Which place is cheaper, Auckland or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Auckland?
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 Auckland 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 Auckland?
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.
Auckland
Auckland is located on the North Island of New Zealand on an isthmus between the Northland Peninsula and the other parts of the North Island. Auckland is not only a city but also a region. In 2010 New Zealand combined what had previously been four separate cities into one region. These cities include the southern city of Manukau, the western city of Waitakere, the North Shore in the north, and Auckland City. The City of Auckland is the largest city in Polynesia and is very diverse with many expatriates from elsewhere in Polynesia. This diversity becomes most apparent in Auckland's many festivals and sporting events.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best Wildlife Tours to New Zealand, and The Best Hiking & Trekking Tours in New Zealand.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Auckland $141
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Auckland is $141. 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 Auckland in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.27Auckland $89
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Auckland $178
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Auckland
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Auckland? 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 Auckland Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.96Auckland $16
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$0.31
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- transfer from Cairo airport, Cairo & Giza hotels to Alexandria: $50
- transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $20
- private transfer from or to cairo international Airport: $15
- VIP Meet and Assist in Cairo Airport with Private Transfer to Cairo Hotels: $49
- 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 to Cairo & Giza Hotels From Cairo Airport: $35
- Transfer from Luxor to Hurghada : $112
- Transfer from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $109
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
Typical Local Transportation Prices in Auckland
Below are a few samples from actual travelers for transportation costs in Auckland:
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Bus from Airport$9.62
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Airport Shuttle$15
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Auckland
Also for Auckland, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Auckland Airport Private Transfer: $81
- Airport Transfer From Auckland Airport To Auckland City: $121
- Arrival Private Transfer Auckland Airport to North Shore or Henderson Luxury Car: $121
- Arrival Private Transfer from Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland in Business Car: $83
- Arrival Private Transfer from Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland in Luxury Van: $111
- Arrival Private Transfer: Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland City by Luxury Car: $108
- Arrival Private Transfer: Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland City by Luxury Van: $108
- Arrival Private Transfer: Auckland Airport AKL to Auckland City by Sedan Car: $84
- Auckland Airport & Ground Transfers - Private Luxury Car/ Van.: $120
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to Downtown hotels - Arrival Private Transfer: $42
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to Downtown hotels - Round-Trip Private Transfer: $145
- Auckland Airport (AKL) to North Shore - Arrival Private Transfer: $60
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Auckland?
Prices for flights to both Auckland 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 $4.70Auckland $27
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 Dinner Cruise With Belly Dancer Show: $10
- Giza Dinner Cruise With Belly Dancer Show: $10
- Cairo Dinner Cruise, Belly Dancer Show With Pickup Service: $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $13
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- 2-Hour Nile River Night Dinner Cruise from Cairo: $16
- Super Safari Quad Bike Jeep Safari Buggy and Dinner in Hurghada: $18
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $19
- Dinner Cruise Cairo With Belly Dancer Show in The Nile River: $20
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, ATV, shopping Tour and Dinner cruise: $20
- Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise private tour from Cairo Giza hotels: $22
Typical Food Prices in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some examples of average food and meal prices for travelers:
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Breakfast$4.81
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Auckland
For Auckland, here are some samples of tours and activities related to meals and dining experiences:
- Auckland Harbour 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Welcome Drink: $90
- Auckland Harbour Sailboat Cruise Including Three Course Dinner: $90
- Flavours of the City Walking Food Tour: $105
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.69Auckland $28
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$6.43
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-Day Private Tour of Cairo with Accommodation and Entrance Fees: $165
- 2-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 2-Days Tours at Cairo & Giza : $143
- 3-Day Cairo Top Attractions Exploration Tour: $180
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 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 Auckland
Below are a few sample prices from actual travelers for Auckland's activities, tours, and tickets:
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Auckland Sky Tour (for 2)$33
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Waiheke Island Tour (for 2)$121
Tours and Activities in Auckland
For Auckland, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Explore Auckland's Sailing Spirit: In-App Audio Tour: $5.32
- Auckland Self-Guided Audio Tour: $14
- Maritime Museum Entry Ticket: $14
- Tree Heart Park Adventure Clue Trail Family Package: $15
