Which place is cheaper, Cairo or Aqaba?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
If you're trying to decide where to visit between Aqaba or Cairo, this travel comparison, which includes costs, can help. The overall cost of travel is usually a consideration when deciding where to go next, and the cost comparison down below can help you decide based on the average prices from other travelers along with your own travel budget.
Aqaba is a port city in Jordan, in fact, it is the only port city in the country. This city is located on the Gulf of Aqaba on the Red Sea, which is in the southern part of Jordan. The city is still being developed; many of its facilities and infrastructures are being improved. The population of Aqaba is about 190,000 and the city has been key in developing Jordan's economy via trade and tourism.
Cairo is the chaotic capital city of Egypt. With a population of more than 16 million, it is one of the largest cities in both Africa and the Middle East. As a traveler, you're likely to arrive and leave from here and you'll get your first orientation to the area during the chaotic and congestion filled taxi ride from the airport.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Luxury Tours to Jordan, The Best Budget Tours to Jordan, The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, and The Best Historical Tours in Egypt.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Aqaba is $127, while the average daily cost in Cairo is $18. 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 Aqaba and Cairo in more detail.
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Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aqaba:
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
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Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aqaba.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
Here are a few actual costs in Aqaba for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aqaba and Cairo, we can see that Aqaba is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Aqaba is in Middle East and Cairo 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 Cairo would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Cairo 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 Aqaba would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Aqaba than you might in Cairo.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aqaba Expensive? and Is Cairo Expensive?.
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 80 times larger than the population of Aqaba. When comparing the sizes of Aqaba and Cairo, 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.
Both destinations experience a warmer climate with nice weather most of the year. Instead of summer and winter seasons, they usually have a rainy season and a dry season.
Both Cairo and Aqaba are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Aqaba throughout the year. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In July, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Cairo. Aqaba gets 0 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 1 mm (0 in) of rain each month for the summer.
It's quite sunny in Cairo. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Aqaba. Aqaba usually receives more sunshine than Cairo during summer. Aqaba gets 384 hours of sunny skies, while Cairo receives 350 hours of full sun in the summer.
Aqaba can become quite hot in the summer. In July, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Cairo. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 33°C (91°F), and Cairo fluctuates around 28°C (82°F).
Both Cairo and Aqaba during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Aqaba because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in October than Cairo. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Aqaba. In the autumn, Aqaba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cairo. Aqaba gets 295 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cairo receives 290 hours of full sun.
Aqaba is a little warmer than Cairo in the autumn. The daily temperature in Aqaba averages around 26°C (79°F) in October, and Cairo fluctuates around 23°C (73°F).
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Aqaba and Cairo. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Aqaba year-round. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
In January, Aqaba usually receives less rain than Cairo. Aqaba gets 3 mm (0.1 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In Aqaba, it's very sunny this time of the year. Aqaba usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Cairo during winter. Aqaba gets 234 hours of sunny skies, while Cairo receives 221 hours of full sun in the winter.
In the winter, Aqaba is around the same temperature as Cairo. Typically, the winter temperatures in Aqaba in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Cairo averages at about 14°C (57°F).
The spring brings many poeple to Aqaba as well as Cairo. Aqaba attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
Aqaba usually gets less rain in April than Cairo. Aqaba gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Cairo receives 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Aqaba this time of the year. In the spring, Aqaba often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Cairo. Aqaba gets 282 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Cairo receives 276 hours of full sun.
In April, Aqaba is generally a little warmer than Cairo. Daily temperatures in Aqaba average around 24°C (75°F), and Cairo fluctuates around 21°C (70°F).
Aqaba | Cairo | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) |
Feb | 16°C (61°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) |
Mar | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) |
Apr | 24°C (75°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) |
May | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Jun | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Jul | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Aug | 33°C (91°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) |
Sep | 31°C (88°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Oct | 26°C (79°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) |
Nov | 20°C (68°F) | 2 mm (0.1 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) |