A Travel Price Comparison for Families, Couples, and Backpackers Cairo vs. Acapulco de Juarez for Vacations, Tours, and Honeymoons

Should you visit Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez?

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 Acapulco de Juarez 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 Acapulco de Juarez?

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.

Acapulco de Juarez

Located on the southwestern Pacific Coast of Mexico is the beautiful beach city of Acapulco de Juarez. Acapulco is one of the original travel and resort destinations in Mexico, and it's still considered a popular spring break destination for Americans. Known as simply "Acapulco" to many travelers, this region is a popular spot for cruise lines to stop and timeshares to grow. Thanks to those cruise lines and timeshares, tourist activities like water parks and jet skis have experienced considerable growth.

For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 2-Week Tours in Mexico, and Tours for Outdoor and Nature Lovers in Mexico.


Which place is cheaper, Acapulco de Juarez or Cairo?

These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations. These travel costs come from the actual spending of real travelers.

  • Cairo Prices
    Egypt Prices
    Acapulco de Juarez Prices
    Mexico Prices
  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    Cairo $30
    Acapulco de Juarez $97

The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $30, while the average daily cost in Acapulco de Juarez is $97. 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 Acapulco de Juarez in more detail.



Accommodation
  • Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one person
    Cairo $10
    Acapulco de Juarez $38
  • Accommodation Typical double-occupancy room
    Cairo $20
    Acapulco de Juarez $76
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Acapulco de Juarez

Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez? 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.

Hotels in Cairo


Hotels in Acapulco de Juarez


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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 Acapulco de Juarez Hotel Prices.

Local Transportation
  • Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    Cairo $3.46
    Acapulco de Juarez $16
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Cairo

Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:


  • Metro Ride
    $0.08
  • Taxi Ride
    $0.29

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:

  • 01 way Private Transfer from Cairo Airport to Your Hotel in Cairo: $13
  • 1 Day Aswan Abu Simple Tour with Transfer Included: $300
  • 1 Hour ATV Quad Bike Ride At Giza Pyramids With Private Transfer: $30
  • 1 way Private Pickup transfer from Le Meridien Heliopolis to Cairo airport: $18
  • 2 Days Private Guided Tours of Cairo and Giza with Free Cairo Airport Transfers: $200
  • 2 Days Tours package Include airport transfers (Cairo & Alexandria): $208
  • 2 Private days in Giza and Cairo including Free Transfer from Airport: $126
  • 2-Day-One night Camping Tour in The Bahariya Oasis with Private Transfer: $274
  • 2-Days Trips in Cairo & Giza (Including Free Transfer from the Airport): $137
  • 3-Day Private Tour from Cairo to Aswan and Return with Transfer: $143
  • 3-Days Private Guided Tour Package Covering all Cairo,Lunch and Airport Transfer: $300
  • 4 Private days in Giza and Cairo including Free airport Transfers: $175

Hired Cars and Shuttles in Acapulco de Juarez

Some specific examples of transportation prices in Acapulco de Juarez:

  • Acapulco Airport (ACA) Private Transfer to Acapulco City: $43
  • Acapulco Airport (ACA) to Acapulco hotels - Roundtrip Private Transfer: $90
  • Acapulco Airport Roundtrip Transfers: $75
  • Acapulco hotels to Acapulco Airport (ACA) – Departure Private Transfer: $45
  • Private Transfer from Acapulco Airport (ACA): $13
  • Private Transfer to Acapulco Airport (ACA): $13
  • Roundtrip Private Transfer from Acapulco Airport (ACA): $25
  • Roundtrip Shared Transfer from Acapulco Airport (ACA): $27
  • Shared Transfer from Acapulco Airport (ACA): $13
  • Shared Transfer to Acapulco Airport (ACA): $13

Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez?

Prices for flights to both Acapulco de Juarez 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
  • Food Meals for one day
    Cairo $16
    Acapulco de Juarez $48
Typical Food Prices in Cairo

Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:


  • Juice
    $0.04

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Cairo

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.

