Which place is cheaper, Alesund or Cairo?
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 Cairo or Alesund?
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 Alesund 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 Alesund?
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.
Alesund
Alesund is a port town on the west coast of Norway, at the entrance to the Geirangerfjord. It could be the backdrop for a Nordic fairytale – with a modern plot twist. It's known for the art nouveau architectural style in which most of the town was rebuilt after a fire in 1904, as documented at the Jugendstilsenteret museum. And it's no coincidence that Alesund and the surrounding areas are among the most visited sites for tourists in Norway. Many use The Art Nouveau town as a starting point to explore the renowned UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Geirangerfjord, the bird sanctuary island of Runde, or the spectacular snow-capped summits of the Hjorundfjord and the Sunnmorsalpene. There are panoramic views of Alesund's architecture, the surrounding archipelago and fjords from the Mount Aksla lookout. The town of Alesund has a beautiful setting across several islands stretching out into the Atlantic Ocean and you find unspoilt and beautiful nature the whole year round.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Tours for Seniors to Norway, and The Best Contiki Tours to Norway.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $30Alesund $143
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $30, while the average daily cost in Alesund is $143. 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 Alesund in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $10Alesund $62
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $20Alesund $124
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Alesund
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Alesund? 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.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $3.46Alesund $30
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$0.29
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- Arrival transfer from Cairo airport: $5.00
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport Arrival Any Hotel in Cairo Giza: $5.60
- Private City Transfer to Cairo and Giza: $8.20
- Cairo airport or Sphinx airport transfer: $10
- Private Transfer to/from Cairo International Airport: $10
- Cairo Airport Private Transfer ( One-Way comfort ride ): $10
- Private Transfer To/From Cairo Airport: $10
- Private Transfer: Cairo Airport (CAI) to Hotel in Cairo/Giza: $11
- Private Transfer from Cairo Airport: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from InterContinental Cairo Citystars to Cairo airport: $12
- Cairo Airport Arrival or Departure private Transfer: $12
- Private Pickup transfer from Hotel Royal to Cairo airport: $12
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Alesund
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Alesund:
- Aalesund Private Transfer from Aalesund (AES) Airport to City centre: $162
- Alesund Vigra Airport (AES) to Alesund - Arrival Private Transfer: $52
- Alesund Vigra Airport (AES) to Alesund hotels-Round Trip Transfer: $104
- Private Transfer To OR From Airport in Ålesund: $189
- Private Transfer from Alesund Airport (AES) to Andalsnes Port: $214
- Private Transfer from Alesund City Hotels to Andalsnes Port: $214
- Private Transfer from Alesund Cruise Port to Alesund City Hotels: $52
- Private Transfer from Alesund Vigra Airport (AES) to Alesund Port: $52
- Private Transfer from Alesund Vigra Airport (AES) to Olden Port: $226
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Alesund?
Prices for flights to both Alesund 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 $16Alesund $61
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.
- Dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $4.00
- Cairo dinner Nile cruise with belly dancer show on Nile river: $6.30
- Quad Bike ATV ,Camel Ride ,Nile Dinner Cruise Belly dancer show: $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
- night-tour Nile dinner cruise with open buffet and belly dancer: $7.20
- Cairo Dinner Cruise in Nile River With Belly Dancer & Tanora show: $7.20
- Cairo Nile Dinner Cruise Belly Dancer Tanora Show Dinner Buffet: $8.10
- Giza Pyramids Sphinx Camel ATV Bike Shopping Nile Dinner Cruise: $8.10
- Giza pyramids, Sphinx, ATV bike,Camel ride,Dinner cruise&shopping: $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
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $8.27Alesund $19
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$0.76
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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:
- Full experience Tour Giza Pyramids,Sphinx, inside pyramids &tombs: $2.00
- Top Day Giza Pyramids the Top complete Pyramids Tour in Cairo: $3.50
- VIP Shopping Private Tour Papyrus Perfume Bazaars and Cotton: $3.60
- Luxury Private Shopping Experience at Khan El Khalili: $3.75
- Private Tour in Pyramids of Giza with Lunch and Camel Ride: $3.90
- Shopping tour In Governmental Bazaars include guide's advisor: $4.00
- Half Day Private Tour of the Giza Pyramids with Camel Ride, Lunch: $4.00
- Grand Egyptian Museum&Giza Pyramids All-Inclusive Tour with Lunch: $4.00
- VIP Pyramid Tour Inside the 3rd Pyramid with Lunch and Camel Ride: $4.00
- Cairo shopping advisor tour papyrus ,perfume ,golden cartouche , Egyptian cotton: $4.50
- Customized Shopping Tour and Egyptian Souvenir from Cairo Giza hotels: $4.50
- Egyptian Spicy Shop and Egyptian Cotton Shopping Private Tour: $4.50
Tours and Activities in Alesund
Some specific costs of activities, tours, and entrance tickets for Alesund are as follows:
- The Essence of Ålesund Self-Guided Walking Tour: $9.99
- Geiranger Fjord Tour (Hellesylt-Geiranger one way): $44
- Ålesund Two Hour Walking City Tour: $49
- Alesund Walking Tour Art Nouveau and Postcard Views: $75
- Hellesylt Panorama Tour in Ljoen Viewpoint and Oye Village: $77
- Molde and Atlantic Ocean Road Audio Tour: $86
- Hellesylt Sightseeing Boat Geirangerfjord: $98
- Ålesund Sightseeing and Viking Saga Islands: $119
- Hjørundfjord Fjord Tour Roundtrip from Ålesund: $120
- Guided Adventure on Fjord Kayaking in Hellesylt, Norway: $131
- Alesund Shore Excursion: The Ultimate Sightseeing Tour: $141
- Fjord Cruise & Island Hike from Molde: $141
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.34Alesund $14
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 Alesund, we can see that Alesund 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 Alesund 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 Alesund would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Alesund 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 Alesund Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Alesund?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 180 times larger than the population of Alesund. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Alesund, 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 Alesund?
Alesund 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 Alesund in the Summer?
The summer attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Alesund. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, many visitors come to Alesund in the summer for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Cairo is much warmer than Alesund in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Alesund fluctuates around 12°C (54°F).
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Alesund. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Alesund receives 86 mm (3.4 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Alesund 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Alesund in the Autumn?
The autumn brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Alesund. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, most visitors come to Alesund for the city's sights and attractions, the shopping scene, and the natural beauty of the area during these months.
In the autumn, Cairo is much warmer than Alesund. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Alesund averages at about 9°C (48°F).
It's quite rainy in Alesund. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Alesund. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Alesund receives 188 mm (7.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Alesund 9°C (48°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Alesund in the Winter?
Both Alesund and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the winter with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the winter months attract visitors to Alesund because of the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
The weather in Alesund can be very cold. In January, Cairo is generally much warmer than Alesund. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Alesund fluctuates around 3°C (37°F).
It rains a lot this time of the year in Alesund. In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Alesund. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Alesund receives 131 mm (5.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Alesund 3°C (37°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Alesund in the Spring?
Both Alesund and Cairo during the spring are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, the activities around the city and the natural beauty are the main draw to Alesund this time of year.
It's quite cold in Alesund in the spring. Cairo is much warmer than Alesund in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Alesund fluctuates around 5°C (40°F).
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Alesund. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Alesund receives 81 mm (3.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Alesund 5°C (40°F)
Typical Weather for Alesund and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 131 mm (5.2 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 3°C (37°F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 3°C (38°F) | 108 mm (4.2 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 5°C (40°F) | 81 mm (3.2 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 57 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 63 mm (2.5 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 86 mm (3.4 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 112 mm (4.4 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 190 mm (7.5 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 9°C (48°F) | 188 mm (7.4 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 187 mm (7.4 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 4°C (38°F) | 167 mm (6.6 in) |
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