Which place is cheaper, A Coruna or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or A Coruna?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and A Coruna 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: Cairo or A Coruna?
Cairo
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.
A Coruna
A Coruna is a busy port city located on a promontory of Spain's Galicia region. It is the capital city of a province of the same name, exhibiting a mix of the old and new from an ancient Roman lighthouse to modern apartments known for their glass balconies. Some of the highlights include the variety of architecture both age-old and modern, the old town, several museums, the harbor, and beaches.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 10-Day Tours from Barcelona, and The Best 2-Week Tours from Madrid.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17A Coruna $95
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in A Coruna is $95. 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 Cairo and A Coruna in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36A Coruna $55
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19A Coruna $110
Compare Hotels in Cairo and A Coruna
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or A Coruna? 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: Cairo Hotel Prices and A Coruna Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99A Coruna $14
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo
Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
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Metro Ride$0.08
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Taxi Ride$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $20
- private transfer from or to cairo international Airport: $15
- private tour to Abusimble transfer to Luxor and visiting Edfu : $175
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo HTL-APT (CAI): $33
- Try find your better than us ! Airport transfer service in Cairo APT-HTL (CAI): $33
- Transfer your private departure from your hotel to Cairo Airport: $20
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $109
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
- Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in A Coruna
Also for A Coruna, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago Airport (SCQ): $72
- Private Transfer from La Coruna Port to Santiago city hotels: $72
- Transfer from Coruna Airport to Ferrol: $131
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or A Coruna?
Prices for flights to both A Coruna and Cairo 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 dayCairo $4.75A Coruna $30
Typical Food Prices in Cairo
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
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Juice$0.04
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
- Cairo/Giza: Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show & Private Transfer : $9.63
- Cairo Dinner Cruise, Belly Dancer Show With Pickup Service: $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $12
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- VIP tour Giza pyramids ,Sphinx, Quad bike ,Camel, Dinner cruise : $19
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $19
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, Quad Bike, Night and Dinner Cruise on Nile: $19
- Private Cairo Food Tour : $20
- All inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & ATV &Dinner cruise : $20
- Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise private tour from Cairo Giza hotels: $22
- Private Cairo food tour and Egyptian tea: $22
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- The Great Dinner in A Coruña - Escape urban room: $64
- Food Market visit and Cooking Workshop in A Coruña: $104
- 3 Hour Tapas Tasting and Cooking Class in A Coruna: $104
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75A Coruna $10
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
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Entry to Camel Market for Two$0.84
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Egyptian Museum Entry for Two$6.49
Tours and Activities in Cairo
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- ( Stopover Tour Of Cairo ) Private All Inc.Pyramids,Camel Ride,Museum& Lunch: $180
- 2 Days 1 Nights Tour package to Saint-Catherine from Cairo : $300
- 2-Day Ancient Egypt Tour with Pyramids and Museums: $219
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Day Tour at Cairo & Giza : $200
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 4-Day Tours at Cairo & Giza & Alexandria: $209
- 8-Hour Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and local Bazaars: $26
- All Inclusive 2-Day Private Tour to All Pyramids and Cairo and 2 evenings: $299
- All Inclusive Full-Day Tour to Pyramids, Museum, mosque and Felucca: $79
- All Inclusive day tour to Giza pyramids, Egyptian museum and Felucca : $88
Typical Entertainment Prices in A Coruna
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for A Coruna's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Tower of Hercules$3.21
Tours and Activities in A Coruna
For A Coruna, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Group walking tour in Lugo: $1.09
- A Coruña Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: $8.95
- Guided Tour Lugo: $27
- Segway Tour Tower of Hercules: $32
- Essential Walking Tour through the Emblematic Places of Coruña: $32
- A Coruña boat tour from the sea: $38
- Private Walking Tour around Coruña with Beer or Wine: $53
- E-bike Tour La Coruña: $64
- Full-Day Excursion to Santiago from A Coruña for Cruisers Only: $75
- A Coruña Private Walking Tour : $82
- 2 Hours Private Walking Tour in Lugo: $82
- 2 Hour Private Old Town Walking Tour in La Coruña: $152
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17A Coruna $14
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and A Coruna, we can see that A Coruna is more expensive. And not only is Cairo much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. Since Cairo is in Africa and A Coruna is in Europe, 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 A Coruna would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in A Coruna 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 Cairo Expensive? and Is A Coruna Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or A Coruna?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 30 times larger than the population of A Coruna. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and A Coruna, 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 Cairo or A Coruna?
A Coruna has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Should I visit Cairo or A Coruna in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as A Coruna. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate.
Cairo is a little warmer than A Coruna in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and A Coruna fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 248 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than A Coruna. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 25 mm (1 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)A Coruna 19°C (66°F)
Should I visit Cairo or A Coruna in the Autumn?
Both A Coruna and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year.
In the autumn, Cairo is a little warmer than A Coruna. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and A Coruna averages at about 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 155 hours of full sun in the autumn.
It rains a lot this time of the year in A Coruna. In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 104 mm (4.1 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)A Coruna 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Cairo or A Coruna in the Winter?
Both A Coruna and Cairo during the winter are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year.
In January, Cairo is generally a little warmer than A Coruna. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and A Coruna fluctuates around 11°C (51°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than A Coruna. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while A Coruna receives 103 hours of full sun.
A Coruna gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in January than A Coruna. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)A Coruna 11°C (51°F)
Should I visit Cairo or A Coruna in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and A Coruna. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round.
Cairo is much warmer than A Coruna in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and A Coruna fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than A Coruna during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while A Coruna receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than A Coruna. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while A Coruna receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)A Coruna 13°C (55°F)
Typical Weather for A Coruna and Cairo
| Cairo | A Coruna | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (58°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (62°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (67°F) | 29 mm (1.1 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 19°C (65°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 104 mm (4.1 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 128 mm (5 in) |
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