Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Aswan?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Aswan or Casablanca?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Should I visit Aswan or Casablanca? This is a common question asked by many travelers. By figuring out which city has activities that align with your interests along with knowing which is more affordable, you'll understand where you can get more bang for your buck. So, let's dive into the details and the data, which all comes from actual travelers.
Where Should I go: Aswan or Casablanca?
Aswan
Lounging along the Nile like Egyptian royalty is a fantasy for most world travelers. If you want to do it without the hustle and bustle of Cairo, there's always Aswan. This city in the south of Egypt is the smallest of the three major cities on the Nile. Located just below the Aswan Dam and Lake Nasser, Aswan's 275,00 people include a large portion of Nubians – mostly resettled from their flooded homeland.
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 10-Day Tours in Egypt, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in Egypt, 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 dayAswan $16Casablanca $71
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $16, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $71. 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 Aswan and Casablanca in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAswan $6.75Casablanca $42
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $14Casablanca $84
Compare Hotels in Aswan and Casablanca
Looking for a hotel in Aswan 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: Aswan Hotel Prices and Casablanca Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Aswan $4.34Casablanca $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Aswan: $5.00
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $6.40
- Station Aswan Transfer To hotel: $8.00
- Private Transfer from Aswan Hotels to Aswan Airport: $8.00
- Private Aswan Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Transfer: $10
- Private transfer from/to Aswan train station: $10
- Private Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Transfer: $10
- Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Private Transfer: $10
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Anywhere in Aswan: $10
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $10
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $10
- Aswan airport transfer : $11
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)$6.98
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Taxi Ride$7.98
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Private Airport Transfer from or to Marrakech Menara Airport.: $6.34
- Best Private Transfer From Casablanca Airport To All Morocco: $17
- Private Transfer to Mohammed V Airport: $19
- Mohammed V Airport to City Private Transfer: $19
- Casablanca private Airport Transfer : $19
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer : $19
- Casablanca Private Transfer from Hotel Accommodation To Airport : $19
- Transfer from Mohammed V Airport to your hotel Casablanca: $19
- Transfer from your hotel Casablanca to Mohammed V Airport: $19
- Private transfer from Casablanca Airport to hotels and cities: $20
- Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Casablanca Cruise Port - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
- Casablanca Mohammed V Airport (CMN) to Casablanca - Arrival Private Transfer: $21
Is it cheaper to fly into Aswan or Casablanca?
Prices for flights to both Casablanca and Aswan 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 dayAswan $5.73Casablanca $19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Dinner at Soleih restaurant by vehicle: $33
- Nubian Dinner in Nubian Village Of Aswan: $40
- Your Grandmothers Cooking Class In Aswan : $90
- Dinner In Nile Cruise in Aswan: $150
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$2.99
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Lunch$8.97
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Dinner at Rick's Cafe (for Two)$32
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
- Couscous Cooking with a Local Family: $50
- Street Food Tour by Night: $60
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $64
- Street private Guided Food Tour with Tastings: $66
- Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $70
- Experience Casablanca Night Tour & Authentic Moroccan Dinner: $72
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $74
- Street Private Guided Food Tour with Tastings at Casablanca: $74
- Central Market Food Tour with Tastings and Lunch: $95
- Casablanca Food Tour - Moroccan Street Food Tour: $105
- Casablanca Private Night Tour with Traditional Dinner: $130
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $6.11Casablanca $8.90
Typical Entertainment Prices in Aswan
Some typical examples of activities, tours, and entrance ticket prices in Aswan are as follows:
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Temple Kom Ombo for Two$1.26
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Temple Of Kalabsha Entry Tickets: $3.80
- Unfinished Obelisk in Aswan Entry Ticket: $6.28
- Philae Temple Entry Ticket: $11
- Aswan High Dam Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off: $13
- Day Trip to Nubian Village with Camel Tour: $15
- Unfinished Obelisk Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off: $16
- Philae temple entry ticket: $16
- City Tour in Aswan by Bicycle : $16
- Private Day Tour to Phalie Temple, High Dam, Unfinished Obelisk: $17
- Unfinished Obelisk Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off: $18
- Kom Ombo Entry Tickets Included Pickup And Drop Off From Aswan: $19
- 2 Hours Tour in Philae Temple: $19
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: $10
- Skip the line Hassan II mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $12
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $15
- Hassan II Mosque : Secure your Skip The Line Tickets Now !: $15
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $15
- Private Tour the Mosque Hassan II & Sacred Heart Cathedral: $15
- The Backstage of Art: Private Guided Tour: $20
- City Tour with Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket: $24
- Traditional Souks Shopping Private Guided Tour: $24
- casablanca Shopping Hidden Souks : Private guided Tour: $26
- City Highlights Tour with Lunch: $26
- Hassan II Mosque: Fast-Track Tickets Available!: $31
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $1.24Casablanca -
Sample the Local Flavors in Casablanca
Also in Casablanca, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Wine Tasting and Lunch at the oldest Domaine from Casablanca: $299
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Aswan and Casablanca, we can see that Casablanca is more expensive. And not only is Aswan much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Aswan would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Aswan 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 Casablanca would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Casablanca than you might in Aswan.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Aswan Expensive? and Is Casablanca Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Aswan or Casablanca?
Casablanca has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Aswan. When comparing the sizes of Aswan 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.