Which place is cheaper, Auxerre 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 Auxerre 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.
Auxerre is a town in France on the Yonne River and in the Yonne department of the Burgundy region. Historically, the town owes its importance to its important position on the river, and also to the once important trade route between the Mediterranean and the North Sea. Auxerre has received the classification of a protected Historic Town in France as well as being one of the French towns of art and history. Auxerre is an interesting place to visit, with the town center towered over by the cathedral and by several churches. The part of the town of most interest to visitors occupies the hill that runs up from the west bank of the river, and includes the major churches and the historical old town.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France, and The Best 2-Week Tours in 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 Auxerre is $121. 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 Auxerre 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:
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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.
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:
Also, here are some specific examples of entertainment, tickets, and activities for Auxerre.
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Auxerre:
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Auxerre, we can see that Auxerre 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 Auxerre 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 Auxerre would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Auxerre 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 Auxerre Expensive?.
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 190 times larger than the population of Auxerre. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Auxerre, 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.
Auxerre has a temperate climate with four distinct seasons, but Cairo experiences a warm climate with fairly sunny weather most of the year.
Both Auxerre and Cairo during the summer are popular places to visit. Plenty of visitors come to Cairo because of the warm climate and sunshine that lasts throughout the year. Furthermore, most visitors come to Auxerre for the small town charm and the family-friendly experiences during these months.
In July, Cairo is generally a little warmer than Auxerre. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 28°C (82°F), and Auxerre fluctuates around 19°C (66°F).
In Auxerre, it's very sunny this time of the year. It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Auxerre. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auxerre receives 255 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Auxerre. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain this time of the year.
The autumn attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Auxerre. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, the autumn months attract visitors to Auxerre because of the small town atmosphere.
Cairo is much warmer than Auxerre in the autumn. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 23°C (73°F) in October, and Auxerre fluctuates around 13°C (55°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Auxerre during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Auxerre receives 126 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Auxerre. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
The winter brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Auxerre. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Additionally, the museums and the cuisine are the main draw to Auxerre this time of year.
It's quite cold in Auxerre in the winter. In the winter, Cairo is much warmer than Auxerre. Typically, the winter temperatures in Cairo in January average around 14°C (57°F), and Auxerre averages at about 3°C (37°F).
People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Auxerre. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Auxerre receives 53 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Auxerre. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
Both Auxerre and Cairo are popular destinations to visit in the spring with plenty of activities. The warm climate attracts visitors to Cairo throughout the year. Also, many travelers come to Auxerre for the small town charm.
In April, Cairo is generally much warmer than Auxerre. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 21°C (70°F), and Auxerre fluctuates around 10°C (50°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Auxerre during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Auxerre receives 167 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Auxerre. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Auxerre receives 50 mm (2 in) of rain each month for the spring.
Cairo | Auxerre | |||
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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) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 10°C (50°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (59°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 70 mm (2.8 in) |
Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 19°C (66°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 60 mm (2.4 in) |
Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 50 mm (2 in) |
Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 80 mm (3.1 in) |