  • Giza Pyramids Adventure with Camel ride & Dinner Cruise: $5.00
  • Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $6.30
  • 2 Hour Cairo Dinner Cruise on Nile river with live band: $6.30
  • Private Nile Cruise with Dinner and Folk Show from Cairo: $6.82
  • Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $7.20
  • Cairo Food Tour – Discover Hidden Downtown Gems: $7.20
  • Night Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer and folklore show: $7.20
  • night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $7.20
  • 5 Star Dinner Nile Cruise in Cairo Night Tour: $8.10
  • food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $8.10
  • Cairo Dinner Cruise show with belly dancer show on Nile river: $8.10
  • Private Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, Quad Bike, Camel Ride, Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.10

Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Acapulco de Juarez

Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Acapulco de Juarez.

  • Cliff Diver Show and Dinner in Acapulco: $60
  • Lucha Libre-Wrestling FiestaExper Taco Dinner Beer ONLY SUNDAYS: $82
  • DeLuxe Cliff Divers Dinner + Sunset & City Tour: $86
  • High Divers DeLuxe Three Course Dinner + Two Drinks plus SUNSET: $96
  • Mexican Fiesta Show & Dinner: $115
  • La Quebrada Spectacular: Night City Tour & 3 Course Dinner 2 Show: $135
  • Wrestling-Lucha Libre Experience Tacos Beer Dinner Only On SUNDAY: $149
  • Acapulco Flavors Masterclass MarketTour Cooking &Premium Tastings: $149
  • Mexican Cooking Class & Market Tour with a Professional Chef: $161
  • Bella Vista PRIVATE Al Fresco 3 Course Dinner Cliff Diver3Drinks: $216
  • Off the Beaten Path Mexican Cooking Class Lagoon Boatride &Lunch: $296
  • Super DeLuxe Bella Vista Dinner &1 Drink +2 Drinks at CliffDivers: $300

Entertainment
  • Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    Cairo $8.27
    Acapulco de Juarez $17
Typical Entertainment Prices in Cairo

Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:


  • Entry to Camel Market for Two
    $0.76
  • Egyptian Museum Entry for Two
    $5.89

Tours and Activities in Cairo

Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Private Day Tour Saqqara Pyramids Memphis Dahshur Pyramids: $3.00
  • Top Day Giza Pyramids the Top complete Pyramids Tour in Cairo: $3.50
  • Luxury Private Shopping Experience at Khan El Khalili: $3.75
  • Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $3.90
  • VIP Pyramid Tour Inside the 3rd Pyramid with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.00
  • 4hours VIp Private tour Giza pyramids & sphinx All Inclusive: $4.00
  • Shopping tour In Governmental Bazaars include guide's advisor: $4.00
  • Private Shopping Customizable Tour from Cairo and Giza with lunch: $4.00
  • Half Day Private Tour of the Giza Pyramids with Camel Ride, Lunch: $4.00
  • Customized Shopping Tour and Egyptian Souvenir from Cairo Giza hotels: $4.50
  • Cairo shopping advisor tour papyrus ,perfume ,golden cartouche , Egyptian cotton: $4.50
  • Top Day Giza Pyramids the Most Complete Pyramids Tour in Cairo: $4.65

Tours and Activities in Acapulco de Juarez

Here are a few actual costs in Acapulco de Juarez for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:

  • Kayaks Tour to El Morro Islet: $27
  • 4 Hrs Exclusive to Cruise Ship Passengers Sightseeing Experience: $49
  • Historical City Tour of Acapulco: $53
  • Small-Group for Hotel Stays 4 Hours City Tour & Divers: $56
  • 4Hrs City Tour Exclusively for Hotels, Divers, Chapel & Mural.: $59
  • Acapulco Port Tour in 4 hours: $59
  • 4Hrs Small Group City Tour & High Divers Cruise Terminal Pickup: $60
  • 4hr Fun Guide Tour For Cruisers or Hotels Guests with Divers Show: $61
  • 4Hr City Tour for Cruisers or Hotels Mural, Chapel & High Divers: $64
  • Acapulco Highlights City Sightseeing Tour: $65
  • Coyuca Lagoon Adventure: $68
  • Acapulco City Tour: $69

Alcohol
  • Alcohol Drinks for one day
    Cairo $1.34
    Acapulco de Juarez $10

Sample the Local Flavors in Cairo

Some specific costs for nightlife related activities in Cairo:

  • Pub Crawl and Speakeasy Bar Tour with 2 Free Drinks: $70


When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Acapulco de Juarez, we can see that Acapulco de Juarez 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 Acapulco de Juarez is in North America, 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 Acapulco de Juarez would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Acapulco de Juarez 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 Acapulco de Juarez Expensive?.


