Which place is cheaper, Tokyo 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 Tokyo?
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 Tokyo can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Tokyo?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Tokyo
Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is by far the most populous city in the world with a staggering 37 million people. As a worldwide hub for technology and business, it hosts millions of visitors annually. But Tokyo is not just a place for business trips. With its incredible mixture of historical temples and shrines, remarkably beautiful parks, endless shopping malls, and genuinely wonderful people, Tokyo is a terrific place to visit and to explore.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours in Japan, and The Best Bicycle Tours in Japan.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $26Tokyo $178
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $26, while the average daily cost in Tokyo is $178. 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 Tokyo in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $9.66Tokyo $74
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $19Tokyo $148
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Tokyo
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Tokyo? 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 Tokyo Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.57Tokyo $17
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 to Luxor: $255
- Private Transfer From Alexandria To Cairo Airport: $240
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $220
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo or vice versa: $160
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo in Egypt or vice versa: $134
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $80
- Alexandria to Cairo : Private Transfer 24/7 Service: $74
- Alexandria to Giza & Cairo | Private Hotel or Airport Transfer: $73
- Alexandria Airport (HBE)to Alexandria-Round-Trip Private Transfer: $69
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo or Giza Hotels: $68
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria Airport (HBE): $41
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Tokyo
Also for Tokyo, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- (HND) Haneda Airport Private Transfer to Central Tokyo: $97
- Airport Transfer: Haneda Airport and Tokyo 23 wards: $135
- Airport Transfer: Tokyo City to Narita Airport NRT by Luxury Van: $275
- Arrival Private Transfer: Haneda Airport HND to Tokyo in Sedan: $292
- Center Tokyo Private One Way Transfer To Haneda Airport: $110
- Center Tokyo Private One Way Transfer To Narita Airport (License): $136
- Departure Private Transfer: Tokyo to Haneda Airport HND in Sedan: $292
- Departure Transfer from Tokyo City to Haneda Airport HND by van: $180
- Departure Transfer: Tokyo to Narita Airport NRT by Sedan Car: $256
- Disney/Universal Studio/Harry Potter Warner Bros Transfer One way: $124
- Experience Private Transfer Between Yokohama and Tokyo: $129
- Haneda Airport (HND) Transfers: One-Way to Central Tokyo/Yokohama: $86
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Tokyo?
Prices for flights to both Tokyo 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 $14Tokyo $63
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
Typical Food Prices in Tokyo
Here are some examples of typical meal expenses from previous travelers to Tokyo:
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Late Night Noodles$5.07
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Conveyor Belt Sushi Snack$5.07
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Meal at Airport$6.61
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Tokyo
For Tokyo, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Tokyo Tsukiji Fish Market: Traditional Culture & Street Food Tour: $19
- Tokyo : Vintage, Music & Food Tour in Shimokitazawa with a Local: $23
- Shinjuku 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- Asakusa: Senso-ji Sightseeing & Street Food Tour with Photos: $29
- Shibuya 7-Dishes vegetarian dinner at a Japanese izakaya: $29
- For First Time Visitor：Tsukiji Food Tour with Tokyo Travel Advice: $32
- Guided Tsukiji’s Local Food Tour: $32
- Ueno Private Walking Tour and Night Food Tour: $39
- Authentic Homestyle Japanese Cooking Class near Tokyo with Risa: $39
- Giant Sushi Cooking Class: Make a 1.5m Sushi Roll in Tokyo: $42
- Private Yanaka District Walking & Food Tour: $45
- Japanese Sushi Cooking Class: $48
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $4.99Tokyo $66
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 10-Hour Historical Pyramids Tour from Alexandria Port: $130
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $190
- 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
- Alamein and Alexandria Private Day Tour with Lunch: $200
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
- Alexandria By Night By Horse Carriage ride And Free Walking Tour: $68
- Alexandria By Night Private Free Walking Tours & Horse Carriage Ride: $68
- Alexandria By Night Private Tour By Horse Carriage Ride And Free Walking Tour: $68
- Alexandria City Tour from Cairo Full Day: $85
- Alexandria Day Tour: $110
- Alexandria Day Tour – Explore the City's Top Attractions!: $79
Tours and Activities in Tokyo
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Tokyo.
