A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Amritsar vs. Rabat for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Amritsar or Rabat?

Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?

Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Amritsar and Rabat can help. It includes a travel cost comparison in addition to other factors. For many travelers, the cost of a destination is a primary consideration when choosing where to go.

Where Should I go: Amritsar or Rabat?

Amritsar

Amritsar is a holy city of the Sikh religion, named "holy pool of nectar" for the pool around the base of the Golden Temple complex. This complex is the city's main attraction, bringing pilgrims from all over to bathe in the waters of the sacred pool and visit the sacred temple.

Rabat

While not high on the tourist destination list, Rabat is a quiet gem of a city with stunning colonial architecture and palm-lined streets. This political capital is a laid-back, pleasant alternative to the more cosmopolitan Casablanca.

Located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean at the mouth of the river Bou Regreg, Rabat plus the city of Temera are home to a combined metropolitan population of 2.6 million.

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Which place is cheaper, Rabat or Amritsar?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

The average daily cost (per person) in Amritsar is $59, while the average daily cost in Rabat is $57. 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 Amritsar and Rabat in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Amritsar $20
    Rabat $29
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Amritsar $40
    Rabat $58
Compare Hotels in Amritsar and Rabat

Looking for a hotel in Amritsar or Rabat? 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.

Hotels in Amritsar


Hotels in Rabat


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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: Amritsar Hotel Prices and Rabat Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Amritsar $14
    Rabat $2.28

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Amritsar

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Amritsar:

  • Amritsar to Dharamshala Tour (One Way Transfer): $79

Typical Local Transportation Prices in Rabat

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Rabat:


  • Taxi to Sale
    $3.79

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Rabat

Also for Rabat, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:

  • Best Private Transfer services between Rabat & Fez: $118
  • Casablanca to Rabat Transfer to Rabat Airport or any Hotel: $68
  • From Rabat : Private Transfer to Fes via Meknes & volubilis: $165
  • From Private transfer to El Jadida city: $106
  • Luxury Chauffeur Transfer Rabat to Casablanca Airport (CMN): $71
  • Luxury airport transfer to downtown Rabat: $24
  • One Way Private Transfer Rabat Airport to Casablanca City: $142
  • One Way Private Transfer from Rabat Sale Airport to Rabat Medina: $25
  • Private Airport Transfer Rabat Airport to Rabat city: $25
  • Private Airport Transfer from Rabat to Salé Airport: $20
  • Private Departure Transfer from Rabat to Casablanca Airport: $70
  • Private Departure Transfer from Rabat to Casablanca Airport: $71

Is it cheaper to fly into Amritsar or Rabat?

Prices for flights to both Rabat and Amritsar 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Amritsar $28
    Rabat $23

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Amritsar

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Amritsar.

  • Agra: Guided Street Food Tour w/ Private Transportation: $20
  • Amritsar Food Tour: $29
  • Lunch/Dinner and Cooking Class with a Local Family (3-4 hours): $38
  • Wagah Border Retreat Ceremony With Traditional Dinner: $45
  • Private Farm-Fresh Punjabi Cooking Class in Amritsar: $136
  • Sadda Pind With Lunch Or Dinner From Amritsar: $164

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Rabat

For Rabat, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:

  • Private Food Tour of Rabat’s Old Medina by Green Taxi: $34
  • Taste the Medina Like a Local Rabat Food Tour: $36
  • Express Moroccan Cooking Workshop in Rabat: $40
  • Cooking Class: $47
  • Join Best Moroccan Cooking Class with Chef Khadija ( Over 35 years Experience ): $53
  • Rabat Eats Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
  • Rabat Nights Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
  • Moroccan Cooking Class with Local Amazigh Family in Medina Rabat: $68
  • Rabat Restaurant Cooking Class: $70
  • Rabat Authentic Moroccan Cooking Class with Expert Chefs: $70
  • Rabat Food Tour: $79
  • Rabat Family Cooking Class: $89

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Amritsar $13
    Rabat $3.08

Tours and Activities in Amritsar

Here are a few actual costs in Amritsar for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • 2 Days Tour! City Tour , Village Tour, Food n Heritage Walk Tour: $108
  • A Day Trip of Amritsar Golden City from Delhi with Flight Tickets: $60
  • Agra : Taj Mahal & Mausoleum Tour With Skip-the-Line Entry: $6.76
  • Agra: Agra Fort and Baby Taj Private Tour with Pickup & Drop: $15
  • Amritsar (Golden Temple & Wagah) with Village 2 Days Tour: $56
  • Amritsar 1 Day Guided Tour-Golden Temple, Jalliawala Bagh, Wagah: $48
  • Amritsar 1 Day Sightseeing with Wagah Border: $32
  • Amritsar 1 Day Tour, Golden Temple with Wagah Border: $29
  • Amritsar 1 Day Tour: Golden Temple, Jalianwala Bagh, Wagah Border: $49
  • Amritsar City Tour: $204
  • Amritsar City Tour ( EXCLUDING WAGAH BORDER): $43
  • Amritsar City Tour ( Including Wagah Border Ceremony): $54

Tours and Activities in Rabat

Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Rabat.

