Which place is cheaper, Arles or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
Trying to figure out where to travel next? This travel comparison between Cairo and Arles 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.
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.
Arles is a city (and commune) in the south of France, in the Bouches-du-Rhone department. A large part of the Camargue is located on the territory of the commune, making it the largest commune in Metropolitan France in terms of territory. The city has a long history, and was considerably important in the Roman province of Gallia Narbonensis. The Roman and Romanesque Monuments of Arles were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1981. The Dutch post-Impressionist painter Vincent van Gogh lived in Arles from 1888 to 1889 and produced over 300 paintings and drawings during his time there. The Arles area is full of culture and rich in history. It has many treasures, points of interest, and colorful sunbaked houses and is a great introduction into the Camarguais culture.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Contiki Tours to France, and The Best G Adventures Tours to France.
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Arles is $152. 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 Arles in more detail.
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Some typical examples of transportation costs in Cairo are as follows:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Arles:
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Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Cairo:
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Cairo.
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for food and meal costs in Arles:
Here are a few typical costs in Cairo for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Cairo for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few typical costs in Arles for activities, ticket prices, and tours that come from previous visitors:
Here are a few actual costs in Arles for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Arles:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Arles, we can see that Arles 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 Arles 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 Arles would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Arles 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 Arles Expensive?.
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 140 times larger than the population of Arles. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Arles, 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.
Arles has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Arles 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, most visitors come to Arles for the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Arles. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Arles fluctuates around 24°C (75°F).
It's quite sunny in Arles. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Arles during summer. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies, while Arles receives 354 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Cairo usually receives less rain than Arles. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Arles receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the summer.
Both Arles 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. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Arles because of the shopping scene and the natural beauty of the area.
Cairo is a little warmer than Arles in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Arles fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the autumn, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Arles. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Arles receives 178 hours of full sun.
Arles gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in October than Arles. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Arles receives 130 mm (5.1 in) of rain this time of the year.
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Arles. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Arles this time of year.
In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Arles. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Arles averages at about 7°C (44°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Arles during winter. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies, while Arles receives 146 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Cairo usually receives less rain than Arles. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Arles receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain each month for the winter.
The spring brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Arles. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, many travelers come to Arles for the natural beauty.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Arles. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Arles fluctuates around 13°C (56°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Arles. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the spring, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Arles. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Arles receives 218 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in April than Arles. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Arles receives 57 mm (2.2 in) of rain this time of the year.
Cairo | Arles | |||
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Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 7°C (44°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 13°C (56°F) | 57 mm (2.2 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 60 mm (2.3 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 21°C (69°F) | 38 mm (1.5 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 24°C (75°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 23°C (74°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (69°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 130 mm (5.1 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (51°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) |