Which place is cheaper, Uppsala 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 Uppsala?
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 Uppsala can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Uppsala?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Uppsala
Uppsala is a college town in Sweden, located about 40 minutes north of Stockholm. Home to two universities, Uppsala is the 4th largest city in Sweden and features a huge diversity in culture. The Fyris River divides the city into the historic and modern sides of the city, each one with their own unique culture and sights to see. The area features fairly cool weather year-round, with temperatures in the 30's Fahrenheit from November-April and May-October seeing temperatures in the 40's and 50's Fahrenheit. The best time to visit it from May-July when temperatures are at their highest and there's plenty of sunshine.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Luxury Tours to Sweden, and The Best Budget Tours to Sweden.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $26Uppsala $185
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $26, while the average daily cost in Uppsala is $185. 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 Uppsala in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $9.64Uppsala $104
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $19Uppsala $208
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Uppsala
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Uppsala? 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 Uppsala Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.56Uppsala $23
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 Cairo Airport: $240
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo or vice versa: $160
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo in Egypt or vice versa: $134
- Pick Up Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Cairo: $130
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $94
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $80
- Private Transfer Alexandria Hotel to Cairo Airport: $70
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $57
- transfer from Alexandria to Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels: $55
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport to Alexandria Hotels: $54
- Pickup Transfers From Alexandria Borg Al Arab Airport To Alexandria Hotel: $50
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria Airport (HBE): $43
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Uppsala
Also for Uppsala, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Uppsala City to Stockholm Arlanda Airport (ARN) - Departure Private Transfer: $74
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Uppsala?
Prices for flights to both Uppsala 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 $14Uppsala $64
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: $20
- Private Half Day Food Tour in Alexandria Egypt: $20
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
- GEM and Pyramids Tour with Cruise Dinner From Alexandria Port: $120
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $4.98Uppsala $22
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: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $91
- 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
- 8Days Egypt Tour package UltraLuxury Cairo,Alexandria&cruise: $4,190
- Africano Park Safari Tour from Cairo or Giza: $65
- Alamain Private Day Tour from Alexandria Port: $160
- Alamein and Alexandria Private Day Tour with Lunch: $200
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $130
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $150
- Alexandria By Night By Horse Carriage ride And Free Walking Tour: $71
Tours and Activities in Uppsala
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Uppsala.
- Uppsala Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour: $6.46
- The Best of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Self Guided Secrets of Uppsala Exploration Game Tour: $23
- Stockholm: Uppsala Half-Day Swedish Oxford & Cathedral Tour: $29
- Best of Private Walking Tour with a Local: $48
- Adventure parc: $54
- Uppsala : Kayaking or Canoeing Experience: $76
- Vasatid at Uppsala Castle 1h - a guided tour in Uppsala: $97
- Medieval horror, undead and dark folklore walk Uppsala city - open tour: $101
- Uppsala Must See 2h city walk - 2h tour of all big attractions!: $108
- Guided tour 90min at Old Uppsala mounds and old Uppsala church: $109
- Swedish Lifestyle and Private Walking Tour of Uppsala: $140
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.34Uppsala $20
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Uppsala, we can see that Uppsala 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 Uppsala 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 Uppsala would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Uppsala 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 Uppsala Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Uppsala?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of Uppsala. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Uppsala, 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 Uppsala?
Uppsala 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 Uppsala in the Summer?
Both Uppsala 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.
In the summer, Alexandria is a little warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the summer temperatures in Alexandria in July average around 26°C (79°F), and Uppsala averages at about 18°C (64°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in July than Uppsala. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 72 mm (2.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Uppsala 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Uppsala in the Autumn?
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Uppsala. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round.
In October, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Uppsala. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 22°C (72°F), and Uppsala fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Uppsala 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Uppsala in the Winter?
The winter brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Uppsala. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Uppsala can be very cold during winter. Alexandria is much warmer than Uppsala in the winter. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 13°C (55°F) in January, and Uppsala fluctuates around -3°C (27°F).
Alexandria usually gets more rain in January than Uppsala. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 39 mm (1.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Uppsala -3°C (27°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Uppsala in the Spring?
Both Uppsala and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year.
In the spring, Alexandria is much warmer than Uppsala. Typically, the spring temperatures in Alexandria in April average around 19°C (66°F), and Uppsala averages at about 5°C (41°F).
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Uppsala. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Uppsala receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Uppsala 5°C (41°F)
Typical Weather for Uppsala 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) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -3°C (27°F) | 27 mm (1.1 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 0°C (33°F) | 26 mm (1 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -1°C (31°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
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