Which place is cheaper, Casablanca or Aswan?
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 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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Aswan Prices
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAswan $27Casablanca $87
The average daily cost (per person) in Aswan is $27, while the average daily cost in Casablanca is $87. 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 $8.97Casablanca $43
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAswan $18Casablanca $86
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 $4.92Casablanca $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Aswan
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Aswan:
- Transfer from Aswan Airport to Hotels or Nile Cruise in Aswan: $8.00
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $8.00
- Private transfer from Aswan to Aswan Airport: $10
- Private Airport Arrival/Departure One Way Transfer: $11
- Shared Transfer: Aswan Airport to Hotels: $15
- Private Transfer From Aswan Airport Transfer To Hotel: $15
- Private Transfer from Aswan Airport to Anywhere in Aswan: $15
- Private Transfer Service From Aswan Airport to anywhere in Aswan: $16
- Aswan Airport VIP Transfer – Private,Comfortable &On-Time Service: $18
- Private Transfer from / to aswan airport: $19
- Aswan airport transfer: $21
- Private transfer from/to Aswan train station: $21
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)$7.13
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Taxi Ride$8.15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Casablanca
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Casablanca:
- Airport Transfer Marrakech: $14
- Casablanca Airport Transfers: $15
- Casablanca Airport (CMN) Private Transfer to Casablanca City: $18
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Casablanca City Arrival transfer: $19
- Casablanca CMN Mohammed V Airport Transfer: $20
- Private Casablanca Airport Transfer to Casablanca City: $20
- Casablanca Mohamed V Airport to Hotels Private Arrival transfer: $20
- Private Transfer with Driver to the Airport: $20
- Private Transfer to Mohammed V Airport: $21
- Mohammed V Airport to City Private Transfer: $21
- Casablanca Airport CMN to Casablanca City Private Transfer: $21
- Casablanca Airport Private Transfer To/From City-No Waiting 24/7: $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 $13Casablanca $34
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Aswan
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Aswan.
- Nubian Dinner in Nubian Village Of Aswan: $40
- Night Dinner Cruise in Cairo: $42
- Nubian Dinner at Nubian Village: $51
- Private Evening Dinner Cruise in Cairo: $75
Typical Food Prices in Casablanca
Some typical examples of dining costs in Casablanca are as follows:
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Breakfast$3.06
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Lunch$9.17
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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.
- Casablanca Tour by Night Dinner Included: $48
- Food Tour with Tastings in Quartier Habous: $55
- Moroccan Cooking Class Casablanca: $57
- Bahja Bites Casablanca Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Maghrib Meals Casablanca Food Tour with 15+ Tastings: $59
- Cooking Moroccan Food with local & try Traditional Clothes: $60
- Casablanca : Traditional Moroccan Cooking Class with Locals: $60
- Casablanca Family Dinner Experience: $64
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $67
- Casablanca City Night Tour and Traditional Moroccan Dinner: $69
- Casablanca Street Food Tour with Local Tastings: $70
- Casablanca By Night Street Food Tour: $71
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Aswan $8.44Casablanca $9.10
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$1.09
Tours and Activities in Aswan
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Aswan are as follows:
- Podcast Tour Aswan Drowned Histories and Living Shores: $5.47
- Private Shopping tour in Aswan Bazzars: $8.00
- Private shopping tour in Aswan bazzars: $8.00
- Adventure Felucca Ride in Aswan ( Private boat ): $17
- Felucca Nile Cruise in Aswan: $20
- Aswan Tour, Philae Temple and High Dam: $21
- Authentic Nubian Village Tour with a Female Local Guide: $23
- Aswan to Abu Simbel Temple (Day Tour): $25
- Shared Half-Day Tour to the Nubian Village: $25
- 3 or 2 or 1 Nights Mighty Nile Felucca Adventure: $25
- Aswan Highlights Tour Philae Temple High Dam Unfinished Obelisk: $25
- Private Tour Sail on the Nile Aswan Felucca Ride: $25
Tours and Activities in Casablanca
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Casablanca are as follows:
- Skip the line Hassan II Mosque guided Tour entry tickets included: $16
- Skip the line Hassan 2 mosque Premium Tour entry ticket included: $16
- Casablanca Hassan II Mosque Guided Tour with Skip the Line Entry: $16
- Casablanca Half Day Guided Tour: $17
- Hassan II Mosque Premium Tour with Entry Ticket: $19
- Hassan II Mosque & City Highlights Tour: $21
- City Highlights Tour: $23
- Private Guided Tour: $23
- Hassan II Mosque Tour w/ City Highlights Option: $30
- Skip-the-Line Hassan II Mosque Entry Ticket with Guided Tour: $30
- Casablanca City Tour with Hassan II Mosque – 4 Options: $30
- Casablanca in Style: A Deluxe Guided Experience: $32
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAswan $0.96Casablanca -
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.