  • 4 Days from marrakech to Merzouga Group tour: $3.55
  • Explore Rabat Highlights by Premium Car – Private City Tour: $30
  • Rabat Small Group Walking Tour with Licensed Tour Guide: $30
  • Rabat Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems: $30
  • Rabat Walking Tour, City of lights by night: $32
  • Rabat City Tour by Tuk Tuk – Private Experience: $32
  • Rabat tuktuk tour: $32
  • Private TukTuk Tour of Medina, Chellah, Hassan Tower,Udaya: $33
  • Explore Rabat by Electric Tuk Tuk – Private City Highlights Tour: $34
  • Private Half-Day Exploration Tour of Rabat in a Green Taxi: $35
  • Experience Todra Gorge Hiking Adventure: $35
  • Private Premium Rabat City Tour expérience: $36

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Amritsar $12
    Rabat -


When comparing the travel costs between Amritsar and Rabat, we can see that Amritsar is more expensive. However, the two cities are actually relatively comparable in price, as the difference is somewhat minimal. Generally, this means that you could travel with generally the same travel style and level of luxury in each place. Even though Amritsar is in Asia and Rabat is in Africa, both of these destinations have relatively similar prices of travel. Generally, the levels of luxury and expenses are the same for these cities even though they are geographically far apart.

If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Amritsar Expensive? and Is Rabat Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Amritsar or Rabat?

Rabat has a larger population, and is about 52% larger than the population of Amritsar. When comparing the sizes of Amritsar and Rabat, 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 Amritsar or Rabat?

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 Amritsar or Rabat in the Summer?

Both Rabat and Amritsar during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Amritsar because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Rabat year-round.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Amritsar. Amritsar usually gets more rain in July than Rabat. Amritsar gets 206 mm (8.1 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain this time of the year.

In Rabat, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Amritsar. In the summer, Amritsar often gets less sunshine than Rabat. Amritsar gets 215 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 315 hours of full sun.

Amritsar can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Amritsar is generally a little warmer than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Amritsar average around 33°C (91°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Amritsar 33°C (91°F) 
    Rabat 23°C (73°F)

Should I visit Amritsar or Rabat in the Autumn?

The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Amritsar and Rabat. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Amritsar year-round. Rabat attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.

In October, Amritsar usually receives less rain than Rabat. Amritsar gets 16 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 44 mm (1.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Rabat this time of the year. In Amritsar, it's very sunny this time of the year. Amritsar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat during autumn. Amritsar gets 252 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 234 hours of full sun in the autumn.

Amritsar is a little warmer than Rabat in the autumn. The daily temperature in Amritsar averages around 27°C (81°F) in October, and Rabat fluctuates around 20°C (67°F).


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Amritsar 27°C (81°F) 
    Rabat 20°C (67°F)

Should I visit Amritsar or Rabat in the Winter?

The winter brings many poeple to Amritsar as well as Rabat. Amritsar attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Rabat throughout the year.

Amritsar usually gets less rain in January than Rabat. Amritsar gets 23 mm (0.9 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.

In the winter, Amritsar often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat. Amritsar gets 181 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Rabat receives 182 hours of full sun.

In the winter, Amritsar is around the same temperature as Rabat. Typically, the winter temperatures in Amritsar in January average around 14°C (58°F), and Rabat averages at about 13°C (56°F).


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Amritsar 14°C (58°F) 
    Rabat 13°C (56°F)

Should I visit Amritsar or Rabat in the Spring?

Both Rabat and Amritsar are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Amritsar throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Rabat because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.

In April, Amritsar usually receives less rain than Rabat. Amritsar gets 25 mm (1 in) of rain, while Rabat receives 62 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the spring.

It's quite sunny in Rabat. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Amritsar. Amritsar usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Rabat during spring. Amritsar gets 265 hours of sunny skies, while Rabat receives 255 hours of full sun in the spring.

In April, Amritsar is generally much warmer than Rabat. Daily temperatures in Amritsar average around 28°C (83°F), and Rabat fluctuates around 16°C (60°F).


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Amritsar 28°C (83°F) 
    Rabat 16°C (60°F)

Typical Weather for Rabat and Amritsar

Amritsar Rabat
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (58°F) 23 mm (0.9 in) 13°C (56°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)
Feb 17°C (62°F) 32 mm (1.3 in) 14°C (57°F) 74 mm (2.9 in)
Mar 22°C (72°F) 41 mm (1.6 in) 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Apr 28°C (83°F) 25 mm (1 in) 16°C (60°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
May 33°C (91°F) 18 mm (0.7 in) 18°C (64°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Jun 35°C (96°F) 45 mm (1.8 in) 20°C (69°F) 7 mm (0.3 in)
Jul 33°C (91°F) 206 mm (8.1 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Aug 32°C (90°F) 178 mm (7 in) 23°C (73°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Sep 31°C (88°F) 99 mm (3.9 in) 22°C (72°F) 6 mm (0.2 in)
Oct 27°C (81°F) 16 mm (0.6 in) 20°C (67°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Nov 21°C (70°F) 6 mm (0.2 in) 16°C (62°F) 97 mm (3.8 in)
Dec 16°C (60°F) 19 mm (0.7 in) 14°C (57°F) 102 mm (4 in)