Which place is cheaper, Seoul 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 Seoul?
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 Seoul can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Seoul?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Seoul
With a population of more than 11 million, Seoul is easily the largest city in South Korea. It is also the financial, political, and cultural capital of the country and has much to offer open minded travelers. It is often overlooked by travelers who instead head to Tokyo or Shanghai, but Seoul has a wide range of cultural experiences, food options, and historical sights. Seoul is a city of contrasts with ancient traditions, flashy technology, religious temples and a modern youth culture. It is also more affordable than many of the other Asian metropolis' to which it is often compared. If you're looking for an interesting and different experience that is a little off the tourist trail, Seoul can definitely offer that opportunity.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to South Korea, and The Best Adventure Tours to South Korea.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $26Seoul $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $26, while the average daily cost in Seoul is $133. 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 Seoul in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $9.66Seoul $56
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $19Seoul $112
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Seoul
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Seoul? 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 Seoul Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.57Seoul $16
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 Alexandria Hotels to Alexandria Airport: $20
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to El Alamein 1-Way & Round-Trip: $38
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $41
- Private Transfer to El Alamein from Borg El Arab: $49
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $55
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo or Giza Hotels: $68
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $69
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to Marsa Matrouh: $73
- Alexandria to Giza & Cairo | Private Hotel or Airport Transfer: $73
- Airport Transfer from Alexandria to Marsa Matrouh: $74
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Seoul
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Seoul:
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Subway Card$3.72
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Short Taxi Ride$5.21
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Metro Ride$1.01
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Seoul City Pass Plus$7.44
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Seoul
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Seoul:
- From Round-Trip Transfer to Dae Jang Geum Park: $50
- Gimpo Airport GMP Private Transfer To From Seoul Hotels: $87
- Gimpo Airport to Seoul /Seoul to GMP Private Transfer (1-7pax): $74
- Gimpo International Airport to or from Seoul Private Transfer: $89
- Incheon Airport (ICN): Private Transfer To/From Seoul Hotels: $104
- Incheon Airport Transfer service pick up drop off Seoul ~7 Pax: $89
- Incheon Airport transfer directly to Seoul city: $113
- Incheon International Airport (ICN): Private Seoul Transfer: $95
- Premium Seoul Airport Transfer: Affordable & Convenience: $105
- Private Airport Transfer * Incheon Airport Seoul (1-5 people): $103
- Private Airport Transfer : Incheon to/from Seoul (up to 7 pax): $98
- Private Airport Transfer From Incheon Airport To Seoul(up to 12): $190
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Seoul?
Prices for flights to both Seoul 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 $14Seoul $53
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Alexandria
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Alexandria.
- Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt: $15
- Half-Day Food Tour in Alexandria, Egypt: $20
- Private Full-Day Food Tour of Alexandria with Hotel Pick Up: $33
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Baladi Plates Alexandria Food Tour with 14+ Tastings: $49
- Alexandria Food Tour Taste The Egyptian Traditional Food: $56
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Typical Food Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of dining costs in Seoul are as follows:
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Rice with Kimchi & Bacon$4.47
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Waffle$0.74
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Dippin' Dots$1.49
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Chicken Fried Rice$4.09
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Chicken Stick$1.49
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Drinking Yoghurt & Mi Chew$1.41
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Lunch Buffet$4.47
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Donut$0.74
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Mushroom Burger$3.87
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Green Tea Ice Cream$2.46
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Udon & Sushi$5.21
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Fresh Burger$3.57
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Soba Noodles Lunch$3.35
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Bibimbap Lunch$3.72
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Fried Rice$4.09
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Vietnamese Dinner$7.07
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Breakfast and Coffee for 2$7.07
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Donut$1.86
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Seoul
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Seoul.
