Which place is cheaper, Osaka or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Osaka?
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 Osaka can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Osaka?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Osaka
The third largest city in Japan, Osaka has a lot to offer travelers. It's at the center of the Kansai region, and is a wonderful place to spend a few days. The city sits at the mouth of the Yodo River on Osaka Bay and is a major commercial hub for the country.
Osaka has a humid subtropical climate with four seasons. The winters are mild with January temperatures having an average high of almost 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Snow is very rare. Springs start cool and become hot and humid. This is also the wettest season with the rainiest time being between May and early July. Summers are hot and humid with July temperatures climbing into the high 90s Fahrenheit. The fall season becomes cooler as winter approaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Coach Bus Tours in Japan, and The Best Adventure Tours to Japan.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $16Osaka $88
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $16, while the average daily cost in Osaka is $88. 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 Osaka in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.92Osaka $45
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Osaka $90
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Osaka
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Osaka? 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 Osaka Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.46Osaka $14
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 transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $244
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo/Giza Hotels or Cairo./Giza to Alexandr: $65
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer around El Nouzha Airport (ALY) in Alexandria: $63
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria To Cairo: $130
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $22
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $253
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Osaka
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Osaka:
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Subway$7.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Osaka
Also for Osaka, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Airport Transfer from Osaka city to Kansai airport: $70
- Airport Transfer! Hotel in center of Osaka to Osaka International Airport (ITM): $150
- Airport Transfer! Osaka Airport (ITM) to Center of hotel in Osaka: $150
- Airport Transfer!Hotel in center of Osaka to Kansai Airport (KIX): $192
- Arrival Private Transfer from Itama Airport ITM to Osaka City by Minivan: $75
- Departure Private Transfer from Osaka City to Itama Airport ITM by Minivan: $75
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Car: $192
- Departure Private Transfers: Osaka City to Kansai Airport KIX in Business Van: $237
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Kyoto: $199
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Nara: $215
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer to/from Osaka: $87
- Itami Airport (ITM): Private One-Way Transfer ⇋ Osaka: $163
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Osaka?
Prices for flights to both Osaka 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 $6.39Osaka $25
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 Osaka
For Osaka, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Takoyaki DIY Cooking in the Heart of Osaka: $23
- Osaka:Food Tour & Shopping(Grand Opening Limited Time Offer): $26
- 2-Hour Kuromon Market Walking Street Food Tour: $27
- Private Takoyaki Cooking Class by Natives in Osaka: $37
- Japanese home cooking class in Osaka Umeda: $47
- Nosatlgic Namba Osaka Street Food Tour.: $48
- Osaka Okonomiyaki Cooking Experience!: $50
- Home Cooking Class: $51
- Homemade Gyoza Cooking Class in Osaka: $51
- Enjoy artistic TEMPURA Cooking Class: $60
- Ramen and Gyoza Cooking Class in Dotonbori: $63
- Three Types of RAMEN Cooking Class: $65
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.46Osaka $20
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 Osaka
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Osaka's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Osaka Aquarium (for 2)$30
Tours and Activities in Osaka
For Osaka, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Osaka Castle: Museum and Tower Entry Ticket: $3.92
- Kamigata Ukiyoe Museum Entrance Ticket: $4.58
- Table Tennis Experience with Local Players: $4.58
- Ryurei Teicha: Chanoyu (Tea Ceremony) Experience in Osaka: $5.23
- Osaka Sakishima Observatory Advance Ticket: $5.88
- Tsutenkaku Tower Entry Ticket: $6.54
- Tsutenkaku Entry Ticket: $7.68
- Dotonbori District Sightseeing Cruise & Beer Discount: $7.84
- Osaka Dotonbori Wonder Cruise: $8.02
- Umeda Sky Building E-Ticket: $9.81
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
- Abeno Harukas 300 Observatory E-Ticket: $12
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.33Osaka $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Osaka
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Osaka:
- Osaka Pub Crawl and Nightlife Tour: $23
- Namba Pub Bar Crawl with a Born & Raised Local Guide: $31
- Osaka Nights: Ultimate Pub Bar Crawl with an Expert Local Guide: $33
- Local Bar Crawl in Dotombori and Uranamba Area: $39
- Osaka Local Bar Crawl in Dotombori & Uranamba Area: $40
- 3 Hour Osaka Pub Crawl Weekly Welcome Guided Tour in Namba : $52
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Osaka, we can see that Osaka 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 Osaka is in Asia, 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 Osaka would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Osaka 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 Osaka Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Osaka?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 47% larger than the population of Osaka. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Osaka, 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 Osaka?
Osaka 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 Osaka in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Osaka. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Osaka for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Alexandria is around the same temperature as Osaka in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Osaka fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
It's quite rainy in Osaka. Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Osaka. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 157 mm (6.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Osaka 28°C (82°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Osaka in the Autumn?
Both Osaka 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, many visitors come to Osaka in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In the autumn, Alexandria is a little warmer than Osaka. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Osaka averages at about 19°C (66°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Osaka. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Osaka. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 108 mm (4.3 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Osaka 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Osaka in the Winter?
Both Osaka 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, most visitors come to Osaka for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
In January, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Osaka. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Osaka fluctuates around 6°C (42°F).
Alexandria usually gets more rain in January than Osaka. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Osaka 6°C (42°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Osaka in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Osaka. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Osaka because of the activities around the city.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Osaka in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Osaka fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Osaka receives a lot of rain in the spring. In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Osaka. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Osaka receives 137 mm (5.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Osaka 15°C (59°F)
Typical Weather for Osaka and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 137 mm (5.4 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 20°C (67°F) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (74°F) | 204 mm (8 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 29°C (84°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 170 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
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