm)
Dec 14°C (57°F) 50 mm (2 in) 55°F (13°C) 5.7 inches (146 mm)