Which place is cheaper, Caen or Cairo?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Cairo or Caen?
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 Caen 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 Caen?
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.
Caen
Caen is a city in France on the coast in the Calvados department of Lower Normandy. Caen is known for its historical buildings built during the reign of William the Conqueror, who was buried there. The town was destroyed almost completely in 1944 during WWII and it is a remarkable achievement that Caen has kept so many of its historical monuments given the terrible battle that besieged the town following the Normandy beach landings. After the war the town passed through 15 years of reconstruction, and continued to improve afterwards. In recent years the town has made further significant efforts and Caen now has an attractive, carefully restored, historic center. The city has also preserved the memory of its past by erecting a memorial and a museum dedicated to peace, the Memorial de Caen. The city is often considered the archetype of Normandy.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Family-Friendly Tours to Egypt, The Best Historical Tours in Egypt, The Best 10-Day Tours in France, and The Best One Week (7-Day) Tours in France.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayCairo $17Caen $132
The average daily cost (per person) in Cairo is $17, while the average daily cost in Caen is $132. 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 Caen in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personCairo $9.36Caen $65
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomCairo $19Caen $130
Compare Hotels in Cairo and Caen
Looking for a hotel in Cairo or Caen? 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 Caen Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Cairo $2.99Caen $38
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$0.32
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Cairo
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Cairo:
- transfer from Cairo airport to the hotel in Cairo or Giza: $20
- private transfer from or to cairo international Airport: $15
- private tour to Abusimble transfer to Luxor and visiting Edfu : $175
- VIP Meet and Assist at Cairo Airport with Private Hotel Transfer: $35
- Two-Day Private City Tour of Cairo, Giza Pyramids and Saqqara+Airport Transfer: $220
- 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 from Hurghada to Luxor (sharing ): $109
- Transfer from Hurghada to Cairo by van : $235
- Transfer from Cairo to Ain El Sokhna : $70
- Transfer from Cairo or Giza Hotels to Cairo Airport: $11
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Caen
Also for Caen, here are a few examples of actual transportation services:
- Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) to Caen - Arrival Private Transfer: $32
- Caen to Caen Carpiquet Airport (CFR) - Departure Private Transfer: $32
- Private Transfer Round-Trip from Caen Airport (CFR) to Caen: $63
Is it cheaper to fly into Cairo or Caen?
Prices for flights to both Caen 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 $4.75Caen $43
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/Giza: Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show & Private Transfer : $9.63
- Cairo Dinner Cruise, Belly Dancer Show With Pickup Service: $11
- Dinner Cruise on the Nile River: $12
- Nile Sunset, Dinner Cruise, Show and Private Transfer: $16
- VIP tour Giza pyramids ,Sphinx, Quad bike ,Camel, Dinner cruise : $19
- Private Expert tour Giza Pyramids ,Sphinx ,Nile Dinner Cruise & Belly Dancer: $19
- food tour private tour from cairo or giza hotel: $19
- Giza Pyramids, Camel Ride, Quad Bike, Night and Dinner Cruise on Nile: $19
- Private Cairo Food Tour : $20
- All inclusive Tour to Giza Pyramids, Sphinx & ATV &Dinner cruise : $20
- Giza pyramids and Nile dinner cruise private tour from Cairo Giza hotels: $22
- Private Cairo food tour and Egyptian tea: $22
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Cairo $5.75Caen $20
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$6.49
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-Days Tour at Cairo & Giza: $86
- 3-Day Private Tour in Cairo : $196
- 3-Day Tour at Cairo & Giza : $200
- 3-Days Tour at Cairo (Customized Package): $229
- 4-Day Tours at Cairo & Giza & Alexandria: $209
- 8-Hour Private Tour Giza Pyramids, Egyptian Museum and local Bazaars: $26
- 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
Tours and Activities in Caen
For Caen, here are a few prices for actual activities, tours, and tickets provided by various companies:
- Memorial Museum Entrance Ticket: $21
- Caen Like a Local: Customized Guided Walking Tour: $51
- Private custom tour with a local guide: $59
- Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen: $60
- Private Guided Bike Tour of Cabourg and Dives in French: $74
- Guided Tour in an Old Convertible Car on the Côte de Nacre: $93
- Guided D-Day Sites Tour & Caen Memorial Museum Ticket: $127
- Mémorial de Caen Museum Admission and Guided Tour of D-Day Sites: $133
- Private Guided Walking Tour: $160
- Guided Tour of the Landing Sites and the Memorial of Caen: $191
- Small Group Guided D-Day Tour and Mémorial de Caen Museum: $201
- D-Day private tour Juno Beach departing Caen with audio guide. 2Pers. minimum: $268
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayCairo $1.17Caen $18
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Cairo and Caen, we can see that Caen 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 Caen 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 Caen would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Caen 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 Caen Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Cairo or Caen?