- Guided Street Food Tour at Namdaemun Market: $45
- Seoul Night Run for Local-Favorite Korean BBQ Dinner: $50
- [Wine & K-BBQ] A Perfect Pairing Dinner in Sinchon: $51
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals; Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $55
- Mangwon Market Food tour By Locals;Cheap Eats to Fancy Feast: $57
- North Korean Cooking Class with Defector: Food & Personal Stories: $60
- Kimchi Dishes Cooking Class with Wine Pairing: $61
- Gwangjang Market Netflix Food Tour: $64
- Incheon Full-Day Sunset and Sea Food Tour: $65
- Sunset Walking Tour in Naksan Park with Dinner: $66
- Guided City Wall Sunset Hike with Korean Dinner: $67
- Cooking Class in Seoul with Korean Grandma: $68
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $4.99Seoul $27
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Alexandria Free Walking Tour Discover the Hidden Gems: $5.00
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $19
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city: $20
- Discover Alexandria Walking Tour: $20
- Half Day Tour to Bibliotheca Alexandrina: $22
- Exclusive Tour Alexandria, It's newly opened Greek & Roman Museum: $35
- Alexandria by night private tour by horse carriage ride: $35
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $35
- Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture: $37
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $40
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
- Walking Tour in Alexandria from Alexandria Hotels: $45
Typical Entertainment Prices in Seoul
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Seoul are as follows:
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Palace Tickets$5.96
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Movie Ticket$5.96
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Kimchi Museum$2.23
Tours and Activities in Seoul
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Seoul are as follows:
- Seoul Changdeokgung Palace Hanbok Experience Hanboknam (내국인불가): $7.60
- Seoul Walking Tour 3h30 and 19 audio reviews: $7.63
- Youngjaegugakhoe The Concert of Korean Music Prodigies Ticket: $9.30
- Gwanghwamun Tour l 120 Minutes to Understand South Korea: $10
- [Seoul] Football Faentasium Admission Ticket (내국인 불가): $10
- Bukchon Hanok Village Seoul Walking Tour with Audioguide: $11
- Insadong Running Man Themed Activity Experience Center: $13
- Elysian Gangchon Winter Ski + Eobi Ice Valley Day Tour fr Seoul: $14
- Changdeokgung Hanbok Experience at hanboknam: $14
- bukchon Hanbok Experience at hanboknam: $14
- Gyeongbokgung Hanbok Experience at hanboknam: $14
- Undercity Core Techno Party Ticket: $15
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Seoul $12
Sample the Local Flavors in Seoul
Also in Seoul, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Discover Makgeolli: Inside Seoul's Hidden Urban Brewery: $11
- Seoul Pub Crawl by Absolute: $20
- The Seoul Pub Crawl Official: $22
- Pub Crawl: $25
- The Seoul Pub Crawl [official]: $26
- LGBTQ+ Pub Crawl and Drag Show with Local Drag Queen: $28
- Rice Wine Tasting with Sommelier - Finest Makgeolli (& Soju): $46
- Soju Tasting at Distillery - story of 3 pigs: $47
- Soju Tasting at Distillery: $51
- Premium Pub Crawl with Open Bottles: $57
- Craft Makgeolli Brewery Tour & Tasting Experience: $67
- Learn and Craft Makgeolli in a Traditional Brewery: $78
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Seoul, we can see that Seoul 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 Seoul 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 Seoul would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Seoul 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 Seoul Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Seoul?
Seoul has a larger population, and is about 3 times larger than the population of Alexandria. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Seoul, 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 Seoul?
Seoul 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 Seoul in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Seoul. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Furthermore, the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Seoul this time of year.
In July, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as Seoul. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Seoul receives a lot of rain in the summer. In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Seoul. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 369 mm (14.5 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Seoul 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Seoul in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Seoul. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Seoul for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the music scene.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Seoul in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Seoul fluctuates around 15°C (59°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Seoul. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 49 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Seoul 15°C (59°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Seoul in the Winter?
Both Seoul 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, many visitors come to Seoul in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Seoul can get quite cold in the winter. In the winter, Alexandria is much warmer than Seoul. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Seoul averages at about -3°C (27°F).
In January, Alexandria usually receives more rain than Seoul. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Seoul -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Seoul in the Spring?
Both Seoul 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. Also, most visitors come to Seoul for the activities around the city during these months.
In April, Alexandria is generally a little warmer than Seoul. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Seoul fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Seoul. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Seoul receives 94 mm (3.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Seoul 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for Seoul and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 23 mm (0.9 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -0°C (32°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 94 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 134 mm (5.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 369 mm (14.5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (80°F) | 294 mm (11.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 169 mm (6.7 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 22 mm (0.9 in) |
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