Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Ankara?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Ankara or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city should you visit? Read on to compare the activities as well as the prices of travel for Ankara and Casablanca. We'll break down costs for accommodation, food, transportation and more to help you learn more about these two destinations. Then, you can figure out if either of these two places are accessible based on your travel budget, schedule, and interests. So, let's dig into it.
Where Should I go: Ankara or Casablanca?
Ankara
Located at the heart of Turkey near Central Anatolia, Ankara is the capital city and second largest city in the country after Istanbul. Formerly known for its long-haired goats and textiles, the city has since developed into a metropolitan mix of modern cultures with historic landmarks.
Casablanca
Casablanca is so much more than a classic Bogart movie with killer one-liners. It is also the largest, most cosmopolitan city in the country of Morocco. Sitting at the economic and industrial heart of this region, Casablanca has a population of approximately four million. Brush up on your high school French before visiting this lively city as it's the main language spoken by the locals. While this is the most liberal and progressive city in Morocco, remember to be cautious in this region of the world with your western views.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Budget Tours to Turkey, The Best Tours for Seniors to Turkey, The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in Morocco, and The Best 10-Day Tours in Morocco.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAnkara $115Casablanca $73
The average daily cost (per person) in Ankara is $115, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $73. 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 Ankara and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAnkara $56Casablanca $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAnkara $112Casablanca $86
Compare Hotels in Ankara and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Ankara or Casablanca? 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: Ankara Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Ankara $37Casablanca $11
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Ankara
Here are some examples of typical transportation prices from actual travelers in Ankara:
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Metro Ride$0.04
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Short Taxi Ride$0.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Ankara
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Ankara:
- Private transfer: Ankara Airport (ESB) to Ankara: $40
- Private transfer: Ankara to Ankara Airport (ESB): $40
- Ankara Private Departure Transfer from City hotels to Airport: $60
- Ankara Esenboğa Airport From/To City Center Private Transfer: $63
- Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers to Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels: $72
- Private Transfers Between Ankara Esenboga Airport - Ankara City Centre: $75
- Ankara City Center (Cankaya,Kizilay) Hotels to Ankara Esenboga Airport transfers: $78
- Ankara Private Transfer from central Ankara hotels to Ankara Airport (ESB): $111
- Private Transfer from Ankara Esenboga Airport (ESB) to Central Ankara: $111
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Kizilcahamam Town: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Gordion Ancient City: $185
- Private Transfers Ankara City or Esenboga Airport to/from Beypazari Town: $185
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Casablanca
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Casablanca:
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Train from Airport (for 2)$7.11
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Taxi Ride$8.13
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Private Transfer Marrakech-Casablanca: $155
- Airport Transfer from Casablanca to Fez: $139
- Airport transfer from Casablanca airport to Marrakech: $103
- Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $17
- Bi-directional Casablanca Airport Transfer.: $25
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $195
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $338
- Casablanca & Marrakech Private Transfer: $179
- Casablanca : Private Transfer From Fez To Casablanca: $146
- Casablanca Airport (CMN): Transfer to Casablanca Cruise Port: $107
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Chef-chaouen Private Transfer: $238
- Casablanca Airport Arrival To Essaouira Private Transfer: $232
Is it cheaper to fly into Ankara or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Ankara 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 dayAnkara $32Casablanca $20
Typical Food Prices in Ankara
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Ankara:
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A Quick Lunch$0.35
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.05
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Lunch$9.14
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$33
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Casablanca
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Casablanca.
- Flavors of Morocco Food Tour in Casablanca: $30
- Street Food Tour by Night: $61
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $65
- Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $68
- Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $72
- Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $74
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $75
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $101
- Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca with Return Hotel Transfers: $108
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $113
- Casablanca Food Tour: $115
- Beach view cooking class: $133
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Ankara $34Casablanca $9.07
Typical Entertainment Prices in Ankara
Here are a few typical costs in Ankara for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Underground City$0.25
Tours and Activities in Ankara
Here are a few actual costs in Ankara for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Private Walking tour With A Guide (Private Tour): $33
- Ankara : Private Walking Tour With A Guide ( Private Tour ) : $33
- Private Tour with a Local: $38
- Ankara : Highlights Walking Tour: $49
- Istanbul: Half-Day Tour with Topkapi Palace: $145
- Istanbul: Golden Horn & Bosphorus Day Cruise: $165
- Half Day Private Tour in Ankara: $215
- Ankara Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide: $223
- Private Tour: Ankara Sightseeing: $235
- Ankara Private Walking Tour: $272
- Private Ankara City Tours by an Archaeologist Tour Guide : $280
- Konya and Cappdocia Tour (3 Days-2 Nights): $447
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Platinum Tour - Hassan II Mosque and cathedral: $13
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $15
- Hassan II Mosque Skip-the-Line Guided Tour: $15
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $16
- Private Tour the Mosque Hassan II & Notre Damme Cathedral: $17
- Hassan II Mosque: Fast-Track Tickets Available!: $18
- The Backstage of Art: Private Guided Tour: $21
- Historical and Cultural Casablanca Half-Day Guided Tour: $21
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $21
- Traditional Souks Shopping Private Tour: $24
- casablanca Shopping Hidden Souks : Private guided Tour: $26
- Private or Group Guided City Tour: $26
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAnkara $15Casablanca -
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Ankara and Casablanca, we can see that Ankara is more expensive. And not only is Casablanca much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Ankara is in Europe and Casablanca is in Africa, 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 Casablanca would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Casablanca 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 Ankara would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Ankara than you might in Casablanca.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Ankara Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Ankara or Casablanca?
Ankara has a larger population, and is about 12% larger than the population of Casablanca. When comparing the sizes of Ankara and Casablanca, 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.
Budget Your Trip is all about finding out how much everything costs so that you can travel cheaper and longer. Created by avid travelers Laurie and Bryan, our goal is to help you plan your next trip on the right budget. With average daily travel costs that are calculated from the budgets of real travelers, plus an analysis of hotel and tour prices, you can find out how much money you need to plan your next adventure. We also have plenty of travel advice, accommodation reviews, and activity suggestions.