Which place is cheaper, Santander or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Santander?
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 Santander can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Santander?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Santander
Santander is the capital of the Cantabria Region which runs along the northern coast of Spain. Located right on the bay, it is a place of many historic churches and a handful of interesting museums that range from archaeological discoveries of the region, to maritime history, and cultural features like bullfighting. There is also a large selection of beaches for those looking for a more relaxing getaway in the sun and sand.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best 10-Day Tours from Madrid, and The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $17Santander $116
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $17, while the average daily cost in Santander is $116. 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 Santander in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.99Santander $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Santander $110
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Santander
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Santander? 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 Santander Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.49Santander $25
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:
- Alexandria Airport to Alexandria - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $52
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport - Departure Private Transfer: $26
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $251
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $26
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $71
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Santander
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Santander:
- One-way Private Transfer From/To Santander Airport: $41
- Private Transfer from Santander Port to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao: $252
- Private Transfer from Santander city to Bilbao Airport: $252
- Santander Private Arrival Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Departure Transfer: $35
- Santander Private Transfer from Santander Airport to City centre: $44
- Santander Private Transfer from the city centre to Santander Airport: $44
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Santander?
Prices for flights to both Santander 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 $6.46Santander $44
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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.50Santander $19
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- The Ancient Roman Theater Entry Ticket: $3.80
- Pompey's Pillar Entry Ticket: $3.80
- Citadel of Qaitbay Entry Ticket : $3.80
- Catacomb Of Kom El-Shoqafa Entry Tickets : $3.80
- Skip The Line Entry Ticket to Pompey's Pillar in Alexandria: $4.25
- Alexandria Library Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Qaitbay Citadel Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Catacomb Of Kom El-Shoqafa Entry Ticket: $5.70
- Alexandria Library Skip the line Access Entry Ticket: $6.12
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Catacomb of Kom eL Shoqafa: $6.12
- Skip the Line Tickets for The Roman Theater in Alexandria: $6.12
- Library of Alexandria Entry Ticket Included Pickup And Drop Off: $6.38
Tours and Activities in Santander
Here are a few actual costs in Santander for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 1-Hour City Cruise Around the Bay: $14
- City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $22
- City Sightseeing Santander Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour: $23
- Obregón: Parque de la Naturaleza de Cabárceno Entry Ticket: $26
- From Potes, Santillana and Altamira Day Tour: $42
- Full Day Tour Lakes of Covadonga and Santillana from Santander: $46
- Guided Tour by Electric Bike: $53
- Full Day Self Guided Tour in Santillana del Mar and Comillas: $55
- From Santillana del Mar & Altamira Museum Tour: $64
- Santoña: Anchovy Factory Tour and Boat Trip: $70
- Tour to the Towns of the Western Coast of Cantabria: $79
- Picos, Santo Toribio Monastery and Potes Day Tour: $82
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Santander $15
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Santander, we can see that Santander 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 Santander 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 Santander would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Santander 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 Santander Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Santander?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Santander. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Santander, 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 Santander?
Santander 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 Santander in the Summer?
Both Santander and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Santander in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Santander fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Santander. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Santander receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Santander 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Santander in the Autumn?
Both Santander and Alexandria during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In the autumn, Alexandria is a little warmer than Santander. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Santander averages at about 16°C (60°F).
Santander gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Santander. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Santander receives 138 mm (5.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Santander 16°C (60°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Santander in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Santander. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round.
In January, Alexandria is generally a little warmer than Santander. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Santander fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
Santander receives a lot of rain in the winter. In January, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Santander. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Santander receives 149 mm (5.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Santander 9°C (49°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Santander in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Santander. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Alexandria is much warmer than Santander in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Santander fluctuates around 12°C (53°F).
It's quite rainy in Santander. Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Santander. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Santander receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Santander 12°C (53°F)
Typical Weather for Santander and Alexandria
| Alexandria | Santander | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 149 mm (5.9 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 10°C (51°F) | 119 mm (4.7 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 89 mm (3.5 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 88 mm (3.4 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 181 mm (7.1 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 157 mm (6.2 in) |
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