Cairo has a larger population, and is about 70 times larger than the population of Caen. When comparing the sizes of Cairo and Caen, 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 Caen?
Caen 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 Caen in the Summer?
The summer brings many poeple to Cairo as well as Caen. Cairo attracts visitors year-round for its warm weather and sunny climate. Also, many travelers come to Caen for the city activities and the family-friendly experiences.
Cairo is much warmer than Caen in the summer. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 28°C (82°F) in July, and Caen fluctuates around 18°C (64°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Caen. People are often attracted to the plentiful sunshine in Cairo this time of the year. In the summer, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Caen. Cairo gets 350 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caen receives 227 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in July than Caen. Cairo gets 1 mm (0 in) of rain, while Caen receives 48 mm (1.9 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyCairo 28°C (82°F)Caen 18°C (64°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Caen in the Autumn?
Both Caen 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, many visitors come to Caen in the autumn for the city's sights and attractions.
In the autumn, Cairo is much warmer than Caen. Typically, the autumn temperatures in Cairo in October average around 23°C (73°F), and Caen averages at about 12°C (54°F).
The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Cairo. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Caen during autumn. Cairo gets 290 hours of sunny skies, while Caen receives 128 hours of full sun in the autumn.
In October, Cairo usually receives less rain than Caen. Cairo gets 5 mm (0.2 in) of rain, while Caen receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the autumn.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberCairo 23°C (73°F)Caen 12°C (54°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Caen in the Winter?
Both Caen 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. Furthermore, most visitors come to Caen for the museums and the cuisine during these months.
Caen can be very cold during winter. In January, Cairo is generally much warmer than Caen. Daily temperatures in Cairo average around 14°C (57°F), and Caen fluctuates around 5°C (41°F).
It's quite sunny in Cairo. In the winter, Cairo often gets more sunshine than Caen. Cairo gets 221 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Caen receives 70 hours of full sun.
Cairo usually gets less rain in January than Caen. Cairo gets 15 mm (0.6 in) of rain, while Caen receives 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryCairo 14°C (57°F)Caen 5°C (41°F)
Should I visit Cairo or Caen in the Spring?
The spring attracts plenty of travelers to both Cairo and Caen. Warm weather and sunshine bring visitors to Cairo year-round. Furthermore, the spring months attract visitors to Caen because of the activities around the city.
Cairo is much warmer than Caen in the spring. The daily temperature in Cairo averages around 21°C (70°F) in April, and Caen fluctuates around 9°C (49°F).
In Cairo, it's very sunny this time of the year. Cairo usually receives more sunshine than Caen during spring. Cairo gets 276 hours of sunny skies, while Caen receives 171 hours of full sun in the spring.
In April, Cairo usually receives less rain than Caen. Cairo gets 7 mm (0.3 in) of rain, while Caen receives 46 mm (1.8 in) of rain each month for the spring.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilCairo 21°C (70°F)Caen 9°C (49°F)
Typical Weather for Caen and Cairo
| Cairo | Caen | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 14°C (57°F) | 15 mm (0.6 in) | 5°C (41°F) | 64 mm (2.5 in) |
| Feb | 14°C (57°F) | 4 mm (0.2 in) | 5°C (42°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Mar | 17°C (63°F) | 8 mm (0.3 in) | 7°C (45°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Apr | 21°C (70°F) | 7 mm (0.3 in) | 9°C (49°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| May | 25°C (77°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 13°C (55°F) | 58 mm (2.3 in) |
| Jun | 27°C (81°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 15°C (60°F) | 52 mm (2 in) |
| Jul | 28°C (82°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 48 mm (1.9 in) |
| Aug | 28°C (82°F) | 0 mm (0 in) | 18°C (64°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Sep | 26°C (79°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 16°C (60°F) | 61 mm (2.4 in) |
| Oct | 23°C (73°F) | 5 mm (0.2 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Nov | 19°C (66°F) | 1 mm (0 in) | 8°C (47°F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| Dec | 15°C (59°F) | 3 mm (0.1 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 69 mm (2.7 in) |
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