- Auckland Self Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Hīkoi to Britomart Guided Walking Tour - Auckland Art Gallery: $15
- Join the locals: 2-Hour Precinct Tour of Dealer Art Galleries: $16
- Auckland War Memorial Museum Entry Ticket: $17
- Skip the Line: Auckland Museum General Admission Entry Ticket: $17
- Vibrosaun Therapy Experience: $18
- Skip the Line: Odyssey Sensory Maze Entry Auckland Ticket: $20
- The Hunt for the Missing Monarch - An Auckland Adventure: $25
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.16Auckland $14
Sample the Local Flavors in Auckland
Also in Auckland, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Waiheke Island: Scenic Wine Tour Tasting Wines on Waiheke: $93
- Muriwai Scenic Wine Tour from Auckland: $107
- Waiheke Island: The Essence of Waiheke Wine Tour: $132
- Waiheke Island Gourmet Food and Wine Tour with Platter Lunch: $150
- Waiheke Island: Tour with Wine Tastings and Restaurant Lunch: $150
- From Waiheke Island Wine Tasting Tour with Lunch: $153
- Kumeu Wine Tour: $169
- From Small Group Kumeu Wine Tour with Lunch: $171
- Small-Group Kumeu Wine Country Tour Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch: $172
- Piha Waitakere Rainforest Wine Tour from Auckland: $178
- Auckland Coastal Experience - Small Group City & Beach Tour Incl. Wine Tasting: $199
- Auckland City Tour & Kumeu Wine Country Includes Wine Tastings & Lunch : $224
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Auckland, we can see that Auckland 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 Auckland is in Pacific, 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 Auckland would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auckland 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 Auckland Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Auckland?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 20 times larger than the population of Auckland. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Auckland, 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 Auckland?
Auckland 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 Auckland in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Auckland. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, most visitors come to Auckland for the beaches, the hiking, the city activities, and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In the summer, Cairo is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the summer temperatures in Cairo in July average around 28°C (82°F), and Auckland averages at about 20°C (68°F)in January.
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Auckland. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Aucklandin January. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auckland receives 240 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Aucklandin January. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 67 mm (2.6 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures July and JanuaryCairo 28°C (82°F)Auckland 20°C (68°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Auckland in the Autumn?
Both Auckland and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the autumn with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, the autumn months attract visitors to Auckland because of the hiking trails, the city's sights and attractions, and the shopping scene.
In October, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Aucklandin April. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 23°C (73°F), and Auckland fluctuates around 16°C (61°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Auckland during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Auckland receives 162 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Aucklandin April. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures October and AprilCairo 23°C (73°F)Auckland 16°C (61°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Auckland in the Winter?
Both Auckland 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. Also, the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine are the main draw to Auckland this time of year.
Cairo is a little warmer than Auckland in the winter. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 14°C (57°F) in January, and Auckland fluctuates around 11°C (52°F)in July.
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Aucklandin July. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auckland receives 141 hours of full sun.
Auckland gets a good bit of rain this time of year. Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Aucklandin July. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 135 mm (5.3 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures January and JulyCairo 14°C (57°F)Auckland 11°C (52°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Auckland in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Auckland. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Also, many travelers come to Auckland for the beaches and the activities around the city.
In the spring, Cairo is a little warmer than Auckland. Typically, the spring temperatures in Cairo in April average around 21°C (70°F), and Auckland averages at about 14°C (58°F)in October.
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Auckland during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Auckland receives 192 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Aucklandin October. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Auckland receives 83 mm (3.3 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures April and OctoberCairo 21°C (70°F)Auckland 14°C (58°F)
Typical Weather for Auckland and Cairo
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 20°C (68°F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 95 mm (3.7 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 92 mm (3.6 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 12°C (53°F) | 116 mm (4.6 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 135 mm (5.3 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 11°C (53°F) | 108 mm (4.3 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 97 mm (3.8 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 14°C (58°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 16°C (61°F) | 79 mm (3.1 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 18°C (65°F) | 83 mm (3.3 in) |
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