Which place is cheaper, Vilnius 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 Vilnius?
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 Vilnius can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Alexandria or Vilnius?
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 The Alexandria Library housed their most sacred and historical documents only to be burned to the ground.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.
Vilnius
Vilnius is the capital and largest city in the country of Lithuania. It has a population of more than 500,000 residents and is located in the valley between the Neris River and the Vilnia River in the southeastern part of the country. Visitors come to the city for its beautiful Old Town, impressive architecture, and fascinating culture. In 2009 it was named the European Capital of Culture along with the city of Linz, in Austria.
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 Vilnius, and The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Lithuania.
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Alexandria Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAlexandria $28Vilnius $133
The average daily cost (per person) in Alexandria is $28, while the average daily cost in Vilnius 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 Vilnius in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAlexandria $10Vilnius $47
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAlexandria $20Vilnius $94
Compare Hotels in Alexandria and Vilnius
Looking for a hotel in Alexandria or Vilnius? 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 Vilnius Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Alexandria $3.76Vilnius $8.29
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 or to Borg Al Arab Airport: $14
- Private Airport Transfer in Alexandria: $21
- Alexandria Airport Arrival Transfer: $24
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Alexandria Airport: $30
- Alexandria to Alexandria Airport (HBE)-Departure Private Transfer: $35
- Private Transfer from Alexandria to El Alamein 1-Way & Round-Trip: $36
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Airport (HBE) to Alexandria Port: $42
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Port to Alexandria City Hotels: $42
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to El Alamein/Marassi: $47
- Private Transfer from Alexandria Hotels to Cairo Airport: $49
- Private Transfer from 6 of October City to El Cairo (CAI) Airport: $56
- Private Transfer from Borg El Arab Airport to Marsa Matrouh: $69
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Vilnius
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Vilnius:
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Train to Airport$0.91
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Vilnius
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Vilnius:
- CO2-Offset Arrival Transfer from Vilnius VNO Airport to Vilnius: $99
- From Suburbs Hot Air Balloon Ride w/ Hotel Transfer: $164
- Hot air balloon flight Vilnius, Trakai with Transfer & Shampagne: $197
- Private Vilnius Airport Arrival Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Airport Private Transfer: $41
- Vilnius Private 1-Way Airport Transfer: $70
- Hot Air Balloon Ride with Hotel Transfer: $235
- Jewish Heritage Sites Private Tour with Transfer: $235
- Trakai Tour with Audio Guide and Minibus Transfers: $35
Is it cheaper to fly into Alexandria or Vilnius?
Prices for flights to both Vilnius 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 $14Vilnius $72
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
- Alexandria Food Tour Top Rated: $40
- Food Tour in Alexandria for Lunch or Dinner in The Best Restaurants: $45
- Private Food Tour To The Famous Restaurant In Alexandria: $56
- From Giza: Sound&light show, Giza pyramids and Dinner on the Nile: $94
- GEM and Pyramids Tour with Cruise Dinner From Alexandria Port: $120
Typical Food Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of dining costs in Vilnius are as follows:
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Dinner for Two$15
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Vilnius
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Vilnius.
