Which place is cheaper, Tallinn or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Tallinn?
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 Tallinn can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Tallinn?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Tallinn
Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, is located on the southern coast of the Gulf of Finland. It has a population of more than 430,000 people and is a charming, yet cosmopolitan place to visit. The Old Town is at the center of the city's tourism, and the beauty and architecture is very impressive. The city's close proximity to Helsinki makes it a popular day trip from Finland, but cheap plane flights have also encouraged visitors from around Europe to spend several days in this city. In particular, summer months can become quite crowded.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Tallinn, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Tallinn.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $16Tallinn $105
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $16, while the average daily cost in Tallinn is $105. 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 Tallinn in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.84Tallinn $52
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Tallinn $104
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Tallinn
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Tallinn? 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 Tallinn Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.44Tallinn $13
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:
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $45
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $251
- Private transfer from Alexandria to Luxor: $266
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $85
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $17
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria Airport (HBE): $17
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $17
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $54
- Private Transfer around El Nouzha Airport (ALY) in Alexandria: $63
- Private Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria To Cairo: $130
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- Private Day Trip To Egyptian Museum, Citadel & Old Cairo By Private Transfers: $8.00
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Tallinn
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Tallinn:
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Tram Around Town for Two$1.84
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tallinn
Also for Tallinn, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Tallinn Party Bus Airport Transfer: $129
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Tallinn Airport/Port to Tallinn : $94
- From Helicopter transfer to Helsinki: $2,741
- Private Shore Excursion: Tallinn Old Town Walking Tour with Round-Trip Transfer: $249
- Talinn Airport and City Private Transfer: $45
- Tallinn Airport (TLL) to Tallinn Cruise Port - Round-Trip Privat Transfer: $34
- Tallinn Arrival Private Airport Transfer in Minivan: $122
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Arrival Private Transfer : $17
- Tallinn Cruise Port to Tallinn hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $34
- Tallinn Cruise Port: Private Transfer to Tallinn hotels: $105
- Tallinn Highlights Shore Excursion With Port Return Transfer: $67
- Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport (TLL): Transfer to Tallinn Port: $105
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Tallinn?
Prices for flights to both Tallinn 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 $6.33Tallinn $40
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
- Alexandria food Tour taste the Egyptian traditional food: $60
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
Typical Food Prices in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Lunch for Two$8.49
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Dessert$1.27
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (2-course meal): $58
- Tallinn TV Tower evening dinner (3-course meal): $65
- Tallinn Russian Dinner: $87
- Tallinn 3-Hour Estonian Food Tour: $118
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.43Tallinn $6.22
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
- 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: $186
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $82
- 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
Tours and Activities in Tallinn
For Tallinn, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Audio Self Tour Guide with 10 Sightseeing Points: $1.10
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.32
- Audio Tour of the Toompea Hill (Cathedral Hill) in Tallinn: $5.53
- Highlights App Guided Tour with Puzzles: $6.63
- Tales of Reval Walking Tour with Smartphone App: $6.63
- Tales of Reval Smartphone App Self-Guided GPS Walking Tour: $6.77
- Tallinn Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour: $6.78
- Tallinn Old Town: Food and History Self-Guided Walking Tour: $7.33
- Aegna Island: Self-Guided Discovery Tour: $8.85
- Audio Tour of Tallinn Old Town: $8.85
- Private Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour in Tallinn Old Town: $9.04
- Self-Guided Audio Tour: $11
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.32Tallinn $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Tallinn
Also in Tallinn, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Talinn: Bar Crawl with Shots, Beer, and Nightclub Entry: $22
- Tallinn Pub Crawl (Ex The Epic Bar Crawl): $24
- Tallinn Exclusive Pub & Bar Crawl - Free Drink, Local Guide: $43
- Tallinn Brewery Fiesta: $75
- Tallinn Guided Bar Crawl: $128
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Tallinn, we can see that Tallinn 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 Tallinn 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 Tallinn would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tallinn 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 Tallinn Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Tallinn?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Tallinn. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Tallinn, 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 Tallinn?
Tallinn 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 Tallinn in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Tallinn. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Tallinn for the family-friendly experiences.
In July, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Tallinn. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Tallinn fluctuates around 17°C (62°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Tallinn. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 79 mm (3.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Tallinn 17°C (62°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Tallinn in the Autumn?
Both Tallinn 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 Tallinn in the autumn for the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Alexandria is much warmer than Tallinn in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Tallinn fluctuates around 7°C (44°F).
In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Tallinn. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 70 mm (2.8 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Tallinn 7°C (44°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Tallinn in the Winter?
Both Tallinn 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. Also, most visitors come to Tallinn for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine during these months.
Tallinn can be very cold during winter. In the winter, Alexandria is much warmer than Tallinn. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Tallinn averages at about -5°C (22°F).
Alexandria usually gets more rain in January than Tallinn. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Tallinn -5°C (22°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Tallinn in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Tallinn. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Also, the spring months attract visitors to Tallinn because of the natural beauty.
The weather in Tallinn can be very cold. In April, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Tallinn. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Tallinn fluctuates around 4°C (39°F).
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Tallinn. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tallinn receives 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Tallinn 4°C (39°F)
Typical Weather for Tallinn 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 (22°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -6°C (22°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 37 mm (1.5 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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