Which is Bigger, Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez?

Cairo has a larger population, and is about 10 times larger than the population of Acapulco de Juarez. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Acapulco de Juarez, 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 Acapulco de Juarez?

Acapulco de Juarez 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 Acapulco de Juarez in the Summer?

Both Acapulco de Juarez and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, many visitors come to Acapulco de Juarez in the summer for the beaches, snorkeling, and the family-friendly experiences.

In July, Cairo is generally around the same temperature as Acapulco de Juarez. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Acapulco de Juarez fluctuates around 29°C (83°F).

It's quite sunny in Acapulco de Juarez. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Acapulco de Juarez during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 224 hours of full sun in the summer.

It rains a lot this time of the year in Acapulco de Juarez. In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 209 mm (8.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.


  • Summer Average Temperatures July
    Cairo 28°C (82°F) 
    Acapulco de Juarez 29°C (83°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez in the Autumn?

Both Acapulco de Juarez and Cairo during the autumn are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Also, most visitors come to Acapulco de Juarez for the shopping scene during these months.

Cairo is cooler than Acapulco de Juarez in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Acapulco de Juarez fluctuates around 28°C (83°F).

In Acapulco de Juarez, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 245 hours of full sun.

Acapulco de Juarez gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 145 mm (5.7 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Autumn Average Temperatures October
    Cairo 23°C (73°F) 
    Acapulco de Juarez 28°C (83°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez in the Winter?

The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Acapulco de Juarez. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Acapulco de Juarez because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.

In the winter, Cairo is much colder than Acapulco de Juarez. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Acapulco de Juarez averages at about 26°C (79°F).

People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Acapulco de Juarez this time of the year. In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives less sunshine than Acapulco de Juarez during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 272 hours of full sun in the winter.

In January, Cairo usually receives more rain than Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 9 mm (0.4 in) of rain each month for the winter.


  • Winter Average Temperatures January
    Cairo 14°C (57°F) 
    Acapulco de Juarez 26°C (79°F)

Should I visit Cairo or Acapulco de Juarez in the Spring?

The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, the beaches are the main draw to Acapulco de Juarez this time of year.

In April, Cairo is generally cooler than Acapulco de Juarez. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Acapulco de Juarez fluctuates around 27°C (81°F).

The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Acapulco de Juarez. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the spring, Cairo often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 274 hours of full sun.

Cairo usually gets more rain in April than Acapulco de Juarez. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Acapulco de Juarez receives 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain this time of the year.


  • Spring Average Temperatures April
    Cairo 21°C (70°F) 
    Acapulco de Juarez 27°C (81°F)

Typical Weather for Acapulco de Juarez and Cairo

Cairo Acapulco de Juarez
Temp (°C) Rain (mm) Temp (°C) Rain (mm)
Jan 14°C (57°F) 15 mm (0.6 in) 26°C (79°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Feb 14°C (57°F) 4 mm (0.2 in) 26°C (80°F) 1 mm (0 in)
Mar 17°C (63°F) 8 mm (0.3 in) 26°C (79°F) 2 mm (0.1 in)
Apr 21°C (70°F) 7 mm (0.3 in) 27°C (81°F) 5 mm (0.2 in)
May 25°C (77°F) 0 mm (0 in) 28°C (82°F) 28 mm (1.1 in)
Jun 27°C (81°F) 0 mm (0 in) 29°C (83°F) 271 mm (10.7 in)
Jul 28°C (82°F) 1 mm (0 in) 29°C (83°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Aug 28°C (82°F) 0 mm (0 in) 29°C (83°F) 312 mm (12.3 in)
Sep 26°C (79°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 28°C (83°F) 341 mm (13.4 in)
Oct 23°C (73°F) 5 mm (0.2 in) 28°C (83°F) 145 mm (5.7 in)
Nov 19°C (66°F) 1 mm (0 in) 28°C (82°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Dec 15°C (59°F) 3 mm (0.1 in) 27°C (80°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)