Which place is cheaper, Valletta or Alexandria?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Alexandria or Valletta?
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 Valletta can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Valletta?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Valletta
A harbor city and the capital city of the island of Malta, Valletta dates back to the 16th-century with a preserved architectural heritage that earned the city a place on the UNESCO World Heritage List. It is best known for its museums, palaces, and churches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Egypt, The Best Budget Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Malta, and The Best Romantic Tours for Couples in Malta.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $17Valletta $124
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $17, while the average daily cost in Valletta is $124. 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 Valletta in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $7.99Valletta $70
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $16Valletta $140
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Valletta
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Valletta? 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 Valletta Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $2.49Valletta $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:
- Private transfer from Luxor to Alexandria: $243
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo/Giza Hotels or Cairo./Giza to Alexandr: $65
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to Cairo : $73
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Cairo Int Airport (CAI): $71
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $16
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria: $26
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $52
- Private Pickup Transfer From A Hotel In Alexandria To Borg Al Arab Airport: $50
- Private One Way Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo and Giza Hotels: $68
- From Private Transfer to Luxor: $251
- From Private One-Way Transfer to Cairo: $75
- Borg El Arab Arrival & Departure Transfers: $40
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Valletta
Also for Valletta, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Malta Airport Private Transfers: $66
- Afternoon Harbours Cruise with Guide and Roundtrip Transfers: $39
- Airport Transfers (Private Group up to 15 people): $103
- Airport transfers to all locations in Malta (Private Groups or Families): $81
- Arrival Transfer: Malta Airport MLA to Malta Island by Van: $49
- Departure Transfer: Malta Island to Malta Airport MLA by Van: $47
- From Malta: Gozo Jeep Tour with Lunch and Hotel Transfers: $87
- From Private Malta Highlights Tour with Transfer: $150
- Malta Airport (MLA) Departure Transfer (Saint Julian's Hotels to Malta Airport): $49
- Malta Airport Transfers: $11
- Malta Airport Transfers : $38
- Malta Intl Airport (MLA) to Valletta Cruise Port - Round-Trip Private Transfer : $28
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Valletta?
Prices for flights to both Valletta 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 $6.46Valletta $35
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
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Valletta
For Valletta, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Valletta Food Tour - Eat like a local: $46
- Valletta Food Tour: $49
- Folklore Evening Dinner Show at a Traditional Maltese Restaurant Incl. Transfers: $67
- Maltese Traditional Dinner and Folklore Show with Transfers: $71
- Fireworks Festival Cruise Including Dinner, Drinks and Transport: $76
- The Ultimate Valletta Evening Food Tour: $80
- Fernandes Sunset Cruise including Dinner with Open Bar: $80
- Christmas Tour in Gozo (afternoon) inc. Dinner: $86
- Blue Lagoon & Sunset Quad Tour in Gozo/Dinner: $91
- From Blue Lagoon and Gozo Tour w/Quads and Dinner: $118
- The Valletta Food Tour Experience, a private tour: $150
- Private Valletta Food Tour: $175
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $3.50Valletta $29
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- 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: $174
- 2 Day Tour Visit the Top Attractions of Alexandria City: $155
- 6-Hour Day Tour to Alexandria Attractions with Pickup Included: $78
- 6-Hour Private Day Tour to Rashid from Alexandria: $100
- 8 Days Ultra Luxury Cairo, Alexandria & Nile cruise: $4,190
- Alamein full day tour from Alexandria: $95
- Alexandria : Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria: $117
- Alexandria : Tour to WadiElNatroun Monastery from Alexandria: $135
Tours and Activities in Valletta
For Valletta, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.42
- 30-Minute Mdina Experience Audio-Visual Show Ticket (Open Ticket): $6.55
- Reliving The Sacra Infermeria Augmented Reality Tour: $6.55
- The Knights of Malta Museum Entry Ticket: $7.10
- Valletta Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.10
- City Nobles App Tour + Malta5D Entry (optional): $7.49
- Self-Guided Historical Walking Tour (Audio Guide): $7.49
- City Nobles App Tour + Optional Malta 5D Show Ticket: $7.64
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & City Tour: $8.02
- Self-Guided Audio Tour, Map and Directions: $8.56
- Entry Ticket for The Limestone Heritage Park and Gardens : $9.83
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.35Valletta $17
Sample the Local Flavors in Valletta
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Valletta:
- Valletta Pub Crawl: $22
- Malta Pub Crawl: $22
- The Brewery Experience & beer tasting including transport: $35
- The Brewery Experience Self-Guided Tour with Tasting & Transport: $35
- Malta: The Three Cities and Wine Tasting Tour: $44
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Valletta, we can see that Valletta 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 Valletta 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 Valletta would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Valletta 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 Valletta Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Valletta?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 560 times larger than the population of Valletta. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Valletta, 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 Valletta?
Both destinations experience a warmer climate most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season. Although in the rainy season, it doesn't necessarily rain every day.
Should I visit Alexandria or Valletta in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Valletta. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Valletta throughout the year.
Alexandria usually gets around the same amount of rain in July as Valletta. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Alexandria is around the same temperature as Valletta in the summer. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 26°C (79°F) in July, and Valletta fluctuates around 26°C (79°F).
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Valletta 26°C (79°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Valletta in the Autumn?
Both Valletta and Alexandria are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Alexandria throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Valletta because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In October, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Valletta. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 80 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
In the autumn, Alexandria is around the same temperature as Valletta. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Alexandria in October average around 22°C (72°F), and Valletta averages at about 21°C (70°F).
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Valletta 21°C (70°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Valletta in the Winter?
Both Valletta 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. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Valletta year-round.
Alexandria usually gets less rain in January than Valletta. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
In January, Alexandria is generally around the same temperature as Valletta. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 13°C (55°F), and Valletta fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Valletta 13°C (55°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Valletta in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Valletta. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Valletta attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In April, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Valletta. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Valletta receives 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Alexandria is a little warmer than Valletta in the spring. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 19°C (66°F) in April, and Valletta fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Valletta 16°C (61°F)
Typical Weather for Valletta and Alexandria
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 13°C (55°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 90 mm (3.5 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 110 mm (4.3 in) |
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