- Self-Guided Tour of Tokyo's Hidden Alleys: $1.12
- Tsukiji Fish Market Morning Tour Most Fresh Tuna Fish: $3.23
- Experience Japan’s Beloved Morning Exercise – Radio Taiso”!: $5.17
- Marunouchi Night Tour: History and Views: $6.46
- Shibuya Night Walking Tour with a Local in Tokyo: $6.46
- Nihonbashi ultime Edo local Tour: $6.46
- Mt Fuji/Lake Kawaguchi 1 day Private Bus Tour: $6.47
- Cross Roppongi Karaoke Nightclub Ticket (For Foreign): $6.76
- Podcast Tour Tokyo From Market to Sushi Masterpiece: $6.84
- Tokyo Walking Tour 2h15 and 19 audio reviews: $6.88
- Tokyo Fuji Art Museum Admission Ticket + Special Exhibition (when being held): $7.76
- Tokyo Metro Subway Ticket: $8.85
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Tokyo $32
Typical Alcohol Prices in Tokyo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for alcohol and nightlife costs in Tokyo:
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Sake$3.80
Sample the Local Flavors in Tokyo
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Tokyo:
- Low-cost local pub & bar crawling: $32
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $34
- 3 Hours Pub Crawl Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $35
- Tokyo Pub Crawl: Unique Japanese Drinks in Shimokitazawa: $36
- 3-Hour Tokyo Pub Crawl Nightlife Welcome Guided Tour in Shibuya: $46
- Tokyo Japanese Wine Tasting Experience (Not Sake) | Near Shibuya: $65
- Nikko Toshogu Shrine and Japanese Sake Brewery Day Tour: $84
- Tokyo Shinjuku Gay Bar Crawl with Drinks: $90
- Tokyo's Oldest Sake Brewery and jump into historic town: $91
- Tokyo Sake Terroir Journey – Guided by Sake Brewery Professional: $91
- Shinjuku Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local foods-: $103
- Shibuya Bar Crawl Tour -3 Drinks & Local Foods-: $103
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Tokyo, we can see that Tokyo 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 Tokyo 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 Tokyo would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Tokyo 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 Tokyo Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Tokyo?
Tokyo has a larger population, and is about 2 times larger than the population of Alexandria. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Tokyo, 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 Tokyo?
Tokyo 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 Tokyo in the Summer?
Both Tokyo and Alexandria during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Alexandria because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, the summer months attract visitors to Tokyo because of the city activities, the music scene, and the family-friendly experiences.
Alexandria is around the same temperature as Tokyo in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Tokyo fluctuates around 26°C (78°F).
Tokyo gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Tokyo. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 127 mm (5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Tokyo 26°C (78°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Tokyo in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Tokyo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Also, the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, the music scene, and the natural beauty of the area are the main draw to Tokyo this time of year.
In the autumn, Alexandria is a little warmer than Tokyo. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Tokyo averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Tokyo receives a lot of rain in the autumn. In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Tokyo 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Tokyo in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Tokyo. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Tokyo for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
In January, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Tokyo. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Tokyo fluctuates around 5°C (42°F).
Alexandria usually gets more rain in January than Tokyo. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Tokyo 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)Tokyo 5°C (42°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Tokyo in the Spring?
Both Tokyo and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Tokyo in the spring for the activities around the city and the natural beauty.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Tokyo in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Tokyo fluctuates around 14°C (58°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Tokyo. In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Tokyo. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Tokyo receives 125 mm (4.9 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Tokyo 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Tokyo 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 (42°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 6°C (42°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 9°C (47°F) | 100 mm (3.9 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 125 mm (4.9 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 138 mm (5.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 22°C (71°F) | 186 mm (7.3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (78°F) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 148 mm (5.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 180 mm (7.1 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 165 mm (6.5 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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