- Zeppelin Cooking Class: $115
- Cooking Class in Vilnius: $115
- Lithuanian Cooking Class in the city center: $174
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Alexandria $5.24Vilnius $11
Tours and Activities in Alexandria
Here are a few actual costs in Alexandria for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Tour to The Qaitbay Citadel in Alexandria: $19
- Group Tour to the landmarks of Alexandria from Alexandria city: $20
- Half Day Tour to Bibliotheca Alexandrina: $22
- Alexandria Walking Tour-Walk Like Egyptian: $23
- Catacombs of kom el shoqafa Guided Walking Tour: $30
- Graeco Roman Museum Guided Walking Tour by a Storyteller: $35
- Guided City Walking Tour: $35
- Private Alexandria Highlights Guided Day Tour: $35
- Rosetta Day Tour from Alexandria Islamic architecture: $37
- Grand Egyptian museum, GEM Tour with a Licensed Private Guide: $40
- Alexandria Day Tour Visit the Tob attractions of Alexandria City: $40
- Alexandria Library Exclusive Guided Walking Tour: $40
Typical Entertainment Prices in Vilnius
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Vilnius are as follows:
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Walking Tour$6.62
Tours and Activities in Vilnius
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Vilnius are as follows:
- Vilnius Self-Guided Audio Experience: $6.00
- Vilnius Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour: $6.38
- Secrets of Old Vilnius Smartphone App GPS Audio Walking Tour: $7.50
- History Loop with Audio and Quiz at Vilnius Self-Guided Tour: $8.12
- Iron Wolf to Gate of Dawn Self Guided Tour of Vilnius: $8.99
- Self-Guided Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $10
- Audio Tour of the South Part of the Vilnius Old Town: $11
- Live guide tour via WhatsApp - Vilnius Ghetto: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core: $12
- The Old Town of A Self-Guided Audio Tour: $12
- Audio Tour of Vilnius Old Town Core and the South Part 2in1: $14
- Discover Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAlexandria $1.42Vilnius $6.95
Typical Alcohol Prices in Vilnius
Here are a few samples of the prices for alcohol and nightlife in Vilnius from other travelers:
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Beer$4.97
Sample the Local Flavors in Vilnius
Also in Vilnius, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Vilnius Private Pub & Bar Crawl Tour & Hidden Gems: $62
- Pub Crawl with Welcome Drink and Traditional Snacks: $77
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Alexandria and Vilnius, we can see that Vilnius 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 Vilnius 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 Vilnius would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Vilnius 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 Vilnius Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Alexandria or Vilnius?
Alexandria has a larger population, and is about 7 times larger than the population of Vilnius. When comparing the sizes of Alexandria and Vilnius, 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 Vilnius?
Vilnius 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 Vilnius in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Alexandria and Vilnius. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Alexandria year-round. Also, most visitors come to Vilnius for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Alexandria is generally a little warmer than Vilnius. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 26°C (79°F), and Vilnius fluctuates around 18°C (65°F).
In July, Alexandria usually receives less rain than Vilnius. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAlexandria 26°C (79°F)Vilnius 18°C (65°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Vilnius in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Alexandria as well as Vilnius. Alexandria attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Vilnius because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Alexandria is much warmer than Vilnius in the autumn. The daily temperature in Alexandria averages around 22°C (72°F) in October, and Vilnius fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in October than Vilnius. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 53 mm (2.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAlexandria 22°C (72°F)Vilnius 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Vilnius in the Winter?
Both Vilnius 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, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Vilnius this time of year.
It's quite cold in Vilnius in the winter. In the winter, Alexandria is much warmer than Vilnius. Typically, the winter temperatures in Alexandria in January average around 13°C (55°F), and Vilnius averages at about -5°C (23°F).
In January, Alexandria usually receives more rain than Vilnius. Alexandria gets 50 mm (2 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 41 mm (1.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAlexandria 13°C (55°F)Vilnius -5°C (23°F)
Should I visit Alexandria or Vilnius in the Spring?
Both Vilnius 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. Furthermore, many travelers come to Vilnius for the natural beauty.
In April, Alexandria is generally much warmer than Vilnius. Daily temperatures in Alexandria average around 19°C (66°F), and Vilnius fluctuates around 7°C (45°F).
Alexandria usually gets less rain in April than Vilnius. Alexandria gets 10 mm (0.4 in) of rain, while Vilnius receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAlexandria 19°C (66°F)Vilnius 7°C (45°F)
Typical Weather for Vilnius 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 (23°F) | 41 mm (1.6 in) |
| Feb | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) | -4°C (26°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
| Mar | 16°C (61°F) | 20 mm (0.8 in) | 1°C (33°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
| Apr | 19°C (66°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Jun | 23°C (73°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 77 mm (3 in) |
| Jul | 26°C (79°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Aug | 27°C (81°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 72 mm (2.8 in) |
| Sep | 25°C (77°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Oct | 22°C (72°F) | 10 mm (0.4 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 53 mm (2.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 30 mm (1.2 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
| Dec | 14°C (57°F) | 50 mm (2 in) | -2°C (29°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
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